We had a blissful week here. As with all the other reviews, we can't rate Manuel highly enough, he is thoughtful and welcoming and lovely. We wanted for nothing during our stay and he checked up on us regularly!
Our party included grandparents in their 70s, a couple of 3 year old boys, 2 x 16 year old girls and a bunch of us in our 30s and 40s. And everyone had a ball. The villa is very well equipped to entertain all ages- from table tennis to Netflix and everything in between. We spent hours in the pool and barbecued almost every day, eating dinner at the outdoor table or on the balcony. Little touches like a Bluetooth speaker playing over the pool make a big difference.
The kitchen is very well-equipped and has everything you need to cater for a large group. And the Spar in the village has an amazing butcher's counter with very helpful staff.
We ate out once at the restaurant down by the beach. It IS expensive as other reviewers have said but it's also very relaxed and the views are unparalleled. We walked back in the evening and would highly recommend torches and pushchairs if you plan to make that journey! Some of the party had days out in Lisbon and Sintra - both highly recommended. We got Ubers to Sintra at 10 euros.
The villa is wonderfully secluded - we didn't have to worry about being noisy which was a welcome relief.
Let me finish by describing my daily holiday highlight (I am Mum to one of the 3 year olds): I was always the first awake and I'd sneak on to one of the hammocks on the balcony with my book and a cup of tea for an hour's peaceful reading before the others woke up. The house would stir and become filled with happy voices and the smell of toast. Anyone looking for a break from the stresses of work, commuting and juggling, the villa is a proper haven.