Quinta dos Cochichos - Rural Guest House

Quinta dos Cochichos - Rural Guest House

Sitio Ana Velha, Quelfes, Olhao 8700-270 Portugal
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#1 of 1 farmhouse in Quelfes
Location
4.6
Rooms
4.9
Value
4.5
Cleanliness
4.8
Service
4.8
Sleep Quality
4.7
Quinta dos Cochichos is a family owned Guesthouse in a rural environment, but only 4 km away from the coast line and the Natural Park of Ria Formosa, where you will find several islands with long, sandy beaches away from the mass tourism. We offer a quiet and comfortable accommodation in 5 independent self catering cottages, in a natural and peaceful surrounding, framed by a big diversity of fruit and exotic trees spread over 1,5 hectares of land. Situated in Quelfes, a genuine countryside area about 12 km from Faro Airport and 4 km from the city of Olhão, we accommodate guests for the last 7 years, amidst the typical flora of the Algarve. Being an aficionado of the organic agriculture, the owner develops fruit trees, vegetables, teas and herbs, which guests may savour during their stay. The farm is yours.
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Property amenities
Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Sauna
Pool
Breakfast available
Bicycle rental
Boating
Kids stay free
Secured parking
Wifi
Pool / beach towels
Swimming pool toys
Outdoor pool
Fence around pool
Breakfast in the room
Diving
Golf course
Hiking
Horseback riding
Mini golf
Tennis court
Windsurfing
Bicycle tours
Canoeing offsite
Fishing
Patio
Walking tours
Water park offsite
Board games / puzzles
Children's playground
Children's television networks
Kids' outdoor play equipment
Highchairs available
Strollers
Airport transportation
Car hire
Massage
Rooftop terrace
BBQ facilities
Baggage storage
Outdoor furniture
Sun deck
Sun loungers / beach chairs
Sun terrace
Sun umbrellas
First aid kit
24-hour front desk
Express check-in / check-out
Private check-in / check-out
Clothes dryer
Self-serve laundry
Washing machine
Room features
Blackout curtains
Dining area
Seating area
Sofa
Coffee / tea maker
Cable / satellite TV
Extra long beds
Bath / shower
Wardrobe / closet
Bottled water
Iron
Private bathrooms
Kitchenette
Microwave
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Electric kettle
Kitchenware
Flatscreen TV
Radio
Sofa bed
Complimentary toiletries
Hair dryer
Room types
Non-smoking rooms
Suites
Family rooms
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HOTEL STYLE
Modern
Family
Languages Spoken
English, French, Spanish, Portuguese and 1 more

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Sitio Ana Velha, Quelfes, Olhao 8700-270 Portugal
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Curiosity65100676670 wrote a review Jun 2024
5.0 of 5 bubbles
What a fantastic place that the Nespera apartment is part of: Quinta dos Cochichos in the Algarve. We really enjoyed the beautiful nature: the Oleander, the Lemon tree, the Medlar tree, olive trees, etc. A nice swimming pool and a hospitable welcome by owner Marc and his helpers. Even the car could be cleaned of the excessive amount of dust from the dirt roads. All in all, highly recommended for nature and peace seekers. The distances to beaches and nice places are not great. the Nespera apartment was also satisfactory. Even biologically responsible insect repellents were available.
Els en Theo from Holland, 28 may to 11 juny 2024
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Date of stay: June 2024Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Verena wrote a review Apr 2024
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5.0 of 5 bubbles
Very friendly host, very clean and tidy, both the apartment (Casa do Figo) and the whole complex itself. The pool is great and there is a small playground for children. Depending on the season, you can help yourself to the lemon, fig or medlar tree.
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Date of stay: April 2024Trip type: Traveled with family
Room Tip: Nutzt die bei der Buchung mitgeschickte Anfahrtsroute. Google Maps Vorschläge sind tlw Sackgassen
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sebgei wrote a review Jul 2018
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
5.0 of 5 bubbles
This has been the second time we (family of four with two girls aged 15 and 10) stayed at Cochicos Farm and it was absolutely lovely again - it is a home away from home. Paula and Mark are fabulous hosts who run their guesthouse with true passion, dedication and attention to detail. The farm is an oasis of tranquility where you can relax and recharge batteries (the views across the courtyard when the sun sets over the trees will carry us through the dark Scottish winter), yet beautiful beaches, Olhao and Faro are just a short drive away. It certainly won't have been the last time that we have stayed at Cochicos Farm!
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Date of stay: July 2018Trip type: Traveled with family
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Response from Paula A, Owner at Quinta dos Cochichos - Rural Guest House
Responded Aug 16, 2018
So many thanks for your kind comment! Hope to see you all again in the future :-) Best regards, Paula
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doctorcito41 wrote a review Oct 2016
1.0 of 5 bubbles
Dirty, hot (not a/a), not potable water (a problem for families with babies), the swimming-pool dirty too.
Photos do not represent the reality.

