Excellence Luxury Villas · Algarve
Luxury Villa Rentals in the Algarve
Villas with private pools close to golden beaches and championship golf, from the Golden Triangle to Lagos
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Golden cliffs, warm seas and a short flight from home
The Algarve has been a favourite with British families for generations, and it is easy to see why: long sandy beaches backed by golden cliffs, a mild climate with sunshine for most of the year, excellent golf, fresh seafood and a flight from the UK of under three hours. It is relaxed, easy and very good value for the quality of the villas.
Our Algarve collection runs to 790+ villas, from contemporary houses in Quinta do Lago and Vale do Lobo to clifftop villas near Carvoeiro and Lagos, almost all with private pools.
Here is where to stay, when to go and what to do.
The Algarve at a glance
- Villas
- 790+ with private pools, with up to 16 bedrooms
- Guide prices
- Typically £1,500 to £5,100 a week, from around £1,100
- Best areas
- Quinta do Lago, Vale do Lobo and Vilamoura; Carvoeiro and Lagos in the west
- Best time
- May to October for the beach; spring and autumn for golf and walking
- Airport
- Faro, within about 15 to 60 minutes of most villas
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Villa numbers and guide prices are updated daily from our live collection.
Villa Levante Espiche Lagos: Spacious 6-Bedroom Villa with Infinity Pool & Sea Views – Algarve6 bedrooms
Rent Casa Cabanas Portugal7 bedrooms
Villa Safira Alfanzina Carvoeiro: Luxurious 6-Bedroom Apartment with Pool & Seaview – Carvoeiro6 bedrooms
Quinta Medronheiro Loule: Luxury 5-Bedroom Apartment with Pool & Hot Tub – Algarve5 bedroomsWhere to stay in Algarve
The Golden Triangle of Quinta do Lago, Vale do Lobo and Vilamoura for golf and beaches, Carvoeiro and the Lagoa coast for cliffs and coves, and Lagos for the dramatic western Algarve.
Quinta do Lago, Vale do Lobo and Vilamoura
Just west of Faro, the resorts of Quinta do Lago and Vale do Lobo, near Almancil, and Vilamoura with its marina form the Golden Triangle, home to the Algarve's most exclusive villas and several of its best golf courses. The Ria Formosa lagoon, a protected natural park, runs along the coast here, with long beaches and excellent birdwatching.
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Cliffs, coves and sea caves
Around Carvoeiro and Albufeira the coast becomes a series of golden cliffs, rock arches and hidden coves. Boat trips run to the Benagil sea cave, one of the most photographed places in Portugal, and the clifftop walk of the Seven Hanging Valleys is one of the finest in Europe.
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A historic town and the end of Europe
Lagos has a walled old town, a marina and some of the Algarve's most dramatic coastline at Ponta da Piedade. Further west, the coast grows wilder towards Sagres and Cape St Vincent, once considered the end of the known world.
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Fairways, cataplana and a long season
The Algarve is one of Europe's leading golf destinations, with many courses within a short drive of the Golden Triangle. Seafood is the great pleasure of the table, from grilled sardines to cataplana, a copper-pot stew of fish and shellfish. The beach season runs from May to October, and spring and autumn are ideal for golf. Our concierge can arrange tee times, a private chef, boat trips and transfers.
Ask our conciergeFeatured villas in the Algarve
Chale Vermelho | 4-Bedroom Villa in Albufeira Armacao de Pera4 bedrooms · sleeps 8From £18,388 a week
Villa Vita Praia Portugal4 bedrooms · sleeps 8From £18,060 a week
Villa Safira Zavial Lagos: Luxury 6-Bedroom Villa with Pool & Golf Access – Lagos6 bedrooms · sleeps 12From £17,437 a week
Villa Gale Hibiscus Portugal4 bedrooms · sleeps 8From £16,931 a week
Villa Atlanta | 5-Bedroom Villa in Quinta do Lago Almancil5 bedrooms · sleeps 10From £16,271 a week
Villa Penhasco | 4-Bedroom Villa with Private Pool in Albufeira4 bedrooms · sleeps 8From £15,474 a week
Deluxe Prima Portugal6 bedrooms · sleeps 12From £15,288 a week
Villa Lis Portugal6 bedrooms · sleeps 12From £15,176 a weekWhy book your Algarve villa with Excellence Luxury Villas
The right house, not the nearest one
The Algarve's villas range from golf-side houses in the Golden Triangle to clifftop villas in the west, and we know which are within walking distance of a beach. With 790+ properties in the Algarve, we can usually find the house that suits you rather than the one that happens to be free. Search by size, pool, location and price, or tell us what you have in mind and we will put together a shortlist.
Book direct
You book with us directly, with no booking fees. Questions about access roads, pool heating or how far it really is to the nearest beach go to people who can find out the answer.
A concierge who knows the territory
Tee times, a private chef, boat trips to the Benagil cave, nannies, car hire and transfers from Faro. Our concierge team arranges all of it, leaving you free to decide which terrace to sit on.
A house for every kind of party
Couples, families with small children, three generations together or a crowd of friends celebrating a birthday: we match the house to the group, down to the number of bathrooms and whether the pool is fenced.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the best area in the Algarve for a villa holiday?
The Golden Triangle, around Quinta do Lago, Vale do Lobo and Vilamoura, is the most exclusive, with beaches and golf close by. Carvoeiro and Lagos suit those who prefer cliffs, coves and a more traditional feel.
Which airport serves the Algarve?
Faro airport serves the whole region. Quinta do Lago and Vale do Lobo are around 15 to 20 minutes away, and Lagos around an hour.
Is the Algarve good for golf?
Yes. The Algarve is one of the leading golf destinations in Europe, with many courses near Quinta do Lago, Vale do Lobo and Vilamoura. Our concierge can arrange tee times.
Can you arrange a private chef at a villa in the Algarve?
Yes. Our concierge can arrange a private chef for a single dinner or your whole stay, along with cookery lessons, guided visits, transfers and restaurant reservations.
How much does a luxury villa in the Algarve cost?
Across our 790+ villas in the Algarve, weekly rates typically range from £1,500 to £5,100, with the most affordable from around £1,100 a week and the largest estates well above. Prices depend on the size of the property, its location and the season, with July and August the most expensive. These are guide prices based on current listings; each property page shows its own rates for your dates.
When is the best time to visit the Algarve?
May to October is best for the beach. Spring and autumn are ideal for golf and walking, and the mild winters suit longer stays.
Are there villas in the Algarve for large groups?
Yes. Our Algarve collection includes houses with up to 16 bedrooms. Tell us the size of your party and the occasion, and we will send a shortlist of houses that suit it.
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