Located on the southwest coast of the Algarve in the unspoiled region of Costa Vicentina is Pedralva, the forgotten village of the Algarve. This once thriving agricultural village, was mostly abandoned in the 1980’s (9 inhabitants remained) - leaving a pile of destitute buildings. In 2006, António Ferreira and his partners purchased 30 ruins and began to gradually rebuild the village with the aim of providing an authentic holiday experience. In 2010 the project was complete and 24 traditional houses, with one, two or three-bedroom houses opened their doors to welcome guests, each comfortably furnished and well-equipped.
Accommodation
- 24 village houses including one-bedroom, two-bedroom and three-bedroom units
- Daily cleaning and linen changed every 3 or 4 days
One-bedroom houses (sleep 2+2)
- All units have a bedroom, bathroom (shower), lounge with double sofa bed suitable for up to two children (2-12yrs) and kitchenette (electric oven and hobs, refrigerator, microwave, toaster and Nespresso coffee maker)
- One unit (Burgau) has a king size bed and three units (Castelejo, Mirouço and Tonel) have a queen size bed. All other units have a twin bedroom
- One unit (Castelejo) has a private patio and barbecue area
Two-bedroom houses (sleep 4+1)
- All units have two bedrooms, bathroom (shower), lounge and single sofa bed, kitchenette (electric oven and hobs, refrigerator, microwave, toaster and Nespresso coffee maker)
- Four units (Salema, Boca do Rio, Furnas and Figueira) have bunk beds in the second bedroom
- Four units have a patio with barbecue (Ingrina, Mareta, Zavial and Figueira)
Three-bedroom houses (sleep 6+1)
- All units have three bedrooms, bathroom (shower), lounge, kitchen (refrigerator, microwave, electric stove (2 hobs) and oven, toaster and Nespresso coffee maker).
- The sofa bed is suitable for a child (2-12 yrs)Two units have a patio with barbecue (Barriga and Murraco). These units have 2 bedrooms with king-size beds and a third bedroom with two bunk beds
- One unit (without patio) has 1 bedroom with queen-size bed, 1 bedroom with twin beds and an attic room (third bedroom – twin beds)
Amenities/Leisure
- ‘Café Central’ offering a buffet breakfast (can be booked via Sunvil Discovery or on request – payable locally), light meals and bar service
- ‘Sitio da Pedralva’ restaurant serving regional cuisine and open daily for lunch and dinner. There is also an excellent pizzeria much frequented by localsComplimentary WiFi only in café central, lounge area and at reception
- Library
- Snooker (c.6 Euros per hour)
- Barbecue area
- Outdoor swimming pool (11 x 6m) open all year
- Free private parking
- Nearest beach is 'Praia Amado' which is within a10 minute drive
- 14km from Sagres
Activities that can be arranged and paid for locally include: bird watching, boat excursions, cycling, diving, dolphin watching, fishing, hiking, jeep tours, photography courses and surfing
The Rota Vicentina walking trail ‘The Fisherman’s Way’ passes through the village – Find out more about the Rota Vicentina – View walking maps
Board Basis: Self Catering
One Bedroom House
One bedroom house with bathroom (shower), lounge with double sofa bed suitable for up to two children (2-12yrs) and kitchenette (electric oven and hobs, refrigerator, microwave, toaster and Nespresso coffee maker.
Two Bedroom House
Two bedroom house, bathroom (shower), lounge and single sofa bed,kitchenette (electric oven and hobs, refrigerator, microwave, toaster and Nespresso coffee maker). The second bedroom of some units consists of bunk beds.
Two Bedroom House with Patio
Two bedroom house, bathroom (shower), lounge and single sofa bed,kitchenette (electric oven and hobs, refrigerator, microwave, toaster and Nespresso coffee maker) and some with patio and barbeque. The second bedroom of some units consists of bunk beds
Three Bedroom House with Patio
Three bedroom house, bathroom (shower), third bedroom with bunk beds, lounge and single sofa bed,kitchenette (electric oven and hobs, refrigerator, microwave, toaster and Nespresso coffee maker) and some with patio and barbeque.