PL/1026 Villa Tavira Luz de Tavira Santo Estevao Portugal

 

A Private Estate in the Tavira Countryside

Set within approximately 2.7 hectares of established Mediterranean grounds in Santa Estêvão, just outside Tavira, this substantial private estate offers a combination of land, privacy, accommodation and leisure infrastructure that is increasingly difficult to find in the Eastern Algarve.

 

The property comprises an approximately 378 m² built area, with around 295 m² of principal living space, together with extensive terraces, courtyards and established gardens. At its heart is an 8-bedroom country villa with 7 bathrooms, a swimming pool, private tennis court, games room, bar and wine cellar, creating a residence designed not simply for occasional use, but for extended periods of family life, entertaining and retreat.

 

The setting is one of the property's defining qualities. Elevated within the countryside around Santa Estêvão, the estate looks across established Mediterranean landscapes towards distant sea views. Mature cypress, palm, olive, fig and almond trees contribute to the sense of permanence, while traditional stone walls and terracotta-paved courtyards give the property a distinctly Algarvian character.

 

This is a property with a sense of place.

 

The Setting

Santa Estêvão is part of the countryside surrounding Tavira, offering a quieter and more established alternative to the resort environments further west while remaining within convenient reach of the town, coastline and international airport.

 

From the estate, Tavira is approximately 10 minutes away by car, the coast around 15 minutes and Faro Airport approximately 30 minutes, allowing the property to combine genuine countryside living with practical access to the wider Algarve.

 

The position is particularly suited to buyers looking for privacy without isolation.

 

There is a natural separation from the surrounding urban environment, with the estate occupying a substantial parcel of land rather than a conventional residential plot. The scale of the grounds gives the property room to breathe and creates multiple areas for outdoor living, recreation and entertaining.

 

The views are equally important to the experience. Rather than being enclosed by neighbouring villas, the estate opens towards the surrounding countryside, with distant sea views visible from the property.

 

It is this combination of land, outlook and proximity to Tavira that gives the estate its particular appeal.

 

The Residence

The main villa is arranged across interconnected volumes in a traditional Algarve architectural style, with painted rendered walls, terracotta roof tiles, blue shutters, natural stone and a series of courtyards and terraces.

 

The architecture is informal and residential rather than imposing. Spaces connect naturally with the outdoors, allowing the property to be experienced as a collection of living areas rather than a single enclosed building.

 

Large openings provide natural light and establish a strong relationship between the interior and exterior spaces. Several reception areas open directly towards terraces and gardens, creating flexibility for both everyday family life and larger gatherings.

 

With eight bedrooms and seven bathrooms, the accommodation is unusually generous for a private country property in this setting.

 

The configuration also allows for a degree of separation between different parts of the residence, which can be particularly valuable for families with older children, visiting friends or extended stays.

 

The property is therefore capable of functioning in several ways: as a substantial primary residence, a private family retreat, a multi-generational home or a long-term asset with potential for seasonal use, subject always to the appropriate regulatory and licensing considerations.

 

Reception & Living Spaces

The principal living areas are designed around the property's connection to its outdoor spaces.

 

Rather than relying on one formal reception room, the villa provides multiple areas in which to gather, relax and entertain. This creates a more relaxed rhythm of living, with different parts of the house able to be used simultaneously.

 

The scale of the accommodation also makes the property particularly well suited to hosting.

 

Family and friends can stay comfortably without the house losing its sense of privacy, while the various terraces and courtyards provide natural extensions to the internal living areas during the warmer months.

 

The overall character is traditional, established and distinctly Mediterranean.

 

It is a house designed around the way the Algarve is actually lived: indoors during the cooler parts of the year, and increasingly outside as the seasons allow.

 

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

Eight bedrooms and seven bathrooms provide the estate with considerable flexibility.

 

The accommodation can comfortably support a large family, multiple generations or regular visiting guests, while the distribution of rooms allows different areas of the property to operate with a degree of independence.

 

This is particularly relevant for buyers seeking a private estate rather than a conventional holiday villa. The additional accommodation gives the property an ability to evolve with its owners, whether that means creating dedicated guest accommodation, children's areas, private offices or simply additional bedrooms for visiting family and friends.

 

The bathrooms are distributed throughout the accommodation to support the scale and functionality of the residence.

 

The result is a property capable of accommodating people at a level that smaller Algarve villas simply cannot match.

 

The Lower Ground Level

Below the principal living accommodation, the lower ground level provides a collection of additional spaces that contribute significantly to the estate's character.

 

A dedicated games room, bar and wine cellar create an informal area for entertaining away from the main living spaces.

 

These rooms are particularly suited to evenings with family and friends, while also providing valuable storage and flexibility for longer stays.

 

The wine cellar adds another layer to the property's Mediterranean identity, while the games and entertainment spaces reinforce the idea that this is a home intended to be enjoyed over time rather than simply occupied for short visits.

 

Outdoor Living

The outdoor spaces are central to the experience of the estate.

