The Quinta da Saudade is a small British-run estate of privately-owned villas occupying approximately twenty-four acres about five miles west of Albufeira. Nestling in the peaceful country setting of an old hillside farm estate and set amid orange, almond and olive trees, the Quinta is about forty-five minutes drive from the Airport at Faro. The nearest beach, less than two miles away, is a magnificent long stretch of sand, bounded by dunes, where it is always possible to escape the crowds, even in August. There are two swimming pools, a children's play area and pool, tennis court, restaurant and bar, mini-golf course, table tennis and petonque. There are Riding Stables at the Quinta with fabulous horses that can be taken our for gallops across the dunes or slow hacks through the countryside. There are attractive country walks in the vicinity and there is a wetlands nature reserve nearby with a wealth of bird and plant life not commonly found in the UK. Purple Heron, Little Bittern, Alpine Swift, Bee Eater, Red Necked Night Jar, Azure Winged Magpie and more. Villa 4b (Casa Cristovao) is situated near the top pool with superb views across to the sea and has recently been renovated to provide modern facilities whilst still retaining the charm of a traditional Portuguese villa. The main villa has two twin bedded rooms each with fitted wardrobes, dressing table and hair dryers and adjoins the bath/shower room. The sitting room has comfortable sofas and chairs, a dining table and six chairs, Sky television, video player, games and books. The modern kitchen is fully equipped with a large fridge/freezer, gas cooker, washing machine, electric kettle, toaster and microwave oven for all your self catering needs. The gas hot water boiler is sited outside the villa to suit modern standards. Portable electric heaters ensure your stay is warm and cosy in the winter months. There is a wall safe in the main bedroom. The pleasant front sun terrace, accessed from the sitting room, has a built in tiled seat, patio table and chairs, sun loungers and a portable barbecue. A side gate ensures a safe area for children. The large roof top sun terrace has tiled seating, table, sun loungers, umbrella and a built-in barbecue and is an ideal place for al-fresco eating as well as sun bathing and enjoying the magnificent view. Below the main villa is a large studio with twin beds, fitted wardrobe, dressing table and hair dryer, sitting and dining area, portable electri