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Terms and Conditions
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- If there are restrictions advising against travel to your chosen destination country, you will be able to cancel your villa and receive a holiday voucher for the full amount paid for your villa to rebook when you are ready to do so.
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Villa Altair, Gale, Algarve
Villa Summary
- Outdoor Private Pool
- Jacuzzi Style Bath
- Air Conditioning Cold Heat*
Villa Altair Overview
Villa Altair enjoys a truly delightful location. Nestled in a colourful Mediterranean garden this outstanding Villa is within walking distance of the lovely sandy beaches of Castelo, Coelha and Gale, all of which boast respected waterfront restaurants and just some of several beaches found along this privileged coastline to have been awarded the coveted Blue Flag for cleanliness. As lovely as the interiors of this impressive Villa are, we believed that most of your time will be spent outdoors in the expansive grounds, which feature an abundance of outdoor terraces with an eye-catching private swimming pool basking proudly in a very sunny and secluded spot. This idyllic experience is never more sublime than when the sun sets, the perfect time for a sun downer whilst the barbecue is lit!
*Additional Charges may apply. Please see the extras in the basket when booking.
Changeover Days
Usual day is Saturdays.
Mid-May - Mid-September is fixed, flexible at any other times.
Check in and out times
Check in: 16:00
Check out: 10:00
Ground Floor
Bedroom 1
Twin Beds, Ensuite Shower room, Doors to Terrace Gardens, Air Conditioning Cold Heat*
Guest WC
Toilet, Basin
Kitchen
Oven, Hob, Microwave, Dishwasher, Fridge Freezer, Washing Machine, Area with Dining Table and Chairs
Lounge
DVD Player, Comfortable Seating, Area with Dining Table and Chairs, Doors to Terrace Gardens, Air Conditioning Cold Heat*, Sat TV Few English Channels
First Floor
Bedroom 2
Double Bed, Ensuite Bathroom, Jacuzzi Style Bath, Balcony, Air Conditioning Cold Heat*
Bedroom 3
Twin Beds, Ensuite Shower room, Balcony, Air Conditioning Cold Heat*
Bedroom 4
Twin Beds, Ensuite Shower room, Balcony, Air Conditioning Cold Heat*
Outdoors
Terrace
Covered Terrace, Open Terrace, Alfresco Dining Facilities, Sun Loungers, Garden Furniture, Portable BBQ, Enclosed Garden, Lawn
Parking
Off Road Parking
Pool
Private Pool, Pool Size: 8.00m x 5.00m, Pool Depth: 0.80m - 1.75m, Ladder Access to Pool, Poolside Shower, Steps Access,
Mobility Statement
To access the villa there is a path which is 500cm wide which leads to the villa itself. The front door has a width of 133cm and other doors that access the pool area are the patio doors from the lounge which are 94cm wide, there is also a ramp available to reach the pool. Paths from the villa to the pool area are 120cm wide, the grounds are flat and the pool has roman steps to enter. The ground is flat, there are 4 steps down to the pool area and the ramp is across the grass area. The widest bedroom door on the ground floor is 75cm wide which is the twin room and the widest bathroom door on the ground floor is 73cm wide which is the ensuite. The door into the kitchen/dining area is 78cm wide and the door into the lounge area is 150cm wide. *Please note that although every effort has been made to ensure the information provided is accurate, errors can occur and if you need to find out more specific information about the villa, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Tourist Licence
7998/AL
Nearest Airport
Faro Airport (FAO)
Resort Description
A sweeping three miles stretch of perfectly manicured golden sand dominates this part of the Portuguese coastline, and is backed by dramatic limestone cliffs making it one of the Algarve's most picturesque resorts. Gale beach (or Praia de Gale) is suitable for all ages, with calming waters ideal for paddling on some days, and on others there are stronger waves making water sports a great option. Our villas in Gale are within easy reach of the beach, whilst the vibrant town of Albufeira is just a short drive away.
10/10
Sat 05 Sep 2015
Ken Dawson
Gorgeous villa - extremely clean and maintained throughout. Good restaurants and bars close by and supermarkets a ten minute walk away. Plenty of stunning beaches nearby - some busy, some quiet depending on your tastes. Albufeira is only a short drive or taxi ride away. Would certainly recommend. Thanks for a great holiday.
