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Beach nearby
Beach nearby
Pool
Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Moncarapacho, Algarve
  • Moncarapacho Museum and Chapel
    18 min walk
  • Praia Fuseta
    105 min walk
  • Ria Formosa Natural Park
    11 min drive
  • Faro (FAO-Faro Intl.)
    35 min drive

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About the area

Olhao

At this cottage you'll be within a 20-minute walk of Moncarapacho Museum and Chapel and 4.2 km (2.6 mi) from Sao Miguel Peak. .You can enjoy a TV with a DVD player, and accommodation features a private pool, a washing machine and free WiFi. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A balcony, a living room and a coffee/tea maker are also available. Housekeeping is available on request.
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What's nearby

  • Ria Formosa Natural Park - 11 min drive
  • Olhao Municipal Market - 12 min drive
  • Olhao Harbour - 13 min drive
  • Estoi Palace - 13 min drive
  • Faro Marina - 21 min drive

Getting around

  • Loule Station - 22 min drive
  • Faro (FAO-Faro Intl.) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante António - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante do Carmo - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Frango da Ria - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪O Primo-Restaurante - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Bolinhas do Carlos - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Hilltop Cottage For 2 (optional extra room for 2), 60m2 Pool & Amazing Sea Views

This cottage is for two. There is an additional ground floor ensuite only you can rent, so please message me for prices if you want 2+2! * Seaview respite for couples in serious need of battery recharging. With a wonderful 6ft bed, ensuite, and amazing sea view from your bedroom. You have a 60 sq.m. pool, serious swimming, air conditioning, 4G WiFi, DVD and streaming TV. Relaxation is guaranteed in this self-contained haven. Nestling into the brow of a foothill of Sao Miguel, the eastern Algarve's highest peak, with breathtaking panoramic views of the sea (15 minutes distance), your cottage extends to private covered areas which include gas or charcoal barbecue and giant marble table. The views of the Atlantic and the mountains behind us are stunning, both from the cottage and around the swimming pool. You also have wonderful gardens and lawn, a top terrace around the fabulous pool and a welcome shady spot under the carob tree. This is a tranquil and ideal place to relax. The large mature gardens, with fig, lemon and orange trees and a lawn are yours to enjoy privately.
My welcome pack is legendary amongst my guests, I am a Cordon Bleu cook and it is all home made. On your arrival you will have wine, beer, chicken, hummus, chicken liver pate, mayonnaise, freshly squeezed orange juice, or what ever else I decide to make.

*FROM THIS YEAR there is the option if you want to bring friends or family to rent an extra king sized room with private bathroom and own entrance and sun terrace, this would be rented ONLY to you. Please enquire directly to me for pricing.
Come visit the Eastern Algarve for yourself and all it has to offer!

I am 6 km from seaside Fuseta, 15 km Olhao & Faro.

A car is necessary, although shops and restaurants are within 2 km of the property in Moncarapacho. The nearest beach is Fuseta and 6 km away. There is lots of fun to be had on the Ria Formosa, from Fuseta to Olhao to Tavira. Enquire with the owner about use of her car for a fee. You will need to find your way from the airport. Uber & local taxi's operate in the area.

Guest Access
Own access and parking to self-contained cottage area with terrace and barbecue and sea view. Above you is the pool, garden, and additional enormous terrace. No one else uses the pool.

Property manager

Joan Murray

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Music library
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: Provided guests clean up after themselves.

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Tennis
  • Water park
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 8
Note from host: You will be responsible for damage to the property
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 8. Note from host: You will be responsible for damage to the property

Property Registration Number 458236/AL

Property is also known as

Hilltop Self Contained Cottage Two Amazing Sea Views
Hilltop Self Contained Two Amazing Sea Views Moncarapacho
Hilltop Self Contained Two Amazing Sea Views
Hilltop Self Contained Cottage Two Amazing Sea Views
Hilltop Self Contained Two Amazing Sea Views Moncarapacho
Hilltop Self Contained Cottage Two Amazing Sea Views
Hilltop Self Contained Two Amazing Sea Views

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Hilltop Cottage For 2 (optional extra room for 2), 60m2 Pool & Amazing Sea Views?

