Villa Altair is a recently built detached villa which is located in the popular resort of Galé with its lovely sandy beaches. The beach is just 2km away and there is good selection of restaurants within 1km of the villa. The old town of Albufeira just 10 minutes drive away. In addition the Algarve shopping mole is just 6km away near the pretty little village of Guia with the Golf course of Salgados just 2.9Km away. Aquatic Parks, Zoomarine and the Albufeira Marina are also just a short drive away. The property benefits from panoramic sea and coastal views.
Accommodation
The accommodation is on two levels and consists, on the ground floor of entrance hallway leading to the spacious lounge / dining room. Entertainment is provided here with Wide-screen Flat panel TV, a DVD Player and a music centre. From the living room there is a fully fitted kitchen with modern appliances including a dishwasher, washing machine, microwave oven, fridge-freezer, oven and hob. In addition, there is a twin bedroom with en-suite bathroom and a separate toilet on the ground floor. Stairs from the hallway lead up to the first floor landing where there a master double bedrooms having an en-suite bathroom with Jacuzzi bath and access to a spacious balcony which offers sea and coastal views. There are two twin bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms on this level. The villa is furnished and equipped to a high standard throughout and benefits from air-conditioning in all the bedrooms and main living areas, making it ideal for our most discerning clientèle
Double patio doors from the living lead out onto a spacious covered terrace. A second set of patio doors gives access straight to the pool, sun terraces and gardens. The lovely 8m x 5m swimming pool has a ladder and Roman steps for access as well as a poolside shower. The brick built Barbeque and terrace furniture will allow you enjoy true ‘Alfresco’ dining. The villa offers good privacy with hedges surrounding the enclosed plot. The ornamental flower beds, shrubs, trees and lawns make up the well kept pleasant gardens. Being conveniently located within walking distance of the nearest shops and restaurants Villa Altair is ideal for couples and families seeking a quiet relaxing holiday.
Bedrooms & Bathrooms Bedrooms (4), Ensuite (4), WCs (1). Single beds (6), Double beds (1), Sleeps maximum of 8
Kitchen Fully equipped
Cleaning/Linen Linen and towels provided
Outside Balcony / Terrace, Private outdoor pool (unheated), BBQ
Amenities DVD player, Central heating, Air conditioning, TV, Video player, CD player, Dish washer, Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Washing machine
Location Details And Activities
The Algarve If you are looking for a warm winter break, a golfing holiday or a family summer holiday, you have come to the right place. This villa in the Algarve has a private pool and is conveniently located close to the beach, shops and restaurants. The Algarve possesses some of the most beautiful and picturesque beaches that Europe has to offer. It's not only the quality of beaches that impresses; it's the range and diversity. From the vast stretches of golden sand in the east to the beautiful tiny coves near Gale to the grand cliffs soaring above the beaches near Lagos. If you love natural coastline, you'll love the Algarve. The Algarve covers 200km of the Atlantic Ocean coastline, leading from Faro to Portimao, offering large hotels, good holiday resorts, wonderful holiday homes, superb golf courses and many shops and restaurants of all different cuisines. There are 30 Golf courses in the Algarve, opportunities to do almost any activity, areas of amazing culture and heritage and food and drink for everyone’s taste and budget. Albufeira / Gale Albufeira started as a small fishing village is now one of the most well-known holiday resorts on the Algarve. It still holds some of its old charm in the narrow streets and white washed houses in the “old town”, being more traditional with the square, to sit and watch the world pass by and the small bistros and cafes. The “Strip” is in the “new town” of Albufeira, this is where the action happens, and this is more up-dated, modernised area of the town. There are bars, night clubs, hotels and a lot of activities. There is plenty to do for people of all ages.
Coast/Beaches There are over 21 beaches in the Albufeira area. With the fine sand and beautiful turquoise sea. All of the beaches are safe; most of them have tourist or sports facilities on them. Gale: Stretches for miles, between cliffs, has a wide variety of tourist facilities. Castelo: A small cove with natural beauty. Coelha: A small beach between cliffs. Sao Rafael and Vigia: Situated between great rock formations, has tourist facilities. Baleeira: a Broad crescent of sand opposite Albufeira. Albufeira Beach: Long strip along the city, it has three beaches (Peneco, Pescadores and Inatel) Oura, Balaia, Maria Luisa and Olhos de Agua: a series of beaches surrounded by cliffs with tourist and sports facilities. Falesia: endless miles of beach surrounded by cliffs with tourist and sports facilities
Golf There are 3 golf courses near Albufeira, Salgados; this is the symbol of Portuguese golf, testing your skills to the max. It is situated close to the sea, with many lakes, and the sea breeze to interfere your shot. www.salgadosgolf.com. The second is called Pine Cliffs, this is located in Pine Wood, it is a 9-hole, original course overlooking the beaches. Tel: 00351 289 500 300. The third course is Balaia Golf Village a 9 hole course suitable for beginners, Tel: 00351 289 570 442.
Entertainment & Nightlife The main place for night life in Albufeira is along “The Strip”, this is over 3km of bars, restaurants, shops and night-clubs. The strip is not only down one main road, but also leads down some of the back streets, where some of the best bars are hidden. This is the most popular place in Albufeira. A few km out of town, on the way to Villamoura, there is a nightclub called Kadoc; it has 5 dance floors and houses over 7000 people. There is also another big nightclub just out of the town, this has 3 dance floors and plays a large variety of music. If you like something more up-market and quieter there are some nice bars and bistros in the pedestrianised area of the town and also some lovely little bars and restaurants in the old town.
Travel & Distances Albufeira is 40 km west of Faro Airport.
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