9 bedroom stunning private estate in the Golden Triangle, Algarve. Heated pool

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9 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 18258333.6 sq ft

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Loulé, Faro District

Aqua Show Park
‪6 min drive‬
Vilamoura Marina
‪14 min drive‬
Falesia Beach
‪23 min drive‬
Faro (FAO-Faro Intl.)
‪19 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

9 bedrooms (sleeps 18)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 6

1 King Bed

Bedroom 7

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 8

1 King Bed

Bedroom 9

2 Single Beds

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only

Shower room 1

Shower only

Shower room 2

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining area

About this property

Large estate of 24,000M2 with three separate villas sleeping 18 persons.
Lake, salt water heated swimming pool (STC) vineyard, beach volleyball...
Perfect for large groups of family & friends and hosting special events.

Property manager

Sean Doyle

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English

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 18

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Pets

Pets allowed: limit 3 total

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.

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, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 16

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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

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A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Loulé

Located in Loulé, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a lake. Vilamoura Marina and Faro Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Falesia Beach and Faro Island Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Karting Almancil and Paintarena Portugal. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

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Loulé, Faro District

What's nearby

Loule Town Market - 5 min drive - 4.6 km
Loule Castle - 6 min drive - 5.0 km
Aqua Show Park - 6 min drive - 6.2 km
Vilamoura Marina - 14 min drive - 13.1 km
Falesia Beach - 23 min drive - 13.8 km

Getting around

Loule Station - 5 min drive
Faro (FAO-Faro Intl.) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

‪Pastelaria Venepao Almancil - ‬1 min drive
‪Barbacoa Steak House Português - ‬1 min walk
‪Piri Piri D'Almancil - ‬14 min walk
‪Casa de Pasto Formosa - ‬10 min walk
‪A Quinta - ‬1 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does 9 bedroom stunning private estate in the Golden Triangle, Algarve. Heated pool have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is 9 bedroom stunning private estate in the Golden Triangle, Algarve. Heated pool pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 3 total).

What time is check-in at 9 bedroom stunning private estate in the Golden Triangle, Algarve. Heated pool?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 9 bedroom stunning private estate in the Golden Triangle, Algarve. Heated pool?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 9 bedroom stunning private estate in the Golden Triangle, Algarve. Heated pool located?

This family-friendly Loulé holiday home is located by the sea, within 3 mi (5 km) of Karting Almancil, Loulé Municipal Market and Loule Town Market. Loule Gypsy Market and Church of São Lourenço are also within 3 miles (5 km).

9.8

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Lucy K.

21 Jul 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Villa stay in Loulé

We absolutely loved our stay at Sean’s villa. Would highly recommend to anyone with a big group, adults or family. All of the facilities were impeccable. The villa was very modern and clean. The pool and volleyball court were a highlight and would definitely book again.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard H.

9 Jul 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect family stay

Family of 13, including 3 children, had a wonderful stay in this stunning villa in a beautiful setting. Communication with Sean (the host) was excellent before & during the stay. Plenty of space for a large group with the main villa, two annexes and the large grounds. Lovely seating areas on the terraces for evening gatherings & BBQ. Fully equipped kitchens & clean and tidy throughout on arrival. Pool a good size for the group but definitely needed the pool heating which we added (additional charge). Not much around within local walking distance especially if you have elderly or young in the group but we used Uber taxis for getting around which was easy enough, always available and a good price. This worked out much cheaper than renting a car/van for our group size. Overall, an excellent place for a group/family stay.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eleanor C.

13 May 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent Property, 10/10

Our group of 18 had an amazing time staying at the estate. The property was very clean and the kitchens were well-furnished with plenty of utensils and crockery. It is private and secluded, but just a stone's throw away from local amenities, restaurants and beaches. Fortunately, it is also in prime location for Ubers and taxis should you not have a car. Sean and Diana were both extremely accommodating and friendly, and made the booking and check-in process extremely easy. I would not hesitate to recommend this property to anybody looking to stay in the Algarve, and our group will definitely be back. Many thanks Sean!

Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte D.

