Tavira “Finally, you can really relax here with a slow pace of life and almost no stress...” Attractions of Tavira & the Eastern

The eastern Algarve’s principal town, Tavira is “arguably the Algarve’s most charming town”, according to Lonely Planet. It has something for everyone – a beautiful, historic town with wide cobbled avenues, shady plazas, a maze of atmospheric streets hiding a treasure-trove of little boutiques and family run restaurants and of course plenty of bars where you can enjoy an alfresco drink. It has a wonderfully relaxed and friendly feel and huge charm and character.

The Eastern Algarve has escaped the over-development which has occurred in some areas of the central and Western Algarve, so retains much of its natural beauty and tranquility. It has quick and easy access from Faro airport and the rest of the Algarve, but it feels a world apart.

Tavira has a long history dating from the late Bronze Age. It was then colonized by the Phoenecians in the 8th century BC followed by the Romans and Moors; the latter heavily where the Jack Nicklaus golf has recently been influencing the town’s architecture, including Tavira castle, voted the the number one golf course in Portugal. two mosques and several palaces. The area around Tavira is perfect for many other leisure activities including horse riding, walking, The river Gilao meanders through the centre of town, spanned cycling, kite surfing, paddle boarding and kayaking, by old bridges and sets the pace for this town, where no-one together with numerous clubs covering most is in a hurry and the pace of life feels like stepping back twenty interests. Tavira also has a large shopping years in time. There is a fishing quay on the river and a large complex with a 5-screen cinema. market offering a huge range of local products with a wonderful range of fresh fruit, vegetables and fish. The river flows into the And of course, there is the weather, the reason Atlantic Ocean and ferries run from the centre of town to the most people come here. Year round sunshine, wonderful beaches on the Ilha de Tavira. long summers where you can live outdoors for 6 months of the year, balmy winters perfect Most of the Eastern Algarve is fringed by some of the best for walking or playing golf and an active expat beaches in Europe, with a series of islands just offshore community combine to provide near perfect providing pristine blue water and soft white sand. Much of retirement or holiday living. the coastline incorporates the beautiful nature reserve, a perfect place for year-round bird watching. This is Finally, you can really relax here with a slow one of Europe’s last unspoilt coasts and with virtually no pace of life and almost no stress. Portugal has development there are endless beaches to choose from recently been ranked as the third safest and between Faro and the border with Spain. most peaceful country in the world by the 2020 Global Peace Index, which, in this time of Inland there is a great choice for golf enthusiasts with worldwide instability, provides a reassurance several courses including the famous Monte Rei Golf Club, to anyone thinking of investing in this area. 3 Bedroom Duplex Apartment Build Area: 167m² Central Tavira • €375,000 Terraces: 57m² + 18m²

This spacious 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom apartment is ideally situated in a quiet part of central Tavira within a short walking distance to shops, bars and restaurants. The south facing duplex apartment offers well laid out, ample accommodation with 2 large private terraces, a communal pool and garden. There is gated parking with spaces for 2 cars. This is a unique property located in the sought after historic centre of Tavira. 594

New 2 Bedroom Apartments Tavira • €215,000

These stylish, contemporary two bedroom, two bathroom apartments offer luxurious accommodation and high quality finishes. The apartments are light and spacious and have good outside spaces. Situated in a quiet residential area of Tavira they are within walking distance of the town centre. All apartments have air conditioning installed and an allocated garage space. Completion is due at the end of January 2021. 4 Bedroom Quinta Style Villa Build Area: 335m² with Pool • Loulé • €825,000 Total Land: 5,040m²

This well maintained Portuguese style quinta is located on a quiet country hillside within well tended grounds just five minutes from Loulé. Set over two floors the property is spacious and comfortable with ample kitchen and living areas. A covered terrace runs the length of the living room with steps leading up to a pool with pergola, BBQ and plenty of space for al fresco dining. A tennis court sits at the top of the plot with views over the garden filled with flowering shrubs and fruit trees. 474

3 Bedroom Villas under construction Build Area: 168 m² to 200m² • €825,000 Terraces: 104m² to 124m² Luz de Tavira Plot size: 354m² to 537m²

These contemporary, luxury detached villas currently under construction will have 3 en-suite bedrooms and open plan living areas. The construction and finishing are high quality and each villla will have a private garden, terraces on each level and a private pool. The villas overlook the Ria Formosa nature park and coast. 3 Bedroom Villas with sea views Build Area: 268 m² Santa Catarina • €845,000 Land size: 12,458m²

This contemporary south facing 3 bedroom villa sits in an elevated location in the countryside of Santa Catarina and boasts wonderful panoramic views of the coastline. Well constructed with quality fixtures and fittings the property has both spacious and comfortable living space as well as extensive terrace areas for outdoor eating and relaxing amidst a well maintained garden. Set in a private location just minutes from Tavira. 3 Bedroom Townhouse with pool Build Area: 181 m² Tavira • €410,000 Roof Terrace: 60m²

This 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom townhouse is part of a desirable condominium with communal garden and pool located within a short walk to Tavira centre. Set over 2 floors the property has a new modern kitchen and a large private roof terrace with spectacular south facing views over Tavira and the coastline. The property also has varandas off all bedrooms, a terrace with access from the living room and a private garage. Traditional Townhouse with original Build Area: 170 m² features • Central Tavira • €398,000 Total Area: 250m²

A rare opportunity to buy a townhouse with original Art Deco features from 1930s in the centre of Tavira. The ground floor has two access doors from the street and could make a sizeable commercial space if wished. Unusually for town centre properties there is an attractive and private tiled terrace and courtyard, accessible from both floors. Some modernisation is required but the house is habitable in its current condition. 4 Bedroom Villa with annex • €735,000 Build Area: 242 m² Quelfes, Moncarapacho Total Area: 1,600m²

This well maintained 4 bedroom villa sits in a quiet corner of an urbanization located between the villages of Estoi and Moncarapacho with easyaccess to both as well as to Olhão. Set in a south orientated landscaped plot with an attractive pool area the property is both practical and comfortable with well thought out living space, 3 bedrooms on the ground floor and master suite with private terrace and views to the sea. Ideal for family holidays the house would also make a desirable permanent residence. Theresa Fernandez | [email protected] | pamgolding.co.za/portugal