The Local Area - The Algarve

Guests are welcome to relax on the terrace and swim in the pool, but there is no shortage of things to do and see in the surrounding area.

For eating out, there are many good restaurants and cafés in the towns and villages nearby: Silves, Lagoa, Porches and Carvoeiro; fresh fish and seafood dishes are a local speciality.

Some of the region’s most beautiful small beaches are on the coast due south of us; the larger resorts of Albufeira, Armação de Pêra and Praia da Rocha, offering a full range of water sports, are also within easy reach. There are two golf courses and a tennis club about ten minutes away. There is beautiful countryside all around, with great potential for many activities; these include walking, especially around Silves, along the coast and in the hills around Monchique, as well as cycling, horse-riding and bird-watching. For sightseeing, Silves in particular is full of history, with its imposing castle, cathedral and interesting museums. But "Casa das Oliveiras" is also conveniently located for day trips all over the Algarve, including the west coast and the Cabo São Vicente, and to Tavira and the area near the Spanish border.

There are also two water-parks, "Aqualand" and "Slide & Splash", nearby as well as the Zoomarine theme park.

Locally, cars and bicycles can be hired in Carvoeiro, if required.