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  • Large one-bedroom house, The Algarvian Nature Escape

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    Price from: 100
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    Room facilities:Air conditioning, Barbecue area, BBQ, Complimentary toiletries, Dishwasher, DVD player, Flat Screen Satellite TV, Fully equipped kitchen, Kettle, Laundry service (free of charge), Microwave oven, Music system, Nespresso Coffee Machine, Pool towels, Private patio, Refrigerator & freezer, Roof terrace, Toaster, WiFi

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    These extra-spacious two-bedroom houses (110m²) include a master bedroom, living room with sofa bed or double bed, kitchen and bathroom. Each house also has a private patio with its own fountain, barbecue, and dining area, as well as its own rooftop terrace with loungers and spectacular views.

    Maximum Capacity: Up to 4 people

  • Medium sized one-bedroom house, The Algarvian Nature Escape

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    Room facilities:Air conditioning, Barbecue area, BBQ, Complimentary toiletries, Dishwasher, DVD player, Flat Screen Satellite TV, Fully equipped kitchen, Kettle, Laundry service (free of charge), Microwave oven, Music system, Nespresso Coffee Machine, Pool towels, Private patio, Refrigerator & freezer, Roof terrace, Toaster, WiFi

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    These semi-detached houses are all at least 90m², and have a large master bedroom, living room with a sofa bed, kitchen and bathroom. Each house also has its own private terrace with a barbecue and dining area that seats 4, as well as a rooftop terrace with lounge chairs and views of the tranquil gardens and the wide expanse of the Ria Formosa Natural Park beyond.

    Maximum Capacity: Up to 2 adults and 2 children

  • One-bedroom House, The Algarvian Nature Escape

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    Max:
    Price from: 100
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    Room facilities:Air conditioning, Barbecue area, BBQ, Complimentary toiletries, Dishwasher, DVD player, Flat Screen Satellite TV, Fully equipped kitchen, Kettle, Laundry service (free of charge), Microwave oven, Music system, Nespresso Coffee Machine, Pool towels, Private patio, Refrigerator & freezer, Roof terrace, Toaster, WiFi

    Each spacious one-bedroom house has its own private patio with a barbeque for al fresco dining, as well as a private rooftop terrace with views of the gardens and Ria Formosa Natural Park. These houses are all at least 70m² and include a large bedroom, a living room with a sitting area, a kitchen, and a bathroom with a walk-in shower.

    Maximum Capacity: Up to 2 adults and 2 children

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General

The Algarvian Nature Escape

is a family-friendly estate in the heart of Ria Formosa Natural Park.                                                            ..

Total capacity:

  • 7 holiday houses

Useful things to know:

  • The closest airport to travel to is Faro (about 30 minutes away by car)
  • The closest village is Fuseta, and can easily be reached by foot or bicycle (3.5 km/2 miles)
  • The property has 7 holiday houses, which overlook the gardens and pools
  • A small grocery store on-site sells a selection of lactose and gluten-free products, non-dairy milk products, organic treats, and ice cream
  • 2 fenced outdoor swimming pools and 1 outdoor fenced lake
  • On-site playground with a shaded sandbox and lots of toys
  • Free laundry service available
  • Indoor toys, games and books for all ages
  • Air conditioning in all houses

With their spacious, tastefully decorated interiors surrounded by peaceful gardens, these self-catered guest houses are the perfect place for a family vacation surrounded by nature. Located in the heart of Ria Formosa Natural Park, the Algarvian Nature Escape has 2 pools and a natural swimming lake and lush gardens. Much of the property is left intentionally untended to benefit Ria Formosa’s wildlife. For guests who enjoy nature watching, it’s easy to find a quiet spot to see storks, hoopoes, and chameleons.

Everything here is designed with young families in mind. Children tend to play together on the grounds, which are very safe (both pools and the lake are surrounded by fences). Breakfast can be delivered to your house and the on-site shop also sells a variety of ready-made meals and snacks. Each house has its own herb garden, and the property’s vegetable garden produces fresh, organic fruits and vegetables. A neighbour sells oysters and clams for guests in the mood for fresh seafood.

Ria Formosa Natural Park and the Algarve in general offer lots to do, from biking trails to beautiful beaches to historic castles. The hosts also organise some kid-friendly activities on the property such as stargazing, frog spotting, and crab races.

