Title: The House of Shells 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 # The House of Shells Holiday home in Vila do Bispo with kitchen ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38180000/38172200/38172164/f198243b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38180000/38172200/38172164/c48901aa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38180000/38172200/38172164/6b74058a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38180000/38172200/38172164/904acad8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38180000/38172200/38172164/9dbeacbe.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location The House of Shells provides laundry facilities and more. Stay connected with in-room WiFi. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4 ## Popular amenities - Washer - Kitchen ## 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. ### The House of Shells In the beautiful fishing village of Burgau, we find this house full of soul and stories to tell. The house was all recovered in 2019, and became even more charming. Its location could not be better for beach and dive lovers, in 5 minutes you can be at the beach. The house is fulled equipped for you to enjoy each second of your stay. Burgau is a small fishing village, Its most important attraction is the small beach of Burgau Beach, surrounded by mountains that protect it from the frequent wind characteristic of the Windward. We want you to feel at home, but we humbly ask you to keep in mind the following: \- We are not a hotel, so we have neither room services nor a luggage room. Check in before 4pm is not always possible (it always depends on if we have guests leaving the same day. For this reason, the late check out may not be possible as well. \- Your reservation has our telephone contacts, so it is important that you always inform us by phone 1 hour before they arrive. "We can check you in whenever it's convenient for you." Please note, however, that since our accommodation is not a hotel unit, we do not have a reception, so all checks are between 10:00 pm and 11:59 pm will be charged a fee of € 25 to be delivered to the person who receives you Between 0:00 a. m. and 7:00 a.m. m. the fee will be € 50 to be delivered to your arrival to the person who receives you. On your arrival you will have rolls of toilet paper (2) but the rolls you need during your stay are your responsibility. This is a self catering accommodation! ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car recommended ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a village - In the city centre ### Things to do - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Parasailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkelling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming 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) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89390000/89383300/89383263/3ce86cd5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Casa Valeria is located directly by the sea - first floor Budens - Kitchen - Washer - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 9.8 Exceptional 64 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-21&endDate=2025-11-22&selected=89383263&PinnedHotelID=89383263&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach nearby, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34030000/34029800/34029701/90f6cacf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Casa Lisa - fisherman's cottage, Burgau, 1 min to beach sleeps 2/4+ baby Burgau - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space 10 Exceptional 17 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-21&endDate=2025-11-22&selected=34029701&PinnedHotelID=34029701&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18770000/18769000/18768912/3a60d396.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 4-STAR LUXURY 2 BED/2 BATH APARTMENT, POOLS, WIFI, AIR-CON, 5 MINS WALK TO BEACH Burgau - Kitchen - Washer - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 9.8 Exceptional 62 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-21&endDate=2025-11-22&selected=18768912&PinnedHotelID=18768912&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach nearby, sun-loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32660000/32653200/32653152/dcc7b66d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 'For those who Demand Much' UNIQUE PENTHOUSE 3min WALK to BEACH. 1TB!Fiber WiFi. 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Budens - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.4 Exceptional 50 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-21&endDate=2025-11-22&selected=27120754&PinnedHotelID=27120754&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM Minimum check-in age - 20 ### 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 ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## 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 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 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 Property Registration Number 96904/AL ### We should mention A car is recommended for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as The House of Shells Vila do Bispo The House of Shells Private vacation home The House of Shells Private vacation home Vila do Bispo ## About the area ![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%7C37.07296%2C-8.77274&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=aj8WhgoIk-H6yaRAOaecsMIgKNY=) Burgau, Faro #### What's nearby - Burgau Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles - Salema Beach - 9 min drive - 3.9 miles - Praia da Luz - 10 min drive - 3.4 miles - Marina de Lagos - 18 min drive - 7.8 miles - Camilo Beach - 20 min drive - 8.9 miles #### Getting around - Lagos Station - 15 min drive - Portimao (PRM) - 27 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Fortaleza Da Luz - ‬6 min drive - ‪Miam - ‬4 min walk - ‪Red Fort - ‬4 min walk - ‪Paulo's - ‬6 min drive - ‪Esquina - ‬3 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The House of Shells pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at The House of Shells? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at The House of Shells? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is The House of Shells located? > Located in the heart of Vila do Bispo, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Burgau Beach and Praia dos Rebolos. Cabanas Velhas Beach and Luz Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The House of Shells Reviews 10 ### 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 Cleanliness ### 10 Location 10 - Excellent 2 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robert R. 1 Sept 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Charming cottage in a charming village What a charming little cottage and so typically Burgau. Check-in was simple (complicated only by me!) and whilst we barely needed to contact Marcia at all, when we did she was friendly and helpful. Suited our needs perfectly. Thanks Marcia. ##### Robert R. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nadia M., Borgau 5 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Vacanza a Burgau Ho soggiornato con la mia famiglia (2 adulti e 1 bambino) per 1 settimana. La casa è in una posizione centrale ma non rumorosa. È accessoriata di tutto e molto pulita. La consiglio sicuramente ##### Nadia M. 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