Deluxe Fuentes Portugal

Deluxe Fuentes is a phenomenal property, perfect for very large groups, special occasions and events. Located very close to the sleepy town of Estoi, Deluxe Fuentes enjoys a vast estate with gorgeous landscaped gardens, lakes, spa therapy rooms, alfresco dining pergolas, a golf course and a swimming pool. The estate really has to be seen to be believed, it is simply astounding. Deluxe Fuentes also offers nine bedroom suites, five of which enjoy separate living rooms as well as ensuite bathrooms and balconies or terraces and four which still boast living spaces, ensuite bathrooms and balconies or terraces. In addition, there are two apartments for live in staff. This is a villa with a difference. It offers a wonderful blend of villa living, hotel amenities and hotel service. What bliss! There is a professional kitchen for the chefs, summer and winter living rooms, a fabulous library, a gym and games room, a cinema room, a den with a sports television bar, a dining room, wine cellar, laundry room and a reception area and the Villa Manager’s office. In the grounds you will discover a summer loggia for alfresco entertaining, a sauna, a hammam steam room, changing rooms, showers, a jacuzzi and a swimming pool.
The grounds are superb. You even get your own 9 hole par 3 golf course, a golf practice area, extensive colourful gardens with two lakes and two waterfalls, a sandy beach, gazebo and wooden deck by the Pine Lake, rockpools, water steps, lily ponds, water jets, a Koi pond and extensive pathways and walking trails. There are stunning picnic spots by the lakes and amongst the greenery. The lakes are incredible with the Pine Lake used for fishing fresh water trout, swimming, windsurfing, standup paddle boarding, snorkeling and canoeing. The spa is next to the Koi Lake with fabulous views. The estate is beautifully lit up at night.
Estoi is a wonderful location. It boasts one of the Algarve’s finest 19th century neo-Rococo styled palaces, the pink painted Palacio de Estoi which is now a hotel. The palace enjoys beautiful ornamental gardens. Guests can also visit the town’s Milreu Roman Ruins. The location offers easy access for beach days on the Ria Formosa Nature Park, trips into Faro Old Town or to pretty villages such as Almancil, Loule, Tavira and the fishing town of Olhao. Golf fans are in for treat with amazing, world class golf courses nearby. Just the other side of Faro, guests can enjoy gastronomic feasts and superb entertainment in Vilamoura.
Deluxe Fuentes is a magnificent, rustic property with numerous entertainment spaces. Four of the bedroom suites are located on the ground floor and five on the first floor. The bedroom suites are very spacious with either open plan living spaces or separate living rooms. The decor is homely and inviting with a rustic feel. You will feel very comfortable at Deluxe Fuentes. Each suite has access to private balconies and terraces with gorgeous views of the estate. The villa enjoys two living rooms, one with a fireplace and a very atmospheric dining room. You will discover characterful ceilings, squishy sofas and lots of warm, inviting colour. Guests can enjoy their time together in many locations or privately some of the time. It is a fantastic arrangement for multi-generational families and large groups. The cinema room, games room and gym are very popular, as is the wonderful library with its huge stock of books. There are stereo speakers in all of the inside living areas, the alfresco bar terrace, the main terrace and the pergola loggia so that you can listen to your favourite soundtracks.
There is so much to do at Deluxe Fuentes, it is very tempting to stay put. The golf is immensely popular though you may want to check out the famous courses nearby. Indulgent treatments can be taken in the spa or you can laze in the sunken jacuzzi or by the pool. There are staff on duty to attend to your every whim. This astounding property sits in a fabulous elevated position overlooking the pool, gardens, lakes and waterfalls and enjoys spectacular, panoramic views of the gorgeous countryside and over to the islands of Culatra and Farol on the stunning Ria Formosa Nature Reserve. Deluxe Fuentes is located on a fabulous estate very close to Estoi and the sensational Ria Formosa Nature Reserve. There is excellent shopping close by at Mar Shopping, the luxury shopping mall. Next door to Mar is the Designer Outlet Algarve Village with many fashion and lifestyle brands.
