Casa Narciso Region: Sleeps: 10 - 16

Overview

Sleeping up to 16 guests, Casa Narciso is the perfect party pad! If you are celebrating a special event or want to travel with a number of friends or as a group of families, then Casa Narciso is the perfect venue! The villa is immaculate, a perfect blend of traditional and contemporary, offering extensive entertainment space and luxurious comfort. Casa Narciso is spacious inside and out and will not disappoint.

The tranquil, charming hamlet of Malhao offers that perfect ‘away from it all’ feeling though is only 4km from Boliquieme where you will find a number of shops, cafes and restaurants. It is 8km from the lovely village of and only 12km from the gorgeous beaches of the . The buzzy tourist meccas of Albufeira and Vilamoura are 14km away and offer the party life as well as sophisticated marinas and excellent shopping opportunities.

The accommodation at Casa Narciso is perfect for extended families or friends that would like a little personal space as well as plenty of ‘get together’ space. There are two gorgeous suites in the grounds of the villa, one of which has two bedrooms and another with one. All 9 bedrooms, each with their own ensuite bathroom, are tastefully and elegantly decorated.

The ground floor of the villa is home to the wonderful entrance hall, a cloakroom, the living and dining room with doors to a covered terrace, a fabulous kitchen, utility room and one of the single bedrooms. The generous living room is glamorous with huge squishy sofas and eye-catching, cool design—two sets of doors open to a lovely terrace with beautiful views of the garden. The wonderful kitchen is huge with large appliances, a large island and a useful breakfast table.

Two bedrooms are located on the lower ground floor. They are cool, elegant and extremely spacious, each with a smart, well-maintained ensuite bathroom. One bedroom is double, and the other is a twin.

On the first floor, you will find another beautiful double bedroom with ensuite bathroom, separate shower and a balcony, a twin bedroom with an ensuite bathroom and external access to a single bedroom with its own ensuite shower room.

The King Suite, with external access, boasts a living room, double bedroom

Page 1 with ensuite shower room and a twin bedroom with ensuite shower room. The Queen Suite, adjacent to the King Suite, offers a living room and an immaculate, pretty double bedroom with a large ensuite bathroom including a spa bath, and separate shower. You may have grandparents among your holiday group that would love a little of their own space.

Casa Narciso enjoys its gently elevated hillside position boasting the most magnificent sweeping views across the pretty open countryside towards the sea and inland towards the Monchique Mountains. The grounds are superb with large, mature gardens that look especially beautiful when lit at night. The gardens are very well established with delightful rockeries and mature shrubs. There are various terraces, covered and uncovered, some for lounging or sunbathing and some for alfresco dining, using the built-in barbecue. There are two pools, one larger than average at 15m x 5m and a solar heated children’s pool at 3.5m x 2.5m. There is a fabulous poolside games room complete with table football, a pool table, Playstation, TV, DVD and CD player. There is also a lovely seating arrangement and a fridge, perfect for some chilled drinks while enjoying the games or poolside. There is also table tennis for your enjoyment.

Everyone will find something to be happy about at Casa Narciso! It really is a lovely and welcoming country house, exceedingly well proportioned and beautifully maintained. Facilities Modern • Private Pool • Child-Safe Pool • Heated Pool • Ideal for Babies & Toddlers • Ideal for Kids • Ideal for Teens • Wi-Fi/Internet • Air-Con • BBQ • Games Room • Indoor Games • Outdoor Games • Table Tennis • Table Football • Pool/Snooker • DVD • Cot(s) • High Chair(s) • Outstanding Landscapes • Outdoor Pursuit & Activities • Tourist Towns & Villages

Page 2 Interior & Grounds

Page 3 The Villa

Casa Narciso is a brilliant 9 bedroom villa sleeping up to 16 guests in the countryside but very close to Albufeira and Vilamoura.

