Title: Villa Farol OCV - Ocean Front Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Villa Farol OCV - Ocean Front Villa with private pool, a short walk to Gale Beach ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33590000/33582900/33582811/0e108d40.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33590000/33582900/33582811/11a38c77.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace, DVD player, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33590000/33582900/33582811/06ce5f56.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33590000/33582900/33582811/24fc3a8b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33590000/33582900/33582811/dad8e9e5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Close to Gale Beach and Salgados Beach, Villa Farol OCV - Ocean Front provides a garden, laundry facilities and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. 8.2 Very good ### Entire home 3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 61507 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Beach view - Parking available - Washer - Fireplace - Pool - Kitchen £1,514 includes taxes & fees 26 Oct - 27 Oct ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Villa Farol OCV - Ocean Front Come and enjoy this beautiful villa near the sandy beach of Salgados. Casa do Farol is a fantastic isolated villa with capacity for 6 people, with 3 bedrooms with double beds, which 2 have en suite bathrooms. The comfortable and spacious living room has direct access to the garden and the swimming pool, and a dining area. You can also do sunbathing in the generous garden with an amazing sea view from every angle. Casa do Farol is ideally located, at the distance of a 2 minutes walk you have the beach of Galé and Salgados, which are literally in front of the villa. The fine supermarket Apolonia, famous coffee shops, restaurants and bars are only a few minutes away walking. Casa do Farol is ideal for those who want to park the car and enjoy a relaxing holiday, or take our suggestion and walk through the Salgados Lagoon, or maybe you can just play golf in the Salgados Golf Course just a few minutes away. There is a variety of, water-parks and marinas/zoos for the children. Watersports on the beaches, horse-riding and the most wonderful walking country all within easy reach. The Algarve Shopping and famous restaurants for the Chicken Piri-Piri are only 8/10 minutes drive. The Municipality of Albufeira charges a tourist tax of €2 per person, per night of stay, for all guests aged 13 or older, during the period from April 1st to October 31st, with a maximum of seven consecutive nights. This amount will be paid directly to the Municipality a few days before arrival and is not included in the quotes generated on our website, so we kindly ask you to take this into consideration.We would also like to clarify that parties/events are strictly prohibited on this property. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Pool/Spa - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the villa: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Bathtub - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Stair-free path to entrance - Upper floors accessible by stairs only - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping (limited availability) - Iron/ironing board - Safe ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden - Unit size: 1,507 square feet ## Similar properties ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107840000/107833900/107833885/b6be08d3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Private Pool, BBQ & Ping-Pong – Sesmarias Galé - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Free WiFi 9.6 Exceptional 10 reviews £857 includes taxes & fees 7 Oct - 8 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-07&endDate=2025-10-08&selected=107833885&PinnedHotelID=107833885&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![A heated pool, pool loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38130000/38125400/38125334/09c315f4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Villa Maresia | 4 Bedrooms | Easy Walking Distance to Beach | Galé Galé - Sea view - Pool - Kitchen - Washer 8.2 Very good 12 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-18&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=38125334&PinnedHotelID=38125334&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92150000/92142800/92142707/68fd4634.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 'Villa Galé' with Terrace, Garden & Wi-Fi Guia - Kitchen - Washer - Free WiFi - Outdoor space 10 Exceptional 2 reviews £297 includes taxes & fees 8 Oct - 9 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-08&endDate=2025-10-09&selected=92142707&PinnedHotelID=92142707&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/41000000/40200000/40190500/40190461/fd9f6fde.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Exclusive town home in the holiday complex Monte da Galé with communal pool Albufeira - Sea view - Pool - Kitchen - Washer 10 Exceptional 36 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-18&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=40190461&PinnedHotelID=40190461&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44130000/44120900/44120805/246a4ec3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Villa Shambala Carvoeiro - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.8 Exceptional 11 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-18&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=44120805&PinnedHotelID=44120805&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![On the beach, sun-loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93240000/93234000/93233967/b22ae6b3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beach 300m Away! 