Buy Property Portugal asked:


The Buyer´s Guide to Portugal

 

Its richness from the age of discoveries, great climate and excellent food, make Portugal a great lifestyle choice!

 

Good things come in small packages and, at only 560km by 220km, Portugal is a small country with a lot to offer. Portugal is situated on the southwest of the Iberian Peninsula, which it shares with Spain, and its 800km of coastline all face the Atlantic.



Winters are particularly mild on the coast, and summers are hot but rarely unpleasant. The Atlantic air masses keep Portugal green and beautiful. But best of all, the country is largely unspoilt and the food and drink is fabulous.

 

The beaches along much of this coastline are sandy and very popular, with surfers from all over the globe coming to take advantage of the huge waves.

Whether you are planning a holiday in Portugal or looking to buy property there, you will have lots to keep you occupied during your stay. Portugal was a hugely wealthy country about five hundred years ago when its maritime discoveries brought riches to the Iberian Peninsula. However, the Age of Discoveries ended along with the sixteenth century and Portugal slowly became a remote place compared to much of Europe.

There are plenty of excellent golf courses in Portugal, especially in the Algarve where you can often combine sea views, sunshine and a round of golf quite happily.

Another reason for moving to Portugal is that it seems a lot cheaper than places in Northern Europe. Flights to Faro, are quite inexpensive and this, combined with the 3000 hours of sunshine that some regions get every year, really makes Portugal the ideal place to live.

highposition asked:


Popular destinations such as Spain, Egypt, Portugal, Greece and all of these wonderful sunny places, are an ideal break away from the bleak rainy temperature in our homeland of Britain. The Brits are more than happy to take a short break in the blazing sun, sipping cool beverages on the white sand and work on that extra special tan. However, where people reside whilst on holiday often appears more expensive than the flight tickets, which is why more people are opting to rent apartments in villas in Spain and other hot countries.

Spain in particular is a popular destination, villas in Spain come cheaper and the accommodation is always laden with great views and extra special comfortable homely atmosphere. Renting out a villa as opposed to booking a hotel provides the holidaymaker a sense of his or her own independence. Some hotels have a strict curfew policy, others have specific service criteria’s and often require the guests to arrive for paid for meal services at designated times.

When renting out villas in Spain the individual gets a taste of living the life of luxury for the whole duration of their holiday. This also gives you the advantage of having your own privacy and the freedom to use your own space as you choose. Other bonuses include having the luxury of not sharing a swimming, having your own facilities and often have your own terrace to enjoy. What’s more, if you are travelling with a family, you can very often enjoy dining together in the same without external disturbances.

Very often, the villas are located in an ideal location with breathtaking panoramic views. Each villa provides guests with the experience of living in luxury, whilst sightseeing in place that they may not have found possible to visit.

Many of these villas in Spain are good to house large groups, families, business groups or a couple. Villas are spacious with a number of bedrooms, making it possible for people to either share bedrooms or enjoy their own bedroom to themselves - feeling right at home whilst on holiday. These can also be rented for wedding ceremonies, parties or anniversary celebrations just to name a few.

Other villas are so luxurious that they contain their own pool table, bar, cinema, gymnasium and even indoor heated swimming pool. Some have even come so luxurious that there can be available, maids, waiters, chauffeur, marquee and in extremely luxury ridden villas a helicopter pad. Of course the more luxurious they are, the higher their prices rise.

There is nothing more satisfying than waking up to the morning sunrise, in full view of the glimmering blue sea by the beach - all of which can be enjoyed by simply renting out a luxury property rather than booking a hotel. Prices range vastly depending upon the kind of villa you would prefer to stay, however, most of them are situated in central locations making it easier to travel to various locations.

Helen Rudd asked:


Over the years there has been a decline in people holidaying the ‘old fashioned way’ with a tour operator, where everything is in one price. These days people are opting for private rentals of their holiday accommodation, which gives them freedom to stay in a property of their choice that ticks all their boxes for the perfect holiday.

