Self Catering Cottages all with sea views - sleeps 2 - 13 people

About the property

The Quintassential Holiday cottages are 4 self catering apartment/cottages in the Central Algarve all with sea views & equipped, furnished & decorated to very high standards & 15 minutes from the airport.

The Quintassential is open all year round so that guests can enjoy the 3000 hours of sunshine the Algarve has to offer. We understand that with low cost airlines it may be better to travel on days other than Sunday or Thursday, so we are flexible with our arrival and departure days.

The apartment/cottages can be let individually or together for large parties and the cottages cater from 2 – 13 people and there is large pool, heated during the winter months and a freestanding hot tub/jacuzzi. Two of the cottages also have gas central heating.

The Quintassential occupies an acre of hilltop set, totally fenced and accessed via electric gates in breathtaking Algarvian countryside in the centre of the sunny Algarve in total peace & tranquillity 15 minutes from Faro International Airport & the coast and overlooking the market town of Loulé. There are spectacular panoramic sea views from Faro to Portimao. Parts of the Quintassential date back to mid 19th Century and are divided up into four cottages, one large two bedroom cottage, Orange and two newer one bedroom cottages, Lemon and Carob and a rustic duple cottage, Casa do Forno. All have their own separate entrances, own kitchens, private south-facing sun terraces and Bar-B-Q areas. All cottages have been furnished to a very high standard with cane and pine furniture.

The Casa Do Forno Cottage is a one bedroom rustic duplex cottage tastefully decorated and boasting many original features from the old Quinta. This cottage has oodles of character. The bedroom has a double bed, wardrobe and sloping cane ceilings with wooden beams and white washed walls. The bathroom has a shower with a tiled seating area, WC and washbasin with a vanity unit under. The “crows nest “ lounge area has spectacular views and has a radio/CD player (guests to bring own CDs), puzzles, chess set, domino set and playing cards. It is furnished with comfortable cane seats, terracotta flooring and also has the original cane ceiling with wooden beams. The walls are also white washed.

The kitchen/dining area has the original bread oven dating back to the 19th century original floor tiles and stone sink from the Quinta. The kitchen comprises of fridge with freezer compartment, microwave, electric kettle, toaster and gas hob. The kitchen/dining area also has the cane ceiling with wooden beams and has the typical Algarvian décor of white washed walls. From the dining area there are doors leading on to a completely private terrace with Bar-B-Q, table and chairs and cushioned reclining chairs. There is also a wood burning stove for the cooler winter evenings.

The Casa Do Forno Cottage has its own garden with a further rustic seating area and is surrounded by an abundance of beautiful flowers and shrubs. Here in the secluded garden you will experience some of the most breathtaking sunsets that the Algarve has to offer. This cottage also has its own private driveway access and carport.

The Casa Do Forno Cottage sleeps a maximum of 2 adults only.

The Lemon and Carob Cottages are the newer apartment/cottages at the Quintassential, light and airy one bedroom cottages with a large bedroom that has a double bed, large ceiling fan, digital security safe & patio doors leading on to the sun terrace. The bedrooms are large enough to also accommodate a single bed too or this can be used in the lounge area of a night time. The bathrooms have new luxury bathrooms with shower, washbasin with vanity units under, WC, bidet and shaver point.

The spacious lounge/diner is decorated tastefully with pine furniture and a wood burning stove for those cooler winter evenings. The lounge has a large comfy leather sofa, Satellite TV (free to view channels), video (videos available to rent), DVD player (guests to bring own DVD’s), radio/CD player (guests to bring own CDs), puzzles, chess set, playing cards, Domino set and patio doors leading onto a private terrace with tables and chairs, brick Bar-B-Q’s, cushioned reclining chairs and the Lemon Cottage has it’s own lemon tree to give you added shade.

The brand new modern kitchenettes comprise of fridge with freezer compartment, microwave, mini electric oven, electric kettle, toaster, mini electric oven and electric hob.

Both the Lemon and the Carob Cottage sleep a maximum of 3 people in each and these cottages have gas central heating. These cottages also have the added benefit of gas central heating for the cooler winter months.

The Orange Cottage is the largest of the apartment/cottages at Quintassential, a large two bedroom rustic cottage decorated in typical Algarvian décor of white washed walls and with a brand new fully fitted modern kitchen including an electric oven, gas hob, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, microwave, electric kettle & toaster.

