Casa Comprida is set in an area of Carvoeiro called Vale De Milho (Valley of Maize). Beach, Shops, Restaurants and even a Golf Course are within walking distance, however a car is recommended but not essential. If you want more than just lazing by the pool all day there are endless amounts of places to see and things to do, Golf, Tennis, Watersports, Sightseeing. Waterparks, Walking, Shopping and so much more...
Coast/Beach
There are several pretty coved beaches in the area within 5 minutes drive including Benagil, Centeannes and Carvoeiro. Wide sandy beaches are at Armacao De Pera Ferragudo & Praia Grande.
Golf
The 9 hole par 3 Vale do Milho golf course is within 1km and other more challenging courses are within 30 minutes drive. These include the Gramacho and Pinta courses on the Pestana complex. Championship courses include Vale da Pinta near Carvoeiro and the famous Penina course near Portimao. A golfers paradise.
Travel
Faro airport is approximately 45 minutes drive away. Car hire is recommended to explore the general area but all local services are in Carvoeiro approx 20 minutes walk. Taxis are readily available
Distances
Carvoeiro is about a 20 minute walk and the towns of Lagos, Silves & Portimao are up to 30 minutes drive. A leisurely day trip would include the Monchique mountains and Cape St Vincent with other areas of the western peninsula. |