12 Apr 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Large group trip (no kids)

Really great property. Kitchen well equipped, nice large bedrooms, lots of outdoor space for everyone to sit around. Few things were a bit “rusty” (think because we went early in the season) - things like washing machine didn’t work, but the host was very quick to come and help so that’s great! Thanks so much :) would definitely come again!

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paige J.

5 Jun 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

stunning property with great views

The property is huge and has the most incredible views, has lots of room for the whole family and is easy 10 min car ride to lots of amenities.

Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

George D.

7 May 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing - will be back!

The photos don’t do this place justice! The grounds (which are perfectly maintained) are large enough to make you feel like you have your own part of the mountain. Very close to beaches, bars and restaurants and extremely easy to order an Uber. We stayed with 17 friends and didn’t feel on top of each other at all. We ended up staying in for BBQ’s some nights as the villa was so nice. Sean and team were very easy to deal with and I would recommend staying here.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ruth W.

4 Sept 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely villas in a stunning estate

Lovely villas in a stunning estate, the photos just don’t do it justice. Great for family and friends to relax, spend time together and enjoy the scenery. Plenty to occupy the kids locally at the beaches and water park and many restaurants to choose from. Property and pool in great condition and Sean and the property manager were always on hand to help with any enquiries. We all had a fantastic time!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

paul m.

16 Aug 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Friends and Family Holiday

Great property, amazing views. Really well equipped. Excellent communication from owner. Car a must but close to beach and restaurants

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mr & Mrs Doyle G.

29 Mar 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful villa in a stunning location

We booked Lago da Serra last minute due to cancellation on our original booking. Sean and Sara were so accommodating from the outset. The property is truly stunning and the photos don’t do it justice. Our children were in the pool every waking hour and if we couldn’t find them there they were feeding the koi fish in the lake or playing beach volleyball. We used the professional chef services for my birthday celebrations, Seb and his team were excellent. The food was incredible and ticked all the boxes. We loved our stay so much we have booked a return in August 2023.

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

6 Mar 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing

We had such a fantastic relaxing week. We stayed in the main house and we could not fault it. It was beautifully decorated and it had everything we needed and more. The views from the house and the outdoor space were amazing. There was a lovely outdoor pool, lake and small manmade beach with a volley ball court which the kids really enjoyed. Would definitely recommend. We will be back.

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Josephine T.

23 Feb 2022

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Did not disappoint!

Highly recommend! This was the holiday we had all been waiting for and it did not disappoint! We were a group of friends celebrating my husbands 60th and we just wanted to relax and play a few rounds of golf. Sean was very easy to deal with and communicated with us throughout the stay. Having not been to the algarve before, he suggested some fantastic golf courses for us to try (Pine Cliffs was a highlight), as well as some lovely restaurants - we even had a chef come to the property and cook for us! We had a fantastic time and we will definitely be back! Highly recommend!

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

4 Oct 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic group holiday - highly recommended

We spent 7 days at the villa as part of a group holiday which had originally been planned for 12 adults and 2 children but changed to only 8 adults last minute following the introduction of quarantine in the UK, 2 days before we were due to travel. Sean the villa owner was fantastic throughout the entire process given the current uncertainties around international travel, he was in regular contact and allowed flexibility regarding the timing of balancing payments. The villa itself and the estate were as per the photographs on the site (awesome) and it was the perfect set up for a group trip, with the additional 2 outbuildings allowing enough space for all guests whilst still being close enough to be connected. The villa location is approx 15 minutes from both Val Do Lobo and Loulé easily accessible either via a hire car or Uber in the evening (tip if using Uber make sure you use the entrance by the Crest). Overall this was a perfect fit for our trip to Portugal, great location, stunning villa (and views), lovely pool and communal areas and everything needed for a holiday in the sun.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

16 Jun 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Holiday of a lifetime

Amazing! Surpassed all expectations We were a group of 14 family members for my special birthday. Perfect for a large group and a really special holiday

Stayed 7 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jason S.

28 Oct 2018

An excellent villa.

Had a wonderful stay. Great villa loads of room. Great location, Highly recommend

10/10 Excellent

Jason S.