Portugal is now one of the top destinations in Europe, with more and more people choosing to have a wonderful holiday here. Let me give you a few reasons why :-

1) The Choice of Properties

Portugal is very diverse in it’s regions. From beach holidays to skiing in the mountains, it has it all. The choice of properties within Portugal is almost as diverse from private villas in the Golden Triangle or mountainside apartments near the ski resorts. This is what makes Portugal one of the most popular destinations in Western Europe.

2) Great Weather

Portugal gets over 3000 hours of sunshine every year, making it a good all year round destination. Add to that the beautiful, golden, blue flag beaches or the fantastic mountain scenery and you have a winning holiday destination with something to suit everyone.

3) Fantastic History and Sight Seeing

Portugal has such a wide and diverse history, being ruled by the Moors, Romans and the Spanish in it’s time. Down in the Algarve you can still see the Moors influences, in not just the architecture, but it’s language as well. The capital Lisbon is one of the most beautiful cities in Europe with lots to do including one of the biggest sea life centres in Europe.

With all this to see and do the only thing left for you to do is pick your accommodation for your holiday in Portugal.

For more information on Portugal Holiday Accommodation then just go to http://www.portugalholidayaccommodation.com

They offer a wide choice for vacation rentals in Portugal.

Rudi Van Der Zalm asked:


Among the best places to visit in Europe many times we find ourselves quoting the beautiful country of Portugal, a lovely place bordered by the Atlantic Ocean including Madeira and the Azores, islands which are also part of the country. To the south of this country we find Faro, which is the biggest city of the Algarve region. Faro is the administrative centre for the whole of the Algarve.

This beautiful place has attracted a great deal of tourists due to the fact that it has many peculiar characteristics, there are old-fashioned buildings and many landmarks that make this an unique place to visit. Particularly attractive is the old part of the city surrounded still by the Roman walls which date back to the 9th. Inside a spacious open square that was once the site of the Roman Forum is a 13th Century Cathedral that faces the 18th Century Episcopal palace.

Faro is also the home of the Ria Formosa lagoon, a nature reserve of over 17.000 hectares and a stopping place for hundreds of different birds during the spring and autumn migratory periods.

The most effective way of transportation used by visitors who want to get to know this region is the car, specifically car rentals. Portuguese car rentals are ranked among the best in Europe due to the fact that the vehicles are of the best quality, in fact most of them are manufactured within European countries, which are in one way or another related to the car manufacturing business.

If you are planning to visit Portugal and would like to discover the hidden treasures of the country then finding a cheap rent a car in Faro is of the utmost importance. Car hire companies who offer pick up and drop off locations in the major cities of Portugal are quite convenient for obvious reasons, and even if you are planning to take a plane to Faro and fly home from another airport these car rental companies even provide drop-off locations at the three most important locations, Faro airport, Lisbon airport and Porto.

Booking car hire at Faro airport is a great way to make the most of your holidays on the Algarve. The streets of Faro are very interesting because even they tell stories of not only this region but of the country itself. One place you should definitely visit is downtown Faro because the streets are paved with cool looking tiles, they have different designs and change from street to street. The typical tiles are not only found within the downtown area but are actually everywhere in Faro, you will find them in historical places and old constructions which are relevant to local history. The well-known developments of Quinta do Lago and Vale de Lobo, both five star holiday areas are located west of Faro. Together they provide 7 top quality golf courses, tennis centres, riding schools, hotels, holiday resorts and villas.

The best way of finding cheap car hire in Faro is to do a web search for companies who operate car rental offices throughout Portugal, this way you will be able to choose a low-cost form of transportation which may save you quit a lot of money whilst traveling across the Algarve and other popular tourist destinations in Portugal.