Ground floor - Entrance hall - Toilet guest - Living/dining room with doors to the covered terrace. - Fully equipped kitchen - Utility room with washing machine - Single bedroom with en suite shower room

Lower ground floor - Double bedroom with en suite bathroom and doors to the terrace - Twin bedroom with en suite bathroom

First floor - Double bedroom with en suite bathroom and balcony - Twin bedroom with en suite bathroom - Single bedroom with en suite shower room (external access)

First Suite (external access)** Living room Double bedroom with en suite shower room Twin bedroom with en suite shower room

Second Suite (external access)** - Living room - Double bedroom with en suite bathroom

Exterior - Heated swimming pool (15m x 5m) - Children's pool (3.5m x 2.5m) - BBQ and dining area - Shower room - Poolside games room - Private parking (garage)

** Groups of 10 people will have access to the main house only. ** Groups of 11-12 people will have access to the main house the living room and one of the bedrooms in the first suite ** Groups of 13-14 people will have access to the main house and the first suite ** Groups of 15-16 people will have access to the main house and both suites

Page 4 Location & Local Information

Casa Narciso is located in the tranquil hamlet of Malhao. Across the almond and orange groves and pine forest is the pretty village of Boliquieme. It offers another rural slice of the Algarve and boasts a few delightful restaurants and bars as well as some helpful shops.

Paderne is 9km from the villa and is known for the of Paderne, its Medieval bridge and the Corte-Real Gallery with wonderful modern art. Again, there are a few charming places to eat or drink.

Almancil and its neighbouring village Sao Lourenco are worth a trip to visit the local potteries and probably the most attractive church in the whole of the Algarve. The Sao Lourenco Church is decorated with characteristic blue tiles telling the life of its patron saint. It is stunning azulejo work dating back to 1730. There is a local centro cultural which hosts a range of art exhibitions and musical performances.

You can easily visit the fantastic beaches and golf in the area of the villa. The 5km Vale do Lobo stretch of golden sand with its eye-catching terracotta cliffs, the huge golden sandy expanses at Praia de Falesia and the beautiful Ria Formosa beaches are unforgettable. On windy days the brilliant aqua seas will be dotted with surfers riding the waves to shore. You can also visit the excellent Quinta do Lago lagoon where the water is calmer and warmer. The lagoon offers a choice of watersports and waterside dining.

The sophisticated Vilamoura is close by for a delicious supper at the stunning marina. The variety of chic, high-class restaurants and bars is immense. Some amazing boat trips can be booked to dolphin watch, fish, partake in watersports or to view the magnificent coastline. You could also visit the charming Old Town or the casino.

The whole family or group will be delighted with the attractions of this area of the Algarve from thrilling waterparks, zoos, alfresco dining to glorious beaches and much much more.

Local Amenities

Nearest Airport Faro Airport (32 km)

Nearest Village Paderne (5 km)

Page 5 Nearest Town/City Boliqueime (6 km)

Nearest Town/City Albufeira (16 km)

Nearest Beach Olhos d'Agua Beach (12 km)

Nearest Beach Vilamoura Beach (12 km)

Page 6 What Oliver loves… What you should know…

This villa can accommodate up to 16 guests in total and is designed brilliantly Please speak to us if you would like to book Casa Narciso without using the Suites as there may be options available if you with excellent entertaining space have fewer than 16 guests The views from the villa are delightful, a far reaching panorama The children’s pool is solar heated. The main swimming pool can be heated through the summer for an additional cost but you The villa offers a wonderful blend of contemporary and traditional. You feel so almost certainly will not need it! comfortable and welcome when you stay here Three of the nine bedrooms are located in 2 special suites in the mature gardens

Page 7 Terms & Conditions

- Security deposit: Credit cards details requested as guarantee

- Arrival time: 4 pm

- Departure time: 10 am

- Energy costs included?: Yes, included in the rental price

- Linen & towels included?: Yes, included in the rental price

- Pets welcome?: Not allowed

- End of stay cleaning included?: Yes, included in the rental price

- Smoking Allowed?: No smoking inside the villa

- Insurance: It is recommended that all guests take out insurance to cover against potential cancellation and any accidental damage caused during your stay at the property

- Pool heating charge?: Not included, €299 extra charge (on request)

- Internet access?: Yes, included in the rental price

- Other Ts and Cs: Cot, highchair, baby buggy included in the rental price (on request)

- Other Ts and Cs: One extra-bed 50€ (on request)

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