Golf can be enjoyed at the world class Monte Rei Golf Club to the east and the Quinta do Lago Golf Club and Victoria Golf Club to the west. There are so many more options too with 16 courses within a 20 to 35 minute drive from the villa. Since 2013, the Victoria Golf Course, designed by Arnold Palmer, has hosted the Portuguese Masters. Deluxe Fuentes’ own par 3 course enjoys water hazards, bunkers and doglegs near the two lakes.
Guests enjoy the choice of many beaches when staying at Deluxe Fuentes. Faro Beach is a 25 minute drive from the villa, roughly the same as Vale do Lobo Beach and the beautiful Garrao Beach. Slightly closer is the breathtaking Quinta do Lago Beach. The Ria Formosa Nature Reserve is a stunning natural park of sandbanks, barrier islands, salt marshes and lagoons which stretches 60km along the Algarve coast from Faro and the fishing town of Olhao to Tavira and beyond. The park is a haven for wildlife including flamingos and chameleons. There are some amazing beaches on the islands that rest close to the coast, including Farol Island, Culatra Island, Armona Island, Tavira Island, Deserta and Fuzeta. You must take one of the little wooden boats over to the beach, it is a lovely experience. Ilha da Culatra is beautiful and perfect for snorkeling and diving. Ilha do Farol is at the area at the western end of Culatra with a lighthouse. Ilha da Armona is the nearest to Olhao and boasts a few fish restaurants as well as a gorgeous, golden sandy beach. The islands are especially beautiful at sunset. Tavira Island is further along the coast and again is lovely. You can take a ferry ride across the River Gilao. Praia do Barril is reached by a 1km pretty track or a cozy train ride once you have crossed the water. The town of Tavira is beautiful with charming, narrow streets lined with cute cafes and decked with flags and colourful flowers. Tavira lies along the slow flowing Gilao River and is a delightful mix of traditional Portuguese heritage with Moorish influences. Many restaurants serve delicious meals plus there is a myriad of decorative churches.
There are many marinas within easy reach where you can take boat trips or enjoy the fabulous restaurants lined up. Vilamoura Marina is the largest and classiest marina in the Algarve. There is also Faro Marina and Olhao Marina. Olhao currently takes roughly 400 boats though it is being extended. Restaurants, bars, pastry shops, ice cream parlours and shops line the marina. It was in Olhao that the first canning factory was established in 1882, sparking a trend that spread in both directions along the coast, with canned tuna and sardines becoming a large source of income for the Algarve. The old quarter of Olhao brims with Moorish-style houses, square and whitewashed with flat terraced roofs and boxed chimneys. The church of Nossa Senhora do Roario dates back to the 17th century and the chapel behind it, dedicated to Nossa Senhora dos Afelitos, is still the place where the fishermen’s wives gather during stormy weather to pray for their husbands. The long, delightful promenade is very attractive with the Jardim Pescador do Olhanense gardens. The fishmarket on the waterfront is Olhao’s main draw. It is buzzy and quaint and sells honey, live chickens, a huge array of local produce as well as many types of fish. There are fabulous, atmospheric cafes and restaurants overlooking the colourful boats moored along the water front in the marina and the sandy beach ilhs of Armona and Culatra.
You should also head into Faro Old Town for an afternoon or evening, entering through the town’s 11th century Arab gateway, Arco da Vila, the oldest horseshoe arch in the country. The old town is a charming labyrinth of pretty narrow streets. The Manuel Bivar Gardens are very pretty and the Municipal Museum is an interesting find to enjoy many archaeological items. At Excellence Luxury Villas we pride ourselves on going that little bit further for our guests. From private chefs to babysitters we can help you arrange those little extras that make it a truly memorable holiday. Simply fill in the concierge request form or contact Excellence Luxury Villas Concierge Team who will be happy to help. We can typically help you arrange any of the following:
– Maid service/extra cleaning- Private chef/cook/catering- Welcome hamper/pre-stocked fridge- Local day-trips or tours- Airport pick-up/drop-off- Babysitting/childcare services
Simply fill in the concierge request form or contact Excellence Luxury Villas Concierge Team.
Please note that all services are subject to availability and must be requested in advance and that due to some rural/remote locations, not all services will be available at all properties. Prices are on request. We will always do our best to fulfil your requests!