Villa Serena/Gorgeous Family Villa with Pool

Gorgeous villa located in Santa Luzia, a charming fishing village with working fishing boats. The colourful interior is enhanced by fantastic outdoor features, including a traditional BBQ, poolside dining, and sunbeds for ultimate relaxation under the sun. Villa Serena truly lives up to its name, providing a serene atmosphere ! The traditional village location coupled with its golden beach and local fish restaurants, makes this gorgeous villa an ideal holiday destination. This gorgeous villa is an excellent choice for guests who desire the lavish comforts of a modern setting, while immersing themselves in the ambiance of a traditional Portuguese fishing village. Located just a short stroll away from picturesque golden beaches and fabulous fish restaurants, it offers the best of both worlds. GROUND LEVEL: The ground level of the villa features a spacious open lounge that overlooks the inviting swimming pool. Adjacent to it is a fully equipped kitchen with modern appliances, ample storage space, and a wide array of utensils. Thoughtfully designed, the villa also includes a bedroom suite on the ground floor, catering to those who prefer to avoid stairs. This suite boasts a private bathroom with a walk-in shower. FIRST FLOOR: On the first floor, you’ll find two more bedrooms, each with its own private ensuite bathroom. These bedrooms offer breathtaking views of the Ria Formosa and the vast expanse of the Atlantic Ocean beyond. Additionally, each bedroom opens up to a private balcony, providing a perfect spot to admire the scenery. The third bedroom can be converted as a double or a twin. OUTSIDE SPACE: Villa Serena boasts spacious terraces where you can unwind and soak in the tranquil ambiance. As you enter from the front, you’ll find a convenient and shaded parking area that can accommodate two cars. Whether you wish to bask in the sun’s rays or enjoy a delightful evening meal, the outside spaces are designed to accommodate your desires. At the rear of the villa, you’ll be delighted to discover a refreshing pool surrounded by green shrubs and comfortable sunbeds, creating an idyllic haven for sun worshippers. Moreover, if you enjoy cooking at home, you can make use of the traditional BBQ and prepare delicious “al Fresco” dining. FINAL NOTES... This is a private accommodation and guests will be able to access all advertised areas and use all advertised facilities. All areas of the villa, including front/back gardens, terraces/patio and private pool are accessible to guests. The villa has two levels and has stairs within - a ground floor bedroom is offered for guest convenience, ideally suited to guests with limited mobility, who prefer to avoid stairs. Please note, we do not recommend the villa for children under two years old - the pool is open, ungated and easily accessible from the lounge. Thus care is recommended - and children of any age should not be left unsupervised at any time whilst using the pool. ARRIVING AT THE PROPERTY: It is our intention to meet you in person at the property on your arrival to deliver the keys and welcome you. Some of our properties have key safety boxes and you will be informed of the code in advance, in which case you may be asked to check in alone and we will make a later courtesy visit at a mutually convenient time. CHECK-IN TIMES: Please note check-in times are between 16.00h and 19.00h and we will try to be flexible with arrival times outside of these hours. For early arrivals, it may be possible to offer a “bag drop” facility. For later arrivals, there may be the key safety box facility. If not, and we are required to meet you in person for a late-night check in, the following fees will apply: 19.00 - 22.00h 15€ 22.00h - 24.00h 20€ We will ensure that you are well-informed of the specific key collection details. WHAT TO EXPECT ON ARRIVAL: For your arrival, the property will be clean and well-presented, and we will supply: Bed sheets and towels A Bathroom Starter Pack of: - toilet paper - hand soap A Kitchen Starter Pack of: - cloth - sponge - washing up liquid - washing pods - rubbish bags Plus complimentary milk, juice and water. PRIVACY: When booking private accommodation, we like to give you privacy during your stay. However, Smartavillas fully trained personnel are available 24 hours per day should you need assistance of any kind. We are only a phone call away. As this property has a private pool, please remember that access will be required for maintenance/ upkeep. HOLIDAY GUIDE: Smartavillas has a fantastic holiday guide packed with lots of information including points of local interest, activities, and restaurant recommendations. For your convenience, we will send an electronic copy before you arrive and also provide a QR code in the villa. ADDITIONAL CLEANING/SHEET CHANGE As properties are rented on a self-catering arrangement, a daily maid and interim property cleaning service/linen change are not included in the price, but if required, can be provided for an additional