 

Approximately 2.7 hectares of grounds provide a rare degree of space and privacy, with mature Mediterranean planting and a series of terraces, courtyards and garden areas surrounding the villa.

 

Traditional stone walls define many of the outdoor spaces, while terracotta paving creates continuity between the different areas of the property.

 

The landscaping includes established palms and cypress trees alongside olive, fig and almond trees, creating a mature setting that would be difficult to replicate in a newly landscaped property.

 

The main terraces provide generous space for outdoor dining, relaxing and entertaining, while the courtyard areas create more intimate spaces within the larger estate.

 

There is a strong sense of enclosure around the principal outdoor areas without sacrificing the property's relationship with the wider countryside.

 

Swimming Pool

A large swimming pool occupies a prominent position within the estate and forms one of the principal outdoor living areas.

 

The pool terrace is designed for extended use during the Algarve's warmer months, with surrounding space for sunbathing, dining and relaxing.

 

Its position within the established grounds gives the pool a private, resort-like quality while remaining consistent with the character of the estate.

 

For a family buyer, it provides the obvious centre of summer life; for those entertaining guests, it becomes an extension of the main terraces and gardens.

 

Private Tennis Court

The inclusion of a private tennis court is one of the property's defining features.

 

Rather than being an amenity shared within a resort or condominium, the court forms part of the private estate itself.

 

For an active family, this adds a significant lifestyle dimension to the property. It also contributes to the estate's sense of scale and reinforces the distinction between this property and a conventional Algarve villa.

 

The combination of private swimming pool, tennis court, extensive grounds and multiple entertainment areas creates a rare breadth of leisure facilities within a single private residence.

 

Privacy, Land & Landscape

The approximately 2.7-hectare plot is arguably the estate's most difficult feature to replicate.

 

Large private plots close to Tavira are inherently limited, particularly where they combine an established residence, mature landscaping, views and existing leisure infrastructure.

 

The land creates physical separation from the surrounding countryside and allows the property to feel genuinely private.

 

There is also considerable freedom in how the grounds can be enjoyed.

 

Different areas can be used for outdoor dining, recreation, quiet relaxation or family activities, while the mature planting provides shade, structure and seasonal interest.

 

The landscape is quintessentially Mediterranean rather than formally manicured.

 

Stone, terracotta, palms, cypress and established fruit trees create an environment that feels connected to the region and has developed over time.

 

A Different Kind of Algarve Property

There are many villas for sale in the Algarve.

 

Far fewer offer this combination of land, accommodation, privacy and established leisure infrastructure.

 

This is not a contemporary resort villa designed around a single pool terrace. Nor is it an isolated rural property requiring a complete transformation.

 

It occupies a more unusual position: a substantial established estate within the Tavira countryside, close enough to the town and coast for convenience, yet sufficiently private to offer the feeling of a genuine country retreat.

 

For buyers accustomed to larger properties, the scale of the accommodation and grounds is immediately significant.

 

For families, the eight-bedroom configuration provides flexibility for children, guests and multiple generations.

 

For those seeking a second home, the property offers enough infrastructure to make longer stays genuinely comfortable.

 

And for buyers looking beyond the conventional Algarve villa market, the combination of private tennis, pool, extensive grounds and sea views provides a compelling point of difference.

 

Location & Access

The estate is positioned in Santa Estêvão, within the countryside surrounding Tavira.

 

Tavira itself is approximately 10 minutes away, providing access to restaurants, cafés, shops, schools, services and the town's historic centre.

 

The Algarve coastline is approximately 15 minutes away, placing the beaches and coastal landscape within easy reach while retaining the property's rural character.

 

Faro International Airport is approximately 30 minutes away by car, making the estate practical for international owners travelling from the UK and wider Europe.

 

The location therefore offers a balance that is increasingly sought after: countryside privacy without sacrificing access to the infrastructure of a major Algarve town.

 

A Private Family Estate

Ultimately, the appeal of this property lies less in any individual feature than in the way the elements come together.

 

Eight bedrooms provide the accommodation.

 

Almost three hectares provide the space.

 

The pool provides the centre of summer life.

 

The tennis court provides recreation.

 

The games room, bar and wine cellar provide spaces for entertaining.

 

The terraces and courtyards connect the house to the outdoors.

 

The mature gardens provide privacy and character.

 

And the elevated position provides countryside and distant sea views.

 

Together, they create a property with the scale and flexibility to accommodate a different kind of Algarve lifestyle.

 

For a family looking for a substantial private home in the Tavira area, it offers the opportunity to establish a base that can be enjoyed across generations.

 

For international buyers, it combines the practical accessibility of the Eastern Algarve with the privacy and land that are increasingly difficult to secure close to the coast.

 

And for those seeking a property with genuine individuality, it offers something that cannot simply be reproduced by building another villa: established grounds, mature landscaping, traditional architecture and a setting that has already developed its own character.

 

Private Viewings

The estate is offered at €2,000,000.

 

Private viewings are available by appointment for qualified buyers seeking a substantial private estate in the Tavira countryside.

 

Further information, documentation and a detailed presentation of the property are available upon request.