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Wonderful house Built To Excellent Standards in the heart of Olhao.

Vacation home in Olhao with kitchen and balcony

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Beach
Terrace/patio
Smart TV, books
Marina
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
In the heart of Olhao, Casa Da Esquinha offers a modern retreat. Enjoy year-round sunshine on the sun-drenched south-facing terrace with BBQ and outside dining. With WiFi provided, relax in your en-suite air-conditioned bedroom or unwind on the upper roof terrace with a glass of wine.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2646 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Wonderful house Built To Excellent Standards in the heart of Olhao.

During its tasteful renovation project in 2003, Casa Da Esquinha was transformed into a modern 'upside down house'. The en-suite air conditioned bedroom is located on the ground floor, keeping it cool in the summer and warm in the winter. The open plan living room and kitchen are on the first floor with convenient large french style windows opening onto the sun drenched terrace with BBQ and outside dining. This south facing property benefits from the abundant Algarve sunshine all year round. The upper roof terrace is an added bonus and a great place to sip a glass of wine or a beer and top up your tan! Wi Fi is provided at no extra cost! I recommend bringing a tablet or large phone to enable you to watch all your favourite channels. All the attractions that entice holiday makers to Olhao are on the door step. The sea is about 100 metres away as are the famous markets. The restaurants, coffee shops and bars are literally just around the corner, in fact, as everything is so convenient, you may decide that you do not need a car. Please note, like the vast majority of Olhao townhouses, the stairs are narrow and steep, though not plentiful. Although acceptable to most people, please consider this if you have any fitness or injury concerns.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 20 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Boat
  • Golf
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Recycling
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 646 square feet
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water-efficient showers

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Rules

Refer to factpack for details of how to use the a/c, wi-fi, key. The manager is available & should be contacted if any issues arise during your stay.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 20 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: pet on request

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number 108785/AL

We should mention

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Map
Olhão, Faro District

What's nearby

  • Olhao Municipal Market - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Olhao Harbour - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Parque Natural da Ria Formosa - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Falesia Beach - 39 min drive - 27.0 miles
  • Albufeira Old Town Square - 47 min drive - 40.1 miles

Getting around

  • Faro Station - 27 min drive
  • Faro Intl. Airport (FAO) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪O Bote - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Delícia de Olhão - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Catedral Do Marisco - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Lagar Mar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Pizza na Pedra - ‬1 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Wonderful house Built To Excellent Standards in the heart of Olhao. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 20 lbs per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Wonderful house Built To Excellent Standards in the heart of Olhao.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Wonderful house Built To Excellent Standards in the heart of Olhao.?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Wonderful house Built To Excellent Standards in the heart of Olhao. located?

Situated by the sea, this vacation home is within a 5-minute walk of Olhao Municipal Market and Ria Formosa Natural Park. Parque Natural da Ria Formosa and Olhao Harbour are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Reviews

Wonderful house Built To Excellent Standards in the heart of Olhao. Reviews

8.8

Excellent

8.0

Cleanliness

9.4

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 74 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 74 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 74 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 74 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 74 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Graeme B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location to enjoy Olhao, close to the best bars, restaurants, markets and the ferry to the islands. Good sized bedroom with quiet, effective air con. Both terraces are south facing so get a lot of sun! The stairs are steep and narrow but take your time and use the handrail and you'll be fine!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

LES M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice Place to Stay

Nice house in the old part of town near the the sea. Would stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

gary m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing place

Lovely old house in a perfect position for everything- markets ferries supermarket etc. well equipped - nice roof terrace! Would go again !
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Francis K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Winter Get Away

Lovely little apartment in the heart of Olhao. Everything was in walking distance, lots of restaurants, shopping & very relaxing. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 46 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely authentic property in a quiet back street a few steps from the centre of the town.

Great break away. Refreshing Aircon in bedroom. Lovely balcony and separate sun roof terrace. Home from home comfort. Central to ferry, restaurants, shops and train station. Delightful house full of charm.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

DONNA M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Another great stay

This is our 4th time staying in this property. Very clean and suitable for 2 people to have a comfortable stay. Small patio on 2nd floor and a wondeful roof top terrace that gets the sun all day. Situated in a quite cobbled street only minutes away from the sea front and amazing restaurants. Less than 10 min stroll gets you to the train/bus station should you want to visit other towns and to the boat that can take you to a few islands. We will be back .
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

2/10 Terrible

Rosemary D.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

a poor choice

There was no shade on a very small balcony, not even a sun brolly and the sun was on the balcony all day. The sun brolly on the roof terrace was not in a position that could offer any shade and was fixed to the wall and so could not be moved to a better position.There was no comfortable seating on the balcony.Shower did not drain. hanging space was only in the cleaning cupboard. Whole pace in need of serious refurbishment. We know Olhao really well and this house was a huge disappointment.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Ruth L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Conveniently located, cosy apartment

This property is excellently located close to Olhao's centre and is a good place from which to explore other spots in the Algarve, along the train line. The property is small but just enough space for 1 or two people, and the roof terrace and balcony are lovely spaces for enjoying the morning and evening sunshine. Communication with the owner/ manager about the property was efficient and very pleasant.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Brilliant property in fantastic location! Bedroom being downstairs was perfect as it was lovely and cool with ensuite there also. Good bed linen and towels and apartment was well equipped. Patio doors open out onto balcony from living and kitchen are. which gets the sun mostly all day. Great roof terrace too. Yes the stairs are steep but you get used to them. So close to bars, restaurants and supermarket. Had the best time and would definitely recommend
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dirk P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Dachterrasse & Co.

