Vale do Lobo 3 Bed for Rent

November 24th, 2011

New to Sunboundvillas.com for 2012 is this top of the range villa in Vale do Lobo.  Located in the recently built  Margarida zone, this property enjoys beautiful golf views.  It is a short drive to the sandy beaches, bars and restaurants at the Praca. Designed and furnished to the highest standard, this light filled villa would appeal to the most discerning holiday maker.

3 Bed Villa in Vale do Lobo

Accommodation comprises of a large open-plan living area with dining table, satellite TV, DVD and CD player. The contemporary kitchen is off the living room and has all of the modern conveniences you would expect from a property of this quality.

Sleeping accommodation comprises of two large double bedrooms, each with en-suite bathroom. The third bedroom is a large twin and features a Plasma TV and en-suite bathroom.

Outside there is a private pool which can be heated against an extra charge. There are plenty of terraces to relax in the sun or shade whilst enjoying the beautiful views. The barbeque is perfect for alfresco dining during those long summer evenings.

The resort of Vale do Lobo has plenty of amenities for all ages; a gym, spa, Funzone, Kid’s Club, communal pools, a Tennis Academy, Golf courses and much more.

6 Bed Dunas Douradas Villa for Rent

November 9th, 2011

New to Sunboundvillas.com is this refurbished 6 bedroom villa located in the popular Dunas Douradas resort.  This top of the range holiday rental is located within easy walking distance of Dunas Douradas beach.  Vale do Lobo Praça with it’s bars, restaurants and shops is a five minute drive. Guests of this property have full access to the communal facilities within Dunas Douradas including children’s pool, communal pool, tennis courts (payable locally), restaurant, snack bar and mini-market.

The villa is spacious and can accommodate up to 12 people comfortably. The split level dining/living room features plasma TV, a DVD player and music system.  The refurbished kitchen is fully equipped with all modern conveniences.  Sleeping accommodation comprises of three double bedrooms (two with en-suite bathrooms and three twin bedrooms (with en-suite bathrooms).

Outside the large kidney shaped pool can be heated against an extra charge.  The garden is mainly laid to lawn with mature plants and shrubs.  There is plenty of garden furniture to relax in the sun or shade.

6 Bed Villa in Dunas Douradas Algarve

Guests of this property can also use the bars and restaurants of the nearby Dunas Douradas Beach Club.  Use of the kid’s club and gym is available at an extra charge.  Golf discounts can be arranged on request.

Quinta do Lago holiday guide

November 7th, 2011

Quinta do Lago is a luxury resort located 20 minutes from Faro airport in the Algarve. The 2,000 acre estate features some of the most expensive real estate in Portugal.  It is no surprise then that it is a hotspot for celebrities seeking an exclusive holiday.  Visitors can rub shoulders with the Beckhams, Madonna and even Princess Caroline.  Quinta do Lago was the European base for the former Formula One racing legend Ayrton Senna. The street ‘Ayrton Senna Drive’ in the resort is named after him.

The estate is made up of many resorts and private villas. The resorts (Vilar do Golf, Monte da Quinta, The Four Seaons Fairways and Country Club, Vale dos Pinheiros, Victory Village, Pinheiros Altos, Encosta do Lago) stretch from the beach to the entrance at the Quinta do Lago Plaza.

Golf is the sport of choice for most visitors to the area. There are four golf courses within Quinta do Lago;  The North Course,  San Lorenzo, The South Course and Laranjal. Each course is rated among the Top 25 in Europe.  The South Course has held the Portuguese Open Championship eight times.  All courses are open to members and visitors with various competitions held throughout the year. San Lorenzo is rated the second best golf course in Europe.

Tennis enthusiasts are also well catered for with the Jimmy Stewart Tennis Academy. The academy uses 11 courts throughout Quinta do Lago.  The main courts are located at the Vilar do Golf roundabout.

The Quinta do Lago lake lies in the centre of the estate. The salt water lake is ideal for swimming and water sports.  Some of the activities on offer include wind surfing, canoeing and diving.  Lessons are also available for all the family.

The beach is accessed via a wooden walkway from the car park. Here you will find miles of golden sand surrounded by the Ria Formosa.  There is a huge variety of sports available on the beach as well as a fish restaurant ‘Gigi’s’.  Sun loungers and umbrellas are available to hire throughout the summer.

Foodies are well catered for in Quinta do Lago.  Each resort generally has it’s own bar and restaurant open to the public as well as guests.  For the widest selection of restaurants within the resort head to the Quinta do Lago Plaza. Located at the entrance to the estate you will find a number of restaurants and bars to suit every taste and budget. This is also the location of the supermarket and a number of designer boutiques.

