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Lovely village house close to many beaches. Large private sunny roof terrace.

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV, stereo
Fridge, oven, stovetop, dishwasher
Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 2102 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

Explore the area

Map
Raposeira, Vila do Bispo, Faro District
  • Popular LocationSalema Beach8 min drive
  • Popular LocationCastelejo Beach10 min drive
  • Popular LocationMartinhal Beach13 min drive
  • AirportFaro (FAO-Faro Intl.)78 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Lovely village house close to many beaches. Large private sunny roof terrace.

Casa Gecko is a modern, two story contemporary holiday house in the heart of the beautiful village of Raposeira, West Algarve. Situated in the famous Costa Vicentina National Park, Casa Gecko is just a few minutes from several spectacular beaches, local restaurants, cafes and other amenities.

Casa Gecko is a very spacious, fully equipped one bedroom modern two story house which sleeps two people comfortably.Guests staying in Casa Gecko will get a real taste of traditional Algarvean Village life and also enjoy a bit of luxury during their stay.


Guests staying at Casa Gecko wake up and step straight out through patio doors from the upstairs double bedroom onto the beautiful private south facing roof terrace, enjoying wonderful views over the open countryside and village rooftops.

The roof terrace comes complete with a large Weber BBQ and luxury garden furniture which allows guests to relax in real comfort.The open plan modern kitchen and dining area is fully equipped and includes a large fridge freezer, hob/oven, dishwasher, washing machine, pod coffee machine and ample dining space.

The spacious open plan living area features a large LED smart TV connected to the house’s high speed fibre optic broadband enabling guests to access a large number of channels as well as online entertainment services. The house also includes wireless speakers enabling guests to stream music from their smart phones or other devices.

The house is equipped with several eco wall heaters.

The upstairs double bedroom has plenty of storage space including a fitted wardrobe. The double bed features an LED head board and deluxe memory foam mattress.

Casa Gecko has a large upstairs bathroom (with shower, bath, sink, bidet and WC) and also an additional downstairs WC with sink.

Due to the traditional layout of the village, guests are advised to park in the main square and make the short walk through the winding streets to the property. It is possible to drive up to the front door of the house in order to drop off luggage, but please be aware that the streets are very narrow. We think that this is a small price to pay for waking up to fresh air and bird song rather than fumes and traffic noise.

Property manager

Callum and Zoë McCutcheon

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Barbecue

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: non-smoking only

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • In a rural location
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 1098 sq ft (102 sq m)
  • Property does not allow children

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed
Note from host: pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

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
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Vila do Bispo

Located in Vila do Bispo, this holiday home is in a rural area and by the sea. While the natural beauty of Porto de Mos Beach and Dona Ana Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Lagos Marina. Wavesensations - Sagres Surf School & Camp and Carrapateira Land & Sea Museum are also worth visiting. Snorkelling and windsurfing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and mountain biking nearby.
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What's nearby

  • Hermitage of Our Lady of Guadalupe - 7 min drive
  • Salema Beach - 8 min drive
  • Castelejo Beach - 10 min drive
  • Martinhal Beach - 13 min drive
  • Burgau Beach - 20 min drive

Getting around

  • Lagos Station - 30 min drive
  • Portimao (PRM) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • Café Rodrigues - 3 min walk
  • Café Rui - 2 min drive
  • Restaurante O Palheiro - 2 min drive
  • Convívio - 2 min drive
  • Pesqueiro Novo - 2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lovely village house close to many beaches. Large private sunny roof terrace. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lovely village house close to many beaches. Large private sunny roof terrace. ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lovely village house close to many beaches. Large private sunny roof terrace. ?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Lovely village house close to many beaches. Large private sunny roof terrace. located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Nossa Senhora de Guadalupe Chapel, Hermitage of Our Lady of Guadalupe and Zavial Beach. Ingrina Beach is 3 mi (4.9 km) away.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Tricia M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing week in unspoilt area of Algarve
The property was as described and had all the necessary facilities, including some very sharp knives! We even had our towels changed unnecessarily on the penultimate day of our stay. Raposeira is a pleasant village within a 10 minute drive of Zavial and Ingrina-both with delightful beaches. The only downside was the night time cacophony of dog barking !
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Just wonderful
We arrived in the village to be met by Sylvester a great character so very helpful. On entering this wonderful Portuguese cottage that has been renovated to a very high standard, so clean, fresh and homely with a very comfortable bed, thank you. We had an amazing week next time it will have to be two weeks. Thank you for a super holiday
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018

8/10 Good

Lucie H.

