Modern 2-bedroom luxury apartment with patio, large communal swimming pool and landscaped gardens in Tavira. Location: Terracos de Tavira, overlooking the old center of Tavira.  Construction: approx  85.m2 and approx. 12m2 patio. Built 2008. Description:                                                                                                                                                                  Situated on a hilltop by the River Gilão in Tavira and part of an ultra modern development, this apartment offers the perfect holiday retreat. The community of exclusive apartments and townhouses surround the manicured gardens and pool areas, including a children's pool and play area, decking lawned areas with plenty of sun loungers and umbrellas. Watch the sun set over Tavira and at nightfall the gardens and pool glow in the soft illumination of the garden lights. For evenings out simple take the steps down the side of the hill to the river where traditional restaurants and bars decorate the banks and families take a stroll after dinner. The beach of Tavira is on the Island and boats to take you across the lagoon to the 'Isla' cruise the River Gilão through out the year. Tavira Island is totally unspoilt, has excellent restaurants and long stretches of sandy beaches. For the more adventures you can hire a bike in Tavira and a short cycle along the river takes you to "Pego do Inferno" (Hell Hole! So named, as allegedly there is no bottom to the plunge pool) and despite its name, is a gorgeous waterfall and lagoon where you can swim. Impeccably furnished and well equipped there is a private entrance via the front garden with video entry system. Entrance hall with storage for outdoor furniture. Kitchen is fully fitted with integral appliances, large fridge freezer, washing machine and dryer, microwave, and grill, convection oven, hob and dishwasher. Glass sliding door to living room/dining room. with leather sofas and flat screen TV. Sliding glass doors to garden area. Dining area with four chairs. Internal courtyard with table and chairs, a gas fired BBQ and doors to kitchen and sitting room. Twin bedroom with built in wardrobe. Doors to balcony with table and chairs. Main bathroom with Jacuzzi bath/shower. Master bedroom with en-suite shower bathroom, double bed, built in wardrobes and balcony. The apartment has marble tiled floors, security shutters and air-conditioning. Tavira offers old world charm and the local council has taken full advantage of the rich history of this ancient city with a strong emphasis on art, preservation and culture. During the summer there is a diary of free events in and around the city from book fairs and antique markets to music and films shown in the open air. In the winter there is classical music in the  churches where the doors are open for visitors and residents alike. Christmas sees the city festooned in twinkling lights and New Year is enjoyed with a firework display over the river. Tavira has a temperate climate so sitting with a "galão" (milky coffee) in the sunshine can be enjoyed any time of the year. For golf lovers there is a plethora of golf courses to choose from, e.g. Benamor, Quinta da Ria, Quinta de Cima and Castro Marim or the new Monte Rei Course is a first class addition for the Eastern Algarve.    Distances:  Faro:  30 km;  Boat ferry to Beach:  2 km;  Spain:  28 km;  nearest golf course: 3 km; nearest restaurant:  400 mtr;  Supermarket: 1 km;  Bus terminal: 800 mtr; Train station:  2 km. iHappy Homes - Free Wifi This property has its own WIFI hotspot to connect to the internet, free of charge. For more information, follow link accommodation with Free Wifi in the algarve. Euro 415                  -     November, December, January and February Euro 460                  -     March Euro 520                  -     April Euro 570                  -     May and October Euro 630                  -     September Euro 655                  -     June Euro 905                  -     July Euro 905                  -     August Prices are per week. Final cleaning included, additional cleaning on request. Bed linen and bath towels are included (beach and pool towels are not included). Minimum stay one week. Surcharge applicable for shorter stays. 3804/AL A car is not required as all amenities are within walking distance. Long Term Winter Rates*       Euro 1250  per month     -     November / March (* Long Term Winter rates - Minimum four weeks or more. Utilities are not included and billed at cost, meter readings. Final change over cleaning included.) 3804/AL