This Larger Family Townhouse is just 5 minutes walking distance from the heart of this lively little fishing town, the perfect base for your holiday on the beautiful Algarve, with local bars, restaurants, tennis courts, supermarkets and beaches only minutes away. The Larger Family Townhouse has 2 bedrooms and a small windowless room with an extra bed, and sleeps a maximum of 4 adults + 1 child. It has wonderful views over the bay of Carvoeiro. In addition the large shared pool and lush gardens make Colina Branca a wonderful holiday location. This individually owned townhouse is situated in a rural, tranquil position enjoying splendid sea and countryside views from the roof terrace and spacious balconies, and is only metres from the large communal swimming pool and lush landscaped gardens. The house has two twin bedrooms, plus a small third single bedroom without a window. The small third bedroom is not suitable for adults. Therefore the house sleeps up to 5 people in 3 bedrooms, with a maximum of 4 adults. It has UK TV channels. Just 5 minutes walking distance from the heart of this lively little fishing town, Colina Branca is the perfect base for your holiday on the beautiful Algarve, with local bars, restaurants, tennis courts, supermarkets and beaches only minutes away, in addition to Pestana Golf Centre being a few minutes’ driving distance. The large elegant living/dining room is furnished to a high standard, with patio doors to the fantastic terrace ideal for al-fresco dining or lounging in the glorious sunshine. Bedroom one boasts the luxury of an en-suite shower room, and has its very own private balcony. Bedroom 2 is ideally located adjacent to the family bathroom, and also has a balcony of its own. The kitchen is well appointed and equipped with everything you need for a relaxing holiday. Living Rooms - Large living room and dining area combined. Sofa sitting and large dining table. UK TV channels. Log burner. Patio doors leading to sheltered South facing sun terrace with sea view, additional dining table and chairs, and sun loungers. Kitchen - Fully appointed kitchen with cooker, hob, fridge, freezer, washing machine, microwave, and storage cupboards. Bedrooms - One bedroom with two single beds, en-suite shower room and sliding patio doors to small balcony. Bedroom 2 with twin beds and sliding patio doors to small balcony, situated next to the family bathroom. Bedroom 3 is a windowless bedroom with single bed. This room is suitable only for children. The Larger Family Townhouse is not suitable for more than 4 adults. Bathroom - En-suite shower room to bedroom 1, plus a family bathroom. Other - An additional bed can be provided by prior arrangement. Store room ideal for games equipment and empty suitcases. Ironing board and iron. Cleaning/towels/linen/maid service -  Linen and bath towels are included in rental costs. We provide a maid service twice a week in summer and once a week in winter, this is included in the rental cost. WI-FI IS INCLUDED IN THE RENTAL PRICE. The townhouse has its own terraced patio areas. The roof terrace offers privacy and an excellent spot to sunbathe or simply watch the sun go down over the Atlantic. The living room terrace is sheltered and South facing, with a superb view over Carvoeiro and the ocean. Colina Branca has its own private landscaped gardens in addition to the communal swimming pool. The gardens and pool areas are all lit at night. Please note there is no swimming permitted after 8pm. There is an information folder for guests use in each house. This contains a comprehensive guide to the area, restaurants, places of interest and emergency telephone numbers. Car hire is recommended, the townhouse has a car port for your use. For those not wishing to drive,we can arrange transfers from Faro airport to the accommodation.   Beach There are some wonderful beaches close by. In addition to the beach at Carvoeiro, within 5 minutes drive are Praia de Marinha, Benagil, Carvalho and Albandeira. Centianes beach is approx. 15 minutes walk away. The coastline is spectacular with great views and great cliff walks. Golf Vale do Milho 9 hole par 3 course is very close by. The Nick Price/David Leadbetter, Pestana Golf Resort (Vale do Pinta and Gramacho) is 10 minutes drive. The Henry Cotton Penina and Alto Club Championship Courses, Salgados Links, Palmares and the new Golf Do Morgardo courses are all within a 20 minutes drive. Discounted green fees and special packages are available on many courses. Location Carvoeiro is approx. 40 minutes easy drive along the coastal motorway from Faro Airport. Car hire is recommended in order to visit many interesting places. There are supermarkets, bars, restaurants and shops a few minutes walk away in the centre of Carvoeiro. The big supermarket, Intermaché, on the road to Lagoa is a few minutes’ drive. The nearest big supermarket to Colina Branca is Intermarche – only 3 or 4 minutes’ drive away. This offers a large selection of fresh fruit and vegetables, meats and fish and just about everything else you will need to make your holiday easier. However, there is a small supermarket (and off-licence) just 3 or 4 minutes walk away in the centre of Carvoeiro for all emergency essentials and fresh bread and pastries. Cash point machines and banks are available in Carvoeiro. Are you a large party looking for neighbouring properties for friends or family? Then look no further, we have more Colina Branca townhouses available. Colina Branca is ideal for separate groups wishing to be in close proximity to one another without being under one roof! Please ask for details. Our friendly English speaking staff are on hand to welcome you, assist you when necessary and recommend places to visit. As a small family business we look after a few townhouses in the area. We live locally, and know the area extremely well. We will provide you with detailed directions to the townhouse before your arrival. We can provide you with local information and organise taxi or/and a car hire. We look after our guests and make sure that everything is in order in the townhouse. Baby equipment such Cot and High chair, are available on request for a small additional charge, please enquire. Our mobile phone number is available 24 hours a day during your stay for emergency calls. We provide a maid service twice a week in summer and once a week in winter , this is included in the rental cost. Check in is after 3pm and check out is before 10am. Prices shown are for the property per week (unless otherwise specified), in euros. Prices quoted are for up to 4 persons sharing, additional guests will be charged at £5 / 6€ per person, per night. Please phone for information on our special deals for long winter lets. *All bookings between 01 November and 31 March are subject to an additional charge for electricity, payable monthly, charged at 0.20 cents for each unit of electricity used. A 25% or £250 / 300€ (whichever is greater) deposit is required at time of booking. The final balance plus a returnable breakage deposit of £250 / 300€ is payable 8 weeks prior to arrival. Payment accepted in Sterling or Euros. Pay by bank transfer, cheque, or by credit card via Paypal. Please note, after booking the property you will be required to complete and return booking forms and a standard terms of rental agreement. This is to protect you, the guest, as well as the property owner. You will also be required to provide passport information in advance of arrival, this is a legal requirement in Portugal.