Perfect holidays on the Algarve

A seafront villa overlooking one of the prettiest coves in the Algarve at Praia do Vau and probably one of the grandest mansions in the region are among the new choice of luxury holiday properties on offer in 2008 with independent rental specialist Affinity Villas (affinityvillas.com).

Like the majority of the 100 villas featured in THE COLLECTION by Affinity, Casa Cor do Rosa – a beautiful 2 bedroom 2 bathroom villa for four just steps from the beach – comes with its own private pool and full air conditioning. It is available for £985 for a week in May and for £1925 in the summer peak.

For larger groups, Casa Ferrel on the Funchal Ridge close to Lagos is among some of the other stunning new properties added for 2008. This brand new 8 bedroom, 7 bathroom villa is able to accommodate up to 17 people and boasts an indoor and outdoor pool, a fully equipped gym with professional equipment, an 8 seat cinema and a large private wine cellar. It can be booked for different party sizes – from £2093 for 10 in May to £4961 for 17 in August.

For even more opulence and style, Casa Refugio, on the exclusive Penina golf resort near Alvor, takes some beating. Exquisitely designed and furnished as a luxury home, this huge 6 bedroom villa for 12 has beautifully appointed rooms with double height ceilings and original art while outside there is a stunning garden with heated pool – from £1958 in May/£5333 in August.

Not all holiday homes are modern but they do offer 21st century comforts. For example Quinta Padeiro in a picturesque country setting at Almancil near Vale do Lobo, is a 200 year old fully restored baker’s quinta which offers air conditioned luxury accommodation for 10 (5 bedrooms/5 bathrooms).while retaining its charm and character - from £1686 in May/£2655 in August

For breathtaking sea views, Vivenda Ossanaba on the cliffs just outside Carvoeiro is the perfect holiday oasis. The gardens blend perfectly with the protected cliff tops which offer sanctuary to rare birds and wild life and there are similar views from the villa, open terraces and a beautiful infinity pool. From £1194 in May/£2438 in the peak

There are of course many villas which are more affordable, with many available for well under £200 per person in the summer peak. For example

All Affinity holidays include a complimentary welcome food hamper, airport meet and greet and 24 hour representation service as well as maid service for each property. For golfers there is a pre-booking Tee time service and reduced green fees to play at all the top golf courses on the Algarve. Affinity is ATOL bonded and is able to arrange flight inclusive packages too.