The cicadas are always singing at Casa Childs, a private haven nestling amid five acres of pine, cork, orange and lemon trees. Boasting a fabulous tennis court, a mosaic-tiled swimming pool and a terrace that stretches the entire length of the villa, Casa Childs is one of the Algarve’s best-kept secrets.

The villa itself was designed over forty years ago by its British architect owner and remains in the family today. The style is elegant and unpretentious: English designer fabrics, Portuguese ceramics, granite mined from the local hills, a Mark Wilkinson kitchen. There is a book and DVD library, a printer/scanner and Wi-Fi throughout. Central heating, a gorgeous log fire, the option of pool heating and the universally-adored maid, Rosaria, make this truly a house for all seasons.

Casa Childs is located near Caldas de Monchique, and has been designed as a traditional holiday home. It enjoys a nice view over the Algarve to the sea, and is set in 10,000m2. of established terraced garden with flowers, shrubs and trees. A large swimming-pool and a tennis court make this villa specially interesting for a group of friends, or a family with children.

Ground Floor: Living-Room with fireplace, Dining-Room, large covered terrace, Kitchen, Utility Room & Garage.

Upper Floor: 1 twin Bedroom with Bathroom en suite, 2 Double Bedrooms, 3 Single Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms.

Steps lead to the swimming pool (8m.x4m.) in front of the house, one terrace below, and to the tennis court at the bottom of the garden.

The house is comfortably furnished and decorated in English country house style.

The property is located 5Kms. (5mns. drive) from Monchique, a few minutes walk from the small spa of Caldas, and within easy walking distance of several restaurants.

Sleeps 6/9, Swimming-Pool, Tennis Court, Tel.(metered), Washing-Machine, Maid: 4 hours, 6 days per week.