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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6188 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

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About this property

spacious, close to beach, great seaview, garden, fireplace

  • Dear sun worshipers and adventures in need of a holiday!
    'Casa Boa Vida' is situated at the edge of the charming fishermans village amidst Europes biggest natural reserve "Costa Vicentina". It is the perfect starting point for exiting trips. We always felt enchanted by Salema and its sourroundings. We will provide selfdrawn maps for you to get to know the insides and to help you fall in love, too.
    „Casa Boa Vida“ is a quite, spacious, homely Atrium house very close to the beach, with fireplace and a little garden and has great see views. From here it is only about 300 meters to the centre of the village with restaurants, shops and the beach.
    The house comprises of a living area of 188 m2 on 2 floors. The bottom floor consists of a spacious comfortable living room with fire place. The dining area is separated but open towards the living room and adjoins the well provided kitchen. The light streaming in from the Atrium through the partially glazed ceiling of the dining area creates a special atmosphere in the dining and living area. The living room with its big sliding glass doors is facing south with view into the little evergreen garden. There is also a guest bathroom on the bottom floor. On the upper floor there is the fully glass-roofed Atrium, 3 bedrooms of which 2 are equipped with balcony. There are 2 bathrooms with daylight. One of them is equipped with WC, shower and bath, the other one with WC and shower. From the upper floor you have an wonderful view on the near sea, the small village and into the green country. Apart from the building the property comprises of the little garden and a big yard with parking space for 3 cars. (Please open 'more details' for further description.
    Amenities of the house:
    living room: 2 three-seater sofas, 1 armchair, fire place,books,travel guides, restaurant guides
    dining area: extendable table for 4 to 8 people, highchai
    kitchen: table with 4 chairs, dish washer, gas cooker and
    electric oven with grill, fridge with freezer, coffee machine, toaster, juicer, cook books, washing machine,
    bedroom 1: en-suite, double bed (king size), spacious fitted cupboard, balcony
    bedroom 2: double bed, spacious fitted cupboard, balcony bedroom 3: children’s room with bunk bed for 2 children, cot on
    request, range of toys and books for children of different ages (2 tennis rugs, kite, sand toys, rhythm musical instruments, Playmobil, puzzles, board games, soft dough, paint box …)
    garden: garden chairs and table
    other: hair dryer, iron
    final cleaning after departure: 40 Euro, prices for heating according to actual costs of usage
    long-term rent: please ask for special offers
    The house is equipped with electric heating. In the winter months it is usually sufficient to additionally heat the fire place in the evenings only.
    Catering: self catering, bedding and towels inclusive, please bring beach towels.
    Car is useful but not necessary, it is possible to rent a car or scooter in Salema, at the airport or in Lagos. We can help you renting a car. If you do not want to rent a car you can travel by train from Faro to Lagos and take a bus from Lagos to Salema. As well there is an airport shuttle from Faro to Salema.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers

Pool/Spa

  • Massage

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Freezer
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Area rug in room
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Boat
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Bicycles
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Property located in a resort
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 2,024 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Reisebabybett (120cm x 60 cm) vorhanden

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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 39518/AL

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Located in Vila do Bispo, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the beach. While the natural beauty of Praia da Luz and Dona Ana Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Marina de Lagos. Travelling with kids? Consider Lagos Zoo and Wavesensations - Sagres Surf School & Camp. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and ecotours. Visit our Vila do Bispo travel guide
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Salema, Algarve

What's nearby

  • A beach with waves at sunset.
    Salema Beach
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • A coastal town with white buildings, a rocky cliff, and the ocean.
    Praia da Luz
    23 min drive - 16.5 km
  • A marina with numerous boats docked, a clear blue sky, and a stone breakwater.
    Marina de Lagos
    29 min drive - 23.0 km
  • A beach with large rock formations and calm sea.
    Dona Ana Beach
    29 min drive - 23.8 km
  • Figueira Beach
    20 min walk - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Lagos Station
    30 min drive
  • Portimao (PRM)
    33 min drive

Restaurants

  • Beach Bar
    8 min drive
  • Steakhouse Empire
    10 min drive
  • Casa Padaria
    8 min drive
  • Miam
    9 min drive
  • Café Do Burgau
    9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is spacious, close to beach, great seaview, garden, fireplace pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at spacious, close to beach, great seaview, garden, fireplace?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at spacious, close to beach, great seaview, garden, fireplace?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at spacious, close to beach, great seaview, garden, fireplace?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is spacious, close to beach, great seaview, garden, fireplace located?

