The area is great for walking, whether on the cliff tops, by the sea or through the country. Carvoeiro offers Banks, shops, bars, restaurants, entertainment, beach, boat trips (to the Grottos). There is a restaurant about 3 minute walk from the property. Rocha Brava itself offers 3 swimming pools, tennis courts, children's play areas, cafes, restaurants and a shop, there also more at Centeannes. Most activities are close by, Golf, Horse riding, Tennis, 3 water parks in the area, shopping centres and more, see our website or contact us.
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 25-30 minutes walk. Taxis are readily available and there is also a tram/train
Distances
Carvoeiro is about a 5 minute drive 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. |