The closest beach to Hilltop Cottage For 2 (optional extra room for 2), 60m2 Pool & Amazing Sea Views is Faro Island Beach (18.6 km).

Does Hilltop Cottage For 2 (optional extra room for 2), 60m2 Pool & Amazing Sea Views have a pool?

No, this cottage doesn't have a pool.

Does Hilltop Cottage For 2 (optional extra room for 2), 60m2 Pool & Amazing Sea Views have a waterslide?

No, but it has a waterpark and lazy river.

Is there a private hot tub at Hilltop Cottage For 2 (optional extra room for 2), 60m2 Pool & Amazing Sea Views?

No, but there is a private pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hilltop Cottage For 2 (optional extra room for 2), 60m2 Pool & Amazing Sea Views?

No, Hilltop Cottage For 2 (optional extra room for 2), 60m2 Pool & Amazing Sea Views does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Hilltop Cottage For 2 (optional extra room for 2), 60m2 Pool & Amazing Sea Views?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Hilltop Cottage For 2 (optional extra room for 2), 60m2 Pool & Amazing Sea Views?

No, pets are not allowed.

Hilltop Cottage For 2 (optional extra room for 2), 60m2 Pool & Amazing Sea Views Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 83 out of 88 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 88 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 88 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 88 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 88 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dahl N., UK

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful, relaxing and quiet.
Very private accomodation with no disturbance apart from the odd visit from a very friendly Bear (not that kind). Who can be kept away if you so wish. We would normally go to Lidl and stock up before we arrive at a property but Joan warned us to see what our welcome pack consisted of first. I'm glad we heeded her advice as it kept us going for a couple of days. I'll not go into details as I'm sure it changes with seasonal availability but I guarantee it won't be disappointing. The studio/cottage has all a cook needs in the kitchen and outside you have a choice of a charcoal or gas BBQ. One fridge outside and another inside gives enough room for fresh food and drink. Privacy is high on the agenda with Joan keeping out of the way unless you want to speak to her but she is very welcoming and attentive of any requests. The pool is close to the accommodation, up a few steps. It's adjoined to the main villa but very private and peaceful - no interruptions again. Joan apologised for the weather, so I'm holding her responsible for the sunshine on our next visit as we'll definitely be back and I'm looking forward to a social drink with her because I know she's sitting on some excellent tales. Thanks Joan for being a wonderful host and look after yourself!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barry B.

Liked: Cleanliness
A haven in the hills
Wow what a place to spend a week! The cottage is delightful, views amazing day and night, huge pool in lovely gardens and patio area. Joan our host and Xana her friend are really lovely people. From before we arrived everything was sorted with full instructions on how to find the property. When we did arrive the welcome package was AMAZING!! Quite used to getting nothing on arrival, well we had a roast chicken, pork stroganoff, salad, water, wine, bread , eggs and ice plus a fab stock cupboard full of useful bits. In short, the place is excellent. Clean, quiet and simple. What more do you need…. Lovely local restaurants, supermarket 5 mins away, you do need a car. Shared G&T’s with Joan on a couple of evenings. What a lady, wish we had longer, we will be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephen P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic accommodation in a stunning location.
The cottage is in a fantastic location, only 30 mins from Faro airport and the charming towns of Loule, Olhoa, Fuseta and Tavira, set on high ground with uninterrupted views to the coast. We arrived to find the accommodation immaculately clean, and it included a very well equipped kitchen, 2 barbeques and a huge marble table on the terrace where we spent many relaxing evenings. The icing on the cake was the very generous welcome pack that Joan provided, which included a couple of delicious home cooked meals and enough other food and drink to keep us going for a number of days. The pool is excellent, located only a few steps up from the apartment, easily the largest we have enjoyed in a private hiring, with loads of sun loungers to choose from and amazing views towards the east Algarve coast. Joan is a charming host, very discreet but readily available if we required any advice about local places to visit. We had a couple of hugely enjoyable evenings in her company sharing a bottle of wine. True to Joan's word, we were the only guests and had the place to ourselves. All in all, we absolutely loved our stay. It was very relaxing and stress free, largely thanks to the huge effort Joan had put into making the cottage comfortable and well appointed. We like to travel to different places, but having enjoyed our time here so much we are already talking about when we can return to Casa Monte do Cerro for another stay. Thank you Joan for a wonderful holiday!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

