Heart of Olhao.Within a 10-minute walk of the vacation home, you'll find Olhao Municipal Market and Ria Formosa Natural Park. Also, Parque Natural da Ria Formosa is within half a mile (1 km) and Olhao Harbour is within 2 miles (3 km).
Parque Natural da Ria Formosa - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Falesia Beach - 38 min drive - 43.3 km
Getting around
Faro Station - 21 min drive
Faro Intl. Airport (FAO) - 18 min drive
Restaurants
Sushi Moment's - 5 min walk
Delícia de Olhão - 8 min walk
Taberna D, Olhao - 6 min walk
Chá Chá Chá - 7 min walk
Mo Cafe - 6 min walk
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
A Little Gem in Olhao, East Algarve
Newly rebuilt fisherman's house in quaint Olhão, located just off main street and near the waterfront, marina, restaurants & cafes. Easy walk to bus, train & shopping. Short ferry ride to the unique beach islands of Armona, Culatra and Farol. Easy access to other Algarve towns by train or bus.
Small kitchen with all amenities, heating/AC, Wi-fi, cable TV, DVD player, washing machine, fridge, stove, microwave, toaster, kettle. BBQ grill in back patio with table and chairs. A cozy little spot!
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
No elevator
Stair-free path to entrance
Tile flooring in public areas
Smoking not allowed
Note from host: Smoking allowed in back patio area only.
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In the city center
Near an outlet shopping mall
Near the marina
On the waterfront
Things to do
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Motor boating nearby
Sailing nearby
Swimming nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock
General
Garden
Property does not allow children
Unit size: 753 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 26
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Rules
Smoking allowed in back patio area only.
To prevent excessive consumption/waste of electricity, we allocate 15 kWh/day which is sufficient for normal use, and over-use is billed at 0.18€/kWh.
Electricity deposit of 50€ required at Check-in, refundable at Check-Out. Guests are shown how to operate air conditioning & how to read the meter.
Pets
No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
This property does not allow children.
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Smoking allowed in back patio area only.
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.
Property Registration Number 138221/AL
Property is also known as
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Frequently asked questions
How close is A Little Gem in Olhao, East Algarve to the airport?
This vacation home is 9 mi (18-min drive) away from the Faro Intl. Airport (FAO) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does A Little Gem in Olhao, East Algarve have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.
How close is A Little Gem in Olhao, East Algarve to the beach?
This vacation home is 11.2 mi (29-min drive) from Faro Island Beach and 0.8 mi (9-min drive) from Ilha da Culatra Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!
Does A Little Gem in Olhao, East Algarve offer free breakfast?
This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at A Little Gem in Olhao, East Algarve?
No, there is no casino at this vacation home.
What time is check-in at A Little Gem in Olhao, East Algarve?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
Is there free parking at A Little Gem in Olhao, East Algarve?
Free parking is not available at this vacation home.
Does A Little Gem in Olhao, East Algarve have a pool?
This vacation home does not have a pool.
Does A Little Gem in Olhao, East Algarve have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this vacation home.
How close is A Little Gem in Olhao, East Algarve to downtown Olhao?
This vacation home is 0.2 mi away from Olhao.
A Little Gem in Olhao, East Algarve Reviews
Reviews
8.4
Very good
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 8 reviews
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Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 8 reviews
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Grampa G.
Apr 14, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
Stay was fantastic and so was Lucy.
Grampa G.
Stayed 74 nights in Jan 2026
10/10 Excellent
John B., FAREHAM
Jun 5, 2019
Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent base
Lovely stay and Lucy met us on arrival. We received a beautiful basket of essential foods. This was very much appreciated. Check it out before you go shopping as there is a lot essentials. Great supply of toiletries, including very nice shower gel, shampoo and conditioner. Lots of household cleaning products also supplied. House is small but adequate. Bedroom is a reasonably good size. Bed comfortable with lovely linens but a bit squeaky! Bathroom good size too. Small garden with some sunshine but with plenty of light. Nice garden chairs, table and umbrella. Perfect for eating breakfast or having a meal and drink in evening. BBQ also supplied, although we never used it. The property is very near the marina and lots of excellent restaurants. We were able to walk to the ferries, which take you to the Islands in under 15mins. All in all a very central property near local supermarket. Very reasonably priced.
John B.
Stayed 14 nights in May 2019
2/10 Terrible
Scarlet H.
Jun 20, 2018
Terrible
The apartment had a leak coming from the kitchen that flooded the flat and the shower also leaked. The bed is the most uncomfortable bed I’ve ever slept on. I had to buy painkillers to get through the agony! It’s hard as a rock. The outside patio is nice but it gets no sun so you can’t relax and hang out there. Too expensive for what it was. Stayed in much better, would avoid.
Scarlet H.
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2018
8/10 Good
Leo d.
Sep 18, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Goed compleet appartementje.Ik heb wat aanbevelen gedaan naar de eigenaar.Afvoer douche en het bed dat erg kraakt.Op loop afstand leuk oude centrum, boulevard met lekkere restaurants, winkels en treinstation. Voor ons voldeed het prima we zijn er 1 week geweest.
Leo d.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jörg L.
May 22, 2025
Jörg L.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
8/10 Good
herve g.
Sep 11, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Séjour agréable
Recommandé pour 2 personnes
herve g.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2020
10/10 Excellent
Roland V.
Aug 20, 2019
Liked: Cleanliness
Super
Bon sejour dans cette petite maison tout confort, il ne manque rien !
Le quartier est typiquement Portugais nous a beaucoup plus.
Roland V.
8/10 Good
Mário A.
Sep 4, 2018
Pequena e harmoniosa
Gostamos muito da casa. Pequena de facto, mas muito acolhedora, mobilada com gosto, muito limpa, com todas as comodidades. O páteo faz a diferença. Muito bom!
Para duas pessoas e para férias é suficiente.