11 Oct 2018

Excellent

A wonderful place in a great location. Highly recommended

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Keith B.

2 Oct 2018

Secluded luxury

The high quality pictures don't do the estate justice, luxury from the front gates all the way throughout. Tough to find from airport taxis, but the coordinates and Google maps work a treat. Reinaldo friendly and helpful at the villa and Sean always on hand via email before and after your stay. A couple of minor tweaks would help improve the estate. In one of the bedrooms there are a couple of loose drawers, 2 caffitierres between 3 villas became an issue for our large party and the a couple of minor issues with the pool. The pool can become quite greasy with the use of suntan lotions and the accumulation of bugs left the pool feeling dirty after a couple of days. There were a few small cuts on the soles of feet from the pool floor. Overall 17 happy visitors who are highly recommending a stay here. We echo prior reviews and the listing in recommending it for able bodied visitors, the pathways are steep.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Gary D., London

30 Oct 2017

Incredible

We had an excellent time at Lago da Serra. The accommodation was high-spec, clean and comfortable with space for working and entertaining. The gardens, pool area and outdoor living areas are immaculate. Check-in and out and communication with the estate manager was simple. The location and surrounding views are incredible. Very highly recommended.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Joao C.

13 Oct 2017

Great views, and perfect chilling spot.

Beautiful place and great sunsets--that's what I'll remember this place for. To be honest the location can be a bit hard to find if you don't use Google maps, so I would suggest having a look at Google maps and pin pointing the main gate entrance exactly on the map (or your GPS), so you can get there quickly. Aside from missing towels and some amenities when we arrived (which was quickly solved), we had a great time and enjoyed the place thoroughly (you almost don't need to go anywhere else to enjoy yourself). :)

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Mark H.

21 Sept 2017

Amazing property, some improvements required

This is an amazing property - the main house with two annex villas works really well. Nice, big, swimming pool, set in fantastic grounds. Spacious and comfortable. Good location in easy reach of Algarve beaches, supermarkets, local towns and attractions. Villa needs some 'soft touches' to make it a bit more homely. For example, although well equipped, the decoration is very basic. We struggled at the swimming pool with lack of shade. Owner also needs to make more comprehensive maintenance arrangements - such a large property needs almost daily visits and onsite management. Reinaldo was sometimes helpful, but also slow to respond to requests and questions (for example, we did not have the child cot on the first night, although we requested it in advance). The freezer is still broken (apparently after many months of problems), and beeped continually. For the money we spent on the property, it would be nice to have basics provided on arrival (e.g. hand soap considering there are 6 bathrooms on the property). Overall great stay, but a property of this size and price needs more onsite support and communication.

Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Frances G.

8 Aug 2017

Perfect location and very pretty. Has the WOW factor.

Lago de Serra is without a doubt a fabulous place to stay especially for a large group of family and friends. It's location is superb, so accessible to all the places you might wish to see and visit. Great choice of supermarkets within easy reach, which is especially important when self catering. The view from the terraces of all three villas is quite breath taking. We loved the huge wooden table where all 14 of us gathered together to eat most evenings, after drinks sitting out on the big outside sofas watching the sun set. We had great fun down at the pool which is a good size, and one game of volley ball, despite the heat! These very comfy, lovely modern villas built on a pretty hillside make for a very relaxing holiday destination. Sean the owner is very responsive on email during the booking process and Reinaldo was also helpful in dealing with the few very small issues we had during our stay. Has to be 5 stars!

Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jayne R.

20 Jul 2017

fantastic property and location 10/10

Our family of 16 stayed at this amazing property in June 2017. All three properties were presented to a high quality and every detail well thought out, the cleanliness of each property was excellent. The facilities, including the swimming pool, private beach, fish lake and the grounds were kept to the highest of standards. The caretakers Reinaldo & his wife were so helpful and friendly. The owners Sean & Sarah were extremely accommodating and very flexible with our requests. All our family will remember this truly lovely villa and the memories of our wonderful and very special gathering and have all asked if we can go again. We have no hesitation in recommending this villa to anyone who is looking for a large and spectacular venue for a family or friends get together.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Gareth B.