Nestled on the beach, this Vila do Bispo holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Salema Beach and Golfo de Cádiz. Boca do Rio Beach and Parque da Floresta Golf are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Exceptional

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9.6

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

Reviews

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8/10 Good

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

Great Stay

+ Location + Space - Water Pressure - Could be more clean It was a good stay and to have lunch in the outside was great.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect house and location

We absolutely love staying here. It was really well equipped and a great size. I can't recommend it enough.
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2024
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Great location for a paired down vacation

Great location. The hosts are very friendly and supportive. If you intend to use the internet beware that the signal is very weak and nonexistent much of the time
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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

Great Stay

This property was great for us to spread out and enjoy the algarve. Great restaurants and beaches within walking distance. We loved the hand drawn maps for surrounding hikes and beaches. It was great for kids. Our daughter loved the bunk bed and toys. They had kid accommodations we haven't seen other places like a potty seat, toddler chair, etc.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peacefull

The property is very cosy, with plenty of space and equiped with everthing we need for a very good holidays.
Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2023
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were 2 female travelers who enjoyed our stay at Angelika's lovely home. High ceilings and big living room and master bedroom. TV worked will with U Tube Nice kitchenGarden area lovely.Town was just what we wanted. Variety of restaurants that were very good. Mini markets had everything. Small atmosphereWalk to town was 10 minutes on a hilly roadI had to stop a few times when walking back up to the Villa Legs got really strong from this exercise!Master bedroom a delight. Second bedroom 1/2 the size but adequate. Very nice sunroom for an afternoon napBeaches were clean and scenic in townDriveway not an option as the entry was a challenge.Street parking very convenientMy friend would like a return visit to this Villa with herson's family That says it all!Thank you to Angelika who was always available andextremely helpful
Stayed 15 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful outdoor space

The highlight of this house is the backyard : trees and birds, plenty of space to sit and relax, with shade and sun. A short walk from one of many beaches. Very easy communication with Michal and Angelika.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely home!

The property is as described and shown. We felt very comfortable here during our 1 month stay. Loved the interior and back garden area. Loads of space. Kitchen was well equipped and we appreciated all the other extras that were available, including the avacado tree that was providing fruit! Hiking and beach were great...the hand drawn maps were very useful for exploring. Hosts were helpful and very responsive. We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 29 nights in Apr 2024
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8/10 Good

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

Spacious house in a good location

Lovely spacious house with sea views from the rear. House was well equipped with pleasant terraced garden. Lots of walks to do from the property and the beach and restaurants are 10 min walk away. The gate entrance to the drive is narrow and our rented SUV was too wide to risk any scratches but parking space directly across the road. Challenge to get consistent hot water for all the family in the morning but splitting the showering arrangements between morning and evening worked better.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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

Exceeded expectations

We loved Casa Boa Vida and Salema. Before we arrived Michal answered our questions about the house and the area thoroughly and right away. Directions to the house were easy to follow and we loved the detailed hand-drawn maps of the surrounding area. Restaurant recommendations were helpful and accurate. The house itself is spacious and airy. I especially loved the quiet I found sitting on the patio and balcony, as well as inside the house. House is spacious, well stocked and everything is labeled well so it’s easy to find what you need. We loved everything about our stay at casa boa vida! I really can’t believe my luck in finding Michal snd Angelika’s home for what felt like 5 days in paradise.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Absolutely perfect! No need to run for supplies!
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The kitchen was reasonably set up. The pans were plentiful but didn’t have covers for all sizes.There was ample room for 4 people. We really enjoyed the sun room in the morning. The location of the home was perfect. We can walk to the beach and restaurants in 10-15 minutes.There were many restaurants in Salema and everyone that we tried was very good. The big grocery store was only 10 minutes away as was the gas station.
Stayed 24 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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

Great place to stay in Salema Village

We really enjoyed our stay at Casa Boa Vida in Salema Village. Lots of space, kid friendly, walking distance to the beach, with lots of great restaurants in the village. The hosts are very responsive and the kitchen is well stocked with everything you need to make meals at home. It also has some great views of the ocean. Highly recommend!
Walk to the beach
Upper patio
Garden area
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

very nice place!!

The house was very nice, its location too,at 10 minutes of the sea by walk, nothing bad to notice, salema is a very nice village also, very typical with all comodities, we recommend and will come back as soon as possible !!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2018
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10/10 Excellent

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Lovely stay in Salema

Wonderful place to stay, fully meets expectations. Spacious, clean, kitchen is well equipped, and back garden is a lovely place to eat or read. We hiked/ran portions of Fisherman's trail in both directions, with day trips to beaches/hikes on West coast. Salema's beach is very nice, as are hidden beaches to the West - host's maps are great. Salema is a quiet little town and great place to relax. One caution, everything is close but condo is right at the top of a steep hill - when we were too lazy to walk it was a 1min drive down.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
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8/10 Good

Great location and comfortable, spacious house

Nearby nature reserve, walks and beaches were fantastic at this time of year when tourism is low. But much of the town and neighbouring Figuiera shuts down over the Christmas holidays, so be prepared for limited restaurant options. In our view the quiet and uncrowded conditions then make up for any of these inconveniences.
Stayed 16 nights in Dec 2018
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Fantastic property in an amazing location