john f., cork ireland

Liked: Cleanliness
home from home
beautiful cottage and a great swimming pool and lovely grounds.my first night my host joan had a lovely welcome pack so i did not have to go shopping dill the next day. the cottage had everything for cooking as i did a lot of cooking .what more could you ask for.i had nice drinks with my host joan and her two dogs sarah and Bear there are so nice.I had a wonderful time of peace and quite here and i will be back again soon all the best joan thanks
Stayed 21 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert B., Brentwood

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic Holiday
This is a lovely part of Portugal, very peaceful and with a very friendly atmosphere. Joan, the owner, is a fabulous hostess and does everything to make your stay comfortable and enjoyable. Her welcome pack is the best ever! A beautiful pool, wonderful views and minutes away from Moncarapacho a great little town with smashing restaurants. We are definitely returning.

10/10 Excellent

Gary B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Super Relaxing Time
A perfect hillside retreat where you can spend time relaxing in the beautiful garden and swimming in the generously sized pool. The Cottage has everything you need for your stay including WiFi and Multiple British TV Channels and Netflix. Our Host Joan Graham had prepared a delicious welcome pack including roast chicken, fresh bread, home made humous and pate.Also wine! So handy when arriving after your journey. The Cottage is close by car to the local towns with really nice restaurants.We certainly recommend Olhao, Moncarapacho and Fuzeta to eat out. This is our 14th time staying at the Cottage.We love it. We both had a peaceful relaxing break once again.
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ceris and Pyrs M.

Liked: Cleanliness
My Piece of Heaven
Wonderful location with stunning views. The cottage has everything you need for a very comfortable stay. It is so peaceful and calm the perfect place to unwind and recharge your batteries. Not forgetting the glorious swimming pool we hardly ever got out of! And last but definately not least the inimitable Joan our Host and what a Host. Kind,helpful and so much fun. Her welcome pack is phenomenal and I cannot wait to go back. I so recommend this place its amazing!!

