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Wonderful house Built To Excellent Standards in the heart of Olhao.

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Beach
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Marina
Terrace/patio
Smart TV, books

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 260 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Wonderful house Built To Excellent Standards in the heart of Olhao.

During its tasteful renovation project in 2003, Casa Da Esquinha was transformed into a modern 'upside down house'. The en-suite air conditioned bedroom is located on the ground floor, keeping it cool in the summer and warm in the winter. The open plan living room and kitchen are on the first floor with convenient large french style windows opening onto the sun drenched terrace with BBQ and outside dining. This south facing property benefits from the abundant Algarve sunshine all year round. The upper roof terrace is an added bonus and a great place to sip a glass of wine or a beer and top up your tan! Wi Fi is provided at no extra cost! I recommend bringing a tablet or large phone to enable you to watch all your favourite channels. All the attractions that entice holiday makers to Olhao are on the door step. The sea is about 100 metres away as are the famous markets. The restaurants, coffee shops and bars are literally just around the corner, in fact, as everything is so convenient, you may decide that you do not need a car. Please note, like the vast majority of Olhao townhouses, the stairs are narrow and steep, though not plentiful. Although acceptable to most people, please consider this if you have any fitness or injury concerns.

Property manager

Neil Dawson

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 9 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Boat
  • Golf
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Recycling
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 646 square feet
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 9 kg per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: pet on request

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number 108785/AL

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Map
Olhão, Faro District

What's nearby

  • Olhao Municipal Market - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Ria Formosa Natural Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Olhao Harbour - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Parque Natural da Ria Formosa - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Praia da Armona-Ria - 47 min drive - 3.5 km

Getting around

  • Faro Station - 27 min drive
  • Faro (FAO-Faro Intl.) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪le Panorama tapas bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Cestaria - Bistro de Artesão - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Esquina da Baixa - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Prazeres - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Cais Club - ‬2 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Wonderful house Built To Excellent Standards in the heart of Olhao. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Wonderful house Built To Excellent Standards in the heart of Olhao.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Wonderful house Built To Excellent Standards in the heart of Olhao.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Wonderful house Built To Excellent Standards in the heart of Olhao. located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Olhao Municipal Market and Olhao Harbour. Ria Formosa Natural Park and Parque Natural da Ria Formosa are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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Wonderful house Built To Excellent Standards in the heart of Olhao. Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 69 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 69 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 69 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 69 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 69 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lynsey W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely stay in a great location

Super location, perfect for eating out, cooking in, bars and beaches
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Fiona B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Holiday

We had a fantastic stay in Ohlao. The apartment was just what we expected and the location was excellent.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jorge B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Olhão

Perfect place for a nice holiday on one of the best places of Algarve. Great place
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Rose R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous location

A wonderful experience set in the old streets of Olhau, yet so close to everything.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

LES M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice Place to Stay

Nice house in the old part of town near the the sea. Would stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Michael C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very good

Lovely property , location ideal and the two terraces a real bonus.
Stayed 11 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pedro L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

100m from municipal market (awesome place for fish, meat and vegetables), a beautiful building, and 300m from ferry to Armona, Culatra and Farol islands, great beaches. ONLY downside is the lack of AC on top floor.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Francis K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Winter Get Away

Lovely little apartment in the heart of Olhao. Everything was in walking distance, lots of restaurants, shopping & very relaxing. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 46 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

gary m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing place

Lovely old house in a perfect position for everything- markets ferries supermarket etc. well equipped - nice roof terrace! Would go again !
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jacquie T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

An absolute jewel in the centre of Olhao.

This lovely renovated fisherman's house is absolutely perfect for a winter stay.With the balcony off the lounge and the rooftop terrace you are guaranteed sun all day.We stayed for the winter so were very happy. The location is brilliant, everything is on your doorstep, including a 3 minute walk to Pingo Doce, the nearest supermarket. If you are any way infirm you need to speak with Neil before booking as the stairs are quite narrow and steep, my husband is 70 and had no problem. We had plenty of hot water when showering and the WiFi was excellent for streaming the tv. The equipment was great, but, if you intend cooking a lot, be aware there is no oven. We made do with the microwave and hob and obviously there are some fantastic restaurants to eat out at or for deliveries. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 140 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely stay

We had a lovely stay in this quaint townhouse last week. It has everything you need for a comfortable and relaxing holiday. It’s so close to the restaurants, bars, waterfront and ferries to the beautiful islands. The communication with the owner prior to travelling was prompt and very helpful and we had no issues during our stay. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

our stay in Olhao

Neil's place is is easy to find, centrally located, has all the facilities you would need. We particularly like Olhao, the terrace off the kitchen/lounge was particularly pleasant for an early morning coffee. The roof terrace ideal for relaxing. The only challenge is the stairs that could prove difficult for someone less able.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paula J.

Lovely townhouse

A comfortable, well equipped, clean townhouse in a convenient location in Olhao. Would fully recommend as an ideal place to stay home from home.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2018

8/10 Good

Sue G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great week in this property

Property very clean ,local manager Ze very helpful ,friendly and efficient. Great location, handy for everything. A high scale street map is available for free at the Tourist Information Centre which is really helpful for exploring Olhao. Would definitely stay at this property again.

