Title: Welcome to your coastal house in the Ria Formosa! Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=182241&destination=Olhao%2C+Faro+District%2C+Portugal&selected=104086503&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Welcome to your coastal house in the Ria Formosa! ## Photo gallery for Welcome to your coastal house in the Ria Formosa! ![Outdoor pool - Welcome to your coastal house in the Ria Formosa! (Moncarapacho)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104090000/104086600/104086503/c7772be7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Dining - Welcome to your coastal house in the Ria Formosa! (Moncarapacho)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104090000/104086600/104086503/e57ec142.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - Welcome to your coastal house in the Ria Formosa! (Moncarapacho)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104090000/104086600/104086503/8c1c4342.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV - Welcome to your coastal house in the Ria Formosa! (Moncarapacho)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104090000/104086600/104086503/81eeb8e8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV - Welcome to your coastal house in the Ria Formosa! (Moncarapacho)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104090000/104086600/104086503/c678a067.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Take advantage of a garden, a playground and laundry facilities at Welcome to your coastal house in the Ria Formosa!. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 8.8 Excellent ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 102153 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Pool - Kitchen - Washing machine - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space ## 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. ### Welcome to your coastal house in the Ria Formosa! In the eastern Algarve, next to the island of Fuseta, you will find this renovated rural house, with contemporary features, which serves 10 people, with emphasis on the outdoor spaces, private patios, a swimming pool, rooftop with stunning views of the Ria formosa, where time runs at the rhythm of the tides. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Outdoor pool - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Change of bedsheets (on request) - Change of towels on request - Housekeeping on request - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - On a river ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Motor boating 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Bed sheets changed on request - Energy-saving switches in guestrooms - Garden - Housekeeping (on request) - Recycling - Towels (changed on request) - Unit size: 2,153 square feet - Water-efficient toilets ## Similar properties ![Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68050000/68048400/68048336/9bbc12ed.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Pure Formosa Concept Hotel Olhao - 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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 This property accepts cash 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 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 150356/AL ## About the area Located in Olhao, this holiday home is on a river. 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 Cabanas Beach and Faro Island Beach. Tavira Living Science Center and Algarve Living Science Center are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Olhao travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Olhao.dx182241) [View more Holiday homes in Olhao](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Olhao-Private-Holiday-Homes.d182241-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.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%7C37.04610%2C-7.77046&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=LAjXK8KF39MxtuDJ0Ebl3CFNH4A=) Moncarapacho, Faro ### What's nearby - ![Ria Formosa Natural Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6118605/06bce89f-5af6-4613-ac7a-e3bdda327517.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Ria Formosa Natural Park 1 min walk \- 0.0 miles - ![Olhao Harbour](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6118600/d7eb9755-7180-46f6-905b-c27e1b732e41.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Olhao Harbour 11 min drive \- 5.7 miles - ![Vilamoura Marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6081799/710c97bd-90d6-4920-ad73-03555d1a6925.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Vilamoura Marina 41 min drive \- 29.2 miles - ![Falesia Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6081797/8c6a47ec-445b-4263-a158-59415dd8dfd2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Falesia Beach 43 min drive \- 29.6 miles - ![Albufeira Old Town Square](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6157592/95afaf67-f580-41ec-8f68-5c2b90307426.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Albufeira Old Town Square 51 min drive \- 42.7 miles ### Getting around - Tavira Station 23 min drive - Faro (FAO-Faro Intl.) 35 min drive ### Restaurants - Á Da Morcona 4 min drive - Restaurante António 9 min drive - Marieta’s café 13 min walk - O Primo dos Caracóis 4 min drive - Franguinho da Ria 4 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Welcome to your coastal house in the Ria Formosa! have a pool? ### Is Welcome to your coastal house in the Ria Formosa! pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Welcome to your coastal house in the Ria Formosa!? ### What time is check-in at Welcome to your coastal house in the Ria Formosa!? ### What time is check-out at Welcome to your coastal house in the Ria Formosa!? ### Where is Welcome to your coastal house in the Ria Formosa! located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Welcome to your coastal house in the Ria Formosa! Reviews ## Reviews ### Excellent 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 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.4 Cleanliness ### 8.6 Location ## Reviews Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Saskia D. 13 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Mooi vakantiehuis, tussen de lokale inwoners . Mooi uitzicht op de Ria de Formosa, waar je heel goed kunt wandelen. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/e3e0ae36-14d1-4e74-9347-f20ef5edf97b-1749834911729.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/79216231-1665-43e5-9dc0-300e2eeb10ca-1749834912331.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/e4fe1e62-b5a5-4f50-9379-09c4e3efd44f-1749834912543.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/f45ab1bb-ba80-463e-83b4-dfa442ce7aa5-1749834914257.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Saskia D. Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brian t. 2 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location #### Dejlig hus i Algarve Det var en meget hyggeligt hus og alt i huset fungerede som det skulle.Med bil, tæt på alt. Med en cykel ville man også kunne komme nemt til badestrand og indkøbs stederDer var dog et minus når naboen grillede kom der røg ind. ##### Brian t. Stayed 21 nights in Apr 2025 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Stéphanie L. 4 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy #### Belles et bonnes vacances ! Une belle maison à la campagne dans un environnement très rurale et calme. ##### Stéphanie L. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024 ### Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > - [AP Adriana Beach Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Albufeira-Hotels-AP-Adriana-Beach-Resort.h1516199.Hotel-Information) > - [Alto Club, Alvor. 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