Water-front Casa dos Flamingos enjoys panoramic views over Mediterranean gardens all the way down to the quiet waters of the Ria Formosa National Park in the Eastern Algarve, where fisherman moor their colourful boats and flamingos are often seen feeding.

This beautiful property comprises two semi-detached houses each with its own private terrace, garden, and heated pool, so the accommodation on offer is perfect for large get-togethers or 2 families wanting to holiday together but retain some independence. Totalling 500 sq metres, the spacious interiors are elegant yet intimate with masses of light pouring in. Each wing sleeps 6 guests and each bedroom enjoys outstanding sea views. Outside the high season, the two villas can be rented separately (on request).

Casa dos Flamingos is suitable for rentals from March to December and offers a full team of staff who discreetly look after guests every need: this includes a housekeeper and in-house chef (resident at the property) to cater for breakfast and dinner (cost of groceries charged extra) as well as a gardener/boat man.

The Algarve boasts an average of 300 days of sunshine a year and the Ria Formosa Natural Park stretches along 60 km of its coast. Protected from the ocean by barrier-islands and peninsulas, the tidal flats are a sanctuary for more than 200 species of birds. The region is also well known for its wines, oysters, and fresh fish.

The property is set in approximately 4 hectares of land planted with olive and fig trees, umbrella pines, prickly pear trees, lavender, and rosemary, with grounds gently sloping down to the s. Charming grounds invite you to read a book under a shady tree, splash around in the pool and watch the birdlife on the lagoon just below. Alternatively, if you’re feeling energetic, there are waterside running and cycling trails and from the pier, you can try some stand-up paddling or take the villa’s private boat to one of the secluded beaches on the Ria Formosa for a dip in the ocean.

This idyllic and serene setting is located only a 20-minute drive away from Faro International Airport.  You can cycle to the picturesque fisherman’s village of Santa Luzia and the charming old town of Tavira is a short drive away.

WARNING NOTES: Young children need to be supervised as there are unprotected drops from exterior terraces, swimming pool and stair; plus, the land surrounding the property has all the normal hazards of a working farm (wells, tractors, machinery & fences). 

EAST WING

Ground Floor

• Open plan living/dining room (seating 8)
• Contemporary kitchen (equipment includes dishwasher, microwave, kettle, blender, toaster, nespresso machine, espresso machine & bar)
• Twin/double bedroom (2 beds of 90×200 cms that can be set up as a double) with ensuite bathroom
• Guest WC & Shower
• Outdoor dining (seating 6-12) & lounging areas

First Floor

• Double bedroom (bed size 180x200cm) with ensuite bathroom and private terrace
• Double bedroom (bed size 160×200 cms) with ensuite bathroom

WEST WING

Ground Floor

• Living area with library & fireplace (20m2)
• Open plan living/dining room (seating 12)
• Contemporary kitchen (equipment includes dishwasher, microwave, kettle, blender, toaster, nespresso machine, espresso machine & bar)
• Twin/double bedroom (2 beds of 90×200 cms that can be set up as a double) with ensuite bathroom
• Guest WC & Shower
• Outdoor dining (seating 14) & lounging areas

First Floor

• Double bedroom (bed size 180×200 cms) with ensuite bathroom and private terrace
• Double Bedroom (bed size 180×200 cms) with ensuite bathroom

• Household linen changed once a week & twice for bath towels; luxury bathroom products & hairdryers are provided
• Cot & highchair, on request

• Underfloor heating throughout the bedrooms, bathrooms and common areas; air conditioning is available in the bedrooms only; the West Wing is also fitted with ceiling fans
• A safe is available in each of the 6bedrooms
• Smart TV (via internet only) with airplay2 and UE Boom speaker + a collection of dvd’s for guests to connect to the smart tv
• Wi-Fi is available throughout, but mobile connection is intermittent as the villa sits on a low-density area
• There is a wide selection of books available in English and Portuguesefor guests’ enjoyment(including fiction, travel & lifestyle, cooking, architecture & design)
• There are two heated swimming pools: West Wing (size 6x4m & depth 1m), East Wing (6×4 & depth 1,5m to 1,8m); poolside shade & shower, plus sun loungers available; pool towels x 1 p/guest p/week provided, pool heating included
• Barbeque (one in each wing)
• Watersports deck with 2 stand-up paddle-boards & 3 kayaks for guests’ enjoyment(at own risk)
• Outdoor parking area (under the pine trees) with domestic plug-in for Ecars

• Welcome snacks and drinks on arrival

• Daily Housekeeping & Basic cleaning products supplied

• In-house chef to prepare and serve meals (breakfast and dinner) 6 days per week, using locally sourced quality ingredients & healthy options: breakfast & dinner. You may leave the menu plan and wine selection in the hands the chef or, you can get involved in the day-to-day planning; food & ingredients to prepare meals, paid locally

• Beach transfers on the villa’s private boat

• Concierge service to help make all group arrangements, paid locally

• Personal laundry, paid locally
• Personalized bar & wine stock, paid locally

• Private butler, paid locally

• Beach picnic basket, paid locally
• Bike hire, paid locally

• Massages & yoga sessions, paid locally
• Transfers to & from the airport or other destinations, paid locally

• Santa Luzia (fisherman’s village): 15 minutes’ by bike
• Tavira (town with general amenities): 10 kms
• Various golf courses within a range of 20 kms
• Faro Airport: 20 kms
• Vila Real de Santo Antonio/Spanish Border: 21 kms
• Lisbon Airport: 300 kms

July – August

12 guests – €26, 000 per week

June & September

12 guests – €22,000 per week

May & October

12 guests – €20,000 per week

March – April & November – December *

12 guests – €18,000 per week

6 guests – On request

*New Year’s Eve by special request!

• Between May and October the property is only available for exclusive use rentals of both properties together; 6 guests staying at at either West or East Wing during other periods on request; minimum 7 nights rentals with Saturday change overs apply 
• Check-in after 16:00 hours & check-out before 10:00 hours
• No parties for more than full capacity, no pets & strictly no smoking indoors (penalty equal to security deposit)
• Extra services are subject to availability and should be booked well in advance especially in high season; credit cards accepted locally
• Non-refundable rental deposit of 30% required to reserve the property
• Rental balance due 6 weeks prior to start date of rental, not refundable after this date
• Security deposit of 20% to be paid in advance of rental – this amount minus any applicable charges is refundable at the end of the holiday