Recent News:

Algarvian Family Bliss

  • 2nd December 2019: The Algarve is a beautiful destination year-round for sun-seekers and nature lovers. Find out how this location is a great family holiday destination.

Check-in time

15:00

Check-out time

10:00

Minimum Stay

Please note that the minimum stay is 7 nights during high season and school holidays, and that houses have fixed changing days, typically Wednesday, Saturday or Sunday.

In low season minimum stay is 4 nights.

Prices from

Prices FROM 75€-350€/night, depending on the size of the house and the season.

A breakfast basket is included. Please contact us for a precise quote.

Deposits / Cancellations

Cancellation policy:

A 30% deposit is required to confirm the booking. Cancelations made less than 30 days before arrival will be granted no refund and the full rental will be charged.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Facilities

  • 2 outdoor swimming pools
  • Air conditioning
  • Bikes
  • Fenced Outdoor Pool
  • Football and basketball combined court
  • Free towels for beach and pool
  • Fully equipped kitchen
  • Games room
  • Laundry service (free of charge)
  • Natural swimming lake
  • Outdoor play areas for children
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking
  • Petting animals
  • Picnic accessories
  • Playground for kids
  • Playroom for kids
  • Shop on site
  • Spacious gardens
  • Wellness
  • WiFi

Our Reviews

Aoife stayed at The Algarvian Nature Escape with her family in September 2020: "We’ve just returned from our stay at The Algarvian Nature Escape and it was even more incredible than I had hoped. This was my first time booking via Little Voyager but I will definitely be doing so again. There are so many holiday options out there I get overwhelmed but knowing that someone had properly checked and recommended a property gave me so much more confidence when booking. Based on the quality of our stay at the Nature Escape the standards are very high at The Little Voyager. The Algarvian Nature Escape itself is the best holiday we’ve had in a long, long time. The hosts look after you so well. The property is immaculate. The gardens and pools stunning. The storks nesting in the garden were a great source of entertainment for my little boy (and my husband!). So easy to get to from Faro airport and within easy reach of beaches and interesting towns. I’m already planning our next stay."

 

Tali stayed at The Algarvian Nature Escape with her family in October 2021: "We just enjoyed a wonderful week's holiday at the Algarvian Nature Escape as a family of 6. The little house was perfect for our needs and well set out with high quality interiors. It was cleaned thoroughly every other day and everyone working there was really friendly. We were right opposite the fenced pool which the children loved. It was great for our young children as it was such a safe, car free and familiar area they could take themselves off to the playground or to pick strawberries and pomegranates alone, to get some water from the “shop”, giving them the sense of independence and freedom they don’t often have in the city. The whole place is well set up so it never felt full and we often had the whole pool area to ourselves. We didn’t rent a car which forced us to take things very easy, we rented some bikes and cycled easily to Fuseta Beach which was beautiful and great for the kids. Would highly recommend the Algarvian Nature Escape for families!!"

Room 1

One-bedroom houses

Each spacious one-bedroom house has its own private patio with a barbeque for al fresco dining, as well as a private rooftop terrace with views of the gardens and Ria Formosa Natural Park. These houses are all at least 70m² and include a large bedroom, a living room with a sitting area, a kitchen, and a bathroom with a walk-in shower.

Maximum Capacity: Up to 2 adults and 2 children

Algarvian Nature Escape Single Villa Kitchen with The Little Voyager

Algarvian Nature Escape Single Villa Bedroom with The Little Voyager

Algarvian Nature Escape Single Villa Bathroom with The Little Voyager

 

Room 2

Medium sized one-bedroom houses

These semi-detached houses are at least 90m², and have a large master bedroom, living room, kitchenette and bathroom. They feature a sofa bed in the living room. Each house also has its own private terrace with a barbecue and dining area that seats 4, as well as a rooftop terrace with lounge chairs and views of the tranquil gardens and the wide expanse of the Ria Formosa Natural Park beyond.

Maximum Capacity: Up to 2 adults and 2 children

Algarvian Nature Escape Double Villa Bedroom with The Little Voyager

Algarvian Nature Escape Double Villa Living Room with The Little Voyager

Algarvian Nature Escape Villa Kitchen with The Little Voyager

Algarvian Nature Escape Villa Bathroom with The Little Voyager

Room 3

Large one-bedroom houses

These extra-spacious houses (110m²) include a master bedroom, living room, kitchen, bathroom, and sleeping space in the living room for up to 2 additional guests. Each house also has a private patio with its own fountain, barbecue, and dining area, as well as its own rooftop terrace with loungers and spectacular views.

