This villa places you within a 10-minute stroll of Ria Formosa Natural Park and Manta Rota Beach. The villa includes a private pool, a kitchen, and a fireplace.
Vila Real Santo Antonio Cacela Station - 8 min drive
Faro Intl. Airport (FAO) - 49 min drive
Restaurants
Chá Com Água Salgada - 9 min walk
A Camponesa - 2 min drive
Restaurante Pizzaria Mamma Lucia em Vila Real de Santo António - 5 min walk
O Finalmente - 7 min walk
Pé na Água - 5 min walk
About this property
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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Stunning 6 bed villa with heatable pool, 650m to beach. licence no. 11362/AL
Licence no. 11362/AL Stunning 6 bedrooms fully air conditioned villa with outdoor pool, ( which can be heated ) situated within the village of Manta Rota, 12km from Tavira and 12km from Vila Real de Santo Antonio. Close to all amenities and only five minutes walk from the superb sandy beach. The villa is within a few minutes drive of five superb golf courses, including the new Jack Nicklaus,Monte Rei course. The villa has a unique Spanish style 'hacienda' courtyard at the front of the house, a lovely terraced garden of vines and fruit trees, and a beautiful 8 by 4 metres outdoor heatable pool. (There is a fee for heating the pool of £100 ) The house has additional terrace areas with views over the village and towards the sea, and is luxuriously furnished throughout its six bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, large living room , together with a large kitchen/dining room. There is also a covered games area with pool table and darts and a table tennis table. The owners live nearby and are on hand to assist in anything that you may require, from general information to recommendations of restaurants, and places to see and visit.
The beautiful Ria Formosa!: The Ria Formosa in the Algarve is a beautiful labyrinth of lagoons separated from the sea by a coastal dune system which is broken up by various natural inlets. It is one of the most important nature reserves in the network of wetlands that links Europe and sub-Saharan Africa. The Ria has an enormous variety of natural habitats that provide refuge, feeding and breeding areas for an infinite number of flora and fauna and is a haven for birds.
The beaches of the isles of Faro, Barreta, Culatra, Armona and Tavira form a natural barrier to the Ocean. Behind are the dunes, sometimes just a narrow strip and sometimes wider and then come the labyrinth of lagoons and small sand islands and channels. At low tide other salty habitats are uncovered forming marches and salt marshes.
Golfers note!: If you're looking for a golfer's paradise, then look no further than the Algarve for your ultimate golfing experience. With it's brilliant, sunny climate and dramatic courses throughout the region, it's easy to see why the Algarve is the most popular golfing destination in Europe. There are over 30 golf courses in the Algarve, ranging from 9-hole courses stretched over the Algarve grassland, to dramatic coastal 18-hole courses set amongst the picturesque cliffs. This makes golf here enjoyable for everyone, regardless of ability, and guarantees that you will find the perfect course for you. The East Algarve boasts the wonderful Monte Rei course, designed by Nicklaus, Quinta do Vale course designed by Ballesteros,by the river Guardiana, as well as QUinta da Cima, Ria, Benamor and Castro Marim.
Athletes and sportsmen note!: Casa Betel is within 12 kilometres of the renowned Vila Real de Santo Antonio Sports Complex,one of the most highly regarded centres in Europe. The complex is a high performance training centre accredited by the IAAF and is recognised by the Portuguese Olympic Committee as an Official Training Centre.The mild climate of the Algarve, combined with the natural surroundings of pine forest and beach, is conducive to improved performance by athletes. The complex at VRSA and the golden sands of Monte Gordo attract a number of professional teams and national squads to the region for warm weather training. A huge number of sports are catered for. Whether you are preparing for an important event or simply looking to have a well deserved relaxing warm weather training break with friends, VRSA is the ideal location to prepare for competition or to simply wind down.
The villa is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 3 bathrooms, and a balcony. There's space to spread out with 6 bedrooms and a dining area. Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a Smart TV with a DVD player. The bathroom offers hair dryers and bidets. Other standard amenities include a private pool, a washing machine, and a fireplace.