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S., Leicestershire

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing as ever
We returned again for what would be our 8th visit (maybe more!!). We absolutely love the location of this cottage. We love the relaxing feel it give as soon as we arrive. The cottage owner Joan is amazing, lovely, very friendly and accommodating despite this being a self catered cottage. As Joan lives on site, it can be easy to forgot this is "self catered". Joan leaves you plenty of provisions to start your holiday, We always buy more when we runs out, we wouldn't expect Joan to keep providing! The welcome hamper, which is above and beyond what we would normally receive in a self catered cottage. I'd go as far to say this is exceptional and very impressive. They is an honesty bar/fridge by the pool, you can help yourself to beer/coke/wine etc and leave the required payment or replace what you've used when you go to the shops. We hire a car as the town is about 1 mile away, however the local taxi company is very amenable. The town of Moncarapacho is about a 15/20 min walk away, passing beautiful scenery as you go. The cottage is equipped well, a gas & charcoal BBQ, private seating area, dishwasher and washing machine! I know right - Amazing! We had some friends come to stay and they stayed in the adjoining bedroom, no through walk way, so still private, but another room off to the left with an ensuite and small courtyard with tea & coffee and fridge etc. Great for parties of 4, you can share the outside space and kitchen. My understanding is it's only let exclusively to friends and not to people you don't know, so you have the run of the amazing "large" pool and surrounding terrace/garden space. Love love love this place, so much so we are returning in September, cannot wait. :o) Gary & Lisa Sanders Leicestershire
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Richard and Pat S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Holiday
This was our second visit to Cassa D'Alegria, for a much needed relaxing holiday and once again we were not disappointed. The facilities provided, which includes privacy, extremely comfortable accommodation, a superb welcome pack, exclusive use of a large swimming pool, private terrace complete with panoramic sea views, delightful gardens and surroundings offer a peaceful and tranquil ambience and this is not to mention the most enjoyable company and hospitality of our host Joan, whom we shared some memorable times with. We enjoyed the locality particularly the many fine restaurants in Olhao, Moncarapacho, Fuseta and surrounding district. The accommodation enables you to choose how you want to spend your time, either quiet days/nights in and to BBQ, or to visit a local restaurant or to enjoy sociable evenings with Joan and friends, which we found most enjoyable. All in all, we found the entire experience to be thoroughly enjoyable and we have already booked for next year and with a possibility of returning sooner. We cannot praise this accommodation high enough!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Tilly and Dave L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise!
This is our fourth visit in a row to this piece of paradise! From the moment you arrive you feel so relaxed, happy and at home. Joan really is the most wonderful host and one of the reasons we keep coming back. Her welcome packs are out of this world, homemade pate, avocado dip and hummus just to mention a few. As well as freshly squeezed orange juice, bread, milk and wine...all meaning you don’t have to leave for a few days or think about cooking. My Mum even said she would travel weekly from Hereford to receive such delicious treats! There are so many reasons why we come back - the setting, the gardens, the big pool, the dogs and of course sharing drinks and giggles on the terrace with Joan. There is everything and more that you need here, we enjoyed bbqs the evenings we stayed in, listening to music and sitting on the spacious terrace. We can’t praise Joan highly enough, it really is paradise. See you next year xxx
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2019

6/10 Okay

Mary Hall

Liked: Cleanliness
Misleading information on property description
Joan is a very friendly, kind and knowledgeable hostess and her welcome pack was one of the best we've ever had. This makes it difficult to be critical of the accommodation itself, which we found disappointing. The good points are the very comfortable bed, the sea views, the covered terraces and the fridge on the terrace. We had fabulous weather during our stay. We think that the property description is misleading. Hilltop Cottage isn't a cottage with one bedroom. A more accurate description would be a basement bedsit or studio apartment. The bed is in a curtained alcove and the access to the shower room is next to the bed. The shower is pretty grim - it's a small, curtained shower tray probably 80x80 cms. Clothes storage is a small wardrobe in the shower room. The living area is exactly as shown in the photograph, i.e. a sofa and TV. The kitchen area is fine but over-loaded with equipment. There wasn't a Nespresso as described, it's a filter coffee machine. There's insufficient cutlery or glasses if one wants to use the dishwasher. The pool is outside the main house on the level above the rental property. It's just a short walk up to the pool but this isn't clear on the property description. "You have a 60 sq.m. 'private' pool" suggests it's "your pool". It's not at all clear that it's located on what is effectively a neighbouring property. Joan deserves the personal praise she has in her reviews but I'm afraid this style of accommodation isn't for everyone, and if the listing were made more accurate then it would save disappointment.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2019

8/10 Good

Wendy W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Getting away for a proper break.
Perfect for those who don’t mind being a little out of the way. Perfect bolt hole to relax and unwind. We have been coming to the Algarve fo 15 years and love Moncarapacho. There are beautiful beaches to explore at Barril and Tavira island. Tavira town is stunning with plenty of good restaurants. The villa is small but perfectly formed as they say. Everything you need is there and if it’s not, I’m sure Joan would help you get it.
Stayed 10 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Andrew D.

Perfect for a relaxing get away
This is the fourth time we have stayed here. We love the rural location and being able to use all the grounds have to offer. Joan is the perfect host and the welcome pack is second to none. We will certainly return.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Paul C.