27 Jun 2017

5 star Villa in Almancil

A group of us stayed at this incredible villa in Almancil by the Algarve. We were completely spoilt with the views, activities and how immaculate everything was kept. It really is a place for everyone, for children, wanting to relax or to having a few drinks and dinner party. Our group did it all and it was hard to go out and enjoy the rest of the Algarve as we had everything we wanted in the villa. We will be wanting to come back thats for sure, especially for a volley ball rematch. Regards Gareth

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Annie F.

21 Jun 2017

Fantastic! All you need for a perfect holiday

We would highly recommend this holiday home as it has everything you need all in one location. The views are amazing and the pool is ideal for socializing and enjoying the sun. We had an amazing time staying here, you cant fault it.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Sophie S., Lincoln, Lincolnshire

20 Jun 2017

Exceeded all expectations!

When you first drive through the gates to this complex, you just think - wow! The main villa is situated at the top of the hill with amazing views over the surrounding area. The whole complex is landscaped brilliantly and with such attention to detail. The pool area is great and also has a built in bbq there as well as on the main patio outside the villa. The interior is open and spacious with a brilliant kitchen having everything you would need, and as a nice extra touch there are books, widescreen TV and a mix of games to enjoy. We had great fun with the giant jenga after a few drinks! We definitely hope to be returning soon!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Lisa D.

28 May 2017

Beautiful, faultless property

13 of us went to the estate for a Hen party - it was absolutely wonderful and better than we expected. The property is stunning, incredibly secure and has so much space, both inside the houses and the surrounding grounds. Everything is finished to a very high standard, the beds were very comfortable and the outdoor seating area at the main house had beautiful views - I noticed a previous review said there needed to be more lighting in that area however there was strings of lights all across the terrace, so i would say that problem has been addressed. The man looking after the estate - Reinaldo- could not have been nicer, very happy to leave us to it, but also just a whatsapp away if we needed advice with supermarkets, taxi numbers or what to do with the bins. Sean was great at communicating with me regarding the booking, payments and sent me a long list of restaurants, supermarkets and other personal recommendations. The taxi company Sean recommended was great - beautiful cars and drivers in suits - it felt more like a chauffeur service than a taxi - and the drivers were happy to wait for us while we went to the supermarket, and even came into the irish bar we were in to collect us and take us to the cars. I couldn't be happier with our choice of staying here, nobody could find a thing to complain about, and it exceeding all our expectations. I hope we will be back again, as 3 days was just not long enough. Thanks again, Sean, Lisa

About the host

Hosted by Sean Doyle

Having visited the Algarve for several years with my wife and family i felt it was time to take the plunge and make an investment in property here as i have always considered this to be my second home.
Having found this majestic site and now near completion i want to share with others what i have been fortunate to enjoy over the past years.
The Algarve has everything for all tastes and will be sure to make you want to return year after year.

Why they chose this property

Almancil is a great area that caters for everyone. You are a stone throw from the town centre with its array of exceptional cafes and restaurants and a short drive to the stunning beaches of Vale do Lobo and Quinta do Lago.
It is perfectly situated for families and golfers who want to enjoy everything the Algarve has to offer but a nice distance away that you are not in the heart of the hustle and bustle of the main tourist areas.
Local restaurants serve freshly sourced food at great value.
The locals are extremely friendly and always welcoming which is one of the main attractions for buying in this gem of an area situated in the hills behind Almancil.

What makes this property unique

The uniqueness of this property is that it is the only one in the Algarve that has its own lake within its boundary that is solely for you and you only to enjoy.
The property has absolutely everything you and your family need for a great vacation.
You can enjoy your days lazing by the outdoor pool or have a paddle in the 3,000M2 lake. Alternatively, if you're feeling energetic you can walk around the 20,000M2 plot enjoying the sea views whilst sipping a cocktail in the sun or go fruit picking among the orchards.
The property is gated and fenced so is 100% safe for families with children and pets.

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9 bedrooms (sleeps 18)

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Bedroom 2

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Bedroom 4

Bedroom 5

Bedroom 6

Bedroom 7

Bedroom 8

Bedroom 9

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Shower room 1

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