Carvoeiro is a traditional Portuguese fishing village that has developed into a popular holiday destination. It has lost little of its original charm, and has a small sandy beach backed by cafes and restaurants and surrounded by colourful sand and limestone cliffs. In and around Carvoeiro are some fine beaches, golf courses, restaurants and well-stocked supermarkets, and the welcoming locals will cater for your every need and help you to get the most out of your holiday. Just a few km south of the Algarve motorway and only 45 minutes from Faro airport, Carvoeiro also lies conveniently close to the town and harbour of Portimao, an excellent shopping centre with attractive pedestrian precincts and riverside restaurants. golf courses (Pinta and Gramacho) are only a 5 minutes drive from the villa.

Walking into the fishing village of Carvoeiro takes about 20 minutes but for venturing further afield, a car is certainly recommended, which is probably best hired from Faro airport (where most people fly into). For those not wishing to walk, local taxis are relatively cheap, for example to or from Carvoeiro costs just 5-6 euros.