Title: Stunning 3 Bed Villa with private pool and rural views Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - 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 # Stunning 3 Bed Villa with private pool and rural views Villa in Sao Bras de Alportel with private pool and kitchen ## Photo gallery for Stunning 3 Bed Villa with private pool and rural views ![Pool - Stunning 3 Bed Villa with private pool and rural views (Sao Bras de Alportel)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33600000/33598800/33598734/57ca31ed.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail - Stunning 3 Bed Villa with private pool and rural views (Sao Bras de Alportel)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33600000/33598800/33598734/37f089b8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Stunning 3 Bed Villa with private pool and rural views (Sao Bras de Alportel)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33600000/33598800/33598734/c6975a3d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books - Stunning 3 Bed Villa with private pool and rural views (Sao Bras de Alportel)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33600000/33598800/33598734/e2c14467.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Stunning 3 Bed Villa with private pool and rural views (Sao Bras de Alportel)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33600000/33598800/33598734/99188980.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Perched in the heart of Algarve, this luxurious villa offers a serene retreat. With an inviting private pool and spacious patio, unwind and soak up the sun or explore nearby Sao Bras de Alportel and Loule with their restaurants, bars, cafes. Enjoy covered al fresco dining on the BBQ-equipped terrace. ## Reviews 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 7 ## Popular amenities - 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. ### Stunning 3 Bed Villa with private pool and rural views Luxury 3 Bed , fully air conditioned Villa between Sao Bras de Alportel and Loule, Centrally located in the Algarve, Portugal. Sleeps 7\. Perfect For exploring the beautiful Algarve or just relaxing by the pool. This is a spacious, well furnished, detached, luxury villa set in beautifully presented private grounds. With its elevated position and stunning views across the countryside, the villa is the perfect place to unwind. It is ideal for relaxing by the private pool with its spacious patio, BBQ and covered terrace for al fresco dining or for exploring the Algarve. Only about 5 minutes drive from Sao Bras and 10 minutes from Loule with their restaurants, bars and cafes and only 5 minutes stroll to a popular Café with its friendly bar and traditional Portugese cuisine. Sao Bras is centrally located in the Algarve and only 25 minutes from Faro airport and a variety of lovely beaches and attractions. There are 3 bedrooms - 2 double rooms (king size) and a 3rd with 3 single beds and all are en-suite. The Villa is furnished to a very high standard and benefits from internet TV including live UK channels and wi-fi. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the villa: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car recommended - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Bidet - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Wood stove ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Garden - Patio - Terrace ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - Near a hospital ### Things to do - Golf - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Sailing nearby - Windsurfing 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 - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33970000/33963300/33963300/a3299300.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Villa 10mns walk from the beach, private pool, wifi, barbecue, air condic Albufeira - Pool - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer 9.8 Exceptional 26 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-04&endDate=2026-03-05&selected=33963300&PinnedHotelID=33963300&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach nearby, sun-loungers, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34470000/34467800/34467764/dc900f26.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Country Houses - 2 Bedroom Family House with Pool Olhão - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Free Wi-Fi 10 Exceptional 7 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-04&endDate=2026-03-05&selected=34467764&PinnedHotelID=34467764&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33590000/33586000/33585962/9268f50a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hilltop villa with lovely pool and stunning views,. 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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 Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 7 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, a first aid kit and a deadlock 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 recommended for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as Stunning 3 Bed Villa with private pool and rural views Villa ## About the area Located in Sao Bras de Alportel, this villa is in a rural area. Faro Marina and Vilamoura Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Ria Formosa Natural Park and Falesia Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Algarve Stadium or Estádio de São Luís. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and windsurfing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and mountain biking. 