Property manager
Andrew Derrick
Languages
English, Portuguese
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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
General
Electric car charging station
Garden
Unit size: 2,906 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
This property doesn't allow pets
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 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 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: 21
Property Registration Number 11362/AL
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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 fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.
Frequently asked questions
What can I see around this villa?
Guests enjoy the villa's walkable location in Vila Real Santo Antonio based on their ratings, and it's within a 10-minute walk of Ria Formosa Natural Park and Manta Rota Beach. You'll also find Altura Beach and Cacela Velha Beach within a short drive.
Is parking available on site at this villa?
Yes, there is electric car charging available.
Is this villa next to a casino?
No, this villa is not connected to a casino.
Will I find an indoor pool at this villa?
No, this villa doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.
What amenities will couples enjoy at Stunning 6 bed villa with heatable pool, 650m to beach. licence no. 11362/AL?
There are many amenities for couples at this villa, including a private pool and a fireplace as well as an outdoor pool.
Does Stunning 6 bed villa with heatable pool, 650m to beach. licence no. 11362/AL have a hot tub?
No, but this villa does have a heated pool.
Does this villa offer breakfast?
No, this villa doesn't offer breakfast.
Will this villa allow pets to stay free of charge?
No, pets aren't allowed at this villa.
Does this villa have connecting rooms?
No, this villa doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.
How close is the airport from this villa?
The closest major airport to this villa is Faro Intl. Airport (FAO), which is about 26.7 mi away.
Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Stunning 6 bed villa with heatable pool, 650m to beach. licence no. 11362/AL?
Yes, every villa at Stunning 6 bed villa with heatable pool, 650m to beach. licence no. 11362/AL comes with a balcony.
Stunning 6 bed villa with heatable pool, 650m to beach. licence no. 11362/AL Reviews
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 93 out of 121 reviews
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Rating 8 - Good. 24 out of 121 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 121 reviews
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9.2/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
chloe c.
Jun 20, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing stay well equipped villa amazing heated pool, multi generational holiday and absolutely perfect for this. Clean well located lovely beach with some lovely little local restaurants and shops we don’t hire a car easy to get an uber if you would like to explore further. Excellent host very accomadating
chloe c.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Chris H.
Jun 14, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful villa stay
Accommodation was perfect for our needs. It was comfortable for sitting, dining, sleeping and relaxing by the pool. It was extremely well resourced. The pool was perfect for adults and children who spent a lot of time in it! The aircon in the rooms was efficient and welcome. It was delightful to eat all our meals outside baring in mind we had messy children! The barbq was great also. The closeness (walking distance) to the lovely beach, cafe/bar and supermarket was a bonus. In fact the children loved the beach so much, we felt we didn’t need to explore any other beach. Trips out included a wonderful boat trip exploring the caves and a Slide and Splash water park. Communication with Andrew before and during our stay was excellent. With six children under 12, the youngest of whom was 16 months, we appreciated the “homeliness” of the villa and felt entirely relaxed. The authenticity and features of the villa together with the outside areas were much appreciated by us all.
Chris H.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Eileen L.
Jun 10, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful, quiet location that is very close to a fabulous beach. We were a family group of 9 women and the number of bedrooms/bathrooms was great. We enjoyed the pool and sunshine and then a shady front location with pool table and ping pong table. Cafes and shopping close by.
Eileen L.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Ron D.
May 24, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful place
We all enjoyed our time.Loved having a pool and all the activities they provide, ping pong table, pool table, etc.. short walk to the beach We stayed for a week.Good to have a car so you can visit other towns. Lots of room for two cars. Thanks so much Andrew and Else.Kind regards Ron, Kim and family
Ron D.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2025
8/10 Good
Daniel C.
May 19, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Family holiday
Property was ok. Needs some work.Location is ok. Quiet but not alot to do. Traveling to other towns for day trips is easy enough.Beach is lovely. Has a small park which worked perfect on our walks out.Overall a good choice.
Daniel C.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Tyler H.
