Overlooking the Monchique Mountains and River Arade, this charming penthouse apartment in Calvario offers a private 90 sq metre roof terrace perfect for rooftop barbecues or unwinding with a glass of wine. Enjoy fibre-optic internet access, air-conditioning units that are also heaters, and recommendations for excursions and restaurants within the property.
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9.29.2 out of 10
Wonderful
Entire apartment
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4135 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
Outdoor space
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About this property
Penthouse apartment with stunning private roof terrace, river and mountain view
This lovely penthouse 2 bedroom apartment, sleeping up to 4, has internal finishes of the highest quality, on the edge of the village of Calvario. It has a sunny and private 90 sq metre roof terrace overlooking open countryside, with panoramic views of the Monchique Mountains, River Arade and the town of Portimao. Within 4 km of the apartment there are many beautiful sandy beaches, golf courses, a choice of marinas (for boat trips and water sports), Slide & Splash waterpark, the picturesque fishing village of Ferragudo, and bustling Portimao town, catering for all holiday needs. Historical Silves with Moorish Castle is only 10 km away. Drive inland 30 minutes to the Monchique mountain range for breathtaking views of Western Algarve. Enjoy rooftop barbecues with family, relax with a glass of wine savouring the spectacular sunsets, or follow the flight of a stork to its chimney nest nearby! With so much to do on your doorstep, you can be as active or as lazy as you wish...
Further Notes: A no-smoking policy applies inside the property. For winter: air-conditioning units are also heaters, and there is a functional wood-burning fire to keep you cosy during the chilly winter evenings. Fibre-optic internet access (wireless broadband). Recommendations, leaflets and information on excursions, sports facilities, restaurants etc. are to be found in the apartment.
Some More Helpful Hints: Beaches Praia Grande, Molhe, Pintadinho, Praia da Rocha, Praia do Vao, Alvor are within a 10-15 min. drive. Ferragudo offers a water sports centre (water skiing/jet skiing/windsurfing). Supermarkets, banks and cash points in nearby Parchal, Lagoa and Ferragudo. Public swimming pool also in Lagoa, 3 km. Portimao caters for all needs; tourist information office, banks, pharmacy, wide range of shops and boutiques, bars/restaurants, nightlife, cultural events, new marina; hospital and emergency department 10 min. drive over Arade bridge (N125).
Tennis courts and beach resort Carvoeiro 15 min. drive. Lagos 22 km; Monchique 20 km; West Coast 30 km.
Good bird watching from roof terrace over river/estuary and suspension bridge, and at Alvor - river and estuary. Storks nests on chimneys throughout Portimao/Ferragudo area, visible from the roof terrace
Guest Comments: 'We had a great holiday, enjoyed touring the Algarve area. The apartment was beyond our expectations, the layout and size of the condo was great. The apartment felt like it was home with all the modern conveniences. It was enjoyable to lounge around and make use of the roof terrace. We found the location very central to all areas of the Algarve, we managed to visit most of the little towns within an hours drive each way. The weather was 25 and sunny every day so we had a great vacation. Thank you for allowing us to use your condo and we would recommend the condo to anyone looking to stay in this area.' - Owen and Patt, Ontario, Canada; '... a welcoming comfortable apartment - nicely off the beaten track, but easily within reach of most places.' - Helen and Alastair, Reading, U.K.; 'Enjoyed our stay here; apartment is lovely - everything we expected and more!' - Chris and Graham, Manchester U.K.
Property amenities
Beach
Beach loungers
Beach towels
Internet
Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Car recommended
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee grinder
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1.5 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Bidet
Hair dryer
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Outdoor furniture
Rooftop terrace
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Handrails in stairways
No lift
Tile flooring in public areas
Well-lit path to entrance
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 rural location
In a village
Near a hospital
Near the marina
Things to do
Birdwatching nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Water skiing nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
This property accepts cash
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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 73781/AL
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Located in Lagoa, this apartment is in a rural area and near a water park. Portimão Marina and Marina de Lagos are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Rocha Beach and Carvoeiro Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Algarve International Circuit or Portimão Municipal Stadium. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Lagoa travel guide
Is Penthouse apartment with stunning private roof terrace, river and mountain view pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Penthouse apartment with stunning private roof terrace, river and mountain view?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Penthouse apartment with stunning private roof terrace, river and mountain view?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Penthouse apartment with stunning private roof terrace, river and mountain view?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Penthouse apartment with stunning private roof terrace, river and mountain view located?
Situated in a rural location, this apartment building is within 2 miles (3 km) of Portimão Harbor, Slide and Splash Water Park and Arade Congress Center. Vale da Pinta Pestana Golf and Gramacho Pestana Golf are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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Penthouse apartment with stunning private roof terrace, river and mountain view Reviews
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Loved this accommodation -- everything we expected and more! From our greeting by Suzanne to our departure, we were comfortable, happy, and well-attended.great hospitality!!!
Very nice spacious condo near Portimao which has everything you want.
Great spot for day trips around the Algarve. Close to Lisbon, Spain, Morocco, Gilbraltar.
Our second stay in this property and, as before, we were not disappointed.
Spotlessly clean, extremely well equipped and nicely furnished.
The huge private roof terrace with spectacular views is wonderful.
A car is required for trips to the coast or supermarket shopping but there are nice walks close by and a lovely local shop/cafe and we had some nice meals in the local restaurant.
This was our second stay at this spacious and comfortable apartment. The beds are excellent and the kitchen has pretty much every utensil that one could imagine. The daylight in the living/dining area is wonderful, and heating is good in winter months as well. The property manager is readily available and very helpful. The kitchen appliances all functioned well but are a bit careworn. Parking is readily available, and having a car is essential in our opinion. However, the advantage of being a little off the tourist track is a calm and quiet apartment and neighbourhood.