We have just come back from an amazing holiday staying at Casa Boa Vida. Salema is a fantastic place with a very relaxed atmosphere, there are plenty of good places to eat and the blue flag beach is clean, quiet and very picturesque. The House is a short 5 to 10 minute walk from the beach and is maintained to a very high standard with a beautiful garden/patio area at the rear. The property is very family friendly, with toys, books and games which was great for our two year old son. There are balconies in two of the bedrooms and a spacious living area and dining room downstairs. The kitchen is well equipped, there are a couple of small supermarkets within 5 minutes walking distance and a larger supermarket about 5 minute drive away. I would highly recommend this property and hope to visit again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful place in Salema

We had a wonderful stay in this property. It's very spacious and well furnished. Owners are great to communicate with and shared lots of helpful information for the area. We loved the boardgames and books. As mentioned in the other posts it is a bit of a climb back from the beach - but nothing really bad. Loved the bike rental place a stone throw away - really nice business. We did some very nice bike trips to the other beaches in the area. We also used the pool in the vacation village 100m away a few times - no one complained and it was very empty. The wifi is not always super stable if you have to work / do video conferences. Fortunately I had a wifi repeater to pick up a wifi close by. And be careful with the driving your car through the entrance gate - make sure to enter forward from uphill :) Thanks for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Large home in the perfect town!

We stayed at Casa Boa Vida for two weeks in June 2015. First, Salema is by far our favorite town in the Algarve. We stayed in Sagres once before and visited many beaches and towns throughout the Algarve. Salema is perfect in every way. The beach is beautiful and the water was warm and not too rough to swim in with our little one. The house is enormous and was more than enough room for our family of 4 with a teenager and toddler. The beds were comfortable, hot water always worked and kitchen stocked with basics. We really enjoyed coming home after a long day at the beach or travelling around. We made meals and ate outside in the back yard. Beautiful views of the ocean. The walk to town/beach is very close, but it is a steep hill. It was not a problem for us, but plan to take your time. Do yourself a favor and eat at O'Lourenco's and Pizza Mobile (one of our favorite daily spots). Angelika was so helpful through the booking process and always available. The house has many books and maps and a great welcome book with hand drawn maps of walks and would took advantage and explored the area. The house is convenient to everything you need. We would love to stay again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful home in a small seaside village

Lovely home, immaculately kept with all the amenities you could require. Fatima was lovely to deal with and helpful with any questions we had. The front bedroom is quite loud, so if you are light sleepers you will need earplugs. You definitely need a car to get around, if you want to explore outside of Salema, but easy enough area to navigate. The driveway was nerve wracking to get into and out of (it’s a tight fit) but we managed to not scratch the rental! The brochure could be updated - some of the restaurants were no longer in business and when asked for assistance on renting a car, they couldn’t offer any (but it says they would in the brochure). Checking in was a bit tricky because we we’re told we had to call (not text) the housekeeper ahead of time to let us in, and have 100 euros for a deposit. Our euro SIM card wasn’t working well, but thankfully we could Skype her. We then had to set up a time the day we left to get back the deposit. Just found it a bit tedious. Aside from those minor details we highly recommend staying here! It’s very spacious relaxing spot with beautiful gardens and views!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wir haben uns sehr willkommen und zuhause gefühlt. Es war alles (und mehr) vorhanden, was man nur so brauchen könnte. Alles war super sauber. Von beiden Balkonen war das Meer zu sehen, die Betten waren super bequem und es gab Platz ohne Ende! Der Kontakt mit den Vermietern war einfach und sehr schnell. Wir können die Unterkunft unbedingt weiter empfehlen!
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Goeie bedden, goed uitgeruste keuken, gezellige woning en tuin, dichtbij mooie wandelpaden en strand. We hebben t 14 dagen heel fijn gehad
Stayed 15 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Das Haus war super schön, sauber, top ausgestattet und gut gelegen. Wir haben uns sehr wohlgefühlt. Die Vermieter waren sehr freundlich und haben viele hilfreuche Tipps für Unternehmungen und Restaurants gegeben. Gerne jederzeit wieder!
Stayed 21 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wir hatten eine sehr schöne Zeit in einem gepflegten, insbesondere für Kinder sehr gut ausgestatteten Haus. Angelika und Michal haben mit liebevollen Detailtipps und selbstgezeichneten Karten gut beraten und waren immer sehr schnell erreichbar.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sehr grosszügiges Haus, ruhige Lage (so war es zumindest bei unserem Aufenthalt im September), gut ausgestattete Küche, 10 Minuten zu Fuss zum sehr schönem Ortsstrand, diverse Restaurants im Ort.Gastgeber sind sehr gut erreichbar und haben uns im Vorfeld mit wertvollen Skizzen zu Wanderungen in der Umgebung versorgt.Enge Einfahrt zum Parkplatz, Auto kann jedoch auch auf Parkplätzen direkt an der Strasse geparkt werden.Starke Druck- und Temperaturschwankungen in der Wasserversorgung erschwerten das Duschen.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025