May 2, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
A great place for a large family or group
Loved the villa, the courtyard, the pool and the general layout of the place. Andrew and Else were great hosts. We went in late April so the evenings were cool and it was quite windy, but got plenty of sunshine during our five days in Manta Rota (one of them during the Portugal blackout, which was certainly memorable!).Manta Rota is a small sleepy village, though. Not much happening at this time of the year. But it’s a great place to base yourself if you plan to rent a car and have road trips planned. We enjoyed crossing the border into Spain to visit Ayamonte (20 min drive), and driving into Albufeira and surrounding villages to visit the coastline caves and hanging valleys (45 min). The 30 min drive to Tavira was also a highlight. So beautiful. We recommend the 7 Hanging Valleys Hiking Tour, which took 4 hours but was a highlight and a better option than taking a boat tour and risking sea sickness, as the waves were big and it was very windy.One point I would make about the villa is that the main level bedrooms get humid and damp and after a few days the bedding becomes a bit musty and uncomfortably damp. Using the in-room air conditioning more would probably have helped. The rooms, as a result, also start to smell musty and the towels never fully dry. Also, the mattress cover in the bedroom closest to the kitchen was just a sheet and it was too small for the bed, so was always getting bunched up and leaving the (dirty) mattress exposed. An easy fix, so just an FYI.
Tyler H.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025
8/10 Good
Verified traveler
Apr 30, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Villa
Our family of 10 stayed for a week aged10 to 73. We had a fabulous time and the pool was a huge winner for us all . The place is lovely and within walking distance to the beach,shops and restaurants . Would definitely stay here again and highly recommend
Verified traveler
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Steve B.
Mar 30, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Golf trip
Fantastic property, loads of space for 8 lads on a golfing trip would definitely recommend.
Steve B.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Graham S.
Nov 10, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Friends golfing holiday
The property was perfect for our short break. Ideally located and all facilities excellent. Wished we were there for longer and hope to return another time.
Graham S.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
8/10 Good
Alan M.
Oct 15, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location for family holiday
An enjoyable stay at this lovely villa. Heated pool was a highlight. The place is well equipped and in a great location for the beach and supermarket.
Some basic provisions (bread/milk/water) might have been nice on arrival as we arrived late in the evening, but overall this villa was a great location for a multi-generational family holiday.
Alan M.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Bren F.
Sep 21, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely villa casa Betel near the beach.
Very spacious villa with a great pool.
In such a great area.
Every aspect of the logistics from how to get to the villa and finding the keys to the villa was efficient .
Bren F.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Nola S.
Jul 21, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect family holiday
The villa met and even exceeded all expectations. The pool and outdoor eating area was particularly outstanding and we thoroughly enjoyed our barbecues. Easy walk to stunning beach, shops and restaurants
Nola S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Lynn E.
Jul 4, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous family holiday
Everything about the villa was lovely.
Only one criticism - many of the sun-beds and garden chairs were broken.
If these could be replaced - it would have been perfect.
Thank you so much.
Lynn E.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
6/10 Okay
Lori B.
Jun 15, 2024
Cats
There are wild cats and dogs barking for the first two nights of our eight nights stay. We contacted the owners after day two thinking day one was just an anomaly and they advise that they have never heard of that in 18 years. The pool maintenance person said that there were cats all around the area and the Workers a couple houses down sad cats are wild. Looking from the top balcony, you could see shanty town of animals was really unattractive, and there were groups of cats that I thought during the day.
Lori B.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Nicola B., Southampton
Jun 1, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
A lovely family holiday!
We have just arrived home from a wonderful week at Casa Betel villa! A family of 11, between the ages of 3 and 62, the accommodation suited all of our needs perfectly. The pool was perfect for the children to enjoy safely and the pool heating was such a huge bonus!
The location is great, walking distance to shops, restaurants and the beautiful local beach.
Would recommend to anyone looking to stay here!
Nicola B.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Teresa J.
Apr 26, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect getaway!
I stayed at Casa Betel with 5 friends and the villa truly exceeded our expectations. Wonderfully spacious with lots of bathrooms and gorgeous garden and pool area. We particularly loved the heated pool and outdoor eating area. These were all cleaned and tidied on the Friday of our stay but it didn’t take long. We didn’t have a BBQ but maybe next time! We loved that the kitchen was well equipped too, although we thought if we were cooking for more people we may have struggled with the single oven. The dishwasher and washing machine were so handy.