Un très beau séjour!
Nous avons passé 8 jours très agréable dans cette petite maison. Propre et bien équipée! Le BBQ sur la terrasse tout comme la terrasse elle même sont des atouts précieux! La salle de bain est petite mais la douche est satisfaisante. Bon matelas (draps usés qui ont fait leur temps...) Cuisine très bien équipée. Épicerie tout près. Merci aux propriétaires qui, malgré la distance ont répondu rapidement à nos demandes et ont été très accommodants! Nous recommandons sans réserve!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2018

10/10 Excellent

John C.

Beautifully presented accommodation in a village setting in close proximity to stunning beaches
This was our first experience with HomeAway and with Portugal. We were met by Sylvester who met us in the square where there was a well stocked convenience store and we walked 4 minutes to the house up cobble stoned streets it was very secure and was beautifully led out for open plan living, the kitchen had everything we needed and was very well stocked with kitchen utensils. The living area was very comfortable and we enjoyed the blue tooth sound system and the internet access. There was also a television but the sunsets from the terrace upstairs meant we did not use this facility. If visited in Winter there is an enclosed fire which would be ample for the house.There was also a downstairs toilet. Upstairs there is an ample double bedroom with patio doors to a large terrace and barbecue area with beautiful views over the Algarve countryside. The bed was very comfortable and the blackout curtains gave you the option to sleep as long as you wished. This accommodation is Portuguese village living and was quiet with the sound of birdsong in the morning and the locals going about their business throughout the day. The decor throughout the house was immaculate and tiled flooring beautiful and everything was exceptionally clean. At every socket was a UK plug adapter and we did not find anything lacking to detract from our stay. Casa Gecko is an exceptional property with an authentic rural Portuguese character. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and it certainly exceeded our expectations. Thank you Callum and Zoé for letting us HomeAway here.

10/10 Excellent

Ann-Marie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful lovely area and amazing caring hosts
We wanna say thanks for this nice house in Raposeira. We had a great time with wonderful weather, many treamandous moments and impressions (we really enjoyed the roof top with grill and the beaches in the near to the house). At the beginning of the holidays we got a lot of informations about the house and zhe area (restaurants, supermarkets and so on). The furnishing of the house is really great and during our stay, there have been a cleaning team in the house. They made a fantastic job and the communication with the hosts about that was really good. Thanks to the hosts for their kindness and enormously engagement, that allow us having one of our best journeys till today. We will let casa Gecko in our heart and are very thankful. The hosts were reachable at every time you need and so sympathic.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice accomodation close to beautiful beaches
Very nice little house perfectly situated in the very southwest of Algarve/Portugal - we had a very relaxed stay and would return any time!
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Riccardo W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Kleines Fischerdorf in traumhaft schöner Region.
Es war alles wie beschrieben.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Super Lage zu den besten Stränden
Unsere Wohnung in Raposeira entsprach genau der Beschreibung. Der Check-in Vorgang war problemlos. Wir hatten jederzeit einen Ansprechpartner vor Ort. Besonders gefallen hat uns die Lage - Raposeira ist ein kleiner Vorort von Vila do Bispo, wir konnten fußläufig das Wichtigste einkaufen und in Vila do Bispo hat man sowieso alles, was man braucht. Die Lage zu den westlichen Stränden ist ideal, außerdem zum Cabo de S. Vicente und auch zu einigen südlich gelegenen Stränden. Wir hatten eine tolle Zeit!
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gonzalo G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Genial
Muy cómoda todo y con todo lo necesario
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mara M., Frankfurt

Liked: Cleanliness
Tolle Unterkunft
Wir haben eine schöne Woche in dem tollen Appartment verbracht. Die Ausstattung ist super, die Wohnung war sauber und die Kommunikation sowie der Check-In waren hervorragend. Die Lage ist toll. Zu den schönen Stränden sind es nur wenige Autominuten. Wir werden bestimmt wieder kommen.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021