Angela Lee asked:


There so many quality properties available from villa operators that choosing where to go and where to stay on your villa holidays will give you plenty to think about. Here are three of the finest luxury villas available to whet your appetite, each with a stunning view of the sea.

Villa Sapphire, Crete, Greece

Starting on the sunny island resort of Crete, we should look at the modern property called Villa Sapphire. This most elegantly decorated of luxury villas is modern and minimalist in style, with every room designed to frame a spectacular sea view. As it’s set high in a green hillside, Villa Sapphire provides spectacular views of the Aegean Sea from any of the large picture windows and even from the 13 metre swimming pool.

Villa Sapphire is enhanced with technology you might not expect to find in most luxury villas. There’s a sound system wired throughout the house, including outside, so you can walk from room to room (and even around the swimming pool) without losing track of your music. It also comes with a maid service three times a week to keep you in order, gym equipment to keep you trim, and a Jacuzzi to keep you relaxed. Because it’s large enough to house eight people, it can suit family villa holidays as well as villa holidays for two.

Villa Karibu, Algarve, Portugal

Villa Karibu is another of those luxury villas that boasts fine scenery, this time from a fabulous cliff top setting in the Algarve. You can enjoy views of the Atlantic from the roof-top sun terrace, the semi-circular balcony and the kidney shaped pool. This property has real character, formed in several split-level floors with some curved walls and halls, and even circular rooms.

As well as being picturesque Villa Karibu has a practical element too, with appliances for your villa holidays such as a washing machine, microwave, and fridge freezer, making this property very suitable for use by a family. Villa holidays here begin with a bottle of champagne from the owner as a welcoming gift.

Villa Sa Cova, Menorca, Spain

Finally, we look to Menorca for a villa that unites elements from the two luxury villas mentioned already. Villa Sa Cova shares the graceful white décor of Villa Sapphire and also has the pleasant curvature of Villa Karibu. But of these three holiday villa rentals, Villa Sa Cova has the most sea-view for your money.

It is located on an outcrop of coastline, projecting into the sea, so that the horizon meets the Mediterranean in all directions. And the property’s position adds a sense of pleasant seclusion to your villa holidays with its own private access to the sea a few steps down from the lower garden.

From the terrace there is a 180-degree view of the beautiful turquoise waters, so you may choose to take meals al-fresco on your villa holidays here while watching pleasure boats negotiate the nearby islands.

If you choose to stay in luxury villas with the class of Villa Sa Cova, this is just one of many fabulous settings you might enjoy on your villa holidays.

John Davies asked:


You will find many holiday rentals companies on the internet, but at Apartment and Villa Rentals you can find a personal touch that could make you feel assured that by advertising your holiday home with us we will work as hard as you will to gain those vital rentals.

We will not sit back and wait for potential clients to find the website, we will actively build and promote the site so that we find your potential clients.

http://www.apartmentandvillarentals.com is consistently striving to grow as a property rental company. Even though the companies existence has been short we have already through effective marketing seen great signs of growth.

Apartment and Villa Rentals has seen many unique visitors to the website and is proud to have directed holiday rental bookings direct to the owner already for this forthcoming summer. Visitor numbers are increasing by the day so now is the time for you to add your property to our website.

The website has many apartments, villas and cottages for holiday rental in many hot holiday locations around the world. Clients can find holiday accommodation in Spain, Portugal, France, Cyprus, Hawaii, New York and many other great holiday destinations worldwide. Whether it is a sea view, mountain view, lake view or a penthouse apartment with huge terraces then you can be sure to find it at www.apartmentandvillarentals.com.

Due to the success of the website, Apartment and Villa Rentals is proud to announce that we have now began a relationship with Holiday Autos.

Holiday Autos, the world’s leading leisure car rental company providing low cost car rental in over 4,000 locations worldwide through quality providers. Prices start from just £8 per day and they monitor competitor prices daily to ensure lowest prices in ALL European “low cost” flight destinations and the USA.

