You will book your holiday through Kate who is co-owner of Rural Escapes https://www.ruralescapes.co.uk/ - a collection of exceptional homes in areas of natural outstanding beauty in the UK and Europe. Our house manager - Anna loves and looks after Algarve Cottages and will be your point of contact during your stay with us.
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REVIEWS
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THE COTTAGE https://www.airbnb.co.uk/rooms/18030246/reviews
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Airbnb September 2024
My husband and I visited the cottage with our friends and we've had the most magical time. The cottage itself is beautiful, clean and perfect for two couples. The surrounding area is peaceful and relaxing. The large terrace area offers a great entertainment space as well as plenty of shade for those that need it! Plus all day sun for those that like to roast! We will absolutely be visiting again as I've never felt so relaxed on a holiday before. Thank you so much for hosting us at this incredible cottage
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August 2024
Absolutely loved the place - we weren't terribly adventurous, but that was partly because we knew that "base camp" had everything we wanted - lovely places to sit and chill, the pool, the rooftop terrace... It was also close to some great places to eat and drink. And the evening breeze made sunsets and stargazing nights wonderful.
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Airbnb July 2024
We just spent 10 days in this cottage perfect for a relaxing holiday! This house is very nice, very nicely decorated and very well-equipped. There's nothing missing. The Pool is sun all day. The terrace is shaded at all hours of the day. And Anna is very welcoming, and very accessible in communication. In short, we recommend eyes closed!
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Airbnb July 2024
We went with our children, 16 and 20 years old. It's an absolutely amazing place to take your vacation. Totally private and quiet. The house lived up to the photos and description. There was absolutely nothing missing. It was incredibly delicious that when we arrived, there was some bread and delicious local goods as well as a bottle of wine. We really did land and enjoyed it from the first minute. We had a single challenge, but the housekeeper Anna was immediately available and helped us out. We would definitely come again.
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Airbnb May 2024
Beautiful House and very friendly host. Roof terrace and views stunning. Amazing Location. Will definitely stay again.
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Airbnb September 2023
Host is very responsive and available if there is anything that we need. The accommodation matches the description - very clean, very well equipped and very nice. The person in charge of the cleaning is very attentive. Thanks for everything and the little welcome basket makes it feel like home. Keep it up!
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Airbnb September 2023
Brian's place exceeded our expectations. The space was much bigger than it looks in the photos and the surrounding area is just beautiful. Though the cottage adjoins the farmhouse, it is really private. The roof is a lovely spot for a sunrise coffee/evening drink under the stars. Highly recommend.
​ Airbnb August 2023
We have just spent a wonderful ten days at Brian’s cottage. It was the perfect location to relax and spend quality time as a family. The pool was a good size for our needs and was shaded from mid afternoon, the children loved it. Inside the house was clean and really well equipped. The welcome pack was perfect and much appreciated following a long journey. There was a restaurant and small local shop within a five minute walk and it was around 20 minutes to larger supermarkets. Lots to do within a short drive.
​ Airbnb July 2023
I couldn’t have been happier when we arrived, the cottage is everything we hoped for and more! In the most perfect idyllic location. The welcome pack is a lovely little touch and there is everything you would need at the cottage. I didn’t want to leave! We will definitely be back! Thank you :)
Airbnb July 2023
What a beautiful place this is! Idyllic and romantic are words that describe this place well. Located in complete tranquillity.
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Airbnb June 2023
Great cottage! Peaceful location with fantastic views over the Algarve countryside. Would definitely recommend.
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Airbnb June 2023
We had a great time at The Cottage - beautiful roof terrace and pool. Very generous welcome pack and extra bits provided for our daughter for the pool. Loads to do locally. Brian and his team were always helpful, kind and quick to respond.
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Airbnb June 2023
Beautiful house, wonderful surroundings. Amazing gardens. Fabulous pool. Clean and with everything we needed.
THE FARMHOUSE ​
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Airbnb September 2024
We had a lovely stay at this Farmhouse in Portugal! The home is beautifully appointed, making it the perfect spot for relaxing and hosting friends and family. The spacious outdoor area is a real highlight, ideal for enjoying meals al fresco. While a car is essential for getting around, the nearby towns are delightful to explore, and Faro is just a 30-minute drive away, offering plenty of dining and entertainment options. Overall, this villa is a fantastic getaway for anyone looking to unwind and create wonderful memories. Highly recommend!
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Airbnb August 2024
​Such a lovely home! Easy and comfortable to live in... we were totally seduced, a big thank you.
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Airbnb August 2024
Great host. Lovely accommodation. Great size outdoors and perfect indoors. We and the kids had a great time. Great views.
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Airbnb August 2024
The house is fantastically located, the view from the outdoor terrace over the pool was beautiful. The area is very quiet and nothing is going on around it. However, we enjoyed it very much and we drove by car to different beaches. Every 30-40 minutes away. At the reception there was even fruit, cheese, olives, bread and a bottle of wine.
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Airbnb July 2024
We had a great time in this typical Portuguese house. Very pleasant garden and pool area. The location is beautiful because it is very quiet but also because it is both in the countryside and very close to amenities. Anna is very responsive and friendly. We recommend this place for those looking for a peaceful and tranquil place to spend a relaxing holiday under the Portuguese sun!
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June 2024
We really enjoyed our stay. The house was spotless, very well equipped and the house/ grounds very spacious. Particularly nice was the pool and view/ surrounding area.
We were left a lovely welcome pack and Anna gave us a warm welcome. She was very easy to get hold off and quick to help with any queries.
Thank you - we had a wonderful holiday.
The steak place down the road is great. There are loads of lovely beaches (about 30min away) and the local town, Sao Brás has nice cafes/ bars etc. the people were all very friendly and the area has a lovely laid back vibe.
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Airbnb June 2023
Brian’s place was perfect for our family holiday. Tones of space in this lovely Portuguese farmhouse with beautiful surroundings. Brian was a wonderful host. Highly recommended.
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September 2022
Excellent property. Exactly as advertised. Clean, well presented. Good location for both hills and beaches.
Brian is a fabulous communicator and very helpful. Idalia (the housekeeper) is a great chef who will provide delicious food on request for a modest fee.
September 2022
A lovely old typical Portuguese farmhouse, all on one level set in to the hillside with lovely views over the hills beyond. Great pool, badminton and the best restaurant within walking distance. And good trekking country.
Airbnb August 2022
Charming rustic cottage with everything you could need for a self-catering holiday. The pool area is immaculate and the badminton area was brilliant for us. Because of our October stay, the cottage was cold in the evenings and we didn’t think to light the log burner which in hindsight was probably silly of us! Comfortable beds, decent bathrooms and well-equipped kitchen. Great outdoor dining space too. The cottage is tucked away up a narrow steep hill so don’t choose a huge 4x4 hire car !
The eating out recommendations were top notch. The steakhouse just down the road was the best steak I have ever had.
Call or mail us to to Book
07436 955991 Kate
07903 864357 Tamar
Rural Escapes
58 Newton Street
Newark
NG24 1SX