Ratings based on 16 Guest Reviews
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by A traveller
Fabulous!
Posted Sep. 27, 2023 on HomeAwayWe had a fabulous week at Mario’s townhouse, photos don’t do the house justice, it’s beautiful. Fantastic location on nice quiet street away from the hustle and bustle. Highly recommend
by A traveller
A Gem!
Posted Jun. 26, 2023 on HomeAwayStayed June 8 to June 13. What can I say? There’s too much to say. Myself and three friends stayed at Mario’s. Upon arriving he was there to greet us. We had a rental car and there was a little space for us to park it, where it stayed the entire time because it was so easy to get around without it. Ubers are very cheap and convenient. Mario then walked us through the house and chatted a bit about the area, he even took us for a little jaunt around neighbourhood!
The rooms all have their own bathrooms with showers, which made us feel like we all had our own little spaces. The only thing I would suggest is that the beds have mattress toppers so the bottom sheet would stay in place. Overall, comfy beds.
Although the kitchen is very well appointed we didn’t cook. There were too many amazing spots just around the corner for breakfast, lunch and dinner. And the wine, wow.
The beach was a 15-20 min walk depending on the many different sections to choose from. It’s clean and beautiful. One day we rented bikes from Marco, who has a shipping container by the public pool full of great bikes, and rode the compacted sand trail that runs between the beach and estuary. We then rode back to the boardwalk that runs the opposite direction and stopped for drinks and food at one of the MANY little restaurants along the way.
Alvor seems to have everything, and we loved our stay. Mario’s place only made it better. PS-the dipping pool was a dream. Can’t wait to return!
by A traveller
Great location and everything you need for a large family
Posted May 5, 2023 on HomeAwayWonderful host in a great property. Great location and excellent for a family of adults mixed with young children. Contains all amenities and services needed deform a carefree holiday. We loved it and will be back .
by A traveller
Outstanding house and perfect location!
Posted Sep. 4, 2022 on HomeAwayThis property is fantastic! Mario greeted us and took us through everything in the house and also gave us a short tour of the village which was much appreciated! Short walk to the beach and the house is located just off the Main Street excellent location for dining. House is on 3 levels so everyone had their own space. There are a few stairs so probably not suited to anyone with mobility issues. We will return! Thanks for an amazing holiday!
by A traveller
Alvor
Posted Mar. 17, 2020 on HomeAwayBrilliant !
by A traveller from Toronto, Canada
Absolutely Amazing!
Posted Jun. 1, 2019 on HomeAwayMario's house is absolutely stunning and made us feel at home instantly. We stayed for 4 nights and wish we could have stayed longer! Mario welcomed us to his home and showed us around the main spots to visit while we were in Alvor, which we really appreciated. The house is stunning from the wooden accents to the mosaic pool. It is right in the centre of all the restaurants and bars but you do not hear the noise from the house. The beach is a 5 minute walk away. We really enjoyed that each room had a bathroom and the amount t of space. I could not reccomend this house more. Already planning our trip back!! Thank you for having us Mario, it was the highlight of our trip to Portugal!
by A traveller
Excellent
Posted Apr. 23, 2019 on HomeAwayBeautiful home in the middle of the village, excellent for our group (8 person)!
by A traveller
Quirky townhouse.
Posted Sep. 17, 2018 on HomeAwayVery good location about 2 minutes walk from the main street. Well equipped property, with washing machine, dishwasher, microwave, etc. Seems to be a property where bits were added on periodically. There are a few sets of stairs to climb to reach the property and it's upstairs rooms. For that reason, I think this property is more suited to able-bodied adults. The only negatives I found were that there was only air-conditioning downstairs and also that there isn't really a sun-bathing terrace. However, there were fans in all rooms.
The owners lived next door and were a very nice couple, and very helpful.
I would still recommend this property and would have no hesitations about returning.
by A traveller
Muy buenas vacaciones familiares
Posted Sep. 3, 2018 on HomeAwayMuy bien todo. La casa decorada con mucho gusto, limpia y muy cómoda para 7 personas. Los dueños muy amables y pendientes de todas las necesidades. La playa de Alvor impresionante !!
Comment from Hotel Management
Mar. 25, 2020 by VrboOwner, Hotel Management
Muito Obrigado Soledade e familia. Foi um prazer e estao sempre bem vindos ao nosso Alvor. Gracias
by A traveller
Lovely house in a perfect location
Posted May 8, 2018 on HomeAwayThis is an ideal house for a larger group. Each bedroom has its own beautifully decorated bathroom and there is plenty of indoor and outdoor space. So whether you want to sit and chat, or read quietly, there's space for everyone.
The location is also perfect for eating arrangements - if you decide to eat at home, there are numerous shops within walking distance. If you eat out, there are restaurants within a few minutes' walk - 'The Green Door' for example (where they serve fantastic fish).
Mario & Dora provide all the necessary information and respond quickly to questions or requests.
The house is clean and comfortable and the kitchen has good utensils, good knives, fridge, espresso machine ...
We found Alvor to be a great base for walking - there are several good walks nearby. Our specific interest was bird-watching and we saw all kinds along the boardwalks but also north along the estuary and over the sluice into the salt marshes.
For more distant birding trips we went to Monchique in the mountains (+ Silves) and another day we went to the Salgados. We didn't rent cars (six of us) but used the excellent company '"Algarve Need a Lift" who are wonderfully efficient, pleasant and worthwhile. On other occasions we took trains & buses which are also good but the information is not easy to find alas.
We (six adults) had a fantastic week and this was partly due to Mario & Dora's house which is so pleasant and so easy.
If we return to Alvor, this house would certainly be top of our list!
