A beautiful House in an idyllic Location
Casa Moinho is a detached two bedroom stone cottage set in its own grounds amidst the attractive Monchique Mountains, in the western Algarve.
The house has a well equipped Kitchen/Diner, two Bedrooms, and two Bathrooms on the upper level and a large lounge on the lower level which is equipped with British satellite television, DVD player and two sofas of which one is a double sofa bed. A washing is also provided. Externally it has a 3mtr sq plunge pool and two patios. The Upper Patio offering all day sun with the Lower Patio shaded by a large Pomegranate Tree. In the grounds are a number of trees including Oranges, Lemons, Figs and Pomegranates that guests are able to enjoy whilst the mountain stream babbles away in the background.
Within easy reach of Beaches,golf and tourist attractions
The house is in an area of outstanding beauty around three miles from the town of Monchique, the capital of the mountains. In the town is a large municipal swimming pool which is free to use in the summer months. There are many shops, bars, restaurants, two Banks with ATMs and a taxi rank all around the Town Square and up the narrow cobbled streets. Also there are areas of interest like the stepped gardens dotted with statues and filled with attractive flowering trees and shrubs. A Central Water feature, Tiled Mosaic of the town a large open paved area which hosts Open air events and some of the many Festivals which are held in Monchique, There is a small market selling fresh vegetables and fish and a library with free internet access. However the nearest restaurant to the house is only a 3/5 minute drive away.
If you want to venture out then to the south about ten mins drive is the Spa Resort of Caldas which has a pool filled with Monchique mineral waters, restaurants, shops and a Spa. A further 20-25 mins takes you to the second city of the Algarve, Portimao and the resort of Praia do Rocha, with its striking sandstone cliffs and large sandy beaches. If you prefer a quieter more traditional beach resort then a 45 min drive from the house west to the coast of Monte Clerigo
If you are interested in walking, birdwatching or nature bring you walking shoes for Monchique is classed as location of outstanding beauty with walks including Foia, Picota and more
Great Food and great prices
The Location of the house makes it ideal for discerning people looking for a more peaceful, relaxing holiday escaping the hustle and bustle of everyday life, a place to totally relax and unwind.
The nearest restaurant is two mins drive/ 15 mins walk where the food is Portuguese, you can have someting different like Wild boar, traditional portuguese garlic bread (Migas) and pork ribs, Chicken Piri piri ,Snacks, Ice cream, Cakes. With good wine /Beer/Spirits for a fraction of the cost of the resorts. currently about 75p for a bottle of beer and from £3 for a bottle of good wine.