Quinta da Pedra

Nestled between the orange trees and a short distance from the southern Portuguese coast, lies Quinta da Pedra. This large holiday home has been lovingly renovated and is equipped with many facilities and comfort.

Behind the classical facade, you will find a beautiful mix of old and new. In the open living, the original tiled floor and beamed ceilings combine harmoniously with modern furniture and a sleek white kitchen where designer lamps give a stylish finishing touch. Divided over the basement and the upper floor you will find six spacious bedrooms and three state-of-the-art bathrooms where tranquillity, minimalism and natural colour tones predominate.

The charming outdoor spaces are fully furnished to enjoy the sunny Portuguese climate. The covered outdoor lounge is the ideal place for a good book or aperitif, while the large dining table under the plant trees invites you to long summer dinners. Children will enjoy the swimming pool and the lawn. 

Beautiful sandy beaches and the charming town of Silves are only a 15-minute drive away!

In short, Quinta da Pedra is the perfect place for a carefree holiday with family or friends where you will feel completely “at home”!

Quinta da Pedra is quietly situated on a hill surrounded by a beautiful garden with Mediterranean vegetation and olive trees. It is a real family home where you can cook, relax, swim and play together with all modern comfort at hand.

Accommodation: 6 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 14 people (max 10 adults)

Ground floor

• The ground floor has an open living room with a kitchen, sitting and dining area.
• The seating area is equipped with a comfortable sofa and a fireplace. From this section doors go to an office with a desk
• The white sleek kitchen is modern and furnished with all modern appliances such as a fridge / freezer, microwave, oven, dishwasher, kettle, blender, espresso and a toaster. In the kitchen there is a cooking island annex bar with an induction hob and various bar stools.
• Adjacent to the kitchen is the dining room with a long dining table with chairs and doors opening onto the terrace.
• Behind the kitchen there is a TV corner with a large corner sofa.

An outside staircase takes you to the basement, this is a full ground floor. Here you will find:

• A bedroom with two large double beds
• A bedroom with a double bed
• A bathroom with a double shower
• A laundry room with a washing machine and dryer
• A gym
• A separate toilet

 Upper floor

• A staircase in the hall takes you to the upper floor with a landing that provides access to the four bedrooms (including the master bedroom) on this floor.
• All bedrooms have double beds.
• The master bedroom has its own roof terrace and an en-suite bathroom with a double walk-in shower.
• There is also a bathroom with a shower on this floor.

Outside

The holiday home is surrounded by a beautiful garden with many facilities such as:

• A large terrace with a gas fireplace and 2 spacious lounge sofas
• A long dining table with 12 chairs
• A beautifully maintained lawn with olive trees
• A saltwater swimming pool (10x4m) with a sun terrace on which two modern lounge pergolas and various sun loungers
• Jacuzzi 
• Barbecue

Extra

For the little ones there are toys, a cot, a camping bed and a high chair.
The house has underfloor heating, satellite TV, Dutch channels and WiFi internet.
The site is closed with an electric gate and there is enough space to park your car.

Location

Quinta da Pedra is quietly and privately located inland of the Algarve, just a 15-minute drive from the beautiful town of Silves. Here you can go for all your daily amenities but the town is also worth a visit. Start with the Moorish castle – one of the best preserved in the Algarve – that overlooks the city. Then walk to the center with its narrow streets, restaurants, cafes and nice shops. Don’t forget the Saturday market; Here you will find an excellent selection of local products, ideal for a barbecue.

Wine lovers will find some wineries in the area of ​​Silves, such as Quinta do Francês and Quinta dos Vales, where wines can be tasted.

Sporty guests can hike in the Monchique mountain area about a 40-minute drive away and of course, there are beautiful golf courses nearby.

The nearest beach is only a 15-minute drive away in Armação de Pêra. A little further on is the well-known and lively coastal town of Praia da Rocha with various extensive sandy beaches, a beautiful boulevard and plenty of places to eat. This is a perfect beach for children (and for body boarding) because the beach ends very gradually. Slightly quieter and picturesque beaches can also be found in the surrounding area, such as in the town of Carvoeiro.

For an evening out, visit the coastal town of Portimão (20 km) with its lively nightlife, many restaurants and charming downtown with shops.

If you would like to experience a typical Portuguese atmosphere, go to Loulé (40 minutes), it is a quiet place with a characteristic center and beautiful squares for a cup of coffee. The place is crowded on Saturdays due to its fantastic markets, so market lovers cannot skip the city.

Faro airport is around a 45-minute drive away.

Important information

• Arrival day is on Saturday in the high season
• Check-in is after 4 p.m. | Please check out before 10:00
• Minimum stay is always 7 nights and weekly rental
• Smoking in the home is not permitted
• Children are welcome
• Pets are not allowed