Casa da Criança is a magnificent villa commanding a privileged position on the hill side close to Santa Barbara de Nexe and enjoys spectacular country side views with the ocean in the background. Set in substantial mature grounds this property offers peace and privacy in abundance. There is the tennis court at the high end of the property which also includes a basketball ring, a level lower there is Petanque and on the same level as the pool area there is the fully equipped games room, all areas are linked by pathways making it ideal for those less mobile to enjoy the beautiful grounds. The interior of the villa is traditionally styled and tastefully furnished  throughout, with a homely and cosy feel. There is well equipped country style kitchen and delightful open plan living dining area that leads out on to the covered terrace with ample seating and an excellent covered bbq area with circular dining table. This is a most beautiful spot to enjoy outdoor meals and create happy holiday memories. The ground floor also consists of a double bedroom with adjacent baby room, complete with wooden cot, baby dressing table, stair gate, highchair and toys- en suite bathroom and separate shower. From the Living room a staircase leads to the first floor where 3 more bedrooms and shower rooms are situated. 

Approximately 2.5kms from Santa Barbara de Nexe centre, 600m from mini market/café, 6 mins drive from train station, 35 mins drive from nearest beach at Quinta do Lago

Double wrought iron entrance gates open up to cobblestone drive with ample parking. The villa’s entrance can be reached by the cobblestone drive or by crossing the pool area which lies a level higher, then 3 steps up to the lounge and barbecue terraces, from where the front door and kitchen door are reached. Barbecue terrace flows into kitchen terrace and has a separate cloakroom on the left. Kitchen with island, fully equipped with 8-ring gas hob, 3 ovens, grill, dishwasher, fridge/freezer, washing machine, microwave, kettle, toaster, juicer etc. Off kitchen to secondary living room with easy chair and sofa, which flows into the main living room and dining area with open fire place, TV, DVD, Wifi, Docking station, sound system in and outside, underfloor heating, ceiling fans. Patio doors to large covered terrace. Off dining area to 1 double bedroom with adjacent baby room, en suite bathroom with separate shower, window to pool area. From dining area staircase up to first floor landing. 1 twin bedroom with extra bunk-bed. Shower room with large walk-in shower. 2 double bedrooms each with en suite shower room. Barbecue terrace with built-in charcoal barbecue, round table and seating for eight. From lounge terrace 3 steps down to pool terrace with covered gazebo. Opposite pool terrace: separate games room with table tennis, pool table ( charge applies 1 euro per game by slot machine ), darts, table football, CD player. It also stores the tennis rackets and petanque balls. From the barbecue terrace through the garden: petanque pitch and tennis court with basket ball ring. From the barbecue terrace and garden: staircase to first floor terrace with outdoor seating an stunning views. Please advise if you need the pool area to be gated (can  be arranged at additional at additional charge if required).  Maid service 2 times a week, including changeover. Pool heating and air conditioning ( all rooms except kitchen) is at an extra cost, if required. 

Extra Facilities

• Barbecue

• Pool towels provided

• Childrens' pool/section

• Gate or fenced pool

• Pool safetynet

• Lawned garden area

• Childrens play area

• Pool/Snooker table

• Table tennis

• Villa heating

• Dishwasher

• Microwave

• Washing machine

• Laundry service available

• Television

• DVD

• CD player

• Internet connectivity/WiFi

• Free WiFi

• Sound/iPod dock

• Games console

• Central music system

• Car hire essential

• Sea views

• Countryside views

• Table football

• Petanque