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation Property Registration Number 106009/AL If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts ### Property is also known as Vrbo Property Farol Ocv Ocean Front Villa Farol OCV Ocean Front Villa Farol OCV - Ocean Front Albufeira Fantastic Villa 2min Salgados Beach W/poolwifiac Villa Farol OCV - Ocean Front Private vacation home Villa Farol OCV - Ocean Front Private vacation home Albufeira 268259 ## About the area Located in Albufeira, this villa is near the beach. Albufeira Marina and Balaia Golf Village are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Gale Beach and Salgados Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Albufeira Stadium or Albufeira Bullring. [Visit our Albufeira travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Albufeira.dx4692) [View more Villas in Albufeira](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Albufeira-Villas.d4692-aaVillas.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C37.08530%2C-8.31685&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=YIYPJNj0kYe15BaWlL3GRAHMR7I=) Galé, Faro ### What's nearby - Gale Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles - Salgados Beach - 12 min walk - 0.6 miles - Herdade dos Salgados Golf - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles - Albufeira Marina - 8 min drive - 3.2 miles - Albufeira Old Town Square - 10 min drive - 4.6 miles ### Getting around - Albufeira - Ferreiras Station - 20 min drive - Portimao (PRM) - 28 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Bellavita - ‬1 min walk - ‪W Lounge - ‬3 min drive - ‪Paper Moon - ‬20 min walk - ‪Birddie Restaurante - ‬13 min walk - ‪L14 - ‬11 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Villa Farol OCV - Ocean Front have a pool? > Yes, this property has a pool. ### How much does it cost to stay at Villa Farol OCV - Ocean Front? > As of 4 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Villa Farol OCV - Ocean Front on 26 Oct 2025 start from £1,514.48, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Albufeira-Hotels-Villa-Farol-OCV-Ocean-Front.h33582811.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### Is Villa Farol OCV - Ocean Front pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Villa Farol OCV - Ocean Front? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Villa Farol OCV - Ocean Front? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Villa Farol OCV - Ocean Front located? > Situated near the beach, this villa is within a 10-minute walk of Praia da Galé East and Gale Beach. Sao Rafael Beach is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Villa Farol OCV - Ocean Front Reviews 8.2 ### Very good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 10 Cleanliness ### 8.8 Location 10 - Excellent 6 8 - Good 3 6 - Okay 3 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 0 ### 6/10 Okay #### Cheryl W. 13 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy Disliked: Check-in, communication #### Amazing views Lovely villa, very close to the beach in a quiet location but plenty of places to eat ##### Cheryl W. Stayed 7 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### mary j. 4 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Celebrating 60 Lovely home with enough space that we were comfortable. We ate every meal outside at the large dining table. The view of the ocean is amazing, especially at sunset. ##### mary j. Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Maria M. 7 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy #### Mrs Villa was very well stocked and well managed. Area was noisy at night and with windows open, a little difficult to get sleep sometimes. Management left a nice gift box which helped us the first day - very nice of them. ##### Maria M. Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Carlos L. 24 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Pleasant Stay Overal it was a great experience. Communication with the manager was flawless. The house is walking distance to the beach and has an amazing view. Kitchen is nice size and has all the amenities you need for a group stay. They also have a nice laundry area with washing machine. Not giving 5 star rating due to: The pool is ok, we had two babys with us so the fact that the pool doesn't have a low dept zone in one of the ends it made a bit harder to enjoy. We caught a heat wave and the house doesn't have air-conditioning. ##### Carlos L. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Amanda H. 12 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication Disliked: Location, listing accuracy #### Lovely Villa Great communication throughout, thank you. Villa described as Beach Front Location, although it’s about 5 properties from the beachfront. The villa is by the side of a car park & unfortunately there was a lot of car racing going on in the car park after midnight. The pool is very deep each end, I am 5’8” & couldn’t stand up in the pool, therefore completely unsuitable for children that cannot swim as it’s not fenced off. Cooker hob gave some challenges as none of us could work it out & couldn’t find any instructions. Amazing Pizza Restaurant right next door. Easy walk to Galé Beach. Would I return? Yes but without small children. This isn’t a complaint as we had a lovely week, thank you again. ##### Amanda H. Stayed 7 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Manfred K., Bad Nenndorf, Germany 1 Nov 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Schön gelegen Alles einfach geregelt: Zugang zum Ferienhaus, Reinigung des