Das Haus ist alt, aber herzlich. Die enge Treppe zum Küchen-und Wohnbereich muss man mögen, aber dafür gibt es dann einen tollen Balkon und eine Dachterrasse. Die Einrichtung ist zweckmäßig, es wurde an alles gedacht. Allerdings empfehlen wir, das Haus nur zu zweit zu nutzen, da es nur ein Badezimmer abgehend vom Schlafzimmer gibt. Ansonsten ist man Mitte drin im Ortsgeschehen in hat absolut kurze Wege, zur Markthalle, zum Flanieren und zum Hafen. Man kann überall gut es, allerdings hat es uns am besten im Hafengebiet bei Paixe&Pao gefallen. Ursprünglich, freundlich und nicht so hektisch und laut, wie bei vielen Restaurants an der Promenade. Parken ist entgeltlich möglich (Hochsaison), in der Nebensaison gibt es auch noch kostenlose Parkplätze im Hafengebiet. Leider gibt es dort auch immer wieder aufdringliche Parkplatzanweiser. Wir haben hier eine schöne Zeit verbracht und würden die Unterkunft aufgrund der Lage wieder buchen. Die Kommunikation mit dem Vermieteter klappte einwandfrei. Neil hat uns eine sehr gute Einführung übermittelt.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacquie T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

An absolute jewel in the centre of Olhao.

This lovely renovated fisherman's house is absolutely perfect for a winter stay.With the balcony off the lounge and the rooftop terrace you are guaranteed sun all day.We stayed for the winter so were very happy. The location is brilliant, everything is on your doorstep, including a 3 minute walk to Pingo Doce, the nearest supermarket. If you are any way infirm you need to speak with Neil before booking as the stairs are quite narrow and steep, my husband is 70 and had no problem. We had plenty of hot water when showering and the WiFi was excellent for streaming the tv. The equipment was great, but, if you intend cooking a lot, be aware there is no oven. We made do with the microwave and hob and obviously there are some fantastic restaurants to eat out at or for deliveries. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 140 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fiona B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Holiday

We had a fantastic stay in Ohlao. The apartment was just what we expected and the location was excellent.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

our stay in Olhao

Neil's place is is easy to find, centrally located, has all the facilities you would need. We particularly like Olhao, the terrace off the kitchen/lounge was particularly pleasant for an early morning coffee. The roof terrace ideal for relaxing. The only challenge is the stairs that could prove difficult for someone less able.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alanah J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute home in historical center

I recently stayed in this lovely home in the historical center of Olhão, and it was a great experience. The apartment was nicely decorated, with traditional Portuguese style, making it feel very cozy. The location was perfect—just a short walk to the waterfront, local markets, and some amazing restaurants. I enjoyed wandering the narrow streets filled with colorful buildings and finding hidden gems. The host was very welcoming and They were easy to communicate with and always ready to help. Overall, this rental was comfortable, convenient, and charming. I highly recommend it for anyone wanting to explore Olhão!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very good

Lovely property , location ideal and the two terraces a real bonus.
Stayed 11 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jorge B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Olhão

Perfect place for a nice holiday on one of the best places of Algarve. Great place
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pedro L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

100m from municipal market (awesome place for fish, meat and vegetables), a beautiful building, and 300m from ferry to Armona, Culatra and Farol islands, great beaches. ONLY downside is the lack of AC on top floor.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Pauline B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Vacances

La maison très bien située, beau et agréable rooftop. Propriétaire très aimable et serviable. L’annonce indique un bain à remous ce qui en réalité n’est pas le cas. La propreté du logement laisse vraiment à désirer … Et la literie n’est pas confortable.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Ana Belén R.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bien

Buena estancia
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pascal B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Très bien

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Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Maria Alcina P.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sehr zentral

Schönes Häuschen sehr zentral gelegen. Hat allerdings eine sehr steile schmaleTreppe von Schlafzimmer in die Küche. Für Kinder und geh behinderten nicht zu empfehlen. Sauberkeit geht so...
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Rose R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous location

A wonderful experience set in the old streets of Olhau, yet so close to everything.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely stay

We had a lovely stay in this quaint townhouse last week. It has everything you need for a comfortable and relaxing holiday. It’s so close to the restaurants, bars, waterfront and ferries to the beautiful islands. The communication with the owner prior to travelling was prompt and very helpful and we had no issues during our stay. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

sian t.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect traditional house in excellent location

This was our second time staying at this lovely little house. It is right in the centre of everything, 2 min walk to all the bars, market and waterfront. Yes, its small but perfect for our needs. Some reviews have mentioned the steep, narrow stairs. Yes, they are that but as long as you have 2 working legs you're fine. We loved sitting on the balcony in the mornings listening to birdsong and drinking coffee. We have arrived home completely relaxed and if we decide to have another relaxing week in Olhaò, we won't be looking for anywhere else to stay, this home is just perfect XXX
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

4/10 Poor

bob hallewell

Liked: Communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy

The house is not for everyone.

Good location.good kitchen/livingroom. Bedroom damp on arrival,still.damp on departure.stair cases were mentioned as being steep and narrow.until you have to use them you realise that they are very difficult to climb on all 3 levels.all outside balconies had flakey paintwork which could have been easily and cheaply done before our arrival.no handrail on the top staircase to the roof terrace a small folding table and chairs on the roof terracewould improve the area,you have nowhere to sit on the roof terrace only sunbeds.if you have any mobility problems i would not recomend this house.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024