PRAIA DA ROCHA - ALGARVE

VILA MIRANTE

Reservation Info
5 Guest maximum - 7 nights minimum

VILA MIRANTE

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History

1938 - Vila Mirante construction

During the year of 1938, Mr. Agostinho Fernandes, an exceptional canning industrial entrepreneur of the time, commissioned the project of a modernist holiday home from the architect António Varela. Thus was born Vila Mirante Set on a small hill, providing a breathtaking view over the beach.


2008 - Rehabilitation of Vila Mirante

In 2008, the Teixeira family acquired Vila Mirante and they committed to carry out a complete rehabilitation, thus creating a new concept for Vila Mirante, transforming it into an Icon of Praia da Rocha and a living testimony of a time of charm.


2021 - Complete interior remodeling

During 2021, the Teixeira family decided to carry out a complete interior remodeling in order to create a new environment to provide a relaxing and pleasant holiday for all its guests.

VILA MIRANTE

Our Vila

FAMILY ROOM

DOUBLE ROOM

LIVING ROOM

BATHROOM

DESCRIPTION



Praia da Rocha – Portimão – Algarve – Portugal

2 Bedroom Apartment with two large terraces, fully refurbished a few years ago.

Is the first floor of a dwelling of Modernist Architecture of 40’s years, located on the first beach line, with a total view of the sea and beach.

Situated in the prime zone of Praia da Rocha, near the marina beach and with direct access to beach (20 m).
At 1 km from Portimão and 70km from Faro Airport.

VILA MIRANTE

What Our Fantastic Clients Say

This rental was more than my wife and I had expected for our stay in Portimao.
The listing for this rental understates how great the accommodation and location is. However, we think that the number of steps on the property could be an issue for other possible renters. Whilst, we fully understood the need for the monitoring of the use of electricity during our stay, we would have appreciated to be advised in advance of an approximate additional cost to us of same.

Douglas H.
UK

Schöne Ferienwohnung in toller Lage mit wunderschönem Ausblick auf's Meer
Zu viert haben wir eine tolle Urlaubswoche in dieser schönen und sauberen Ferienwohnung verbracht und wären gerne noch länger geblieben! Der Check-In mit dem sehr sympathischen Francisco hat perfekt geklappt. Die Wohnung in der oberen Etage befindet sich in ruhiger Lage zwischen dem Hafen und einer belebteren Straße mit Hotels, Restaurants und Geschäften. Von den beiden Balkonen und vom Wohnzimmer aus hat man einen wunderschönen Blick auf's Meer und auf den breiten Sandstrand. Es hat Spaß gemacht, den vielen Surfern zuzuschauen. Die Aufteilung der Wohnung mit dem Wohnzimmer und der Küche in der Mitte und den Schlafzimmern links und rechts samt Balkonen und Badezimmern hat uns sehr gefallen. Im Wohnzimmer befindet sich mittlerweile ein moderner Glastisch. Einen Pool gibt es allerdings nicht und der Wäschetrockner ist ein Wäscheständer. In der Annonce steht auch was von Skilift-Vorteilen, aber das ist sicherlich ein Irrtum. In Portimão befinden sich viele große, gut sortierte Supermärkte, teilweise in Einkaufszentren, sowie Aldi und Lidl. Mit dem Mietwagen haben wir schöne Ausflüge gemacht. Am besten haben mir die Küsten gefallen und die Spazierwege oberhalb der Klippen von z.B. "Ponta da Piedade" in Lagos, an der Westküste "Pontal da Carrapateira" oder östlich oberhalb der besonderen "Bengail"-Höhle. Auch die Bootsausflüge (online gebucht über "Get your Guide") waren super. Es gibt viele schöne Strände, aber leider war es dafür schon zu kalt Ende Oktober.

Jilia B.
Darmstadt, Deutschland

Awesome Holidays
We had two wonderful weeks in this outstanding flat in Portimao! We found a perfect room layout for four persons, clean, cool and lovely arranged rooms, a fully equipped kitchen as well as a large livingroom with a breathtaking view which we could also enjoy from the two large terrasses. This lovely flat is very close to the beach with excellent restaurants and both the necessary infrastructure as well as the harbour are in walking distance. And then there was Francisco, who was already waiting for us on our arrival, ready to answer all our questions and give very helpful advice as to where to buy what, where to eat, what to visit….. On top of that he provided us with new towels twice a week and took care of fresh linen and a room cleanup after one week! All in all this flat exceeded our expectations by far and we are more than thankful for these wounderful days so very close to the north atlantic, in the sun and in this perfect location. We certainly hope to have the chance to visit again! Family Scheipers

Ralf S.
TRAVELER

Wonderfull stay at this property.
Well located apartment. Very comfortable, well divided and perfect for a family. Well equipped Private parking appreciated. Easy to visit the area from the apartment. Only positive. Thanks to our hosts.