It does not make sense to make a reservation here having very good hotels (and a Pousada) very close to Quelfes.

Amateur people charging very high prices
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Date of stay: August 2016
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Response from Paula A, Manager at Quinta dos Cochichos - Rural Guest House
Responded Oct 14, 2016
Dear Doctorcito41, I looked into your profile and i still don't know who you are. How sad that you found your stay as dreadful as you describe. It doesn't give me any joy to hear this from a client. Me and Marc, we strive to offer our guests a really nice holiday stay. So sorry for this. Our photos and description are exactly as it is. We don't try to show more or less of what we really are or have to offer. As for the prices, please compare with similar guesthouses in the area and you will see that our prices are extremely competitive. Please note that these are self-catered houses and not in-suite rooms, when comparing prices. Parallel to this, and when trying to find out who you were, I looked into your profile and realized that you are actually a very hard person to please. There are no positive comments on Tripadvisor... Here they are: Quelfes: Quinta dos Cochichos “High prices, low quality” 9 de out de 2016 El Puerto de Santa Maria: Los Jandalos Vistahermosa “Apartamentos con calidad pésima” 15 de ago de 2015 Sevilha: La Espumosa de la Buhaira “Experiencia desagradable. Camareros sin educación y agresivos que no deberían atender al público.” 22 de mar de 2015 Sevilha: Cantina Amor a la Mexicana “Pésima atención al público. La peor camarera que he conocido” 21 de nov de 2014 Once again, we are very sorry if we didn't meet your expectancies and I really hope your next holiday somewhere in the world is a pleasant one. Best regards, Paula Philippart
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Freedom4m wrote a review Dec 2014
Sint-Lievens-Houtem, Belgium
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jean-Marc and Paula are very welcoming people! My sister and I stayed there for about 10 days and after only a couple of days -I swear, I would have stayed there for the rest of my life! Ils sont vraiment formidable and nothing is too much for them. I can imagine us returning every year :)
A+ Paula & Jean-Marc !!
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Date of stay: October 2014
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DrWatson wrote a review Jul 2013
Luxembourg City, Luxembourg
5.0 of 5 bubbles
We (two couples and one child) stayed at Cochichos for one week. They have three self-catering apartments and breakfast is provided every morning. The apartments are bright and spacious. They have been recently renovated to include all modern conveniences, but the rural farm-style has been respected. There is a nice swimming pool right next to the apartments. The many beautiful beaches (Fuseta, Armona) are within easy reach by car.
What we really liked were the surrounding fruit trees and the (bio) vegetable gardens. They grow figs, almonds, lemons, etc., as well as tomatoes and peppers and other veggies. Moreover, they have their own chickens. This means that we could use all these organic vegetables and fruit as well as some eggs in our self-catering.
The place is charming and the owners are very welcoming. They speak Portuguese, English, French and Swedish!). Once a week they organise a BBQ for the guests. They were very helpful with recommendations of beaches and restaurants in the area. I would recommend this place to anyone looking to escape the impersonal and overcrowded hotels of the region.
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Date of stay: July 2013
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4.0 of 5 bubblesCleanliness
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4.0 of 5 bubblesSleep Quality
Trip type: Traveled with friends
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birgitamsterdam wrote a review Oct 2018
Amsterdam, The Netherlands
5.0 of 5 bubbles
We had the most fantastic holiday ever at Cochios Farm - a little "heaven on earth" on rural portuguese countryside with the loveliest hosts Paula and Marc, who were as welcoming and warm as the hot late september sun... :-)...
Thank you very much for all the nice memories we collected - we definitely come back!!!

Hugs&kisses from Amsterdam (and a big Pawshake to Selena, Spray and Mr.Bean!)

