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CasaWolhão - A fisherman's house in the historic district

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2 bedrooms, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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10

Exceptional

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2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 41238 sq ft

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  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

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Olhão, Faro
  • Popular LocationOlhao Municipal Market5 min walk
  • Popular LocationParque Natural da Ria Formosa15 min walk
  • Popular LocationOlhao Harbour4 min drive
  • AirportFaro (FAO-Faro Intl.)19 min drive

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About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

CasaWolhão - A fisherman's house in the historic district

The House

The story begins like this, long ago, the Barreta district of the small town of Olhao was inhabited by families of fishermen and merchants. The main fishery in this little corner of the Algarve was octopus and sardines which the fishing families dried on their roof terraces. Today, Olhao is still the largest traditional fishing port in Portugal, and the Barreta district retains its soul of yesteryear. One of its houses, Casa W Olhao is located some three hundred meters from the sea, it is surrounded by other houses of the same type. Renovated, it has two bedrooms which each overlook a different little street and two bathrooms. It is comfortable and on the top floor, you have the choice between a terrace with a beautiful lounge and deckchairs, and another with a barbecue, another lounge area and a table for dining.
Casa W Olhao is a few minutes' walk from the famous covered fish and fruit and vegetable markets, small restaurants and cafes, but remains quiet in the small traditional cobbled streets. The ferry to the islands of Armona, Culatra and Farol also.
Free parking is available on the street, right outside the house. The train station takes you to other towns in the Algarve and to the Spanish border. Faro Airport is just 18 km away. A car is not necessary.
This family house is distributed as follows: on the ground floor, the living room, the separate kitchen and a shower room. On the first floor, 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom and a nice balcony. On the second floor, a central space opens on each side onto the terraces.
You can enjoy the beaches during the day and, at nightfall, take a stroll along the gardens facing the sea. The bars and small restaurants are open all year round. We will provide you with some personal addresses.

To make your stay as smooth as possible, we have provided everything you need:
Television with satellite and cable channels, WIFI available on all floors and even on the terraces, DVD player, classic DVDs, card and domino games.
In your bathrooms: towels, soap, shampoo, toilet paper and hairdryer.
Room amenities: sheets, pillows, duvet, hangers, built-in wardrobe, safe.
For the beach, a basket with beach towels, an insulated backpack, ice packs in the freezer, a parasol and a set of snowshoes. On the terraces, deckchairs and a comfortable lounge, a coffee maker and a large parasol. The barbecue allows you to grill beautiful market vegetables, fresh fish and meat from the hills.
In the kitchen, toaster, microwave, kettle, orange press, espresso machine, hand and dishwashing detergent.
Free street parking.
Washing machine and washing capsules.
Air conditioning in one bedroom.
Iron and ironing board.
Smoke detectors.
Fire extinguisher and first aid kit.
Heater.
Fans.

Access for travelers: the whole house and the terraces.

Exchanges with travelers: during your stay, you will stay in contact with your host if necessary.

The day of your arrival:
We set the arrival time in your holiday home after 4:00 p.m. to prepare the house. You will be greeted by your host. We are flexible so that your entry coincides with the arrival time of your flight. But we cannot guarantee it.

The day of your departure:
We set the departure time at 10:00. It will be possible to leave your luggage in the house during cleaning in agreement with your host, allowing you to make the most of your vacation.

Property manager

Samuel

Languages

English, French

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car not required

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Spices
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower only
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Office
  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Limited housekeeping
  • Safe
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Local meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • In the city centre

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 1238 sq ft (115 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Long-term renters welcome
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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

A Fisherman's House in the Historic District Olhao

About the area

Olhao

Located in Olhao, this holiday home is in the city centre and near the beach. Olhao Harbour and Faro Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Faro Island Beach. Algarve Living Science Center and Karting Almancil are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Olhao Municipal Market - 5 min walk
  • Parque Natural da Ria Formosa - 15 min walk
  • Olhao Harbour - 4 min drive
  • Ilha da Culatra Beach - 10 min drive
  • Ilha da Armona Beach - 15 min drive

