CASA FRANGIPANI, Quinta da Foz

Tavira - Villa

A superb holiday villa with private pool and a fabulous sun terrace with sea views, located in a peaceful spot close to Tavira Centre. The spacious and richly furnished interior is complemented by poolside patios, sunbeds, a superb alfresco dining spot with an elevated patio - all providing the right ingredients to enjoy outdoor living. A 15 minutes’ walk leads to Tavira town with its array of restaurants and shops, and the boat to the magnificent beach island with its gorgeous, golden sands.

From the main entrance, you are immediately welcomed into the generous open plan living space. Comfortable sofas and armchairs offer a spot for relaxing or watching TV, as the L shaped room meanders towards the dining area and its kitchen, fully equipped and perfect for home catering. The villa design thoughtfully incorporates a ground floor twin bedroom for those who prefer to avoid stairs. Situated on the first floor, the master king sized bedroom is simply stunning, with a large ensuite bathroom and private dressing room. The 2 additional bedrooms (1 double and 1 twin) both enjoy sunny balconies and share a bathroom with bathtub and overhead shower. Outside, attractive paving encircles the villa, edged with succulents and potted plants leading to a lovely spot for shady dining “al fresco” beside the sparkling swimming pool where you can dine or relax, and watch the children splash and play all day. For those wishing to soak up the sun, the rooftop sun terrace with sunbeds and comfy seating provides the best spot for reading and relaxing. At this villa, there are so many secret spots to enjoy privacy, tranquility or family fun and food! A gorgeous family holiday villa close to the town of Tavira.

This is a private accommodation and guests will be able to access all advertised areas and use all advertised facilities. There is 1 bedroom on ground floor, so guest with walking difficulties are well catered for. Parking is available on street directly outside without a charge.

ARRIVING AT THE PROPERTY:
It is our intention to meet you in person at the property on your arrival to deliver the keys and welcome you. Some of our properties have key safety boxes and you will be informed of the code in advance, in which case you may be asked to check in alone and we will make a later courtesy visit at a mutually convenient time.

CHECK-IN TIMES:
Please note check-in times are between 16.00h and 19.00h and we will try to be flexible with arrival times outside of these hours. For early arrivals, it may be possible to offer a “bag drop” facility. For later arrivals, there may be the key safety box facility. If not, and we are required to meet you in person for a late-night check in, the following fees will apply:
19.00 - 22.00h 15€
22.00h - 24.00h 20€
We will ensure that you are well-informed of the specific key collection details.

WHAT TO EXPECT ON ARRIVAL:
For your arrival, the property will be clean and well-presented, and we will supply:
Bed sheets and towels
A Bathroom Starter Pack of:
- toilet paper
- hand soap

A Kitchen Starter Pack of:
- cloth
- sponge
- washing up liquid
- washing pods
- rubbish bags

Plus complimentary milk, juice and water.

PRIVACY:
When booking private accommodation, we like to give you privacy during your stay. However, Smartavillas fully trained personnel are available 24 hours per day should you need assistance of any kind. We are only a phone call away. As this property has a private pool, please remember that access will be required for maintenance/ upkeep.

HOLIDAY GUIDE:
Smartavillas has a fantastic holiday guide packed with lots of information including points of local interest, activities, and restaurant recommendations. For your convenience, we will send an electronic copy before you arrive and also provide a QR code in the villa.

ADDITIONAL CLEANING/SHEET CHANGE
As properties are rented on a self-catering arrangement, a daily maid and interim property cleaning service/linen change are not included in the price, but if required, can be provided for an additional charge. Further details available on request.

WE KINDLY REQUEST:
The house will be well presented for your arrival, and departure cleaning is included in the rental value. However, we do ask for a respectful co-operation with the removal of rubbish, and that BBQ facilities are cleaned of food and debris before you leave. Charges will be incurred if it is deemed that the property is left in an unacceptable condition.

DEPARTURE DAY:
Unfortunately, all good things must come to an end! - and on departure day, check out time is requested at 10.00h. We will contact you towards the end of your stay to confirm this. We may be able to offer a later departure time only if there are no guests arriving on the same day. Unfortunately, however, this is unlikely in the summer months due to high volumes of guests.

