Carvoeiro is a beautiful town that has everything you'll need and more! We enjoyed our stay at Colina Branca 17, it is a great location ,within a 10 minute walk to town, just remember you have to walk back up the hill to get home, or it's a 3 minute drive but parking can be hard to find.
The Villa is a townhouse style with enough parking for 2 small cars. The photos you see on line are spot on to what the unit looks like. There are 3 floors, main is the entrance, kitchen, living room with dining table and main terrace. Top floor is the rooftop sundeck and the bedrooms and bathrooms are downstairs. If you have an mobility issues the stairs are a tight stone spiral and could be an issue. Everything was spotlessly clean however there was a horrible damp musty smell that just would not go away. We aired it out constantly and it became a little less offensive but I think we just got used to it. The main terrace is perfect! Lots of comfortable furniture and a great view.The unit has wall heaters in the bedrooms, main bath and main floor. The nights were cool so the heaters and fireplace were needed. Just remember electricity is extra unless you include it in your rent.
There is a washing machine, no dryer but the rooftop is the perfect place to hang your clothes to dry. The management company was a pleasure to deal with, they answered all questions quickly and when asked for help they were there to lend a hand as needed. The cleaning ladies were the best!!!
Would we rent this unit again? Yes we would if a few changes were made.
I understand that between the time we initially rented this unit and when we arrived it was sold to a new owner. So as a seasoned VRBO renter all over the world I would like to make a few recommendations to the new owner. I offer these to you so it will make a renters stay more comfortable and enjoyable and encourage them to rent from you again.
Here they are...
Replace the living room furniture, it is BRUTALLY uncomfortable! A comfy sectional sofa, chair and ottoman would be perfect.
Beach towels, at least 2 folding beach chairs, an umbrella and a little cooler would be nice.
Full instructions to all appliances in English would be helpful.
All in all potential renters it is a great little place to call home for a month or more or less.
All the best
Shelley & Tom from Cambridge Ontario, Canada.
