Villa Cortina sits on a hillside in the heart of rural Algarve overlooking the rolling plains towards distant mountains. The large landscaped gardens contain a wealth of features and different areas to explore. Only 1km from a local shop and 8.5km from the pretty town of Loule, this is a great choice for a relaxing holiday and a base from which to explore the historic towns, and lovely sandy beaches of the Algarve.
Green gates open onto the beautiful gardens surrounding Villa Cortina and the large driveway has a small roundabout to make turning easy; this small circle is decorated with a large ornamental terracotta pot. From the parking area, steps lead up to the wooden front door. A thriving climbing plant is entwined across the entrance walls, covering it with red-flowers and thick green leaves

The homely sitting room has a large wooden beam across the ceiling, and a ceiling fan to stir up a cooling breeze. In the centre of one wall is an open fireplace, and arranged around it are a sofa, armchairs and coffee table. The sitting room has a large TV, video player and CD player. Patio doors open to the shaded veranda with beautiful panoramic views across the rolling plains. There is also a dining table and chairs for six.
A doorway leads through to the spacious kitchen where there is a fitted kitchen with a solid worktop. There is a breakfast bar with bar stools and the kitchen is well-equipped with dishwasher, washing machine, fridge/freezer, oven/hob.
The pretty master bedroom is furnished with a double bed, bedside cabinets, armchair and chest of drawers. Draping curtains frame the patio doors that open on to one side of the shaded veranda. A door opens into a tiled, en-suite bathroom with a full bathtub, toilet and washbasin beneath a mirror. There is also a separate shower room with a shower cubicle, toilet and washbasin.

A staircase leads from the entrance up to the first floor landing. A door opens on to a small terrace with external stairs down to the gardens and pool. On the first floor are further bedrooms; one is furnished with a double bed and the second with twin beds. Both have patio doors opening onto upper balconies with beautiful panoramic views across the lush, green countryside. Sat here as dusk descends, you can watch the pinking sky and enjoy the tranquillity; disturbed only by the distant tinkle of goat bells.

The beautiful landscaped gardens are a fantastic feature of this holiday villa; with different areas and features to explore. There are lawns, rockeries, and plenty of hidden shady spots beneath tall trees where you can relax with a good book. Neighbouring the grounds are orange groves that fill the air with a citrus fragrance. A stone wishing well sits on the left at the beginning of a long driveway lined with lawns and shrubs that leads up to the villa.
Set into a downwards slope, Villa Cortina’s elevated position affords beautiful panoramic views across the rolling plains to the distant mountains. Patio doors open from the master bedroom and living room onto a shaded veranda running along the back of the villa. Overlooking the pool below and the far-reaching scenic landscape, this small terrace is a lovely spot to savour that first morning cup of coffee.
A large staircase takes you down to the sun-filled pool terrace below. The large kidney-shaped pool has integral steps in one corner to lead you gradually into the water. A stone wall borders the pool along the far end, and opens to the large gardens at the side. The terrace has a barbecue dining area with a large built-in barbecue and a mosaic-covered table and chairs. Either side of the pool terrace you will find green and lush gardens to explore; among which there is a putting green and a small summer house. Villa Cortina is a fantastic holiday villa for those who enjoy outdoor living in the warm sunshine.

Villa Cortina is located in the village of Parragil; a traditional rural community set in rolling hills, north-west of Faro. Parragil has a small mini-market selling basic essentials (1km away) and you will find a good selection of local restaurants in the surround