Detached house with several terraces and a pool, near the beach, free Wi-Fi

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9.8Outstanding
(83 Ratings)
Guests had a wonderful stay in a homely villa with lovely gardens, a great pool, and outdoor living spaces. The communication with the owner and property manager was excellent.
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9.8 / 10
Outstanding(83 Ratings)

Villa in Porches

6 guests · 3 bedrooms · 3 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
Well priced for this locationPriced under area average

About this villa rental

The house is located outside the town proper on a dead-end street with only a few other houses, in the middle of a scenic conservation area with expansive views of the open countryside.
It stands out for its secluded location and its approximately 5,000-square-meter garden, featuring palm trees, a long row of olive and fig trees, a large oleander hedge, and a large area left in its natural state.
There is a lemon tree on the property.
Inside the house, built in the typical Algarve style, you’ll find bright, welcoming rooms with high ceilings.
On the property, guests have access to a spacious pool with a terrace and an outdoor shower. Surrounding the house, you’ll find several additional terraces—both covered and open—that invite you to linger, depending on the weather.
A special highlight is the large rooftop terrace, which offers a beautiful view of the surrounding area and where magnificent sunrises and sunsets invite you to daydream.
The house itself is equipped with all modern amenities, such as separate air conditioning units in the bedrooms, heating, a fireplace, a dishwasher, a washing machine, a clothes dryer, a stove, and an oven, as well as a large microwave and all kitchen appliances.
It also features a 55-inch smart TV, 500 Mbit/s fiber-optic internet, and Wi-Fi.
The large outdoor grill has its own terrace.
The house is largely furnished with Southern European and African furniture.
The tall, bright rooms create a very special sense of space.
In the summer, life will largely take place outdoors—the terraces, the Mediterranean garden, and the pool are perfect for this.
The area leading to the beach is largely unspoiled and can be reached on foot in about 30 minutes.
The drive to the nearest towns (Porches / Armação de Pera) takes no more than 5 minutes. It takes 15 minutes to reach Carvoeiro, where the nights are long.
The rocky coves and cliffs, as well as the large beaches, are just a few minutes’ drive away.
Hikes through unspoiled nature start right at the house.
Golf, horseback riding, amusement parks, and water parks—all are available nearby.
Lying on a lounge chair by the pool at night, gazing at the starry sky, is always a highlight for us.
Falesia Beach with its red cliffs and endlessly long stretch of shallow water. Kilometers-long walks at low tide along Praia da Rocha in Portimão.
The caves, also at low tide in Alvor.
These are just a few of the places we love.
For those who love the wild side—the west coast with its cliffs and beaches and the great restaurants perched atop the cliffs.
For us, the trip always ends at Cabo de São Vicente—the most amazing sunsets and views of the Atlantic all the way to America. Oh, and the German bratwurst at the cape, if it’s open.
And then there are the mountains in the hinterland with endless views of the Atlantic and the coast, the town of Monchique, and the many restaurants and pubs—some serving local cuisine, cooked just like Nona used to, such as Jardim das Oliveras; be sure to call ahead and make a reservation. It’s located high up in the middle of an oak forest.

Amenities at Detached house with several terraces and a pool, near the beach, free Wi-Fi

Non-smoking
Pets allowed

Map of Porches

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Ratings and reviews

9.8 / 10
Outstanding(83 Ratings)
review starsSummary of reviews
Guests had a wonderful stay in a homely villa with lovely gardens, a great pool, and outdoor living spaces. The communication with the owner and property manager was excellent.
From real guest reviews summarized by AI
10 / 10Outstanding·Apr 2026
Very enjoyable place to stay and great location.
10 / 10Outstanding·Mar 2025
Over ten visits to Algarve, latest two in Vivenda Borboleta. A beauty! What you see on the website is what you get. Nice house, garden and location. Contact with owner and house manager is good. Book already a new holiday
10 / 10Outstanding·Mar 2024
We had a very nice stay in a well equipped and well maintained house. All necessary equipment is available for a one month vacation. The communication with the owner and the house manager was very good.
6 / 10Average·Jul 2019
We were so excited to stay at this beautiful home but we had some difficulties. The first issue came after we booked this property through VRBO the owner sent us a separate contract stating we owed an additional large sum of cash for a cleaning fee. I'm fine with paying a cleaning fee if I know about it in advance of booking and can plan it into the budget. We went ahead with the reservation anyways and paid the extra fee when we arrived. The house was as pretty as it looks in pictures but is a good 10 to 15 min drive from beaches and from town which didn't bother us too much as we were looking forward to relaxing at the property. My husband planned on getting some work done while we were there but the internet is so slow it was completely unusable. We couldn't even use it to research restaurants or things to do in the area it was sooooo slow. And our last issue was Mosquitos. They were miserable. We couldn't even go outside in the morning or evening to eat on the patio. We couldn't even open the windows to let any breeze in. Basically we were trapped inside and even then we all got eaten alive. We couldn't wait to leave. The first night my 10 year old son got over 150 bites. We had to take him to the doctor to get creams. When we showed the property manager he tried to tell us that he had chicken pox. Not sure what the owner can do about the bugs but just wanted to make other travelers aware as I would never stay here again.

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FAQs

Is parking included with this villa?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Detached house with several terraces and a pool, near the beach, free Wi-Fi. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this villa?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this villa. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Detached house with several terraces and a pool, near the beach, free Wi-Fi pet friendly?

Yes! This villa is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.

What amenities are available at Detached house with several terraces and a pool, near the beach, free Wi-Fi?

We found 2 amenities for this rental. This includes non-smoking, and pets allowed.