Pools, Wechsel der Wäsche. Alles gut und genügend ausgestattet für einen angenehmen Aufenthalt. Lediglich die Waschmaschine verdient eine Wartung, es rumpelt im Schleudergang gefährlich. ##### Manfred K. Stayed 13 nights in Oct 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### KAtrin S. 28 Oct 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Super Aufenthalt Tolle Agentur. Etwas laut durch die Gastronomie und den Parkplatz. ##### KAtrin S. Stayed 22 nights in Oct 2021 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Susana 14 Jul 2020 #### Localização maravilhosa A localização é maravilhosa, são 5 minutos a pé até à praia. A casa confere com a descrição apresentada, com uma sala confortável e a cozinha está bem equipada com muita louça. O frigorífico e a máquina da louça não funcionam muito bem. A piscina tem toda a mesma profundidade, muito funda, pelo que se torna menos confortável para brincar com crianças. ##### Susana This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent 20 Jun 2020 #### Estadia maravilha A casa estava muito bem decorada e cozinha com tudo o que era necessário para se fazerem as refeições. A simpatia e prontidão da equipa da OC Villas com quem contactei. A qualidade das máquinas de louça (lava mal e a maior parte das vezes tinha que lavar à mão) e a da roupa difícil de utilização. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jocelyn I. 2 Oct 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Séjour Parfait ! Nous avons passé un séjour vraiment très agréable. La description de la maison était similaire à la réalité, nous avons même pu profiter d'un barbecue qui n'était pas prévu initialement. La maison est très agréable. Nous n'avons manqué de rien. La plage magnifique se trouve à quelques mètres à pieds. L'environnement est très agréable. Le lien avec la société ABRITEL fut très correct, cette société nous a donné de bons conseils. Ce fut un séjour parfait. La maison était très propre le ménage a même été réalisé au milieu de notre séjour, ce fut très appréciable. Nous avons l'habitude de louer des maisons à l'étranger mais je pense que celle ci arrive en numéro 1. La piscine nettoyée tous les 2 jours par un jardinier était fort agréable et très rafraichissante. Nous avons été ravis de notre séjour. ##### Jocelyn I. Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2019 ### 4/10 Poor #### Mariana C. 4 Sept 2018 #### Estadia com bastantes precalços A casa é agradável (principalmente o espaço exterior) e está muito bem localizada (5min a pé da praia). Contudo, várias coisas correram menos bem: -dia da chegada, check in suposto ser às 16h. casa só ficou disponivel às 17h15 porque antes estava a decorrer limpeza -a casa tem 3 wcs. contudo, em horas de ponta (de manhã e ao final do dia), as duas wcs do piso superior não têm água. para quem tem crianças pequenas e a casa totalmente ocupada, é uma situação bastante desagradável. acresce que num dos dias nem na casa de banho havia água... -um dos quartos tinha uma porta que dava acesso a uma varanda que estava avariada, não permitindo o acesso nem arejar o quarto (principalmente à noite, para refrescar). ficaram de arranjar na 2a semana. não foram lá, nem deram qualquer justificação -um dos dias, um dos fornecedores da casa fez alguma alteração que não nos informou. quando chegámos ao final da tarde, tinhamos o quadro eletrico constantemente a disparar ao longo de 1h, até que acabámos por desligar o disjuntor da piscina ##### Mariana C. Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2018 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 6/10 Okay #### nuno f. 15 Sept 2017 #### Coisas a rever Otima localização. Cozinha bem apetrechada de utensilios. Coisas a rever: agua com pouca pressão para tomar duche e termoacumulador devia ser maior para ter mais agua quente disponível. Se 5 pessoaa tomarem banho seguido alguém fica com água fria. Giardasol apoio partido assim como base do mesmo. Devia ter ar condicionado. Ja fiquei em variaa casas desse loteamento e esta foi a pior. ##### nuno f. Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2017 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Peter W., Belfast 24 Oct 2016 #### Fantastic well equipped villa in a stunning location. This villa is in a super location overlooking Gale beach and even whilst sitting in the large well stocked garden there was always plenty to see. The property was very clean and tidy on our arrival and the directions to it and instructions for entry etc were great. The kitchen was stocked with enough cutlery and crockery for 10 people and we found an array of cooking utensils and gadgets that would put our own kitchen to shame. The bedrooms also had lots of extra blankets in them ensuring that if it was a little chilly at night you could stay warm ( we stayed in mid October). Although there were only 3 adults in our entire group there would definitely be enough room to accommodate 7 comfortably. The villa had a lovely homely feel, and because it is located in a peaceful area we all had a very relaxing time. There is a very good restaurant within 20 meters of the front door and we visited it twice. There are several other restaurants within easy walking distance including the Michelin starred Villa Joya. I would however recommend that car hire is a must as Albufeira is 5 miles away as are the towns of Guia and Armacao de Pera . We had a fantastic holiday at this villa and could not fault anything about it. O.C. Villas are the managing company and they were outstanding to deal with from start to finish. We will definitely return to this villa and our intention is to do so more than once. ##### Peter W. Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2016