Authentic Algarve Countryside · Two Private Villas
Escape to the unspoilt hills of São Brás de Alportel. Two beautifully restored farmhouses — sun-drenched terraces, olive groves, and genuine Portuguese warmth.
Casa Soalheira
São Brás de Alportel, Algarve — view on map
A sun-kissed retreat facing east — "soalheira" means the sunny side. Whitewashed walls, original terracotta floors, a private pool framed by fragrant lavender and rosemary.
Casa Poente
São Brás de Alportel, Algarve — view on map
"Poente" — the setting west. Watch sunsets melt over the Algarve hills from your stone terrace. A cosy, intimate house framed by wild rosemary and lavender.
Stay connected or disconnect — reliable fibre broadband throughout.
Local cheeses, honey, fresh bread and homemade jams on arrival day.
Secure off-road parking with easy access for all vehicle sizes.
Both villas have private pools, cleaned and maintained weekly.
Climate control in every room for comfort across all seasons.
Well-behaved dogs welcome — the countryside is theirs to explore too.
Curated local guides: restaurants, trails, markets, wine estates nearby.
Flexible arrival with secure key box — check in on your schedule.
A place that breathesThe setting
Two houses, two galleries — pick a house below to browse its photos, then click any photo to open it full size.
You’re viewing Casa Soalheira — click Casa Poente to see the other house
Booking directly means no OTA fees, flexible communication, and the warmest welcome. We'll confirm your reservation within a few hours.
Choose your villa
Select your check-in and check-out dates on the calendar
Hear directly from the owner — why this corner of the Algarve, and what a stay here really feels like. Then take a video tour of each villa: the sun-drenched terraces of Casa Soalheira, and the golden sunsets over Casa Poente.
A word from the owner
Casa Soalheira — a tour
Casa Poente — a tour
"The most beautiful place we've ever stayed. Waking up to the sound of birds and the smell of orange blossom — we didn't want to leave."
"Perfect for our family reunion. The hosts were incredibly helpful and the local tips they gave us made our whole trip."
"We've been to Algarve many times but never experienced this quieter, authentic side. The serra is magical. Already booked again for next year."
Tucked into the hills of the Algarve interior, São Brás de Alportel sits just 20 minutes from Faro, far from the coastal crowds — yet close to everything.
Corotelo is a small hamlet on the outskirts of São Brás de Alportel, with its own café, set in the rolling hills of the Serra and surrounded by oak, cork and carob trees, rosemary, lavender and cactus.
