Villa Xoana

Description

Villa Xoana is a haven of rustic luxury, in a secluded spot just moments from Carvoeiro on the Algarve coast, overlooking the Monchique mountain.

This home provides large scale holiday accommodation, in an airy, lateral bungalow lay out, with a farmhouse feel, finessed with all the hallmarks of luxury. Fourteen guests can be accommodated across seven bedrooms.

A perfect blend of traditional and modern, Villa Xoana is ideal for large families, travelling perhaps with grandparents or a nanny, or a couple of families travelling en masse. The villa has a “homey” feel to it, whilst providing every comfort, in a rural location whilst being a few minutes from the amenities of Carvoeiro.

Guests will enjoy arriving down the country lane to find this green oasis of tranquillity.

The living space is designed for large groups, with high ceilings featuring exposed sloping timber in keeping with the original feel of the villa, with large comfortable sofas. In the traditional style, the walls are very thick, keeping this home cool in the summer and warm in winter.

The dining spaces form part of the open plan living tone of the villa, and create ample opportunity for sociable holidaying within a group. The whole villa has a wonderful informal feel to it, guests will immediately feel at ease, enveloped by the warm Portuguese colours and furnishings.

The kitchen retains the farmhouse feel, whilst having all necessary appliances. There is space for children meals or breakfasts and snacks. The rustic charm runs throughout Villa Xoana with its white washed walls, traditional tile flooring and exposed wooden ceilings.

The bedrooms are all thoughtfully finished, with touches of character: each one has its own subtle colour scheme, both elegant and unimposing with pretty accents of colour, local fabrics and high quality lighting and linens. Guests will enjoy these tranquil rooms; their calm aura sets the scene for a restful break. Canary yellows, sea blues, deep ochres - this home is finished with flair and personality.

The gardens are wonderful; mature lawns surrounded by fragrant flowering plants, palm trees and far reaching country views. Guests will enjoy their morning coffee and fresh local bread on the pretty, shaded veranda area, whilst evening meals will be resplendent for groups, as the sun softens over the mountain view.
The large, open lawn is safe, and offers ample space for the group, whilst the pool is very helpfully fenced off, providing a large sun-deck and lounger area. Guests will particularly enjoy the barbecue, reclining as the sun goes down, with a glass of local wine and grilled catch of the day! There is an outdoor shower, for an added touch of ease.

#### Features
The Villa

Stunning villa with seven bedrooms, at the countryside very near Carvoeiro and its beautiful beaches.This great villa offers the ideal retreat for those seeking tranquillity, space and comfort with peace and quiet. It is only a 3 minutes drive from Carvoeiro.The villa has lovely views at the country side and the Monchique mountain.Villa Xoana is a perfect house to spend your holidays because it offers a very large fenced private swimming pool, surrounded by terraces, lawn and mature gardens.The property sits in a large plot which is fully fenced and gated with plenty of parking. The villa is furnished with Portuguese furniture and the walls are very thick, because of this it stays cool in the summer and warm in the winter. This is why air conditioning is not needed. It has several super markets in less than 1km range.Pets are allowed!

Ground Floor
- Master bedroom, with en-suite bathroom
- Double bedroom, with sofa bed & en-suite bathroom
- Double bedrooms, with en-suite bathrooms
- Double bedroom, with en-suite bathroom
- Twin bedrooms, with en-suite bathrooms
- Dining & living area
- Fully equipped kitchen
- Utility room

Exterior
- Private swimming pool, with Roman steps access (12mx6m, with a depth of 1.9m)
- Barbecue
- Lawn area
- Outdoor dining & furniture
- Parasols
- Poolside shower
- Private Parking
- Sun loungers

#### Location
Villa Xoana is just a few kilometres from Carvoeira, which was formerly a traditional fishing village. Today Carvoeira is a picturesque resort town, situated on the dramatic Algarve coastline which boasts an array of golden beaches. The town retains its traditional small-town feel, full of Algarvean character and charm, it is known for its wonderful beach, Praia de Carvoeiro.
Boat trips to the Benagil Cave is a fantastic activity for the whole family, whilst the surrounding region offers historic towns, hiking trails and ample opportunity for water sports. The coasts and cliffs along the Carvoeira stretch are amongst the most beautiful and dramatic that the Algarve has to offer.
For a day trip, Silves is a delightful, traditional Portuguese town steeped in Algarvean culture and history. Once the ancient capital of Algarve, today Silves is a vibrant tourist town that maintains its original feel.
Silves is both historically intriguing and picturesque; set within Algarve countryside on the banks of slow-flowing Rio Arade river. The town encapsulates a distinctly Algarvean flavour, with open air cafes, cobbled streets and bustling day to day life.
Nowhere gives a greater flavour of everyday life more than a local market - and Silves market which is on six days a week is a hub of Portuguese authentic life! The liveliest day is Saturday, when traders from around the region come to town to set up their stalls in the square.
There really is something for everyone in the Carvoeira region. Golf players or those who love water sports won't be disappointed, whilst culinary enthusiasts can take advantage of the many restaurants offering fresh seafood and other delights. For those who wish to venture further afield, day trips to Albufeira and Loule are worth considering. Boat and coastal tours offer a leisurely pace for exploring
Whether it be pretty historic streets and traditional plazas, a business golfing trip or a culinary adventure, this corner of Southern Portugal has it covered.