10/10 Excellent

Alanah J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute home in historical center

I recently stayed in this lovely home in the historical center of Olhão, and it was a great experience. The apartment was nicely decorated, with traditional Portuguese style, making it feel very cozy. The location was perfect—just a short walk to the waterfront, local markets, and some amazing restaurants. I enjoyed wandering the narrow streets filled with colorful buildings and finding hidden gems. The host was very welcoming and They were easy to communicate with and always ready to help. Overall, this rental was comfortable, convenient, and charming. I highly recommend it for anyone wanting to explore Olhão!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa L.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice location & interesting architecture

Great location, perfect for sunny days on the multiple level roof terrasse. Walking distance to fish market and more. One note : the AC is only the master bedroom/bathroom .
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely authentic property in a quiet back street a few steps from the centre of the town.

Great break away. Refreshing Aircon in bedroom. Lovely balcony and separate sun roof terrace. Home from home comfort. Central to ferry, restaurants, shops and train station. Delightful house full of charm.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

DONNA M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Another great stay

This is our 4th time staying in this property. Very clean and suitable for 2 people to have a comfortable stay. Small patio on 2nd floor and a wondeful roof top terrace that gets the sun all day. Situated in a quite cobbled street only minutes away from the sea front and amazing restaurants. Less than 10 min stroll gets you to the train/bus station should you want to visit other towns and to the boat that can take you to a few islands. We will be back .
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Graham E.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The best nights sleep

Perfect location in the heart of restaurants, cafes and shops, just a few steps from the sea front. Excellent and thorough communication with vendor, supported by a manager. A few tips for cleaning: floor needs a good mop and once in a while a deep clean ie shower, all surfaces. Very dusty and sandy floor but very nice historic building.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

4/10 Poor

bob hallewell

Liked: Communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy

The house is not for everyone.

Good location.good kitchen/livingroom. Bedroom damp on arrival,still.damp on departure.stair cases were mentioned as being steep and narrow.until you have to use them you realise that they are very difficult to climb on all 3 levels.all outside balconies had flakey paintwork which could have been easily and cheaply done before our arrival.no handrail on the top staircase to the roof terrace a small folding table and chairs on the roof terracewould improve the area,you have nowhere to sit on the roof terrace only sunbeds.if you have any mobility problems i would not recomend this house.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

2/10 Terrible

Rosemary D.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

a poor choice

There was no shade on a very small balcony, not even a sun brolly and the sun was on the balcony all day. The sun brolly on the roof terrace was not in a position that could offer any shade and was fixed to the wall and so could not be moved to a better position.There was no comfortable seating on the balcony.Shower did not drain. hanging space was only in the cleaning cupboard. Whole pace in need of serious refurbishment. We know Olhao really well and this house was a huge disappointment.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

John H.

Well equipped and excellent location

We have been to Olhão before but stayed in a hotel. We wanted to make use of the wonderful produce in the markets and so decided to rent. Neil's house is brilliantly located just round the corner from the markets and so it was easy to shop for fresh food as and when required. We made full use of the cooking facilities including a great outside barbecue. The house is full of character with its traditional brick ceilings on the ground floor. A comfortable living and cooking area on the 1st and a spacious roof terrace. As it said in the description of the property the stairs are quite tight and steep but if you are careful and take your time they are no problem. The wifi was very good and there was plenty of hot water. There was a good selection of basic necessities either provided by Neil or left by previous tenants which was welcome as we didn't have to start shopping straight away. The only thing I would like to see improved is more and better space for hanging clothes. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would have no hesitation in renting the house again.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Dirk P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Dachterrasse & Co.

Das Haus ist alt, aber herzlich. Die enge Treppe zum Küchen-und Wohnbereich muss man mögen, aber dafür gibt es dann einen tollen Balkon und eine Dachterrasse. Die Einrichtung ist zweckmäßig, es wurde an alles gedacht. Allerdings empfehlen wir, das Haus nur zu zweit zu nutzen, da es nur ein Badezimmer abgehend vom Schlafzimmer gibt. Ansonsten ist man Mitte drin im Ortsgeschehen in hat absolut kurze Wege, zur Markthalle, zum Flanieren und zum Hafen. Man kann überall gut es, allerdings hat es uns am besten im Hafengebiet bei Paixe&Pao gefallen. Ursprünglich, freundlich und nicht so hektisch und laut, wie bei vielen Restaurants an der Promenade. Parken ist entgeltlich möglich (Hochsaison), in der Nebensaison gibt es auch noch kostenlose Parkplätze im Hafengebiet. Leider gibt es dort auch immer wieder aufdringliche Parkplatzanweiser. Wir haben hier eine schöne Zeit verbracht und würden die Unterkunft aufgrund der Lage wieder buchen. Die Kommunikation mit dem Vermieteter klappte einwandfrei. Neil hat uns eine sehr gute Einführung übermittelt.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Pauline B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Vacances

La maison très bien située, beau et agréable rooftop. Propriétaire très aimable et serviable. L’annonce indique un bain à remous ce qui en réalité n’est pas le cas. La propreté du logement laisse vraiment à désirer … Et la literie n’est pas confortable.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Ana Belén R.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bien

Buena estancia
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024