Getting around

  • Loule Station - 22 min drive
  • Faro (FAO-Faro Intl.) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • Hola Torito - 4 min walk
  • Restaurante O Bote - 4 min walk
  • Figo de Pita - 2 min walk
  • O Horta - 4 min walk
  • Tapas e Lendas - 3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is CasaWolhão - A fisherman's house in the historic district pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at CasaWolhão - A fisherman's house in the historic district?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at CasaWolhão - A fisherman's house in the historic district?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is CasaWolhão - A fisherman's house in the historic district located?

Located in the heart of Olhao, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Ria Formosa Natural Park and Olhao Municipal Market. Parque Natural da Ria Formosa and Olhao Harbour are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 18 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 18 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 18 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 18 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 18 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable property in a great location
This house was as expected for a converted fisherman's house in the centre of the old town. Very well equipped, with everything we needed and more. Comfortable bed, decent showers and lovely terraces. It was great having the option of two terraces on opposite sides of the house, so we could have sun or shade as we wished. Great location for many restaurants, and very handy shop just around the corner. Very short walk to the seafront and ferry.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elaine H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful location
We had a very relaxing time, the house is as described and very clean. Nice touches included tea, coffee and condiments, the water and wine on arrival were very much appreciated. This house is in a very central location, so no car required, however we were able to park nearby without difficulty. We would love to return!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vesela S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Superb
Welcoming host, cozy, stylish interiors, beautiful terraces with a grill, nice kitchen and everything else one needs for a lovely and relaxing vacation
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alan H.

Liked: Cleanliness
5* Accommodation
There was nothing that we needed to provide for ourselves and the standard of the property was 1st. class for our 3 week stay.
Stayed 21 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan Manson

Liked: Cleanliness
A beautiful house in an interesting town
The house was beautiful, very stylish, clean and well equipped. We particularly liked the roof terraces. Olhao was very interesting and not a tourist place. The house was only 15 minutes from the port so it was easy to see the islands.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Andrew C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great break
A fabulous house with everything you could need. Really well equipped. We loved the kitchen in the middle of the 2 terraces. Sun morning and afternoon. Close to all the great restaurants in town and a really quiet neighbourhood. Thank you for making us so welcome.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dominique A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Très belle expérience
Tout était parfait. Cuisine très bien équipée, il ne manquait rien. Nous avons beaucoup aimé les deux terrasses et en avons profité pleinement. Il faudrait revoir le processus de l’accueil sans plus.
Stayed 22 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Knut Håvard J.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a vounderfull stay. Property manager was great and very helpfull.
We are very satisfyed with everything here. A perfect place to stay and to have for trips to the whole Algarve cost. I can recomand this place. It is big so it is no problem to be two couple.
Stayed 13 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jutta v.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tolle zentrale Lage
In wenigen Gehminuten erreicht man alle Geschäfte und Restaurants, sowie den Hafen mit Fähranleger. Trotz zentraler Lage ist es dort ruhig zu wohnen mit toller Atmosphäre. Das Bett ist super bequem und alles blitzblank. Nach einer Woche gab es eine Zwischenreinigung mit frischer Wäsche. Unsere Erwartungen wurden voll erfüllt. Herzliche Grüße an Samuel Jutta und Uwe
Stayed 14 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Clément K., Guyancourt, France

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent séjour
Nous sommes ravis d'avoir séjourné dans cette propriété !! Nous avons beaucoup apprécié l'accueil et la communication avec notre hôte, le confort de la maison, le caractère du quartier à proximité du marché et de nombreux restaurants. Nous avons bien aimé aussi les plages (Fuseta, Armona), les visites dans la région (villes de Tavira, Estoi, ...). Nous recommandons vivement cette propriété et nous y reviendrons avec plaisir à une prochaine occasion.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2024

General property information

Check-In Time
4:00 PM
Check-Out Time
11:00 AM
Location
Olhão
Structure Type
Private vacation home