Relax in this peaceful accommodation. The Três Apartment is located on the Quinta da Vala estate, a small vacation resort in the heart of the Algarve, just a fifteen-minute drive from the famous coastline and beaches. As you drive through the gates, you’ll be greeted by a sense of tranquility. The resort features six apartments, a large garden, and a communal pool. And if you’re lucky, the four stork nests on the property will be occupied!
The Accommodation Apartment Três is a fully renovated vacation home in the small vacation park Quinta da Vala. The apartment offers all modern comforts: a fully equipped kitchen, a modern bathroom with a spacious walk-in shower, and a comfortable double bed (160 x 200). In the living room, the sofa can easily be converted into an additional double bed (140 x 200). The entire accommodations are equipped with air conditioning and offers ample storage space.
Outside, you can enjoy your own private veranda with comfortable lounge chairs and a cozy dining area—perfect for a relaxing breakfast in the morning sun or a glass of wine in the evening.
GENERAL INFORMATION Quinta da Vala is a charming, small vacation park in the heart of the Algarve, just a fifteen-minute drive from the famous coast and beaches. As soon as you drive through the gates, you’ll immediately feel a sense of tranquility. The property currently offers six apartments and will soon have camping sites as well. You’ll also find a swimming pool with lounge chairs, and if you’re lucky, the four stork nests on the grounds will be occupied!
THE PROPERTY The vacation park is located in the countryside, surrounded by farms, orange groves, and vineyards. Behind the gates lies a large, lush garden with tall trees and expansive lawns. The apartments are situated side by side, each with its own porch and a small front yard. A path with parking spaces separates this area from a larger part of the garden, where you’ll find the communal pool with lounge chairs, the reception desk, and the terrace. Behind the garden lies a meadow with campsites, permanent safari tents, and the impressive stork nests.
LOCATION Here you can enjoy peace and quiet while staying close to all the highlights of the Algarve. Quinta da Vala is located on the outskirts of Porches, a charming village known for its ceramics and pottery. The A22 highway exit is just a 7-minute drive away. Right next to the park is a rural nature reserve where you can spot storks as well as a variety of bird species.
BEACHES Praia de Carvoeiro – Charming beach surrounded by cliffs (10.2 km | 15 min.) Praia da Marinha – Breathtaking cliffs and crystal-clear water (9 km | 14 min.) Praia de Benagil – Famous for its unique sea cave (10.6 km | 18 min.) Praia de Armação de Pêra – Long sandy beach, perfect for walks (9.2 km | 14 min.) Praia da Rocha – Lively beach with a boardwalk and restaurants (20.9 km | 24 min.)
Cities Silves – Historic town with a castle and charming streets (9.6 km | 14 min) Lagos – Vibrant coastal town with a rich history (41.1 km | 32 min) Faro – Capital of the Algarve with a historic old town (52.7 km | 40 min) Monchique – Mountain village with hot springs (35.6 km | 40 min) Albufeira – Popular resort town with a vibrant nightlife (21.7 km | 21 min)
AMUSEMENT PARKS Zoo Marine – Dolphin and sea lion shows, aquariums, and water attractions (12.7 km | 17 min.) Slide & Splash – Large water park with spectacular slides (7.8 km | 12 min.) Aquashow Park – Adventure water park with slides, wave pool, and animal shows (36.1 km | 29 min.) Aqualand Algarve – Water park with slides, Lazy River, and children’s areas (4.4 km | 5 min.) Lagos Zoo – a cozy zoo with tropical gardens (40.8 km | 33 min.)
SHOPPING Algarve Shopping – Large shopping center with international brands (13.4 km | 17 min.) Aqua Portimão – Popular shopping center with stores, cafes, and a terrace (16 km | 19 min.) MAR Shopping Algarve – Retail park featuring a designer outlet (44.5 km | 31 min.) Forum Algarve – Modern shopping center in Faro (51.5 km | 38 min.)
PRACTICAL INFORMATION Pharmacies – Farmácia Porches Villa (2.7 km | 3 min.), Sudoeste Pharmacy (5.5 km | 7 min.) Supermarkets – Continente Bom Dia (5.5 km | 7 min.), ALDI Alcantarilha (6.5 km | 8 min.), Mini Mercado da Vila (2.8 km | 4 min.) Hospital – Hospital de Portimão (15.1 km | 17 min.)
EATING & DRINKING – Our Personal Recommendations Portugal is famous for its love of good food and wine—one of the main reasons we decided to live here! We’re excited to share some of our favorite restaurants in the area with you—places we’ve personally tried and can wholeheartedly recommend.
Guest Access The apartment and the veranda are completely private for guests. The other facilities are shared. The owners/managers live on the property, but in a separate area.
Additional Important Information Quinta da Vala is still under development. This means we are continuously working to improve the apartments, the property, and future amenities. Of course, we always take our guests’ stay and comfort into consideration. We live here ourselves as a family on the farm: Álvaro and Iris (the owners), our two sons, ages 8 and 11, and our dog Max. Max roams freely on the property.