Excellent hospitality swimming pool and generosity with wecoming food and wine
We arrived and were made most welcome. The owner left excellent food with houmous, salmon mouse, cooked chicken, fruit and wine. We were invited to drinks with the owner. The apartment was spotless with every cooking utensil. The swimming pool,was in excellent condition. The owner kindly booked taxis and dinner reservations on our behalf. In conclusion we found the holiday apartment excellent without reservation. Professor Paul J Ciclitira
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Janice P.

Lovely hilltop location, gracious host
Great views in every direction from the hilltop home. Our host Joan was very welcoming, helpful and knowledgeable about the area. The welcome pack was delicious and much appreciated. An ideal location for visiting the Eastern Algarve. We would recommend this to anyone looking for a cosy hideaway.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy U.

Relaxing Escape
Although a little remote - meaning car hire is essential -Joan is the perfect host and the cottage has everything you need. The Welcome Pack is excellent and despite it being February we loved having breakfast on the patio every morning. We also visited Lisbon for a few days (a very easy and affordable train journey from Fuseta) which is one of Europe's greatest (and cheapest) capitals. The dogs are friendly (we're not dog owners) and do not intrude. Joan is extremely hospitable and we enjoyed having drinks and dinner out one Sunday with her and friends. It really is a home from home but with far better weather! We will return...
Stayed 21 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Mark P.

A lovely relaxing place to stay
What can we say about Joan, that hasn't already been said. Such a lovely warm welcome on top of the fantastic food hamper that we were greeted with. The cottage is very cosy, comfortable and has everything you need to have a great holiday. It was my 60th birthday while there, and Joan very kindly hosted a party for me and invited some lovely friends and using the fabulous BBQ-ing facilities, we all had a great evening. Thank you Joan for making my birthday special. The dogs, Bella, Bear and Bogalina were always on hand for our doggy fix while away from ours. So if you are looking for a relaxing, rustic beautiful place to holiday, look no further, you won't be disappointed. Joan's warm welcome is worth the price on its own. Mark and Jill
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

cynthia L.

Charming, beautiful views, lovely pool, very welcoming owner, lots of privacy...
Totally relaxing, beautiful property within short driving distance of local village and other area attractions. The owner, Joan, is a gem! Her welcome basket of wine, chicken, seafood spread and snacks were a real treat. There is a charming tableau everywhere you look about the property... tables with candles for sitting and chatting over an evening cocktail, bistro lights hung overhead. Bougainvillea bloom everywhere and the sun kissed villa sits atop a hill overlooking the sea. The fresh air is wonderful and there is a lovely breeze.,,, So relaxing..... perfect for the travelers who want something different from the usual hotel or tourist experience. The kitchen was well equipped, the bedroom was cozy and the bed itself was amazingly comfortable. Nice hot shower, washing machine if you need it. Joan has put together the perfect relaxing getaway for her guests. One feels like a welcome friend with complete freedom to enjoy the property as you wish. We truly hated to leave and hope to return!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S., Leicestershire

Utopia and more!
Where to start! We without question love this Hilltop Cottage (our 2nd visit this year!). Nestled on a hilltop just outside the quaint town of Moncarapacho with outstanding views. Joan, the owner and hostess with the absolute mostess is an total gem and the cherry on top of this spectacular property. Joan's hospitality knows no bounds and she makes you feel very very welcome. Despite this being a self catering stay, Joan goes out of her way to give you lots of information prepare about the area and provides the most amazing welcome hamper, something she doesn't need/have to do, but goes the extra mile to ensure that her guests have the best start to their holiday. It's such a lovely personal touch. Thank you Joan. The cottage has everything you need for outdoor and indoor living, seating areas, bbq, gas and charcoal (yes she even provides gas). Again self catering, so this is another personal touch. The pool is the biggest I've seen and the outside area and garden are just lovely. Sit and relax in the Portuguese sun and just let the stress slip away. Chairs, sunbeds, in the shade out of the shade, lots of places to let the hours tick by. Joan is very knowledgeable about the local area and has left information in the cottage on places to go, where to eat etc etc. We were able to book a taxis as we wanted to go out and have a drink and not have the hassle of driving, again information in the information booklet. I would say a car is essential as there is so much to do and see (if you don't want to chill by the pool that is!). However using taxi's to and from the airport and while you are there is also possible. The beach is about 3 miles away in Fuseta and Joan has kindly left cool bags, beach umbrella's in the cottage for your use. I cannot recommend this place highly enough, we've booked to go back twice next year. I can honestly say we've never felt so relaxed on holiday before. I've told all my friends about this amazing little cottage, but only have securing my own bookings for 2019. *Highly Recommend* From a very relaxed Lisa & Gary xxx
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Andrew C.

