Villa Alexa
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Overview
A modern villa with a hint of traditional charm, Villa Alexa offers up to 12 guests the opportunity to enjoy a beautifully restored 19th century farmhouse in the breath-taking countryside near Ponte de Lima.
The sublime interiors demonstrate an elegant fusion of traditional style with contemporary luxury. The living area enjoys fabulous wooden flooring, with plenty of modern comforts complementing the traditional piano and fireplace. Patio doors surround the room ensuring the light and warmth of the outside world can spread through the room on demand. The dining room is delightfully formal, with a huge, beautiful table for up to 20! This room also leads to the kitchen, a spacious area with a large oven and fridge/freezer, and plenty of natural light from the vast windows. If ever you tire of the fabulous grounds and outdoor facilities, there’s even a games room with a tennis table, football table, a TV area and a lovely fireplace to keep you entertained!
There are six fantastic bedrooms, one double on the lower-ground floor and five twin/queen rooms on the ground-floor. Three of the rooms, including the double, have direct access to either a private balcony or the wonderful garden through large French doors that allow in plenty of natural light. All six rooms are incredibly bright, elegant and modern, with delicate colour pallets of cream and pine. All of the ground-floor rooms enjoy equally beautiful ensuite facilities, while there is a shower room alongside the room on the lower-ground floor.
In the garden, you will want for nothing. A vast private pool ensures you can dip in and out as you please to cool off from the fantastic Iberian heat, while a set of tennis and badminton courts allows for a little healthy competition to develop between the kids (and perhaps the big kids too!). Plenty of sun loungers around the pool ensure that everyone can gather together with ease to enjoy some quality time together in your own private space. And with three acres of private land, there’s certainly no shortage of space! Make the most of the fantastic rural location and stroll through your private grounds as you soak up the sunshine, the birdsong and the fresh air.
If you can tear yourself away and want to venture further and explore, the exquisite town of Ponte de Lima is just 4km away.
What you should know…
- The remote location is ideal for many, but some may prefer to be closer to amenities, with the town of Ponte de Lima just out of walking distance
- There’s no fencing around the pool so be sure to keep an eye on the little ones
- While there’s no air conditioning available, a dip in the pool makes for an excellent way to cool off!
Property Features
The Villa
Villa Alexa is carefully and lovingly restored 19th century farmhouse set in the Minho countryside. This luxurious and spacious villa is well equipped with all the modern day essentials, therefore creating an excellent base for you to enjoy your Portuguese experience.
Lower ground Floor
- Double bedroom
- Games rooms, with table tennis, table football and TV
- Gym
- Utility room
- Communal bathroom
Ground Floor
- Dining & living area
- Full equipped kitchen
- Master bedroom, with en-suite
- Double bedrooms, with en-suite
- Twin bedrooms, with en-suite
Upper Floor
- Library
Exterior
- Private swimming pool (12mx6m)
- Badminton court
- Extensive lawn area
- Outdoor seating & BBQ
- Parasols
- Private parking
- Sun loungers
Location
About the surrounding area of Villa AlexaNestled in three acres of private land among the fabulous rural landscape of Minho and between so many interesting towns and natural spaces, Villa Alexa is in the ideal spot to explore the fascinating history and sublime landscape of the region. The delightful market town of Barcelos is just a forty minute drive away, while the stunning historical centre of Viana do Castelo is just 30km away, where there are even sandy beaches! The country’s only National Park, the mountainous nature reserve of Peneda Geres National Park is half an hour away and hosts prehistoric remains, walking trails and rugged hills as well as deer, wolves and golden eagles!
Ponte de Lima, one of Portugal’s oldest and most historic towns with a delightful range of shops, bars and restaurants among the ornate squares and cobbled alleyways, and a huge market on the river bank every other Monday, is a 5-10 minute drive away. While the town of Braga, the capital of the district, is about half an hour away and hosts many relics of the region’s diverse history. With so much on your doorstep, you can visit a new historical and beautiful town every day!
Minho is a fantastic, largely rural region on the northernmost Atlantic tip of Portugal, bordering the Spanish region of Galiza, with which it shares many attributes. Minho is perhaps most famous as the home of the Vinho Verde, a crisp, dry white wine (although as the name suggests, it is in fact green!) best enjoyed with a local fish dish.
