Located in Sesmarias within a short walk of Carvoeiro Tennis Club, this villa is within a mile (2 km) of Gramacho Pestana Golf. The villa includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a dining area.
Albufeira Old Town Square - 31 min drive - 21.8 miles
Getting around
Lagoa Ferragudo Station - 13 min drive
Portimao (PRM) - 29 min drive
Restaurants
Smiler's Bar - 4 min drive
chef’s kitchen - 4 min drive
Café Central - 4 min drive
Galo d' Ouro - 4 min drive
Restaurante Oasis - 4 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Stylish Garden Villa • Hot Tub • Fireplace • Wi-Fi
Modern, cozy 2BR villa with fireplace & hot tub — ideal for families, couples & remote workers.
Beaches, hikes & golf nearby.
Newly renovated with lush garden, BBQ, fast Wi-Fi, modern kitchen, espresso machine, washing machine and dryer, private parking & self check-in.
Designed for comfort in every season. Sleeps 6.
Casa Rubi is a bright, stylish and thoughtfully designed villa made for comfort in every season. With two bedrooms and two full bathrooms (one ensuite), it sleeps up to 6 guests and blends modern design with cozy, home-like warmth.
🛏️ Sleep & Comfort
Both bedrooms have beds with firm mattresses, large built-in wardrobes, ceiling fans and mosquito screens.
The ensuite master bedroom features a queen bed (160cm) plus a day bed that opens into two single beds (2 x 80cm) — ideal for children. A dedicated workspace with garden views makes remote working easy. It also includes A/C for heating and cooling.
The second bedroom has a double bed (140cm) and infrared heating.
🛋️ Relax & Live
The cozy living room includes a fireplace for cooler evenings, A/C for heating and cooling and a double sofa bed (best suited for one adult).
The dining area has a ceiling fan for guests who prefer natural airflow and a view of the ocean.
Mosquito screens throughout allow fresh breezes while keeping insects out.
High chair and baby cot available on request, making Casa Rubi family-friendly.
A washer and dryer inside the home make extended stays effortless.
🍳 Cook & Dine
The brand-new kitchen is fully equipped with dishwasher, microwave, espresso machine, toaster, kettle, and full cookware — ideal for everyday meals or long stays.
🌞 Garden Oasis
Step into your sunny garden oasis, exclusively for guests, with fruit trees (figs, nectarines, oranges, mandarins, pomegranates, lemons in season), a sunny deck with loungers, hammock, outdoor shower, built-in BBQ, and shaded dining terrace — perfect for slow mornings and al-fresco dinners.
The private hot tub can be enjoyed all year round and can fit up to 4 people.
Our outdoor infrared heater keeps the terrace warm, so you can enjoy breakfast and dinner outside even on crisp winter days.
🌍 Designed for Every Season
Whether you're here for winter sun, a summer holiday, or a peaceful work-from-anywhere retreat, Casa Rubi offers:
Fast Wi-Fi & dedicated workspace
Indoor fireplace + A/C heating
Outdoor private hot tub for up to 4 people
Ceiling fans + shutters for cool summer comfort
Washer & dryer for long stays
Self check-in & private parking
🔑 Guest Access
Guests have full, private access to the entire main house, garden, terrace, hot tub, outdoor dining and BBQ area, as well as the gated driveway with parking for up to three cars.
Self check-in is available via lockbox for convenience and flexibility.
We respect your privacy and want you to feel completely at home. Self check-in makes arrival easy, but we're always available via phone or message if you need anything during your stay. We live nearby and are happy to assist with recommendations or questions, while giving you plenty of space to relax.
🏡 Surrounding Area
Casa Rubi is located in a residential area (with occasional passing cars) about 3 km from the center of Carvoeiro — an authentic neighborhood that gives you space to relax, while still offering easy access to beaches, restaurants, and local attractions.
From the house, guests can enjoy beautiful walks through the surrounding streets, where you'll pass impressive homes, lush gardens, forested areas, and even natural gorges. It’s a wonderful area to explore on foot, especially for nature lovers, architecture fans, or anyone who enjoys discovering the Algarve beyond the tourist spots.
🌴 Local Highlights — Everything Within Easy Reach
Stay in the heart of the Algarve coast, perfectly positioned between Carvoeiro and Benagil. From iconic beaches and cliff hikes to local vineyards, charming fishing villages, and historic castles — everything is just a short drive away. You can also order an uber if you don’t have a car.
Casa Rubi is located minutes from the Algarve’s most iconic attractions — Benagil Cave (6 min), the Seven Hanging Valleys Trail (5 min), Praia da Marinha (9 min), and the charming Carvoeiro village (7 min). Explore Algarve’s famous cliff walks, golden beaches, local wineries, and historic landmarks like Silves Castle (18 min) or the Monchique Mountain range (35 min). Within a short drive you’ll also reach Ponta da Piedade, Praia da Luz and Lagos’ beautiful coastline (30–35 min). This central location makes it easy to enjoy the Algarve’s top beaches, nature trails, culture, and food — all from one peaceful base.
