Early Bird Offer - 5% discount on all 2025 bookings confirmed before 31 December 2024. Offer only applies to villa rental, new bookings & specified dates. Cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer. 7 night minimum booking. Offer may be withdrawn at any time. Prices displayed do not include this reduction.
An adorable villa with oodles of charm close to some amazing restaurants and beaches
Escola Velha is in an ideal position for relaxing holidays. It is located in a quiet lane just off the coast road in Vale de Parra and is close to the beaches, golf, restaurants, Albufeira Marina and Algarve Shopping.
As it was once the village school, it has great Portuguese charm with thick whitewashed walls and typical high cane ceilings which keeps the house cool in the summer months.
It has been extensively renovated (with a new fully equipped kitchen), keeping original features, combined with some surprising creativity. Escola Velha offers spacious accommodation, great character and comfort both inside and outside. It really is one of the most charming villas in our portfolio!
There are several spacious terraces with outdoor furniture around the house and sunbathing areas with views over the surrounding countryside.
There is also a petanque court (boules provided) and a barbecue. There is ample shaded parking under the olive trees.
The swimming pool has a child friendly pool cover which keeps the pool warmer than usual. The cover can be used when the pool is not in use giving parents peace of mind. The pool also has a new cleaning system which makes the water much kinder for anyone with allergies.
There is a restaurant just a short walk from the villa which is lovely and they will always be particularly happy to welcome guests of Escola Velha!
Things we love...
"Now, we are not meant to have favourites....but I have a soft spot for Escola Velha. It is clear from the moment you arrive that the owners love this house and happy memories seem to exude from its very foundations. It is so popular with our clients, some of whom return every year, and we don't blame them. Some of our favourite restaurants are nearby too like Sao Domingos and Cozinha do Claudio, which you can find in our Best Restaurants in Albufeira blog. This sweet villa is simply lovely." Ginnie, Managing Director.
Tourist License No:101650/AL.
(Although every care has been taken to make sure photographs and descriptions are kept updated, the properties are subject to changes, updates and improvements. If something is particularly important to you, please let us know so that we can confirm this facility is available).
Living room. Dining room. Kitchen. Master suite with king size bed & bathroom with bath and shower. 2 twin bedrooms (can be made up as king size upon request). 2 shower rooms. Poolside shower.
Pounds (£)
| Number of people | ||
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| 1 - 6 | ||
| 03 Feb - 03 May 24 | £896 | |
| 04 May - 07 Jun 24 | £1386 | |
| 08 Jun - 05 Jul 24 | £1750 | |
| 06 Jul - 23 Aug 24 | £2443 | |
| 24 Aug - 30 Aug 24 | £1750 | |
| 31 Aug - 13 Sep 24 | £1386 | |
| 14 Sep - 22 Nov 24 | £896 | |
| Number of people | ||
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| 1 - 6 | ||
| 01 Feb - 02 May 25 | £945 | |
| 03 May - 23 May 25 | £1456 | |
| 24 May - 04 Jul 25 | £1841 | |
| 05 Jul - 29 Aug 25 | £2562 | |
| 30 Aug - 12 Sep 25 | £1456 | |
| 13 Sep - 21 Nov 25 | £945 | |
Prices are in £'s sterling per week. If your holiday dates cross two seasons please ask us for a quote.