The Lounge/diner is tastefully decorated and has a comfy leather three piece suite, Satellite TV (free to view channels), DVD (guests to bring own DVDs) video (videos available to rent) & radio/CD player (guests to bring own CDs), a selection of books, puzzles, chess set, playing cards, ceiling fan & the Orange Cottage boasts an original 19th century fireplace that now houses the wood-burning stove. Double doors lead on to the very large private terrace with it's own table and chairs, brick Bar-B-Q area and cushioned reclining chairs.

The bathroom has a new luxury double walk-in shower, washbasin, WC, bidet and sloping wooden ceiling. The Orange Cottage bedrooms consist of one double bed & one twin bed both with sloping wooden ceilings. There is also a digital security safe in the cottage.

The Orange Cottage sleeps a maximum of 4 adults & an infant.

Outside
The Quintassential is blessed with panoramic seaviews and spectacular countryside views, just what you need for a tranquil and relaxing holiday. The gardens at Quintassential are marvellous with many bushes, plants and fruit trees, along with quiet areas to relax and absorb the views.

The Quintassential has a large pool area, the pool measures 10 x 5 m and cushioned sun loungers, and parasols etc are provided for the use of the guests. The Quintassential now also boasts at the pool area its own hot tub/Jacuzzi for guest use. The pool is heated during the cooler months from 1st October until 30th April and the is no additional charge for heating the pool.

Extras
On arrival the owners will meet you and awaiting your arrival will be a very generous welcome hamper in your accommodation compliments of the house. For all the adult guests, bathrobes are provided for use during their stay, pool towels are provided to use only at the Quintassential and the cottages have hairdryers and alarm clocks. Guests will need to bring their own beach towels.

All the cottages have radio/CD players – guests are asked to bring their own CD’s.

We have a small video library should any of our guests wish to rent out a video.

From June until the end of September on a selected week night, there is also an evening meal option. Traditional home cooked Portuguese cuisine is served on the owner’s private terrace, which has spectacular views over Loule. What a better way to end your day with a nice meal and a glass of delicious Portuguese wine.

The Quintassential Cottages are non-smoking cottages and car hire is essential.

For further information regarding tariffs, please contact the owner direct.

Prices from 1st November until 28th February include heating. The Lemon and Carob Cottages have gas central heating and the Orange and Casa do Forno Cottage in the form of oil filled radiators.

Pool Notes

Large pool area available for guest use.
The pool is cleaned daily.
The pool measures 10 x 5 metres.
The pool is heated from 1st October until 30th April at no extra cost.
There is also a large freestanding hot tub/jacuzzi available for guest use.
There are also an abundance of cushioned sunloungers.

Patio Notes

All the cottages have their own private patio's with table, chairs, parasol, reclining chairs and brick built BBQ.

Garden Notes

There are an acre of beautiful gardens with many nooks for guests to explore.

Parking Notes

Parking available for all the cottages at the Quintassential.

Kitchen Notes

All the cottages have their own kitchen/kitchenettes

Dining Area Notes

All cottages have their own dining areas.

Living/Lounge Area Notes

All cottages have their own lounge living areas.

Bedroom Notes

Cleaning Notes

The cottages are cleaned on a weekly basis.

Changeover Notes

Changeover days are flexible.
Check-in time after 15.00 hours local time
Check-out time no later than 10.00 hours local time on day of departure.

Linen Notes

Bed linen and towels are provided.
Bathrobes are provided for adult guest use.
Pool towels are provided.
Guests will need to provide their own beach towels.

Pet Notes

No pets allowed.

Baby Facilities Notes

Children under the age of 2 - Free
Cot with bed linen, baby bath with baby towel, high-chair, changing mat, potty are provided free of charge. These will need to be requested at time of booking if required.

Local Amenities & Attractions

The Quintassential is located 15 minutes from Faro International Airport and the coast and 2 kms from Loule. An ideal location in peace and tranquility to explore the Algarve.

Booking Notes

To secure a booking a 30% deposit will be required and the balance payable six weeks prior to arrival along with a returnable damages deposit.

Payments can be made via a UK cheque, bank transfer or by credit card.

Bathroom/Ensuite Notes

All cottages have their own bathrooms.