There is a huge range of holiday rental accommodation available within the resort ranging from one bed apartments for €900 per week in high season to luxury six bedroom villas for €10,000+.  The most popular luxury villas tend to be in the Parque Atlantico area which is near the beach. This is considered the most prestigious area within the resort.  Villas on Ayrton Senna Drive are also popular due to the proximity to the Quinta do Lago Plaza. Popular budget options include Monte da Quinta suites, Victory village apartments and townhouses within the Vale dos Pinheiros resort.

Vale do Lobo holiday guide

November 7th, 2011

Vale do Lobo is one of the Algarve’s most popular family holiday destinations attracting 750,000 holiday makers every year. It is located 20 minutes from Faro airport in an area known as The Golden Triangle.  It is the largest luxury resort in the Algarve and offers self-catering apartments and villas as well as The Dona Filipa Hotel.  Built in 1962 it was the first resort of it’s kind in Portugal.

Today it is the largest luxury resort in the Algarve with over 1500 apartments and villas.  10% of these are owned by permanent residents.  Most of the remainder are available for holiday rental all year round.

There are two famous golf courses within Vale do Lobo, the Royal and the Ocean (both 18 hole).  Both offer regular competitions and tournaments for members and visitors.

Vale do Lobo is also home to one of the largest tennis facilities in Portugal.  The Tennis Academy hosts a range of national and international fixtures each year including The Grand Champions. The coaching team is led by  Pedro Frazão who was one of Portugal’s leading professional tennis players.

As a family friendly resort there are many activities available to keep the younger visitors entertained.  The Kangaroo Club is available for children aged from 6 months to 12 years. It offers a wide range of indoor and outdoor activities including mini-golf, bouncy castles and more.  For older children there is FunZone offering gaming and internet facilities.

There are 15 bars and restaurants in Vale do Lobo. Most are located beside the beach in an area known as the Praça. The Praça comes alive at night with entertainment for all the family. In high season it is advisable to book the restaurants at the Praça in advance.

Vale do Lobo has it’s own beach with 2 kilometres of golden sand against a back drop of ochre cliffs. Umbrellas and sun loungers are available to hire on a daily basis but most of the locals just bring a towel or their own deck chairs.

The majority of properties in the resort have their own private pool.  There are three communal pools in Vale do Lobo, one is located at the Praça, the other at the Tennis Academy and the third at Barringtons. Daily or weekly passes must be purchased prior to admittance.

Other facilities within the resort include a supermarket, medical centre, gym, spa and newsagent. The nearest town is Almancil which is five minutes drive away. In Almancil you will find a larger supermarket as well as many restaurants, shops and bars to suit every taste and budget. The famous Quinta do Lago resort is also five minutes away by car. Quinta do Lago Plaza has a host of upmarket boutiques and restaurants. If you are looking to book villas or apartments for a holiday you can find a selection of over 500 properties to rent at Sunboundvillas

Premium Quinta do Lago villa for Rent

November 2nd, 2011

New to Sunboundvillas.com for 2012, is viagra stunning five bedroom villa within the popular Quinta do Lago resort. Located on Rua das Palmeiras, this property enjoys stunning views of the Ria Formosa and sea.  Quinta do Lago Plaza with it’s bars, restaurants and shops is a few minutes drive away.

Premium villa in Quinta do Lago

This contemporary villa has everything you would expect from a top of the range luxury villa including air-conditioning, pool heating,  plasma TV’s and electric shutters.  The state of the art kitchen has every conceivable modern convenience.  Each of the five bedrooms is spacious and beautifully decorated. All have en-suite bathrooms.

Outside there are huge terraces located on the ground and first floors to take advantage of the views. The generous sized pool can be heated against an extra charge of €400 per week.  The terraces are surrounded by perfectly manicured lawns.

This Quinta do Lago villa is the perfect holiday rental for families or couples. Sunboundvillas.com  offer golf discounts on local courses.

Quinta do Lago Villa for Rent

Monte da Quinta Special Offers

October 19th, 2011

Sunboundvillas is delighted to offer these early booking discounts on Monte da Quinta holiday rentals for 2012.

Monte da Quinta Suites

Book your 2012 holiday before the 29/02/2012 and receive 30% discount for stays between the 01/04/2012 and 31/10/2012

Monte da Quinta Townhouses

Book your 2012 holiday before the 29/02/2012 and receive 20% discount for stays between the 1/04/2012 and 31/10/2012

Monte da Quinta 4 Bed Villas

Book your 2012 holiday before the 29/02/2012 and receive 20% discount for stays between the 1/04/2012 and 31/10/2012

Kid’s World Offer

Two free half days from 14.00 to 18.00 for first child for stays of seven nights or more. Second child receives a 20% discount for stays from the 1/10/2011 – 31/10/2011. Pre-booking is required.