Maximum Capacity: Up to 4 guests

Algarvian Nature Escape Villa Kitchen with The Little Voyager

Algarvian Nature Double Villa with The Little Voyager

Algarvian Nature Escape Villa Bedroom with The Little Voyager

Algarvian Nature Escape Villa Bathroom with The Little Voyager

sleeptime

  • Crib/travel cot
  • Blankets/sheets
  • Bed rails
  • Blackout curtains/blinds

bathtime

  • Baby bath

on the raod

  • Child bike seat

feeding time

  • High chair
  • Steriliser
  • Blender
  • Kettle
  • Baby cutlery and table ware

play time

  • Outdoor games & toys
  • Indoor toys & Books
  • Playground nearby
  • Outdoor swimming pool

pooh time

  • Potty
  • Toilet trainer

protection

  • Stair gates
  • Fenced outdoor pool

other

  • Playground nearby
  • Wasching machine
  • Pre-arrival shopping service available
  • Babysitting available on request

Activities for kids

At the property

Splash time

Algarvian Nature Pool with The Little VoyagerGo for a swim in one of the property’s two freshwater swimming pools, or jump into the natural swimming lake’s crystal-clear waters.

Outdoor games

Algarvian Nature Football Court with The Little VoyagerThere are lots of outdoor games available on the property, including a half-size combined football and basketball court, a badmington and volleyball field court, a ping pong table and a trampoline. There is also a playground and sandbox for younger children.

Covered games area

Algarvian Nature Escape Games Area with The Little VoyagerOn rainy days, head indoors to the covered play area for a game of snooker or table football. This spot also has a Wii, children’s darts board, and a comfortable sitting area for parents who would rather relax and supervise.

Flying kites

On a windy day, ask your hosts to lend you one of their kites and spend a breezy afternoon flying kites as a family.

Nighttime frog and bat spotting

On warm evenings, your hosts will take the kids to the property’s natural swimming lake to see if they can spot frogs and bats.

Further afield

Beaches

Algarvian Nature Escape Beach with The Little VoyagerFuseta Beach on Ria Formosa’s Lagoon is only a short walk or bike ride away. The water is warm and there are no waves, which makes it great for younger children. A nearby cafe serves snacks and ice cream. You can also take a miniature tourist train to nearby Barril Beach, where you’ll find all the amenities you need for a fun family day: changing rooms, shaded play areas, and lots of family-friendly restaurants.

 

Activities for adults

At the property

Wellness

Let the tension drain out of your body with a full-body massage from the local massage therapist. Massages can take place in a quiet corner of the garden or in the privacy of your own holiday house. The property’s masseuse also offers relaxing massages designed especially for pregnant women.

Yoga

When the weather is warmer, your hosts organise weekly early-morning yoga classes by the pool, and can also organise additional private lessons upon request.

Further afield

Running

The Ecovia do Litorial bike path is just in front of the property, and is perfect for runners of all levels. If you want to train for a race (or just get tips from a pro), your hosts will be happy to call a personal trainer to assist you.

Biking

Algarvian Nature Escape Bikes with The Little VoyagerFrom mountain biking to leisurely e-biking along the coast, the Algarve has routes and options for all levels. Your hosts will be happy to lend you hybrid bikes and helmets to explore the area or bike to the beach.

Tours

There are many historical and cultural sites near the property that are worth visiting. The 12th century castle of Castro Marim is 35 minutes away, while the Silves Moorish castle and grottoes of Lagos are an hour to the west. Your hosts will be happy to give you recommendations on what to see.

The Area

Olhao is the largest fishing port of the Algarve, and serves as a gateway to several beautiful islands nearby, which are known for their white-sand beaches perfect for swimming, relaxing, and even snorkelling. The town is known for its municipal market that combines the fish market, which offers the day’s fresh catch for sale, and the fruit and vegetable market. Olhao is also known for being a great jumping-off point for the nearby wetlands of the Ria Formosa Natural Park.

The town itself is picturesque and quiet (though it gets busier in the summer). The white, square houses denote the area’s Moorish influences. Don’t forget to keep an eye out for azulejos, traditional blue-tiles that depict some of the historic events of the town. And no visit to Olhao would be complete without tasting some of the delicious fresh fish and shellfish served in most of the area’s restaurants.