Casa Stella Portugal

The beautiful Casa Stella sleeps 8 guests in 4 gorgeous bedrooms. This villa is all on one level with extensive stunning gardens. It has been decorated and furnished with cool elegance and a fabulous blend of authentic Portuguese style and contemporary flair. Casa Stella is bright and airy throughout and offers luxury and superb comfort. There are some great additions to make your stay thoroughly enjoyable.
Casa Stella is situated in the tranquil hamlet of Malhao, 4km from the nearby village of Boliqueime and 12km from the coast. Just 14km from the attractions of the popular towns of Albufeira and Vilamoura, this villa offers a great deal with regard to location. With its enviable hilltop position, the villa boasts outstanding views over the surrounding countryside. The villa neighbours the equally stunning property Casa Ceu so if you were taking a holiday with friends it is possible to book the villa next door.
On arriving you will be delighted by this property. It is marvellous inside and out. The living room is stunning, all in white and blue with striking artwork and high-quality furnishings. The owners have put in a great deal of effort to ensure that the villa is presented so beautifully. Satellite TV, Playstation, DVD, CD player and a Bluetooth speaker are all supplied for your enjoyment. The gorgeous beamed ceilings flow through the living spaces, and the open-plan design ensures the villa dazzles with light. Guests can entertain themselves with the quality pool table in the next living space, and this leads directly to the very generously sized indoor dining space. The attractive kitchen is very well equipped and offers a useful breakfast bar.
The bedrooms are all superb with contemporary ensuite bathrooms. They consist of a double with ensuite shower room, a double with ensuite shower room and direct exit to the terrace, another double with ensuite shower room and direct exit to the terrace and a twin bedroom with ensuite shower room and a door to the terrace. As you would hope, these sumptuous bedrooms are all decorated in natural soft hues and come with quality linens. The bathrooms are a delight, and they are modern and very spacious.
The thoughtfully landscaped gardens are stunning. With luscious lawns, gorgeous planting, rockeries and beautiful views all around, you will find it very easy to relax at Casa Stella. You may even find it hard to leave! There are two swimming pools. The main one is 15m x 6m and can be heated for an extra cost. The children’s 6m x 3.6m pool has solar heating. You can enjoy alfresco dining on the covered terrace using the villa’s built-in barbecue, and you can lounge undercover or topping up your tan, you can enjoy some competitive table tennis or pool or relax and admire this very special place.
Casa Stella is very well appointed, very spacious and extremely comfortable. You cannot go wrong here! 

Casa Stella is located in the quiet hamlet of Malhao, just 4km across the almond and orange groves and pine forest from the delightful village of Boliquieme. Boliquieme is charming with a few delightful restaurants and bars as well as some helpful shops. The picturesque Paderne is 9km from the villa.  
The nearest beach, Olhos d’Agua, is 12km from the villa. Vilamoura and Albufeira, roughly 14km away, also offer some beautiful beaches. You can visit the lovely Quinta do Lago lagoon where Artur’s Watersports Academy offers surf camps, kids clubs, sailing lessons, pedalos, kayaks and a fun water obstacle course. If you have time, we definitely recommend that you visit the Ria Formosa Nature Park. You can take little ferry boats across to the stunning beaches on the small islands just off the coast.
A popular outing is to the lovely villages of Almancil and the neighbouring Sao Lourenco. Almancil is known for its pottery, so it’s a great place to buy a few souvenirs. The Sao Lourenco Church’s stunning azulejo work dates back to 1730 and is beautiful. The characteristic blue tiles tell the life of its patron saint.
The quaint, historical town of Loule is another great place to visit. It boasts a characterful historic centre and a colourful, Moorish inspired covered market which sells handicrafts as well as local produce and fresh fish. Loule is buzzing on Saturday mornings when there is also a farmer’s market and a colourful gipsy market.
For a sophisticated night out you can head to the chic, impressive marina at Vilamoura. It is lined with classy restaurants and vibrant, buzzy bars. You can take some amazing boat trips from the marina to dolphin watch, fish, partake in watersports or to view the magnificent coastline. The charming Old Town is great for a wander, and those fancying their luck can visit the casino.
There are over 100 restaurants and bars in Albufeira. It is very busy. You may also enjoy excellent boutique shopping, in particular at the Albufeira Shopping Mall. The beautiful beaches and Albufeira’s impressive promenade attract many visitors. The main square, Jardim Publico de Albufeira, boasts open-air restaurants, cafes and bars and frequent live music. The nightlife continues late into the night, especially around the hedonistic ‘Strip’. 

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 transfers- Babysitting/childcare services
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!