🏖 Beaches
Praia do Carvalho – 4 min
Praia de Vale Centeanes – 5 min
Praia do Carvoeiro (town beach) – 7 min
Praia da Marinha – 15 min
Praia de Benagil (cave beach) – 6 min
Praia da Luz – 35 min
Praia Falesia – 44 min
🌊 Nature & Adventure
Seven Hanging Valleys Trailhead (Start Point at Vale Centeanes) – 12 min
Benagil Cave (viewpoint from above) – 6 min
Alfanzina Lighthouse – 5–6 min
Boat tours to caves & coast – 5–7 min
Algar Seco Boardwalk – 7 min
Ponta de Piedade – 39 min
🏛 Culture & Authentic Algarve
Ferragudo fishing village – 6 min
Silves Castle & Old Town – 17 min
Monchique Mountains – 35 min
Caldas de Monchique (thermal village) – 30 min
Lagos Old Town – 33 min
Chapel Nossa Senhora da Rocha – 17 min.
🍷 Local Wineries
Morgado do Quintão – 10 min
Quinta dos Vales – 12 min
Monte do Além – 13 min
⛳ Golf
Vale de Milho Golf – 4 min
Pestana Vale da Pinta – 10 min
Pestana Gramacho – 12 min
Amendoeira Golf Resort – 20 min
👨👩👧👦 Family Activities
Slide & Splash Waterpark – 7 min
Sand City (Sand Sculpture Park) – 10 min
🏥 Nearest Hospital
Hospital de Portimão (Public) – 18 min
🛒 Groceries
Intermarché Lagoa – 6–7 min
Aldi – 7 min
Apolónia Premium Supermarket – 7–8 min
✈️ Airport Proximity
- 45min drive from Faro International Airport
- 2h30min from Lisbon Airport
✅ Guest Notes
Bedrooms face the garden and all windows are double glazed to ensure quieter rest, though when opened you may hear occasional road noise outdoors — a worthwhile trade-off for being just minutes from beaches, coastal walks, golf, and Carvoeiro centre.
Also:
✽ The sofa bed in the living room is best suited for children or one adult.
✽ Up to two children can also sleep in the main en-suite bedroom in a double pull out bed.
✽ A baby cot and high chair are available upon request.
✽ The second bedroom has a ceiling fan but not A/C and it is heated with an oil radiator.
✽ Fruit trees in the garden (figs, pomegranates, nectarines, citrus) are seasonal and may not be in fruit during your stay.
✽ There is a separate private annex on the property, not accessible to guests.
✽ This is not a secluded rural retreat — you may hear cars in the garden.
✽ Smoking is not allowed anywhere on the property.
✽ Pets are welcome only upon request and under strict rules.
✽ For monthly stays we require a security deposit to cover for the cost of utilities. Hot tub access is offered at an extra cost.
The villa is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and 2 bathrooms, and there's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms and a dining area. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. The bathroom offers hair dryers and bidets. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a coffee maker.
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If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Single level property
Well-lit path to entrance
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near the marina
Things to do
Water park
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Kayaking nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkeling nearby
Swimming nearby
Theme park nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
General
Property does not allow children
Unit size: 969 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
This property welcomes pets
Dogs and cats only
1 total (218 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
Service animals exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
This property doesn't allow children
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated 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
Check-in: 4:00 PM
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Property Registration Number 167843/AL
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.
Property is also known as
803455
Frequently asked questions
What's there to see near this villa?
This villa is situated in Sesmarias within a short 12-minute walk of Carvoeiro Tennis Club. You'll also find Carvoeiro Beach and Slide and Splash Water Park within a short drive.
Will I be able to park at this villa?
No, this villa doesn't offer parking.
Is this villa next to a casino?
No, this villa is not connected to a casino.
Is there an indoor pool at this villa?
No, this villa doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is a hot tub.
What amenities will couples enjoy at Stylish Garden Villa • Hot Tub • Fireplace • Wi-Fi?
Amenities that appeal to couples at this villa include a fireplace, a kitchen, and a smart TV.
Does Stylish Garden Villa • Hot Tub • Fireplace • Wi-Fi have a hot tub?
Yes, guests can enjoy a spa tub at this villa.
Does this villa offer breakfast?
No, this villa doesn't offer breakfast.
Does this villa allow pets to stay free of charge?
Although cats and dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this villa.
Are there connecting rooms at this villa?
No, there aren't connecting rooms at this villa.
Where is the closest airport to this villa?
The closest major airport to this villa is Portimao (PRM), which is 8.4 mi away (29 minutes by car). Another top airport is Faro Intl. Airport (FAO), which is around 29.2 mi away.
Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Stylish Garden Villa • Hot Tub • Fireplace • Wi-Fi?
No, there aren't any villas with balconies at Stylish Garden Villa • Hot Tub • Fireplace • Wi-Fi.