Casa Catarina is the perfect location if you are looking for a spacious, bright and warm place to spend vacations.
The villa is near to the beach (5-10 mins by car) but you will enjoy spending time in the swimming pool.
I had an amazing time and will be back for sure!

We have spent about two weeks with friends at Casa Catarina; the villa is pretty well maintained overall, interestingly decorated, clean and equipped with all the basics you'd require during your stay in Portugal.
As mentioned in former reviews, more comfortable beds would be an added value, although good enough for a short stay.
The outdoor areas and gardens are pretty well-maintained at first sight but would benefit from further attention if you go more into details. The small pool comes as a welcome relief during these hot sunny days in Algarve.
This independent villa is pretty isolated about 10 minute drive from the nearest town and all commodities, restaurants, etc... and about 30 minutes to the main popular beaches, hence a vehicle is necessary as there's nothing around at walking distance. However its central location is certainly very convenient to access the highway and most touristic attractions in the region. The main road and its traffic just overlooking the pool deck is unfortunately spoiling a peaceful and relaxing environment during peak hours. At night, you'd be very lucky to get over barking dogs from the neighboring properties disturbing a good night sleep.
We've certainly enjoyed our stay in general and would recommend this property to holiday-makers who are actively visiting the region, but would recommend 'home-birds' to seek alternatives.

We stayed at Catarina in August, the weather was beautiful, very hot indeed, the villa needed more fans as it doesn't have air con. we did have the windows open where the mosquito nets were, but not all bedrooms have mosquito nets. There was a little road noise and barking dogs in the evening. The beds were rather uncomfortable too. But other than that, the villa was very well equipped, and seeing as it is a work in progress, the decor is beautiful. It was extremely clean, bedding was clean, towels were supplied and they all smelt fresh. The pool and surrounding area is beautiful, sunbeds and patio chairs and tables were new and all in working order. Bathrooms and kichen were well equipped too. Bar-b-q was clean, and the area surrounding it was clean too. The villa is close to Loule town and the supermarkets, but you do need a car, which is fine because you can venture out to the other lovely places nearby. We had a fab holiday and would stay at the Casa Catarina again.

Absolutely beautiful villa in a lovely location. Had a fabulous holiday and stay here couldn't have asked for more. It felt like a home away from home and we all settled in straight away with ease and did not want to leave when the time came. We could've happily stayed another week or more if we could. I would definitely reccomend staying here.

Wonderful holiday. The villa is excellent. Very comfortable, with all mod cons. Large spacious rooms and lovely gardens. Some great restaurants including, The Birds Nest and a local suckling pig restaurant. Supermarkets in Loule have everything you could need. Gorgeous beaches are only a short car journey away, but with such a fabulous pool never felt the need .......... will be going back to Casa Catarina next year.