Rustic 3-bedroom Country Retreat With Pool, Free Wi-fi, and Breathtaking Views

Beautiful traditional Portuguese 3-bedroom villa with a pool and magnificent ocean views

Location: Bemparece, near Santa Catarina da Fonte do Bispo. Beautiful setting.
Construction: covered area 135 m², approximate lot size 4,000 m². Built in 1911 and recently renovated.

Casa Vera is a beautiful property set in the unspoiled countryside in a small hamlet called Bemparece, just a short drive from Santa Catarina da Fonte do Bispo. The property has been recently renovated while retaining traditional features such as high ceilings with wooden beams and cane, the typical thick walls, wooden door and window sills, wooden shutters, and last but not least, the locally made terra cotta floor tiles (also known as Santa Catarina tiles). It is a peaceful haven with lush gardens and numerous seating areas where you can soak up the sunshine, read a book in the shade, and watch the vibrant, ever-changing sunsets with views of the rolling hills and the ocean. This location is perfect for people who prefer to get away from it all as well as for those seeking an active holiday, as there are numerous beautiful country walks to take and/or opportunities for cycling. Here you can still enjoy the authentic Portuguese way of life, while shops, an ATM, a post office, a pharmacy, bakeries, cafes, restaurants, and more are just a short 5-minute drive away in Santa Catarina. Moreover, you can sample excellent homemade Portuguese cuisine at Cantinho de Serra, an authentic Portuguese restaurant just 100 metres from Casa Vera, where you’ll enjoy beautiful views of the sea!

From the parking area, a path leads to the entrance of Casa Vera, which features a hallway with a family bathroom that includes a walk-in shower, a living room with a TV and a wood-burning stove, a fully fitted and equipped kitchen (kettle, toaster, coffee maker, refrigerator, microwave combi oven), and a breakfast area. The hallway provides access to the two double bedrooms and one single bedroom. Additionally, all bedrooms are equipped with air conditioning to either cool or heat the room.

The hallway and kitchen open onto the semi-covered south-facing terrace, which features various seating areas, including built-in stone benches adorned with decorative Portuguese azulejos, as well as a table and chairs. The surrounding garden, featuring mature cork oak trees, palm trees, rosemary, and succulents, offers many seating areas for both shade and sunshine. Adjacent to the house, you’ll find the above-ground swimming pool with sun loungers, a hammock, a dining table with chairs, and a built-in BBQ—ideal for that all-important al fresco dining under the stars.

Adjacent to Casa Vera, you’ll find the utility room with a washing machine, tumble dryer, and a second fridge/freezer.

Access to the property is via a paved road, and ample parking is available.

The property features air conditioning, sun loungers, umbrellas, various outdoor seating and dining areas, a wood-burning stove, a built-in BBQ, an internet-enabled TV with 300 channels, and high-speed internet.

Distances: Faro: 32 km; Tavira: 17 km; São Brás: 11 km; Santa Catarina: 5 km; Spain: 30 km; Supermarket: 5 km; Bank ATM: 5 km; Nearest Beach: 12 km; Nearest Restaurant & Bar: 100 metres; Golf: 14 km