We had a fabulous stay at this property which has stunning views from it's fantastic private roof terrace. The location, in a residential area, was perfect for us. A car is essential for supermarket trips or sightseeing further afield. The apartment was extremely homely, very well equipped and spotlessly clean and communication with the owners and Suzanne who met us there was first class. We enjoyed walking around the local area and had some nice meals in the restaurant down the road. Ferragudo and Alvor are lovely places to visit in the area. We would highly recommend this property 🙂
Loved staying at this apartment in Estombar! It’s close to everything, and there’s free parking right outside the property. Lucy and Suzanne were very helpful and gave recommendations on where to go and where to eat. I recommend this place !
Overall lovely large apartment, with huge roof terrace. Unfortunately, it's rather cluttered with lots of outdoor furniture dated. Great communication with owner/daughter.
Apartment is exactly as shown and described in details. Facilities were excellent. We enjoyed breakfast and lunch on balcony which was shaded and bbq each evening on the roof terrace. The private roof terrace is very large and excellent for sunbathing and has an electric awning when shade is needed (which it was on many occasions). All the pot plants made it very attractive. There are also plenty of other pot plants on the two terraces and in the hall which we watered. The terrace also has beautiful views. We often saw the storks flying over and you can see their nest on the roundabout from the roof terrace. In fact we saw many stork nests in the area especially on our trip to Monchique in the mountains. We were at the apartment (June 16-July 4) and found many places to visit and lovely sandy beaches. It was very hot one day the shade temperature reached 44C. Supermarkets (a choice of many) are a short drive away. The small supermarket a short walk away is quite well stocked. Judy and Lucy were a pleasure to deal with and Suzanne who met us at the property was also a pleasure to meet and was very friendly and helpful. A very enjoyable holiday.
Era lo que esperabamos. En un lugar tranquilo apartado del centro y sin problemas para aparcar. Destacar la amplia informacion de todo tipo que dejan a disposición del huésped. El apartamento ático es impresionante. Muy grande y muy bien equipado. Para nosotros, dos niñas y el matrimonio es perfecto. No paramos mucho en él pero los desayunos en la terraza del salón de maravilla. La terraza de arriba no la utilizamos aunque tambien está estupenda. Muy buena atención de la señora que nos recibió. Muchas gracias por todo.
Schöne Wohnung mit Super Dachterasse, leider ungünstige Lage
Grosszügige Wohnung mit super ausgestatteter Küche und bequemen Betten.Die Dachterasse ist gross mit schönem Ausblick und gemauertem Grill. Wegen dem Wind konnten wir diese nur eingeschränkt nutzen.Der Aufenthalt auf dem schönen Balkon und der Dachterasse wurde durch den Verkehrslärm und die üblichen bellenden Hunde getrübt.Achtung: die Wohnung hat keinen privaten Parkplatz, man muss das Auto auf der Strasse parken.
Algarve/Estombar - Eine tolle Wohnung und Standort
Ich kann die Wohnung wärmstens empfehlen.
Eine große, gut ausgerüstete und komfortable Wohnung.
Der Standort ist super, da man unweit der Schnellstraße und Autobahn ist. Somit der Nachteil, dass bei offenen Fenster mittelmäßiger Lärm hereindringt. Sind die großen Fensterglasschiebetüren zu, ist kein Lärm zu hören.
Noch zu erwähnen die tolle und große Dachterasse und dazu noch 2 Balkons. Und was mir positiv aufgefallen ist, gegen über anderen Ferienwohnungen, die gut bestückten Haushaltswaren und das vorhandensein von Gewürzen, Putzmittel, etc.
Nous avons passé une très bonne semaine de vacance dans l'appartement. Celui-ci est vraiment très agréable, malheureusement la situation est bruyante (route et chiens), nous qui habitons en pleine campagne, sans bruit, nous avons trouvé ça gênant. Reste que l'appartement est vraiment très bien, propre, fonctionnel, ... Nous recommandons sans soucis.
Die Wohnung ist ein toller Ausgangspunkt, um die Felsalgarve zu entdecken.
Die Wohnung bietet alles, was man sich für einen mehrwöchigen Aufenthalt wünscht. Große Pluspunkte sind die Klimaanlage, die bei hohen Außentemperaturen auch abends uns die Nacht gerettet hat und die große Wohnfläche, wie auch die tolle Dachterasse. Etwas negativ ist, dass die Einrichtung schon etwas in die Jahre gekommen ist und es hier und da etwas sauberer hätte sein könnte. Wer gerne Fernsehen möchte und zahlreiche Deutsche Sender erwartet, sucht vergebens. Es gibt nur einen deutschen Sender (DW-TV).
Appartement fonctionnel, adapté pour une famille avec enfants.
Rien ne manquait, avec sa terrasse et barbecue parfait pour passer d’agréables moments.
Nous reviendrons 😎
Appartement conforme aux photos et hôte très accueillante, je recommande !
L’appartement est idéalement situé (à - de 30min de la majorité des plages de la côte) et l’accueil était très agréable. L’hôte était disponible et réactive pour n’importe quelle question.
First of all, Lucinda is a wonderful, kind and caring person. We get all the information we need and we were even able to check in well before the official check-in time.
Lucinda's place is a fully equipped, super comfortable apartment with a north-facing balcony and a south-facing terrace. the location is great too, quiet but close to Portimao and many beaches. If possible, we will definitely choose this apartment next time.