charge. Further details available on request. WE KINDLY REQUEST: The house will be well presented for your arrival, and departure cleaning is included in the rental value. However, we do ask for a respectful co-operation with the removal of rubbish, and that BBQ facilities are cleaned of food and debris before you leave. Charges will be incurred if it is deemed that the property is left in an unacceptable condition. DEPARTURE DAY: Unfortunately, all good things must come to an end! - and on departure day, check out time is requested at 10.00h. We will contact you towards the end of your stay to confirm this. We may be able to offer a later departure time only if there are no guests arriving on the same day. Unfortunately, however, this is unlikely in the summer months due to high volumes of guests. General: Located 35km from Faro airport, Villa Serena lies in the cobblestoned fishing village of Santa Luzia. Within walking distance of a selection of waterfront restaurants, cafés and small supermarkets, the villa is centrally located and 4km from the nearest larger town of Tavira, known as the Venice of the Algarve. Despite the age of tourism, the village has retained much of its charm and deservedly earns its title the “octopus Capital of the Algarve” with many of the restaurants offering the local octopus catch of the day, amongst other delicious fish dishes. Flanked by two fabulous beaches and a varied selection of cafes, bars and restaurants, Santa Luzia charms Portuguese and foreign visitors alike. Cuisine: Along the waterfront and dotted about the narrow streets, various restaurants and local eateries provide for all tastes and pockets, with some locally renowned establishments always busy – so be sure to book ahead! Beaches: There are two fantastic beaches to enjoy in Santa Luzia…the first, Terra Estreita, is reached via a short ferry crossing; the second is the beach of Barill reached by a small train which delights children and adults alike. For each, the prize is the welcome of dune backed golden sands, lapped by the crystal blue waters of the Atlantic Ocean; both a touch of paradise waiting to be explored and enjoyed. Nature: At your doorstep, the Ria Formosa Natural Park is a nature lovers playground offering a myriad of marine and bird life to observe and become acquainted with. The villa is located in Santa Luzia, near Tavira. The use of a car is not essential when renting this property. • Train - Nearest stop to the property is Tavira Main Station - 3.5kms • Bus - Buses run across the entire Algarve coastline and the nearest bus stop is along the seafront, around 3 minutes walk • Taxi – There is no rank or pick up point in the immediate vicinity. However, Smartavillas offer taxi services, and the contact details will be displayed inside your rental property • Smartavillas can also arrange airport transfers for any number of passengers, private travel services to and from places of interest and competitive rates for car hire. Please ask us for a quote. ADDITIONAL SERVICES To assist you with your holiday planning we offer the following services: · Welcome packs/hot food - perfect for late night arrivals. · Travel cots and highchairs – 1 of each without charge · Airport Transfers – with personal meet in the arrivals hall · Car Hire – with collection point with the airport grounds · Bicycle Hire – for delivery to your rental property Please contact us for further information and prices regarding any of these additional services which should be requested and confirmed before your arrival to avoid disappointment. WELCOME INFORMATION: Before you arrive, Smartavillas will send you a welcome email including key collection details, travel directions and other useful information to assist your arrival and check in. TOURIST TAXES & PASSPORT INFORMATION: Some municipalities within the Eastern Algarve region have now introduced a Tourist Tax, where charges of around 1€ per person per night are applied to a maximum of 7 nights. This charge is levied by the Government, not Smartavillas. You will be informed in advance if you are required to pay this, which will be required in cash on arrival, with a receipt issued for payment confirmation. It is also a lawful requirement for all non-Portuguese nationals to provide us with passport details for data entry into the national immigration records. SECURITY DEPOSIT AND DAMAGE WAIVER: We are committed to protecting our properties which is why we’ve partnered with Know Your Guest (Superhog), the leading vacation rental guest-screening provider. Please note that before your booking begins, you will need to verify your details through Know Your Guest. You will also be given the choice between paying a refundable deposit or buying a non-refundable damage waiver. We suggest you buy the damage waiver as this protects you in case you cause accidental damage during a booking. The values for this property can be seen by clicking the “deposits and waivers” tab on the left-hand side of the property page near the description.