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Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Stunning 3 Bed Villa with private pool and rural views Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional 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 42 8 - Good 6 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location ## Reviews ### 8/10 Good #### Kathryn S. 9 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy We had a very relaxing stay here. The house was beautiful, comfortable and cool and the children loved the pool. Each room had air conditioning and en-suite bathrooms. Unfortunately on the last night, our youngest child wet the bed. I stripped and washed the bedding and left a note to say what had happened. The mattress had to be replaced and we were asked to pay an extra 220\. This was a bit gutting having spent thousands on the accomodation, and after having had such a lovely week. One of those things, but those travelling with young kids - remember to pack a mattress protector! ##### Kathryn S. Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Veerle C. 20 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Comfortable villa in beautiful location We loved staying in this beautiful house! It’s very spacious, well equipped, nicely decorated and the outdoor area gives you an instant holiday feeling. We have some great family memories to look back on! ##### Veerle C. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bryan P. 18 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful villa Villa was very modern, all amenities in place. Great terraces and lovely pool. Nice quiet area of the Algarve but close enough to local restaurants etc. Great communication with the owners and Alison who looks after the villa. Definitely be staying again 😂 ##### Bryan P. Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bill H. 9 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice place The property was as advertised and support from Anne was great. The neighborhood was a bit noisy but otherwise fine. The restaurant down the street, Rui's, was the best meal we had in Portugal. ##### Bill H. Stayed 7 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### DIANE N. 1 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fabulous Lovely villa, pool, surrounding area, amazing views, very homely and comfortable just a shame of the close proximity of the neighboring villa, as we love seclusion but had a fabulous 19 days. ##### DIANE N. Stayed 18 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### julian c. 1 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing Portugal the house and location were superb, very comfy property, lovely views, well equipped, good AC if needed, you will not go wrong if you rent Annes house, it was easy to get to Faro and many nearby things to do - buggy ride into the hills, off road, quad biking, off road, teens could also drive, karting, great restaurant's with in 15 minutes drive or less at the lcoa town, great holiday ##### julian c. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Timothy A. 24 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent Property for relaxing family holiday Lovely villa with one of the best layouts of all the villas we have been in over the 25 years of coming to the Algarve. The pool was positioned perfectly for the sun all day and the pool heating enabled us to use the pool everyday of our holiday. The area has some amazing restaurants and Quinta da Tor winery is well worth a visit for the tour tasting and tapas. As cat lovers it was a pleasure having Mia visit most days. ##### Timothy A. Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Grahame C. 11 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful Holiday in very pleasant Villa with beautiful views Having stayed in a number of Villas in the Sao Bras area over the past 20 years this was one of the most pleasant. On arrival access to the Villa was as per the instructions and everything was pleasing on the eye. All facilities within the Villa were top class and the Villa very spacious; pool was visited twice during our stay which was reassuring. The Villa was visited once by the Cleaner, a very pleasant young lady, who did a thorough job. We had an issue with the wind on a couple of nights and consequently we laid the Parasols on the ground during that period. All in all a very enjoyable stay. ##### Grahame C. Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dave G. 11 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great villa - truly deserves 5 stars! We really enjoyed the pool and the villa felt immediately comfortable. Lots of utensils, storage, drying facilities and the like made for a very relaxing stay. The villa was spotless and we found the bbq to be one of the best we've used on holiday! We all slept well (in the comfortable beds) and found the area to be a great location to explore the eastern end of the Algarve. Highlights for us were Tavira - such a beautiful and historical town with great shops and eating places - and driving out into the hills above visiting towns such as Salir and Alte. Overall we've had a wonderful holiday and we would love to return at some point! Muito obrigado! PS - our restaurant recommendation is Sal da Serra - 5 minutes down the road from the villa. Spicy food from Mozambique along with delicious traditional Portuguese dishes. We absolutely loved it! ##### Dave G. Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anna S. 28 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great home form home We had a great stay at Casa de Pedra Furada. The pool was great - we opted for the heating which was a winning decision for the kids especially. We are mainly at the villa, which was made so easy, as it was very well equipped. Made use of the terrace and BBQ and enjoyed the views at breakfast and dinner. The great TV options came in handy as we had a day of weather warnings. Beds were comfy, clean and the area is super quiet, so lovely nights sleep all round. The space looks so much smaller in the photos - it’s a fabulous airy space, with high ceilings. We had a hire car, which I think would be essential. We didn’t drive for more than an hour (one way) and experienced diverse beaches, water parks, lakes and historic picturesque towns. A great base and a fabulous place for families. Thank you. ##### Anna S. Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Howden S. 25 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy The villa has everything you need. Great outdoor space. 3 big bathrooms (2 en-suite) and a great living area. Feels very safe but the area is very safe.If you are looking for a quiet relaxing stay in a rural village this is for you. ##### Howden S. Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Victoria W. 6 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Beautiful villa with everything you need. Views are amazing. Pool is very good and warm. Seating outside is great with a lovely table area. We loved it. Know the area well. It is quiet and relaxing. Just what we needed. ##### Victoria W. Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kishan C. 23 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Absolutely perfect ##### Kishan C. Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### ian g. 21 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### perfect villa We were a family of 7 and the villa was perfect for us in every way. Prior to arrival communications were brilliant and as we were arriving late, provisions were made available. We couldn't fault anything. Everything we could have needed was available. The views and the privacy were amazing. 2 excellent restaurants were easily at hand and to travel further, Ubers were so cheap. We can thoroughly recommend the villa, the area and plan to return. ##### ian g. Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Malin O. 28 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Outstanding Stay - Highly Recommended Everything about our stay was absolutely wonderful! The villa was amazing with breathtaking views, a fantastic pool, and situated in a perfect area. The communication with Alison was superb - she responded immediately to any questions we had and was incredibly helpful throughout our stay. We highly recommend exploring the nearby charming towns, particularly São Brás de Alportel which has such a lovely, cozy atmosphere. We also want to recommend Loulé, Olhão and Vale do Lobo beach, which were absolutely wonderful with numerous excellent restaurants and golf facilities for those who enjoy the sport. The weather was absolutely fantastic throughout our visit. Everything exceeded our expectations - we couldn't have asked for a better experience! ##### Malin O. Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Geoffrey W. 23 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A Lovely Villa Highly recommended. ##### Geoffrey W. Stayed 22 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jens N. 4 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice, quite, spacious, great view, great host Wonderful ##### Jens N. Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anthony D. 10 Aug 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely property great views Very nice property, it was large and had lovely views. ##### Anthony D. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Paulo S., Ipswich, United Kingdom 3 Sept 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderfull time with Family We love the Villa, really spacious rooms. Wonderfull terrace and great swimming pool. Love the high ceilings, good Wi-Fi and plenty of space to play with children. The boys loved the pool. And we loved the time that we spend in the Villa. To repeat. Thanks you ##### Paulo S. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gail R. 27 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful view Beautiful property with a wonderful view! The villa was spotless and Very well appointed.Alison showed us around initially and was very helpful. The outside space was also very clean and well kept.The pool was a delight on a hot day. It was lovely to walk down the lane of an evening for dinner at Rui’s.We highly recommend. ##### Gail R. Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### paul m. 22 Sept 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fantastic Family Holiday Spent a week with our son , his wife and our 18 month old grandson . The villa was perfect to accommodate us all - the 3 bedrooms were spacious , air conditioned and each with an en suite. The swimming pool was a good size . The villa had stunning views with a great outdoor seating space . Communication with the owner was great . I would recommend Ruiz steakhouse which is a comfortable 5 minute walk from the villa .We thoroughly enjoyed our weeks stay . Thankyou ##### paul m. Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rich B. 29 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful We had a wonderful stay. The house is much bigger than the photos suggest, and as others have commented, it is spotless. We tended to hit a beach (30 mins drive) in the morning and then relax at the house, by the pool, in the afternoon. The only nit we have is that a house with such a great pool should supply pool towels … we left a couple for future use :). The AC works well, and was needed but really only for quick spurts. There is a good steakhouse in walking distance, and a café, but if you want the best pizza you will ever have, head to DaJesus Pizzeria in Loulé. The Italian owner is passionate about his creations and the pizzas are fantastic! All in all, if you are looking for a wonderful, clean house, with a good pool that is away from the tourists, but easy driving to the beaches of the Algarve, we thoroughly recommend this place. ##### Rich B. Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ilze J., Riga 22 Aug 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful villa with nice view to the mountains We loved it. All of if - the house, the place, the surroundings and the time we spent there. Check in was smooth and easy (little remark to Anne - precise address or map coordinates of the property instead of description of the directions toward the villa would make it much easier to find the property, but once the manager Alison was contacted, it was all solved). Everybody was screaming happy to find out that each of the bedrooms has its own bathroom, excellent! The layout of the house makes it feel light and spacious, laundry room with washing machine was a very welcome plus, not to mention a separate outside space within a house for drying the laundry! Sure thing the place children could be found most of the time was swimming pool, but the role I was dealt was playing water tennis with our youngest, good to find swimming things as well at the pool! Outside sitting area has fantastic view, just be aware that the evening winds might make you go inside earlier than you would have wished. But anyway, gazing at the stars above from the outside space are undeniably fabulous wind or not. Having read about the dogs bothering good night sleep, I have to mention that we didn’t hear a single dog barking during the night. Maybe they were just told not to bark anymore :) Two full rows of books in English made me and our eldest daughter happily find the one and only read at the pool - each of us managed to read a book while there. TV and cartoons were consumed by our youngest prior going to sleep. And last, but not least - all communication and attitude of Anne and Alison was also very smooth, it was pleasure to know that in case we need, they were always there to answer. We would be happy to be back some day, thank you! ##### Ilze J. Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Nicholas P. 4 Jun 2018 #### WONDERFUL! Should be 5 stars really but read below. Property was stunning and a home from home. Beautiful location, wonderful restaurant and bar locally in a rural village. IMHO the best steaks we have ever had in the Algarve. We have eaten steaks in the Algarve and usually they are quite poor. Rui does not serve the usual tough flat leather with an egg on top!! We have eaten out in the central Alentejo, Beja, Castro Verde, Mertola, Alcoutim, Sagres, Tavira, (Olhao really don't bother!) and many more over the years. BACK TO THE PROPERTY AND LOCAL SURROUNDINGS. Amazing English TV channels not that we are interested but it suited our 85 year old father who can not do without it. Close to Loule and Sao Bras De Alportel. There is amazing wildlife in the garden and nearby valleys great for photography. Golden oriels in the garden! Lovely bedrooms and en-suites. Valleys and hills with awesome landscapes rivers and walks. We had the pool heated as May is never warm enough for a swim. Our two major gripes are......1.You only get one key to the back and front doors which can blow shut and lock you out. The owners suggest you leave one key in the key safe so that only leaves you with only one key to work with. Getting the keys in and out of the safe is a bind. It is so small that the keys jam in the box due to nowhere to hang the keys. Fiddly! It is no good for different family members to go off as you really do need two sets. First prestigious and high priced villa we have stayed in without two sets! 2\. You are warned that one of the entrance gates "is a little stiff"? It took two of us to open and close it so we gave up and just left them open. We would definately go back to this villa again but sadly it has missed out on 5 stars which it so deserves because of the keys and the gate. Nick, Ann, Mike ##### Nicholas P. Stayed 14 nights in May 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 3 Aug 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy Disliked: Communication #### Nice spacious rural villa to relax in It’s an 'away from the hustle/bustle' villa in a quiet rural setting. If that's the holiday you're after then this will suit the bill. Rooms are large, aircon efficient and needed! Only thing disturbing the peace was the kennels (maybe a vet's compound?) down by the local cafe/restaurant area (Rui's Steakhouse?) Come feeding time those dogs kicked up a fair racket! Far enough away really, but we can't claim it was pure undisturbed bliss the whole time Pool was nice - there's a pretty steep slope change from 'shallow end' to 'deep end' so it's one to watch out for if you have kids Generally went into Loule for shopping and eating out (Continente on the outskirts is a large hypermarket with free underground car park - nice and cool when you get back to the car to load up) Had a couple of BBQs at the villa so weren't out every night (definitely need kitchen foil if you're cooking on it as the grills are badly rusted - unavoidable with an outdoor facility unless all guests look after the items) Quarteira is nearby on the coast if you like admiring rich people's toys in the marina. It's a more lively place with a good WaterPark All in all a good villa for a holiday My ONLY gripe (and I realise with this type of review I don't get to respond to any comment from the owner (Anne and Stuart)) is that on (literally) the very last minutes of the holiday I had a very heated argument with the villa manager (Alison) which left a bad taste – the reason for 1 Star against 'Communication with the property manager' (Alison) Yes she'd contacted us asking us to be out for 10am on our last day (yep, I read it.. ok we'll be out by then, despite the fact that the Vrbo Booking showed and still shows 11am Check Out). Apparently she phoned me a day or so before our check out as well (came up as an 'unknown number while I was at a noisy restaurant in the evening so I didn't answer) She also WhatsApp'd me on the morning of our departure around about 9am. I'm not a teenager. I don't have my nose permanently pressed on the screen of my mobile phone. I was cleaning the villa before leaving (thorough clean we gave it too - that's what happens when you take a couple of 80yr olds with you on holiday as my mother-in-law would be mortified if the cleaners had to clean) Alison stormed into the villa at 9:45! To say she had a problem with us still being there would be an understatement! Argument ensued. She needs to work on her people skills! Gone by 10 anyway. Will not be back ##### Verified traveller Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022 ---