Paradise revisited , cant say more than that really
This was our 5th visit to Joan’s wonderful villa and we have already booked for next year. The villa, the pool, the grounds and the all round views are second to none. If you want a relaxing chilled out holiday this is the place for you plus the weather is fantastic all year round. If you hire a car you can easy access the motorway which takes you to anywhere you want to go in the Algarve. Moncarapacho is a small village but it has everything you could want, restaurants, supermarket and plenty of shops. The lifestyle there is very laidback and relaxed, you can do as much or as little as you want. The beaches near by are absolutely gorgeous and we would recommend the ones in Villamoura and Quiteira. Restaurants we would recommend are Antonio’s in Moncarapacho, Lagar Mesquite in Sao bras and BJ’s near Quiteira. For us, Joan is absolutely brilliant, we have now become very close friends, she will help you with anything you want, directions , taxi hire and recommending restaurants and places you might like to visit, she is not intrusive at all but she is there if you need her. Our holiday would not be the same without her, we love Joan and her friends and dogs and cat .Joan wants you to have the best holiday you can and she will do whatever to make it so. For us it’s a little piece of paradise which delivers everything we need and look forward to many more holidays there.

10/10 Excellent

Denise and alan M.

Heaven
This hilltop cottage with its magnificent views captures the true Algarvian way. Tranquil unique and truly wonderful. The host provides a fantastic welcome pack so on your 1st day there is no need to rush out to shop. Nothing is too much trouble however, this is self catering so you will need to buy loo rolls etc at some stage. The pool is inviting and there is a fabulous Carob tree to get some shade. If you do book we can guarantee you will not be disappointed.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Peter F.

Lovely escape
Excellent welcome pack. Friendly welcome. Looked after by Bear, Bogalina, Bella, leopod and off course Joan. Everything you need for comfortable and relaxing stay. Lovely swimmimg pool.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Ceris and Pyrs M.

A Piece of Heaven
We had the most amazing hoilday with Joan who is definately the Hostess with the mostess! It is such a peaceful private location and the views are stunning. The locals are so friendly and helpful and you can do as much or as little as you wish. I have never had such a stressfree calming holiday. I feel totally rejuvenated and cannot wait to go back next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Gary B.

Another Wonderful Relaxing Visit
There must be something really special about this place that has made us return 13 times over 10 years. It is a special place to relax in and enjoy. Joan is a wonderful host and the Welcome pack is delicious with lovely homemade treats and good wine. Our best days are spent around the pool with fabulous views down to the sea, just eating and drinking. Although there is a tv we didn’t turn it on once during our two-week stay because we wanted to get away from it all and this is just the place to do it. When we did venture out there are good restaurants locally and in the nearby coastal towns of Olhao, Fuseta and Tavira - we were spoilt for choice. We have already booked for next year and really looking forward to our next visit.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Nicola S.

A little piece of heaven on earth
This is our fifth visit to Joan's wonderful property and certainly won't be our last. We love everything about the accommodation and its superb host. The welcome pack is second to none and I love the fact that the kitchen is fully stocked with the basics needed to be able to cater for our stay. We replace anything we use up but it is such a change to have oils, condiments, butter etc there when we arrive. There is also fresh basil, mint, chives and tomatoes from the garden which we used daily. The pool is beautiful and we spent a great deal of our time on this trip floating around on the lilos. We love Fuseta Beach and also wandering around the lovely town of Tavira. Our favourite beach is Fabrica, down the east coast towards Spain, around a 30 minute drive away.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2018