Lovely Algarve Villa near Golf and the Beach

The Neighborhood

Villa Talina is located in a quiet area in the centre of the Algarve. The nearest beach is just 2.8km from the villa, and the nearest golf course and tennis courts are located just 250m away. Guests will find shops and supermarkets within 3km of the villa. Albufeira Old Town Square is only around a fifteen-minute drive from Villa Talina and is known for its buzzing atmosphere and variety of bars, restaurants, shops and galleries. Albufeira is a gorgeous coastal city in the famous southern Algarve region of Portugal. Once a a bustling fishing village, it has since become a major holiday destination with tourists flocking from all over the world to enjoy the Portuguese sunshine. Albufeira is famed for its stunning sandy beaches and is also home to a busy nightlife strip. Don’t let that fool you though, Albufeira has something for the whole family! Nearby attractions include theme parks, safari, sea experiences, surfing, diving, dolphin spotting, paintball, water sports and much more!   It is an excellent location to people-watch with seafront restaurants being beautiful choices for freshly caught fish and dining under the sunrise or sunset. Galeria de Arte Pintor Samora Barros is in this area and is an art gallery dedicated to showcasing the work of late Portuguese painter Samora Barros. Vilamoura, just under half an hour's drive away, is a trendy seaside town, that attracts a classy traveller. A host of prestigious yachts & boats swarm the Marina, which spills onto a strip of stylish bars, locally renowned restaurants and a casino. The glamour does not end there, as Praia da Marina and Praia de Falesia - two alluringly sandy beaches, can be found very close by. This region of Portugal has a fine reputation amongst golf enthusiasts and has a number of championship courses to choose from. If you have any backhanded thoughts regarding golf, never fear, as Vilamoura has over fifty tennis courts for you to choose from. Numerous water-sports centres scattered within the town allow you to enjoy anything from snorkelling to boat trips. With a vast coastline that meets the powerful Atlantic Ocean, Portugal is a true paradise for the keen surfer, or indeed even those looking to try if for the first time, with plenty of surfing schools all along the calmer sections of the coast. And even for those less enamoured with surfing, the beaches of Portugal are well worth a visit for their beautifully clear waters.     The closest city is Faro and it only takes half an hour on the road, so consider renting a car to make the most of your time in the Algarve.