Location wise, it was quiet (but we were in off season). Other reviewers said beware of the cockerels but they didn’t bother me and the sheep were cute. Loved Santa Rota itself. Not at all built up or too touristy. A few nice shops and restaurants (I’m sure more open in high season). The beach, sand dunes and boardwalk were all glorious.
All in all a perfect ladies get away, I’m sure we will be back! Thank you
Teresa J.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
8/10 Good
Peter K.
Apr 23, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great family villa.
We stayed in early spring and the weather suited us perfectly, not too hot but warm enough to enjoy the outdoors. Glad we paid to have the pool heated at this time of year. Nice layout of villa for a mixed family group. We enjoyed playing pool, darts and table tennis. The local area was very quiet at this time of year which was lovely. The local food is very fish and shellfish orientated and was beautiful. Day trips out to Tavira and Vila Real de Santo Antonio were highlights. Thankyou Andrew and Else.
Peter K.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Ian David B.
Apr 21, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Luxury in Manta Rota
The villa has everything that both families or groups of friends need to make their visit enjoyable. The layout is superb and all the necessary comforts are included. We will certainly be staying again.
Ian David B.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Anita B.
Apr 2, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Villa
We had an amazing time even if the weather was not as Sunny as we expected. The heated pool saved our holiday due to the weather and everyone really enjoyed themselves. A rental car is a must as there is so much to see and do around the area. Andrew was on hand if we had any issues. Would definitely recommend and go back again.
Anita B.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Ruth I., London, Canada
Mar 16, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Spectacular!
This beautiful home is exactly as advertised! We stayed as a multi-generational family of 11 and had plenty of spaces and supplies for everyone. There were plenty of lounge chairs around the pool and the warm temperature of the pool was welcome in March. The beds were comfortable and the number of bathrooms amazing. We walked to the beach and boardwalk daily and ran on the beach. The supermarket, restaurants, butcher and bakery in the village were wonderful. The people were very kind as we tried out our Portuguese. We look forward to returning regularly!
Ruth I.
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Alison L., Canada
Jan 7, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
A special and wonderful place to stay.
Casa Betel was a dream to stay at. We were 8 family members staying for 2 weeks over Christmas and New Year's. The house exceeded our hopes and was wonderful for us. It is very spacious and well laid out, and has everything you could possibly need. Extremely well supplied, comfortable and homelike. We enjoyed outdoor time in the garden with the pool and mandarin tree, made freshly squeezed orange juice with fruit from the tree, wonderful meals at the spacious dining table and the beds were comfy and bathrooms modern. All was super clean. Andrew and Elsie were incredibly responsive and helpful. they even delivered a turkey to us, ordered from a local butcher. The village was so charming, with a local grocery store, cafes and restaurants all within a block or two's walk. The village is well located and close to many places. We drove to Seville for a day, only a l.5 hour's drive. The beach is spectacular and a five minute walk. Christmas Eve sunset at the beach is a memory we will not soon forget. We highly recommend this house and hope to be back.
Alison L.
Stayed 13 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Erika J.
Dec 10, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Incredible home!
We had our family of 10 stay very comfortably & thoroughly enjoyed our week! It is charming and has plenty of room for all of us. Hosts were wonderful… responsive and helpful!
The highlights were Old Times restaurant which is a short walk from the house, sea kayaking into the sea caves and a day spent in Sevilla Spain which is only an hour or so away!
We will definitely be returning!
Erika J.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Blair O., Canada
Nov 9, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Vacation
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in Manta Rota. Our host, Andrew, was very responsive to any queries and was we quick to respond if we needed something.
The villa is a short walk to the beach and a shorter walk to a fun local pub. All amenities are within walking distance.
Blair O.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jackie M., Norwich
Sep 30, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely holiday
Fantastic property and central to everything. Very well equipped and Andrew was really helpful.
Beach only 10 mins walk with many restaurants and shops just a walk away