Vale do lobo
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You will probably find that this Portuguese resort is worlds removed from its translation in English: "Vale do Lobo" means "Valley of the Wolf." You will find none here, though. Only warm sands, acclaimed golfing facilities, and inviting accommodations. Instead of worrying about wolves, you'll find yourself ushered into a peaceful and relaxing atmosphere.
Situated in the southernmost region of Portugal, Vale do Lobo can be found in the Algarve town of Almancil. You can expect to be treated to a stretch of sandy beach, top-notch cuisine, custom-designed villas, and vista views of either the golf course or the sea. More than a few steps removed from a simple valley, or wolves for that matter, the Oceanside decadence that awaits you is neither ominous nor threatening. Indeed, you can hear the beckon call of serenity all over the property.
Got time for a few rounds in between dining and sunbathing? Vale do Lobo is home to professionally design golf courses that have hosted the Portuguese Open. Walking along the grassy grounds, you will hear the lapping of the ocean and the call of migratory sea birds. After you've wrapped up at the 18th hole, you can treat yourself to fine dining at one of the 15 restaurants to choose from. Cuisine includes Chinese, Portuguese, Italian and French offerings. The only bounds to the tastes are your appetite and your desire to try something new!
Maybe you don't want to golf...and let's just say you aren't excited about tantalizing your palette. What's left? Well, you could spend hours luxuriating at the spa and wellness center, receiving treatments from trained aestheticians and skilled massage therapists. You may choose to recline in a royal milk bath, or take advantage of one of the many alternative therapies offered: Thai massage, Ayurvedic massage, Reiki, Shiatsu or maybe even "Singing Bowl Sound Therapy." Inspired by the healing waters of the sea, the spa also offers hydrotherapy and sea salt body scrubs.
Still looking for something to do? Well, how about playing on the world-class tennis courts? Take a Spinning or Yoga class at the gym and feel refreshed. You can also participate in any of the beach sports sure to be happening on any of the warm sunny days the resort is so well-sited for. The temperatures average between 60° and 90° F degrees (15 - 30° C) and hardly ever come hear the freezing mark.
Venture out into the city and you'll find historic churches adorned with the regions' unique blue tiles telling the stories of their saints and sharing the history of the local artisanal traditions. Within a short commute, you can connect to the rich background of the unassuming town.
Truly, there's no bad season to visit - and in fact, you can even stay! Permanent residences are available at Vale do Lobo starting at € 180.000 for apartments and rising to € 8.000.000 for well-appointed designer homes with unique views. We have a great selection of Vale do lobo property here at PortugalProperty.com While a luxury home may not be in everyone's budget, those with the means know that the investment in this vacation property is both sound and rewarding...a travelers' best kept secret!
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Published in: Guide to Portugal