Bert Snijder asked:


It is telling of a destinations pulling power that based purely on chats with a local estate agent and a neighbour who could see the house from her garden, Helen and Mike Gosling bought “the most perfect home in the world” in the Portuguese region of Alentejo without setting foot near the place.

If that sounds slightly mad, the five-bedroom, 350,000 (GBP 240,000) house with seven acres of land near Beja, the hottest town in Portugal is not some buy-to-let investment they were about to farm out to strangers, but is the Goslings new home. And like many people, they had never even heard of Alentejo before.

“We saw the house advertised on the internet and did not have time to visit, as we had an African holiday booked the following day, but did not want to lose the property so we went for it, says Helen, 50, who runs a car breakdown recovery business with Mike, 59, in Worcestershire, England.

“We had visited the Algarve and the Silver Coast near Lisbon, but from our reading about the Alentejo we loved the sound of the tranquillity and sense of remoteness,” she explains.

Wedged between Portugals two best-known holiday spots, the Algarve and Lisbon, Alentejo has been slow at taking root in property buyers minds, hindered partly by the lack of an airport. That will be remedied if the proposed expansion of Beja military airport, set for 2009, goes ahead, undoubtedly sparking interest in this hidden corner. Until then, Lisbon or Faro are the nearest options, one to two hours drive to most parts of the region.

Even well-heeled Lisbonites, who are dismissive of their neighbouring region, are starting to take note, selling up in upmarket Cascais or Sintra in favour of a traffic jam-free commute into the capital from Alentejo.

It is an agricultural region rooted in traditional cork production, clam stew and polyphonic singing a random selection of its specialities but highlights such as the World Heritage city of Evora and medieval hilltop towns are overshadowed by the Algarves sought-after golf and beach resorts.

“It has taken me a decade to get people to know about Alentejo,” says the Goslings estate agent, Bert Snijder from Alentejo Home Tel. 0871 711 8992 from the UK or Tel. +351 269 441 717).

“Alentejo is the same size as the Netherlands but with 800,000 inhabitants compared with Hollands 16 million,” says Bert, who, incidentally, is Dutch. “It is the perfect place for people who want to get away from the stress in Northern Europe.

Even in August, you can lie on unspoilt beaches with no one else around for miles.”

You can build dream house for relatively little money especially inland, where you can even have your own vines and olive groves. Converting an old farm is ideal for those in search of tranquillity try Beja, Evora or Estromez.

And although you will pay more by the ocean, Comporta, Zambujeiro and Sagres are stunning and offer better value than comparable regions in Spain and France.

Alentejo may be the birthplace of legendary explorer Vasco de Gama, and home to swarthy footballing hero Luis Vigo who is rumoured to be building a golf course in Odemira but the vast region still retains an understated appeal.

The upside of anonymity is low property prices. Coastal properties cost around 50% of what you would pay on the Algarve, and rural renovation projects in various states of dilapidation can be cheap enough to buy with a credit card.

Bert Snijder reports that most of his clients want to be within 40km of the coast, which may only mean a 20-minute drive away, as the roads are empty. The further east you head, towards the Spanish border, the cheaper the properties. But the climate is extreme, with boiling summers and very cold winters.

One inland area predicted to become Portugals next major resort is Alqueva, near Europes largest man-made damn. Its 800km shoreline is a fishermens paradise, and the plans to build golf courses, luxury hotels and restore the nearby rural villages are luring property investors.

Currently, two-bedroom houses in the area cost from around Euro 162,600 (GBP 110,000). With coastal development limited to very low build density and nothing within 1km of the sea, Alentejos Atlantic coast remains untapped, with endless kilometres of white sands that become more rugged as you head south.

Troia on the Blue Coast, south of Lisbon, has been a Portuguese secret for a long time, but now it is being developed, they are building a new marina and golf courses, but they are avoiding dense high-rises.