Birgit&Marcel xxx
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Date of stay: September 2018
5.0 of 5 bubblesValue
5.0 of 5 bubblesCleanliness
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Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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jenismith1 wrote a review Sep 2018
Falmouth, United Kingdom
5.0 of 5 bubbles
We had a fabulous week at Cochicos Farm. Lovely welcome from Marc and Paula who made our stay so perfect. Accommodation is lovely, everything you need and breakfast every morning brought to our cottage, fresh coffee and orange juice plus amazing bread, jams, ham and cheese. This is such a special place, so relaxing. The pool is great and our son just loved it! The fruit trees, the rustic charm, the peace and tranquillity makes it the perfect place to stay and location wise it is great to reach Olhao, Faro and Fusetta Beach. We loved Portugal and our stay at the farm made it so special. Marc and Paula are lovely and we enjoyed our chats, only wished we could have stayed longer! Thank you so much for everything and making our trip so special, we will definitely come back..miss it already! Jeni, Vincent and Leon :)
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Date of stay: September 2018
5.0 of 5 bubblesValue
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Trip type: Traveled with family
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Emilie P wrote a review Aug 2018
5.0 of 5 bubbles
We just spent a wonderful week with our two kids (two boys of 7 and 5) in cochichos farm. Marc and Paula are passionate and will make everything to make you feel at home. Very nice and clean house with everything you need, nice pool...Very good location, close to the most beautiful beaches in Algarve. Last but not least, the breakfast!!! Every morning we enjoyed a very good breakfast, perfect start for the day. I would really recommend this place !
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Date of stay: August 2018Trip type: Traveled with family
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ForresR wrote a review May 2017
Zurich, Switzerland
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Paula and Marc are gracious and welcoming hosts, the atmosphere is very relaxing and beautiful, the apartment was very spacious and comfortable - they put a lot of love into the renovation of the houses, and the property is lovely.
Quelfes is nicely located for seeing the East Algarve, which we consider the nicest part of the Algarve. It is for those who appreciate the peaceful countryside, with the advantages of a quick drive to the Ria Formosa Nature Reserve and its beaches, the famous Olhão fish market, an easy-going fresh fish lunch in Fuseta or Santa Luzia, or meandering the cobblestone lanes in Tavira.
We enjoyed so much our stay, our comfortable bed after rather full days, the birds greeting us each morning, and our conversations with Paula and Marc, and look forward to next time!
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Date of stay: March 2017
5.0 of 5 bubblesRooms
5.0 of 5 bubblesCleanliness
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Trip type: Traveled as a couple
Room Tip: We recommend Casa do Figo for families, Casa da Alfarroba for families or couples, and Casa da...
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Response from Paula A, Owner at Quinta dos Cochichos - Rural Guest House
Responded Aug 16, 2018
Thank you so much for your lovely comment! Kind regards, Paula
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ForresR wrote a tip May 2017
Zurich, Switzerland19 contributions18 helpful votes
5.0 of 5 bubbles
"We recommend Casa do Figo for families, Casa da Alfarroba for families or couples, and Casa da Nespera for couples."
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751greg wrote a tip Apr 2017
Paris, France1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
"We found Figo house to be great."
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watergeorg wrote a tip Mar 2017
Worldwide46 contributions56 helpful votes
5.0 of 5 bubbles
"Talk to the owner, she´ll help you find what you need."
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TreaH20132014 wrote a tip Oct 2016
Kilkee, Ireland3 contributions6 helpful votes
5.0 of 5 bubbles
"Casa Nespera is perfect for a couple or a couple with one or two small children. Fabulous outdoor space."
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J R wrote a tip Sep 2016
Doonbeg, Ireland10 contributions10 helpful votes
5.0 of 5 bubbles
"up stairs apartment is cooler."
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PRICE RANGE
$83 - $173 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
LOCATION
PortugalAlgarveFaro DistrictOlhaoQuelfes
NUMBER OF ROOMS
5
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QUINTA DOS COCHICHOS - RURAL GUEST HOUSE

Frequently Asked Questions about Quinta dos Cochichos - Rural Guest House
Which popular attractions are close to Quinta dos Cochichos - Rural Guest House?
Nearby attractions include Ilha da Fuzeta (4.7 miles), Ilha da Culatra (4.6 miles), and Armona Island (3.2 miles).
What are some of the property amenities at Quinta dos Cochichos - Rural Guest House?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, a pool, and free parking.
Which room amenities are available at Quinta dos Cochichos - Rural Guest House?
Top room amenities include a kitchenette, a flat screen TV, and a refrigerator.
What food & drink options are available at Quinta dos Cochichos - Rural Guest House?
Guests can enjoy breakfast and barbeque facilities during their stay.
Is parking available at Quinta dos Cochichos - Rural Guest House?
Yes, free parking and secured parking are available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Quinta dos Cochichos - Rural Guest House?
Conveniently located restaurants include Casa Corvo, Galo Barreta, and Maré Shrimp & Stuff.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Quinta dos Cochichos - Rural Guest House?
Yes, guests have access to a pool and a sauna during their stay.
Does Quinta dos Cochichos - Rural Guest House have airport transportation?
Yes, Quinta dos Cochichos - Rural Guest House offers airport transportation for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details.
Is Quinta dos Cochichos - Rural Guest House located near the city center?
Yes, it is 0.6 miles away from the center of Quelfes.
Are any cleaning services offered at Quinta dos Cochichos - Rural Guest House?
Yes, self serve laundry and a clothes dryer are offered to guests.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at Quinta dos Cochichos - Rural Guest House?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English, Spanish, French, Portuguese, and Swedish.
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