Refundable security deposit - 2024 - £300.00
Refundable security deposit - 2025 - £300.00
Taxi transfer 1 - 4 people £55.00
Taxi transfer 5 - 8 people £79.00
Any taxi prices shown are for 1 way journeys
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Mrs Cooper. Sep 24: The only word I would use to describe the staff and quality of service from The Villa Agency is Perfection. Trustpilot Review
Mrs Murray. Jul 24: Couldn’t have been better! We had a great stay at the villa, everyone loved it, it had all the facilities we needed for a week, was a beautiful location and we struggled to leave it. The property managers were also extremely friendly and helpful! 10/10 Would go back in a heartbeat! Totally recommend
Mrs G Cooper. Sep 23: Amazing 5* service.We first booked with the villa agency in 1999 and we have used them ever since!! Their 5* service really is the best from the initial contact to the call when you are away they go above and beyind. Heres to the next 24 years !! Trustpilot Review
Mrs A Cooper Sep 23: Beautiful Villa. If you want to get away and relax this villa is it. Spacious and beautiful for a family. This is out second time staying here and would recommend it without question. Trustpilot Revew
Mrs G Cooper. Sep 2022: It was our first time back to this amazing villa since 2009 and as usual it didn't disapoint! The villa agency once again made the whole experience !!from the very first phone call to re booking us for next year they were brilliant. Trustpilot Review
Mr Scopes. Aug 2019: Easy to use website, good communication and information provided both during the booking process and afterwards. It was a pleasant surprise to have a call from the agency a couple of days into the holiday to make sure everything was ok. Would definitely recommend and will be using them again! Trustpilot review
Mrs A: 7 Sep 2019
This villa is a stunning property, with everything you could need. The attention to detail of decor and coordination of colour scheme throughout out made it a tranquil, calming place to stay. Home from home. The cleaner and her husband who maintain the villa were so lovely and helpful, regularly checking we had everything we needed, changing bedding/towels but informed us when they were doing this so no issues with privacy. Surrounding area was pleasant, you need a car, beaches are short drive away, then just carry on up the coast to explore whichever beach is your preference. Near to the villa is a lovely restaurant and a tapas place. A couple of petrol stations that sell essentials are 3 mins walk away, then you have Aldi close drive away 5 mins. The large Algarve shopping centre is 10 minute drive away which I found quite cheap and addictive to pick up a bargain. They have a massive supermarket their too. To be honest this was my first trip to Portugal and loved it, loved the people, the place. This won’t be my only visit. I almost don’t want to do a review of this villa as don’t want this little gem booked up when I try to go again. But fairs fair it was a delightful stay, plus the pool was the icing in the cake ?????.
Mr & Mrs L "Thank you for another wonderful holiday. Your UK staff were friendly and very helpful with our booking and it was lovely to visit Escola Velha again. We hope we can do the same next year!"
Mr L, "Just a line to say thank you again for another wonderful holiday at Escola Velha. We hope to be able to book again next year and maybe even stay a little longer! As always your staff were very friendly & helpful with our booking and we would recommend you to all our family and friends. Once again, many thanks"
Mr A "Will certainly book with you again, first class service and accommodation is exactly as described in your brochures. Oh, nearly forgot, the rep and the cleaner were 1st class also".
Mr P "We have been to this area many times in the past and always had villas, but it is fair to say that this was the best villa we have had. The villa itself was in a lovely location, the pool was great and we had many lovely evenings sitting on the beautiful veranda, which was superb in that it had many different seating areas. We are real foodies and the kitchen and barbecue area really catered for that. The kitchen was exceptionally equipped which was a real pleasure and, as people who enjoy cooking, it was a pleasure to have sharp knives and every utensil on hand. We really enjoyed the authenticity of the villa and the owner’s quirky taste – definitely a home from home. Our elder grandson (11) became a master barbecuer whilst we were there and the location of the barbecue meant that you were not excluded from the rest of the family. Our grandson was so impressed that he made a video to show everyone at home. He also really enjoyed the wifi facility. The maid came twice during the week and was very friendly and efficient".
Mrs L "Thank you for another wonderful holiday with The Villa Agency! Everything was perfect including the lovely car we had. We never tire of visiting Escola Velha and we look forward to more holidays there in the future."
Mr G " Thank you. We had a lovely time there again".
Mrs H 'Your agency was a pleasure to do business with and everyone I had dealings with were so helpful. It's so refreshing!! We certainly would considering using your agency in the future.'