Vila Nova de Milfontes, with stunning beaches and a cobbled old town, is another resort worshipped by the locals and some German villa owners but few visitors from further afield. There, a one-bedroom apartment will cost from around Euro 118,000 (GBP 80,000), while you can buy large family houses for GBP 150,000.

Prices are slightly higher, due to scarcity of supply, in nearby Zambujeira do Mar, an unassuming fishing village momentarily besieged by rock fans attending its festival each August.

Then it returns to typical Alentejo tranquillity, which is just how buyers like it. Even those who have not been there yet.

Top tips for buying in Portugal:

Alentejo is a huge region with three distinct areas the mountains, plains and beaches so take time to drive around and choose an area before you start looking for a property.

Do not underestimate the language problems. Unlike in the Algarve, English is not widely spoken so seek recommendations of good Portuguese lawyers from English-speaking agents who know the area well.

Buying a plot of land and building your own house works out cheaper than buying a ready-made villa, and means you can design it how you want it. Building costs are around Euro 700 per square metre.

Land prices are determined more by their access to utilities than by location, so a small plot with mains electricity and water can cost considerably more than a larger plot nearby without these services.

Don not assume that if you buy a ruin in the middle of nowhere, you can do what you like with it. Strict buildings regulations apply and vary depending on the local council.

Get a licensed builder. Otherwise you will have to obtain a license specific to your property, which could delay renovations by several months.

If you can not be there in person to oversee building work, recruit a project manager.

Use a Portuguese lawyer who can pick up on the nuances of the contractual jargon. A foreign lawyer may not have the same grasp.

Most people under budget for renovation work. A loose rule of thumb is to take the property price and double it.

Materials and labour are cheap, but re-roofing can be pricey.

Groshan Fabiola asked:


If you are planning to take a luxury vacation in Portugal and looking for booking into Portugal Apartment or Portugal Villa, well, there is nothing better than that. Portugal Apartment or Portugal Villa has turned out to be the best bet for people taking luxury vacations with friends or families.

If this is your first time to book Portugal Apartment or Portugal Villa you will have to make sure that you keep a few important points in mind to get the best deal and enjoy an interrupted holiday. Don’t leave anything to chance of surprises. There is nothing like a hassle free holiday - and this can be easily achieved with some planning or organizing.

Before booking clear Apartment or Portugal Villa decide that is it that you are looking for in them.  Would a seven-bed room villa with private pool and tennis court will do or would you prefer a community pool to meet other tourists while still keeping your privacy intact. Or are you looking for a 5 bedroom Portugal Holiday apartment with facilities for disabled?  You can get any combination that you are looking for. The only condition is that you should know what you are looking for! It is as simple as that.

A standard Portugal Apartment or Portugal Villa generally offers a semi-commercial kitchen, tastefully furnished lounge with multi-fuel burner, separate television room with satellite TV and DVD, under-floor heating for those cooler evenings, large cobbled courtyard with table tennis etc, large lawn and extensive grounds surround the villa, which lead to a tranquil cork oak valley. Are you open to a description like that or are you the adventurous types and would rather opt for

Portugal Apartment or Portugal Villa are a sought after options for tourists as they offer them the freedom that a hotel will generally not. These are generally very good for families on a holiday. Their rents vary according to size of apartment and facilities and luxuries provided therein. One is expected to deposit an advance amount while booking but different rules apply at different places so it is always to better to enquire before checking in American dollars or Euro is generally the currency while one is booking into Portugal Apartment or Portugal Villa.

You should make sure that you are booking into Portugal Apartment or Portugal Villa which is centrally located and all the tourist spots can be reached with little or no difficulty. The Portugal Apartment or Portugal Villa that you are booking into clearly mention the number of bedrooms it has and number of people it can accommodate plus other things like kitchen, washing, etc. Before you book it is your responsibility to check out all the details because there is nothing worse than having to pick an argument with the owner or care-taker of the villa as you are about to begin the vacation. It can quite easily spoil and otherwise pleasant and happy holiday. So get your facts in order. List down your requirements and then start looking for a Portugal Apartment or Portugal Villa that is just your types.