The villa is located in Quinta de Pegada, a popular and highly sought-after residential zone. It popularity is borne from the peaceful ambience, the high standard of accommodation and proximity to Tavira Centre. Quinta de Pegada has no amenities in the immediate vicinity, but within 10 minutes walk, you have a gorgeous bakery and cafe, and a further 5 minutes, you are in the town centre.

TAVIRA
The delightful attractions of Tavira offer colourful, cobbled streets, the famed Roman bridge over the meandering Rio Gilão, and an intriguing historical quarter replete with handsome 17th century merchants’ mansions, fine churches and convents of architectural note all bidding for your attention. Castle ramparts have been faithfully restored housing beautiful gardens of indigenous and exotic varieties, while pretty squares edged with café terraces offer the perfect pre-text for lazy afternoons while watching the World pass by.

Cuisine: An abundance of excellent eateries abound to suit all tastes and pockets, from the traditional to the more avant-garde. Fish and seafood are king here, freshly caught and served grilled, while a plethora of contemporary tapas bars have brought an edge and finesse to the local offering. Plentiful local cafés and gelaterias offer pleasing resting points while out exploring, and keen chefs will enjoy the daily market for freshly caught fish, seafood, meats and produce, all sourced locally and sold over a cacophony of local colour and commotion within the vast market place.

Beaches: Known for its outstanding coastline, the Algarve offers an unparalleled richness of golden beaches. Voted one of the best beaches in Portugal, Tavira island, conveniently reached from the centre of the town via short ferry crossing, is a 10km long paradise of soft golden sands, lapped by the clean, clear blue waters of the Atlantic Ocean. Nearby Barril beach, once the centre of a thriving tuna fishing community can be reached on foot via Tavira island, or via a fun miniature train departing from the nearby pretty fishing village of Santa Luzia, famed for being the ‘Octopus Capital’ of the Algarve. Heading east, vibrant Cabanas offers a further choice of excellent restaurants, bars and cafés and a superb beach of dune backed sands.

Nature: Hugging the coastline from Faro in the west through Tavira and then onto to Manta Rota in the east, The Ria Formosa Natural Park forms an expansive barrier against the Atlantic Ocean. Vast wetlands, sheltered lagoons, deserted islands and stunning beaches provide a perfect habitat for migratory birdlife and fragile marine ecosystems. Criss-crossed with trails and unmade paths, this is an ideal natural playground for cycling, walking and birdwatching.

Activities: The various local beaches offer excellent facilities for windsurfing, kite-surfing, paddle-boarding and jet-ski, while kayaking along the local Rio Gilão is a must to enjoy the undulating landscape of the Asseca valley, heading inland through soft pastures and orchards rich in sweet Algarve citrus fruits. World renowned for golf, the Algarve offers a plentiful supply of World class golf courses and the nearby courses of Benamor, Quinta da Ria & Cima, Monte Rei and Castro Marim cater for all levels and pockets.

Quinta Pegada is on the outskirts of Tavira town with all its gorgeous amenities easily reached on foot. The use of a car is not essential when renting this property.
• Train - The nearest stop to the property is at Porta Nova - 5 minutes walk
• Bus – Buses run across the entire Algarve coastline and the nearest stop is opposite the Porta Nova train station - 5 minutes walk
• Taxi - There is a rank in the town square - 15 minutes walk
• Smartavillas offer taxi services, and the contact details will be displayed inside your rental property
• Smartavillas can also arrange airport transfers for any number of passengers, private travel services to and from places of interest and competitive rates for car hire. Please ask us for a quote

ADDITIONAL SERVICES
To assist you with your holiday planning we offer the following services:
· Welcome packs/hot food - perfect for late night arrivals.
· Travel cots and highchairs – 1 of each without charge
· Airport Transfers – with personal meet in the arrivals hall
· Car Hire – with collection point with the airport grounds
· Bicycle Hire – for delivery to your rental property
Please contact us for further information and prices regarding any of these additional services which should be requested and confirmed before your arrival to avoid disappointment.

