Elegant Elvas Villa | Villa Italia | 5 Bedrooms | Stunning Countryside Views | Well Furnished Interi

Located 5 km away from Elvas, UNESCO world heritage city centre, Villa Italia is a luxury villa, belonging to an Italian owner, nested in the true heart of a Mediterranean tree forest. It offers the most exclusive and luxurious accommodation in the region while enjoying the breath-taking landscape of the countryside of Alentejo. The panoramic swimming pool and the outdoors is a perfect harmony with the surrounding nature, the perfect scenario to enjoy the sun in one of the warmest regions of southern Europe. This rustic property accommodates 10 persons and offers a large swimming pool, spacious decked areas, outdoor dining area and barbecue. Villa Italia is located in the Alentejo, near the Spanish border, a fantastic place to enjoy the best of the Portuguese and Spanish cultures, all within a short driving distance. Find more information about this region below. Accommodation: Inside: Fully equipped kitchen, Nespresso and filter coffee makers Dining room with table for 12 people Living room with fireplace, DVD and TV with English, French and German channels 1 suite bedroom with double bed 1.40 m x 2.00 m, ensuite bathroom with walk-in shower, hairdryer 4 suite bedrooms with twin beds 0.90 m x 2.00 m, ensuite bathrooms with walk-in shower 1 toilet Blinds or blackouts in all bedrooms Outside: Private swimming pool: 14 m x 4 m x 1.20 m - 2.00 m, salt water, Roman steps Outside WC Panoramic balcony covered with porches surrounding the property Shade areas with deck Stone dining table for 8 people Gas barbecue 10 sun loungers and 1 sun umbrella Private parking for 10 cars and numerous lots in the street Air-conditioning in all bedrooms and living room Distances: Beach: 180 km Restaurants: 5 km Supermarket: 5 km Pharmacy: 5 km Elvas: 5 km Estremoz: 40 km Villa Viçosa: 30 km Badajoz (Spain): 20 km Évora: 80 km Mérida (Spain): 60 km Cáceres (Spain): 90 km Lisbon: 210 km Badajoz Airport: 46 km Lisbon Airport: 210 km Region: The vast Alentejo, stretching to Portugal's southwestern coast, is still off the radar for many travelers. This intriguing rural region is like a trip back in time. The diverse terrain holds olive groves and vineyards, quaint villages, flower-filled meadows and forests. The Alentejo is best known for its hardy red wines made from a unique combination of indigenous varietals and in 2014 the region was named "World Best Wine Region to Visit" by the USA TODAY from among 20 worthy nominees. The food in Alentejo is rustic and authentic, taking full advantage of the agrarian lifestyle in the area. You won't find a developed coastline of hotels; instead Alentejo's beaches - considered some of the most dramatic and beautiful in Europe - require visitors to seek out lodging in independent guest houses. The Alentejo is like a trip back in time for wine lovers. The Faro and Lisbon airports are each less than two hours away. The region is a perfect alternative holiday destination, ideal to embrace the culture and rich history one of the earliest inhabited places in Europe. This region occupies a third of the total area of Portugal and it is known as the gastronomic soul of this country. Inhabited in the past by Visigods, Lusitans, Romans and Arabs (just to name a few) the human presence and existence of relevant monuments date back to the early stone age and megalithic period. The Mediterranean forest has proved to be a wonderful scenario to be discovered by the newest tourism routes; this is the land of the most exquisite winery, a place definitely touched by the slow passage of time, inspiring craftsman working on pottery, woods and cork products. In Elvas, you shall visit conspicuous buildings such as the Fort of Nossa Senhora da Graça, the centenary aqueduct of Amoreira and the city castle. Nearby you'll also find unlimited places of interest to visit and a wide range of activities to do related to the local lifestyle. Security deposit: 900€ Wi-Fi: included End of stay cleaning: included Heating with firewood and portable heaters optional: 30€ per day The house is inserted in agricultural property and it is possible to find workers in the vicinity but the privacy is totally guaranteed Pets: not allowed Smoking: not allowed Preferred changeover day: Saturday in July & August Earliest arrival time: 16:00 Latest departure time: 10:00