Jean C
Québec, Canada

Amazing location and stay.
We have just finished our stay in Praia Da Rocha and had a fantastic time. The apartment was phenomenal. Pristine condition, amazing views, very well equipped, comfortable and in a great location. Francisco was wonderful and guided us through the apartment and locale. He left a bottle of wine and water for us to begin our week long stay. The apartment was cleaned and restocked with towels mid week. All communication was wonderful throughout our stay. We can’t say enough good things about this spot and we highly recommend it to anyone. There are a lot of stairs so anybody with mobility issues may not want to stay here but the view from the apartment is worth every step!

Rejean G
Québec, Canada

Parfait
Très bel appartement bien équipé. Contact très facile avec le propriétaire Merci encore, nous reviendrons surement.

Vicent S.
Québec, Canada

Top Lage mit fantastischem Blick
Sehr netter Kontakt, saubere Wohnung. Aus allen wichtigen Zimmern ein traumhafter Blick aufs Meer. Gut geschnittene Wohnung (Schlafzimmer mit eigenem Badezimmer und in der Mitte das Wohnzimmer) Die Lage war für uns Top, da sehr zentral aber dennoch ruhig gelegen. Zum Strand sind es wenige Meter.

Sebastian W.
Québec, Canada

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Praia da Rocha is located in the south of Portugal, in the Algarve region, within the city of Portimão, Faro district. It is one of the most famous beaches in the country, internationally recognised for its long sandy beach, dramatic golden cliffs and strong tourism infrastructure. According to official information from Turismo de Portugal and the Municipality of Portimão, the beach lies next to the mouth of the Arade River and is directly connected to the urban centre of Portimão, making it easily accessible by car, public transport or on foot. Official sources can be consulted at https://www.visitportugal.com/en/content/praia-da-rocha
and https://www.cm-portimao.pt/
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The distance from Praia da Rocha to Faro Airport is approximately 70 kilometres by road. The journey usually takes between 50 minutes and 1 hour, depending on traffic conditions, typically via the A22 motorway. This information can be verified using route planning tools such as Google Maps at https://www.google.com/maps/dir/Faro+Airport/Praia+da+Rocha/
and through airport information provided by ANA Airports at https://www.aeroportosdeportugal.pt/en/fao/home

If you are wondering how far Praia da Rocha is from Albufeira, the distance is around 35 kilometres. The drive generally takes about 30 to 35 minutes using the A22, connecting two of the Algarve’s main tourist destinations. Route confirmation is available at https://www.google.com/maps/dir/Albufeira/Praia+da+Rocha/

Regarding what to do in Praia da Rocha, Portugal, the area offers a wide range of activities. Visitors can enjoy sunbathing and swimming, water sports, boat trips to sea caves, coastal walking paths along the cliffs, a lively promenade with restaurants and bars, and attractions such as the Algarve Casino. The beach also provides easy access to Portimão’s historic centre and marina. Official tourism information can be found at https://www.visitportugal.com/en/destinations/algarve
and https://www.visitalgarve.pt/en/
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The distance from Praia da Rocha to Portimão city centre is very short, approximately 2 to 3 kilometres. This makes it possible to travel between the beach and the city in just a few minutes by car, public transport or even on foot, depending on the starting point. This proximity is confirmed by municipal sources and mapping services such as https://www.google.com/maps/dir/Portim%C3%A3o/Praia+da+Rocha/

the distance from Praia da Rocha to Alvor is around 6 to 7 kilometres. The journey typically takes 10 to 15 minutes by car. Alvor is a nearby coastal village known for its traditional character, estuary and beaches, and is frequently visited by travellers staying in Praia da Rocha. Route details can be verified at https://www.google.com/maps/dir/Alvor/Praia+da+Rocha/
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Praia da Rocha it is situated on the Algarve coast, in the municipality of Portimão, southern mainland Portugal. Its central position along the Algarve coastline makes it a strategic base for exploring the region. This location is confirmed by official mapping services such as Google Maps, available at https://www.google.com/maps/place/Praia+da+Rocha/
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