10/10
Sat 22 Apr 2017
Berenice Allen
The villa is beautiful in a very good position and close to restaurants and a few bars.
10/10
Sat 28 May 2016
Simon Welch
Excellent villa, plenty of space, private bathrooms and lots of facilities. Spotlessly clean. We had a wonderful family holiday, recommended. Thank you Solmar.
10/10
Sat 01 Apr 2017
Julie Bellingham
Beautiful villa. Very spacious spotlessly clean and good location. Excellent value for money
10/10
Sat 02 Jul 2016
Peter Norton
Villa is well maintained, clean and secure, its a short walk (and even shorter drive) to local amenities such as supermarkets, restaurants and beaches.
10/10
Tue 02 May 2017
geoffrey thomas
The villa was exceptional and to a high stranded. The pool was clean and lovely area to sit and relax.
10/10
Sat 03 Oct 2015
Amanda McNulty
The villa was in a great location. It was absolutely spotless and had everything we needed. Car hire is recommended to visit the nearby beaches, restaurants (which you can walk to) and to visit other resorts in the Algarve. The pool at the villa and the outside area are very nice and well maintained. Would not hesitate in staying at this villa again.
10/10
Sat 01 Oct 2016
John Ewing
Location is great. Close to restaurants and area is quiet. Villa was spotless.
10/10
Sat 21 May 2016
anita duncan
Lovely resort lots of nice beaches within walking distance and nice restrunants nearby supermarkets only downside if you want to go to new /old town need taxis if you've not hired a car taxis cost about 12-15 euro each way this can add up over week. The villa is excellent everything you could ask for and very roomy and clean great for a relaxing week with your own pool for a large group. Have used solmar villas for years and will continue to use for future holidays.
8/10
Sat 03 Sep 2016
Lynne Roberts
Spacious, well equipped, well maintained and presented. Resort had some lovely restaurants in easy reach. Supermarkets were either walkable (Spar) or close by for larger stores.
10/10
Wed 27 Apr 2016
Ilan Hasson
The villa is beautifull, clean and new. With a big living room, a nice garden and swimming pool. All the rooms have a personal shower or bath.
10/10
Thu 07 Apr 2016
Paul Harris
Lovely villa. Very clean and well furnished. Everything you could want for a relaxing holiday. We went in April just before the weather warmed up so could have wished for some form of heating during the cooler evenings. We loved the proximity of the local beaches which were within walking distance (less than a mile). Local beaches suitable for children and numerous hidden coves with small beaches for the more adventurous. Cliff walks to these coves are not suitable for small children as they are sometimes precarious and tiring to negotiate. OK for fit walkers of any age though! Found very good eating places specialising in Portugese food where the local people eat - and cheap! One was about half a kilometre west of the marina at Albufeira.
10/10
Wed 01 Jun 2016
Anonymous
Rated Excellent. Beautiful villa, spacious and had everything we needed for a relaxing holiday. Grounds were well kept and pool lovely, I have recommended this holiday to everyone I know.
10/10
Wed 01 Oct 2014
V Mills
Rated Excellent. We had a fabulous stay at Casa Altair. Spotlessly clean, quiet position apart from the cockerel who liked the sound of his voice at odd times of the day! The villa was well maintained with lovely bathrooms and ample kitchen accessories. The exterior was wonderful, just a few steps down to the pool with well-maintained gardens. Highly recommended.
8/10
Sat 03 Oct 2009
John.
The Villa was fantastic. The area was very quiet this year. The beach is beautiful. This was our second visit to the same villa and it suited us for the type of holiday we were looking for. It was kept clean and tidy, inside and out.
8/10
Sat 21 May 2011
Mrs Davey
We had a great holiday at Villa Altair, it was perfect for our needs, clean, modern, nice pool and quiet. We wouldn't hesitate to go back. Maureen was very helpful and promptly sorted out our query. Restaurants we would recommend Jompras, which you can walk to, Praia Grande, Pedras Amarelas, which is on the beach at Gale and Apolonia do great kebabs for the BBQ!! The cleaners did come every 2 or 3 days and our towels were changed frequently. Very impressed. Thankyou.