WELCOME INFORMATION:
Before you arrive, Smartavillas will send you a welcome email including key collection details, travel directions and other useful information to assist your arrival and check in.

TOURIST TAXES & PASSPORT INFORMATION:
Some municipalities within the Eastern Algarve region have now introduced a Tourist Tax, where charges of around 1€ per person per night are applied to a maximum of 7 nights. This charge is levied by the Government, not Smartavillas. You will be informed in advance if you are required to pay this, which will be required in cash on arrival, with a receipt issued for payment confirmation. It is also a lawful requirement for all non-Portuguese nationals to provide us with passport details for data entry into the national immigration records.

SECURITY DEPOSIT AND DAMAGE WAIVER:
We are committed to protecting our properties which is why we've partnered with Know Your Guest (Superhog), the leading vacation rental guest-screening provider. Please note that before your booking begins, you will need to verify your details through Know Your Guest. You will also be given the choice between paying a refundable deposit or buying a non-refundable damage waiver. We suggest you buy the damage waiver as this protects you in case you cause accidental damage during a booking. The values for this property can be seen by clicking the “deposits and waivers” tab on the left-hand side of the property page near the description.

Discover this charming villa in a tranquil neighborhood just outside Tavira, a 20-minute walk from the town center. This spacious retreat offers 4 cozy bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and an open-plan living area, perfect for families. Relax in the securely gated garden with sunbeds around the sparkling pool and from the upper terrace, enjoy scenic views of Tavira and the ocean beyond. This is the ideal setting for a getaway that blends beach days, poolside relaxation, and town adventures all in one!
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INTERIOR
Step through the entrance into a welcoming open-plan living area with two large sofas, Wi-Fi, and a Smart TV featuring channels from around the globe! On either side, you'll find two ground-floor bedrooms—one king-sized, one twin—alongside two separate shower rooms. A wooden dining table links to a well-equipped kitchen, leading directly to the pool area. Upstairs, two more bedrooms (one king and one twin) share a third shower room, and a rooftop terrace offers comfortable seating with sweeping views over the town and ocean—a spot you won't want to miss!

OUTSIDE SPACE
Enjoy a securely gated garden area with a sunlit rear orientation. Mature trees and grassy patches surround the pool, making it perfect for children to splash around. Sunbeds are dotted around and accompanied by a pergola with table and chairs providing shade for poolside dining – a treat at any time of day.

PERFECT FOR...
Ideal for families and mature couples seeking a traditional, comfortable villa close to town amenities. Just a 20-minute walk downhill to the historical centre, or a quick €5 taxi ride back!

ACCESS &PARKING
This is private accommodation, and guests will be able to access all advertised areas and use all advertised facilities. There are no stairs to enter the property but there are 2 stairs from lounge to kitchen, stairs to the upper bedrooms, and stairs leading out to the pool area, although this can be reached by walking around the side of the house where there is a slope.

Parking is on the street, directly outside the house, free of charge and plentiful.

SMARTAVILLAS AT YOUR SERVICE:
1. A Warm Welcome - We can assist with airport transfers, a shopping service and food to order. Plus a personal check in from one of our Guest Service Managers (subject to arrival times).

2. Important Information - We will send a welcome email before you arrive, and in your accommodation, you will find a huge holiday guide packed with local recommendations

3. A 24-Hour Helpline - The Smartavillas Team is always on duty if you need assistance.

4. Legal Matters:
• SEF Reporting- All rental property owners in Portugal have a legal requirement to report guests' information to Serviço de Estrangeiros e Fronteiras (SEF). We will send a link to our SEF form for you to complete and return before your arrival. It is a mandatory and legal obligation.

• Tourist Taxes- Some municipalities within the Eastern Algarve region have now introduced a Tourist Tax, levied by the Government, not Smartavillas. You will be informed at the time of booking if you are required to pay this,

• Please note we will request a house deposit via a 3rd party agency details of which are available on request.