Portugal itself is a small, fascinating country at the most Western point of mainland Europe. The capital, Lisbon, is known for its lively nightlife, with endless bars and clubs full of fun-loving locals and tourists alike, but also has plenty of fascinating history (check out Belém, jam-packed with monuments!) and undulating terrain, famously termed the ‘city of the seven hills’. From Lisbon, it is very quick to travel by the domestic high-speed train line to the city of Braga, which will connect you fairly quickly to Villa Alexa.
With a vast coastline with the powerful Atlantic Ocean, Portugal is a true paradise for the keen surfer, or indeed even those looking to try if for the first time. And for those less keen on surfing, the beaches of Portugal are still well worth a visit for their beautifully clear waters and fine sands.
| Local Amenities | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest Airport |
Vigo
(66.2km) |
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| Nearest Beach |
Viana do Castelo
(32.9km) |
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| Nearest Town/City |
Ponte de Lima
(3.9km) |
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| Nearest Golf |
Ponte de Lima
(3.9km) |
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| Nearest Supermarket |
Ponte de Lima
(3.9km) |
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| Nearest Restaurant |
Ponte de Lima
(3.9km) |
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Kids
Best Suited For: All AgesVilla Alexa is a fantastic choice for families looking for a rural retreat with plenty of space, facilities and nearby activities available for everyone to enjoy. The large pool in the garden offers a prime space for children to have fun and tire themselves out, while you look on from the comfort of a sun lounger, ensuring you have an opportunity to relax whilst keeping an eye on the little ones. With both tennis and badminton courts on site exclusively for you, as well as table football and table tennis, you can be sure to rouse a little healthy competition between both the kids, and the big kids! In the surrounding landscape you will find endless opportunities for an active day out: cycle the Ecovia route, kayak along the exquisite Rio Lima, or experience the fantastic Serra D'Arga by mountain bike or a family hike.
Kids Activities Close-by
- Walk to Village
- Walk to Restaurant
- <1hr to Airport
- Outdoor Pursuit & Activities
- Tourist Towns & Villages
Onsite Facilities
- Badminton
- Football net
- Mini-football goals
- Tennis Court
- Games Room
- Indoor Games
- Outdoor Games
- DVD
- Fenced Grounds
Extras
At Oliver’s Travels we pride ourselves on going that little bit further for our guests. From private chefs to babysitters we can help you arrange those little extras that make it a truly memorable holiday. Simply fill in the concierge request form or contact the Oliver’s Concierge Team who will be happy to help. We can typically help you arrange any of the following:
- Maid service/extra cleaning
- Private chef/cook/catering
- Welcome hamper/pre-stocked fridge
- Local day-trips or tours
- Airport pick-up/drop-off
- Babysitting/childcare services
Simply fill in the concierge request form or contact the Oliver’s Concierge Team.
Please note that all extras are subject to availability and must be requested in advance of the holiday (prices on request). Due to some rural/remote locations, not all services will be available at all properties. However, we will always do our best to fulfil your requests!
| Security deposit | €450, to be paid upon arrival |
| Arrival time | 4.00 p.m. |
| Departure time | 11.00 a.m. |
Terms & Conditions
These terms and conditions may be amended from time to time.
| Security deposit | €450, to be paid upon arrival |
| Arrival time | 4.00 p.m. |
| Departure time | 11.00 a.m. |
| Energy costs included? | Included in the rental price |
| Linen & towels included? | Included in the rental price |
| End of stay cleaning included? | Included in the rental price |
| Tax | Included in the rental price |
| Changeover day | Flexible |
| Minimum stay | 7 nights between 30/06 - 31/08, otherwise 5 nights |
| Internet access? | Wi-Fi connection included |
| Pets welcome? | Pets are not allowed |
| Smoking Allowed? | Not permitted inside the villa |
| Insurance | It is recommended that all guests take out insurance to cover against potential cancellation and any accidental damage caused during your stay at the property. |
Rental Rates
Prices based on an occupancy of 12 people:
| Rental period | 5 Nights | Weekly |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 27th 2019 - Jun 29th 2019 | £1,438 | £2,013 |
| Jun 29th 2019 - Aug 31st 2019 | - | £2,710 |
| Aug 31st 2019 - Jan 4th 2020 | £1,438 | £2,013 |
| Jan 4th 2020 - May 2nd 2020 | £1,177 | £1,648 |
| May 2nd 2020 - Jun 27th 2020 | £1,438 | £2,013 |
| Jun 27th 2020 - Aug 29th 2020 | - | £2,710 |
| Aug 29th 2020 - Dec 28th 2020 | £1,438 | £2,013 |
Please note that prices may not be 100% accurate for dates outside of the current calendar year. For an accurate quote, please enquire.
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