Bert Snijder asked:


Some describe the Alentejo as the new Tuscany. We found an article in Redhot, magazine of Virgin airlines, the following lines are just a part of that article: “As anyone who’s visited Florence in high season will testify, Tuscany has become more than a tad overcrowded. Luckily for those who want to escape the tourists, there’s no shortage of New Tuscany’s. Croatia’s Istrian coastline and the Saale Valley in Germany have all been put forward - even Italy has a New Tuscany in Le Marche - but as far as alternatives go, Portugal’s offering does the job better than most.”

Portugal belongs to the top tourist attractions for many years. The Algarve has been the most known area of Portugal for a long time. This is changing. People who seek the easy pace of life discover the Alentejo. This group is growing steadily, whether this is due to up going property prices in countries as France, Spain and Italy or the desire to spend quality time in authentic, peaceful surroundings is not clear. It’s probably a mixture of the two.

Therefore this part of Portugal makes properties a fantastic investment.

“Combining a rich cultural heritage and deliciously rustic food with beautiful scenery that splits between a dramatic coastline and rolling countryside dotted with vineyards and olive groves, Alentejo ticks all the Tuscan boxes while remaining undiscovered by the traveling masses. Indeed, visitors are likely to encounter more trees than people during their stay here, for while the area covers about a third of Portugal, it is only home to five per cent of the country’s population. By contrast, thousands of cork and olive trees stand in welcoming salute all along the region’s roads, making the hour-and-a-half drive from Lisbon airport to the heart of Alto (Upper) Alentejo a very pleasant one.” Alentejo Home has devoted the last nine years to servicing both, local and overseas clients providing an honest reliable service to all. Alentejo Home is known for its level of care and attention to detail and their knowledge of the property market. If you are looking to buy or sell property in Portugal then Alentejo Home is at your service.

Buying, building and what goes wrong:

For many people a dream, for some reality. Some people buy, build or rebuild without any problems. It often takes a bit longer then planned because of this great “tomorrow there is another day” attitude, but most of us can live with that. Sometimes however things go wrong, really wrong! We have made a list of things that may go wrong, not to scare you of, just to be aware.

Language often is a problem, if you don’t speak Portuguese yourself how can you be sure your interpreter translates everything proper. Make sure you find someone you trust. One of the main problems is buying without a license. Check references and make sure you work with a good lawyer or intermediary. Check their references as well. The license system in Portugal is complicated, be aware of that.

Portugal has national ecological protected areas. On those properties ruins may be rebuild on the exact location and the exact former size. Make sure your property is not such one if you have a huge villa in mind. The law is a bit contradictory here, so again make sure you’re informed properly. The constitution was put together in a way that there was always a possibility to escape the rules. Times are changing and Portugal is a European member, so caution and stick to the law.

Sometimes a building is only partly registered because of an exceeded building permit concerning square meters. Meaning that “your house” is only partly legal. In the worst case you would have to take the illegal part down. Mortgage debts or tax debts on a house can be another problem.

Projects (in case of building or rebuilding) should be signed by a Portuguese or in Portugal registered architect. What goes wrong with building is often that people begin with building or rebuilding before they have a permit. “I have been waiting for so long now, this is enough!” That is not very much appreciated and often means a lot of problems. Be patient that will save you a lot of worries. Stick with the building plan and don’t add buildings like a garage without a license.

In cases like above the project will be stopped.

If you buy in a rural area be aware of the fact that in some areas only 20 square meters may be build per hectare. In a village centre this is not the matter. Rules differ in various municipalities. Check this out before buying. Just make sure you’re well informed on all matters and deal with trustworthy people, if you do your dream can come true. Again we don’t want to scare you of, read the references on our site to see things can go well!