Monte da Quinta Resort

Fabulous Valverde Villa Rental

October 19th, 2011

New for 2012 is this top of the range 4 bedroom villa located in the popular Valverde resort, just a few minutes’ drive from Quinta do Lago Plaza with it’s bars, restaurants and shops. There are also many restaurants within the resort itself including the very popular Florian’s Restaurant.

Entrance to this luxury villa is via electronic gates leading to a cobbled driveway. A few steps take you to the grand entrance porch complete with double pillars.

The villa sleeps 8 comfortably. Sleeping accommodation comprises of one double bedroom and three twin beds, each with en-suite bathrooms.

Outside the large private pool can be heated against an extra charge. There are plenty of sun terraces surrounded by lawned gardens.  The built-in barbeque is under a terrace perfect for alfresco dining.

Valverde Villa Rental

Deluxe 5 Bed Villa near Quinta do Lago

September 30th, 2011

New for 2010 is this stunning 5 bed villa for holiday rental. Located just a few minutes drive from Almancil and Quinta do Lago this magnificent property leaves nothing to be desired.  Originally a XVIIIth century ruin, this villa has been renovated, rebuilt and extended over the last 10 years.

Majestically nestled in almost 10,000m2 of entirely landscaped gardens offering a huge variety of exotic plants and shrubs. There are plenty of areas to relax in the sun or enjoy the tranquillity of the shade.

The house itself offers plenty of character with a mix of antique and modern art as well as many original works of art.  The stunning kitchen is Provençale in style and offers all modern conveniences. The extra large living room features a gothic ceiling, screening room, dining area and music room.

Sleeping accommodation in this deluxe villa comprises of a very spacious master bedroom with en-suite dressing room and extra large jacuzzi bathtub. On the first floor there are two large double bedrooms sharing an en-suite bathroom and a terrace with a beautiful sea view. The guest wing is located on the first floor and comprises one very large room with fire place, flat screen TV, DVD and en-suite Moroccan style bathroom. This bedroom features two balconies with stunning views. On the ground floor of this wing there is a further bedroom (Japanese style) with en-suite bathroom and wooden floor.

Outside the beautifully landscaped garden surrounds the pool and offers many areas to sit in the sun or shade. The spacious pool house lends itself to extra sleeping accommodation if needed.

Deluxe 5 bed villa for rent

Vale do Lobo Villa beside the Praca

September 20th, 2011

This stunning 5 bed villa with sea views has been recently refurbished to a very high standard. Conveniently located just a few minutes walk to the Praca at Vale do Lobo with its’ bars, restaurants and shops.

Accommodation comprises of 5 spacious bedrooms (3 double and two twin) that sleep 10 comfortably.  The spacious living room is beautifully furnished and features a fireplace, plenty of comfortable seating and Sky TV.

Outside there is a private pool (heated against an extra charge) and plenty of garden furniture.  A gas barbeque and shaded dining area lends itself to alfresco dining.

5 Bed villa Vale do Lobo

This Vale do Lobo holiday rental is perfect for golfers or families. Cots, highchairs and extra beds can be provided upon request.  Golf discounts are available for the courses at Vale do Lobo and Quinta do Lago.

Vale do Lobo 5 Bed Villa for Rent

Dunas Douradas Beach Club Special Offer

September 20th, 2011

Book your Dunas Douradas Beach Club holiday and receive free airport transfer for up 8 people. Stay for more than 5 days and receive free return transfers. This exclusive offer is only available to Sunboundvillas.com customers.

Dunas Douradas Beach Club is located right on the beach front beside Vale do Lobo and beside the original Dunas Douradas resort.  Each apartment is designed and furnished to a 5 star luxury standard. All ground floor apartments are equipped with large terraces, whirlpools, barbeques and more.  Some first floor apartments have whirlpools and all have roof terraces with stunning view and barbeques. Perfect for alfresco dining!

All guests have access to the facilities including kid’s club, indoor and outdoor pools, restaurant, bar, gym and spa.  There are 5 championship golf courses within 7 kilometres of the resort, including the famous Quinta do Lago North course and Vale do Lobo’s Royal.  There is a huge variety of restaurants within the area catering for every taste and budget.

Dunas Douradas Beach Club apartments and villas for rental