10/10
Wed 01 Jun 2016
Anonymous
Rated Excellent. Villa was lovely and spacious, and very well kept.
10/10
Mon 01 Jul 2013
Mrs Golia
Rated Excellent. We had a great stay at this villa, as we did the previous year. It is very spacious, has a great pool, and lovely shade in the garden, plus it is well maintained.
10/10
Thu 01 Aug 2013
Anonymous
I'd rate my overall experience for this villa as: Excellent Pictures on ur website don't do this villa justice.
8/10
Mon 01 Apr 2013
Mrs Hodson
Good quiet location with restaurants/ bars nearby.
10/10
Wed 01 May 2013
Anonymous
Excellent Wonderful villa and really good support from the booking agency solmar villas.
8/10
Sat 30 May 2009
L McGirl
A truly lovely villa - spacious, comfortable, clean and roomy with a lovely pool and outdoor area. No complaints at all. There was a very good reatsuarant at the end of the road but cant remember the name and another one a bit further out on the road to wars albufeira. we are very likley to travel with you again. Thanks.
10/10
Thu 01 May 2014
Mr Smith May
Rated Excellent This is the second time I have used Solmar and I have another booking with them later this year. That should speak volumes
10/10
Fri 01 May 2015
Mr Stalker
Rated Excellent - The villa was absolutely stunning. There was 6 of us and a toddler staying there and we couldn't have asked for better accommodation. The pool was a perfect size but a tad cold! The bedrooms were lovely with their own en suite bathroom. One of the rooms had a jacuzzi bath. There was a BBQ which we used. A nice terrace to sit at in the evenings. A great bar and restaurant a short walk called JK's. Lovely breakfast there. An amazing fish restaurant called Pedras Amarelas down at the beach front. Maybe a 20 minute walk from the villa. Delicious. The villa was exceptionally clean and the cleaners came twice during the week asking if we wanted the rooms cleaned. A short taxi ride from albufeira which cost about 15 euros. In Alburfeira itself there was a most delicious restaurant called The Cockerel Country Kitchen. Well worth a visit. We will definitely use Solmar Villas again.
10/10
Sun 01 May 2016
Andrew Duncan
The villa is excellent everything you could ask for and very roomy and clean great for a relaxing week with your own pool for a large group. Have used solmar villas for years and will continue to use for future holidays.
10/10
Wed 01 Jun 2016
Simon Welch
Excellent villa, plenty of space, private bathrooms and lots of facilities. Spotlessly clean. We had a wonderful family holiday, recommended. Thank you Solmar.
8/10
Fri 01 Jul 2016
Peter Norton
Villa is well maintained, clean and secure, its a short walk (and even shorter drive) to local amenities such as supermarkets, restaurants and beaches.
8/10
Tue 13 Nov 2018
John Ewing
Great location for a quiet relaxing holiday!
9/10
Thu 15 Nov 2018
Andrea Curtiss
A lovely, clean and well maintained villa with great pool and gardens. Sadly no supplies are provided in the villa, so a food pack is essential if arriving late.. Plenty of local restaurants, some within walking distance, and beautiful beaches you can walk to in about 20 mins. Nearest large supermarket is quite a walk away but there is a very small shop 5 mins away. Would definitely return but will hire a car next time.
10/10
Tue 04 Jun 2019
John Curtis
The villa was spotless and very well presented. Everything provided was of a good standard and worked properly. The cleaning staff (house on a Wednesday and pool on Friday) were polite and quick. Our only niggle was that the house opposite had a dog who barked constantly when its owner was at work - and she had 3 night shifts when we were there. PS use the Ocean rather than the Spar. Its much better and there is a great fishmonger next door. PPS thanks to Dean for your very useful tips and hints sheet
10/10
Mon 05 Aug 2019
Johannes Brøgger
It was good
10/10
Wed 28 Aug 2019
Farida Wyatt
Very spacious villa we all loved the pool.