Buy Property Portugal asked:


This is www.buypropertyportugal.com ’s next chapter of how to buy a property in Portugal, here we focus on the Algarve as it’s currently one of the most attractive places to invest and to enjoy investment growth while enjoying the sunshine on the beach

 

The Property Market

 

Why not choose to base yourself in an area with over 3000 hours of sunshine each year and give yourself the quality of life you deserve?

 

 

Portugal is an attractive location for house buyers, with the Algarve being the most popular area for British buyers, mainly due to the weather, golden beaches, and the abundance of golf courses. It is Portugal’s busiest, most developed region and it is reported that 90 percent of all property sales to foreign buyers are in the Algarve.

 

The age of Internet and ADSL means that mobility of labour is very much a reality and it is easily possible to maintain instant contact with colleagues anywhere in the world. Satellite TV means access to English language television and VOIP systems give you a U.K. telephone number and U.K. calls at low rates.

 

There are excellent air connections to anywhere in Europe and intercontinentally from Faro or Lisbon airports, making it perfectly possible to base yourself in Portugal and ‘commute’ back to the U.K. Many of the ‘budget’ airlines fly into Faro from Stanstead, Luton, Bristol, Gatwick, Heathrow, East Midlands, Dublin or Manchester and offer excellent value charter fares. Additional routes come on stream during the summer months.



 

Where to Buy

 

The Portuguese property market is showing consistent growth, strong rental demand, relative living costs and safe environment.

 

 

There is a wide choice of great properties in wonderful locations and often less expensive than the equivalent in France or Spain.

 

Remember that the summer months in the Algarve, especially August, are very busy in terms of traffic and there are visitors from the north of Portugal and from Spain as well as holidaymakers from all over Europe, all expecting good access to the beach. Unless you enjoy being part of the crowd you may appreciate being a little removed from the bustle. Being just a few kilometers inland can have considerable benefit.

 

Don’t forget to take into account your proposed usage of the property, if you are expecting to live in Portugal permanently then the factors that affect your decision on what to purchase will vary from those required if you are planning to rent the property out for part of the year.

 

Many properties inland or ‘up in the hills’ do not have mains water or drainage. Instead they rely on a system of cisternas (tanks) to collect rainwater and store water brought in by or pumped from a ‘furo’ (a bore-hole), whilst a ‘fossa’ or sceptic tank contains and treats sewage waste.

 

All of these facilities are reliable and capable of many years of unattended operation. Bear in mind if you plan to re-plant the garden, water can be at a premium in the summer months and a new garden may require a bore-hole to be drilled to obtain the necessary extra water needed for irrigation.

 

Drilling companies charge per metre for drilling and then the cost of the pump, control equipment and electrical installation must be added.

 

At Exclusive Algarve Villas, we  try our hardest to give you the latest and most up to date information on the Portugal property market and costs.

 

Please feel free to question our consultants about anything to do with buying and investing in Portugal, in person, via email at info@eavillas.com or on the telephone (+351) 282 353 019

 

Portugal remains an exclusive location, with fewer of the ‘over development’ problems of some of its neighbours. The opportunity to buy quality property in a great location remains excellent but, like all good things in life, availability can’t last. Portugal is slowly but surely being ‘discovered’ and if you’re going to do it, now could be the perfect time to step in to this beautiful country!

 

Portugal is an utterly charming country and relatively speaking still overlooked by second-homebuyers.

 

Many areas have an exclusive feel and second-homebuyers and investors are waking up to the advantages of buying in a country which has not suffered the mass development of other parts of Europe, which is quick and easy to get to, and where the cost of living is still relatively cheap.

 

The Portuguese market is very active, with purchasers from across Europe.  There are plenty of Dutch, French, Spanish and Scandinavians buying, as well as the British. This means that to buy your dream property, quick and decisive action is often required. New developments are selling particularly quickly at the moment and many properties are sold from plans.