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 Carved out of the hillside between the cosmopolitan town of Lagos and the historic maritime port of Sagres, lies Quinta da Encosta Vehla. About 3 kms from the coast at Salema, Quinta da Encosta Vehla overlooks the front nine holes of Parque da Floresta's golf course, is within walking distance of the village of Budens. This is the perfect base from which to explore the natural park of Costa Vicentina and the truly unspoilt villages, deserted sandy beaches, such as Figueira, and secluded coves of the Western Algarve. Quinta da Encosta Vehla is only 20 minutes drive from the Forteleza de Sagres where Henry the Navigator had his Maritime School, Cape St Vincent lighthouse on the most westerly point of Europe and the little  populated beaches of the west coast where the west winds coming off the Atlantic whip up the waves so popular with the sand yachters and surfers. This coastline is well worth exploring for the spectacular views it offers.
There is a selection of accommodation to choose from, all categorised as deluxe. Clusters of 2 bedroom village houses and 3 bedroom village houses with use of the three resort pools and 3 bedroom detached villas with private swimming pool, all afford large balcony and terrace areas designed to maximise outdoor living.
 All properties are equipped to the highest standards including quality kitchen appliances (hob, oven, fridge freezer, dishwasher and washing machine) and satellite TV with access to the free channels, DVD and stereo system. Deluxe properties feature excellent standards of decor and furnishings throughout. A complimentary welcome pack is provided for  your arrival. All properties have phone and Internet connections, three way air conditioning throughout and maid service is provided. Usually both bedrooms, in the 2 bedroom village houses, have twin beds. There is always a separate full bathroom and one bedroom has an en suite shower room.
Guest facilities at Quinta da Encosta Vehla are numerous. There is a babysitting/child care service, 24 hour reception with multingual staff, safety deposit boxes and an ATM machine, foreign currency exchange, doctor available (24 hours), hair studio,  seasonal activity clubs for children & Parque Football Academy and special events and entertainment.
A wide choice of restaurants is available within a 5 - 10 minute drive but there is also a variety of dining options available on your doorstep and at Parque da Floresta. A Taberna Restaurant and Bar is at Quinta da Encosta Vehla and at Parque da Floresta, just 2 minutes drive away, the O  Parque Restaurant serves breakfast - full English and continental from 07.30 to 11.00 hours and an à la carte menu in the evening from 19.00 hours to 22.00 hours. The Spike Bar is open daily from 8 'til late for snacks and light meals and the poolside Blue Lagoon Restaurant also offers light meals and snacks from 12.00 - 17.00 hours with the bar open for slightly longer. Vicentino's Trattoria is open from 12.00 - 22.30 hours for Italian dishes and pizzas to eat in or take away. The Blue Wave Beach Bar is at Cabanas Vehlas Beach and  serves light salads, snacks & fresh fish from 10.00 - 22.00 hours and the bar is open until midnight. A shuttle bus is available to transport guests the few kilometers to and from Parque da Floresta and to the Blue Wave.
Recreational facilities of all kinds are available for those of you who wish to mix a little lounging in the sun with some more energetic activities. There are four outdoor pools (including 1 for children) located at Quinta da Encosta Vehla. Full list of facilities
The Health & Beauty Spa & Fitness Centre, Spa Floresta, offers a range of treatments and therapies, as well as a  personal fitness and exercise programme. The facilities are superb and include an air conditioned gymnasium and exercise studio, heated indoor pool, steam room, sauna, Jacuzzi and hair studio. The steam room, sauna and Jacuzzi are reserved exclusively for adult use (over 16 years of age) and the indoor pool is only available  to under 16s, accompanied by an adult, between 08.30 - 12.00 hours. Spa Floresta 4 & 7 night spa breaks.
There are four floodlit tennis courts with a choice of surface from hard court to artificial grass court. Bookings for courts are taken at Parque da Floresta reception and lessons are available, especially for juniors and beginners.
 The Parque da Floresta 18 hole par 71 golf course was designed by the Spaniard, Pepe Gancedo. With no two holes even remotely similar, the variety the course offers is endless. The Vigia Golf Academy has the latest in video and computer technology to help analyse your swing and the resident PGA qualified professionals are on hand to offer tips  on how to improve your game. Guests at Quinta da Encosta Vehla benefit from generous discounts on green fees and we are able to pre-book your tee times, on request. There is a short game practice area and the golf shop stocks most of what you could need. Great golf package offer
Bowls, mountain biking and horse riding are all on hand at Parque da Floresta with water sports activities available nearby.
 The holiday experience offered here is unique in the Western Algarve. The summer starts early and ends late here and this scenic destination is an ideal choice whether you are seeking a relaxing summer holiday in the sun, a revitalising spa break or a more activity based holiday. Quinta da Encosta Vehla has all the right ingredients to make your holiday one to remember.
4 or 7 day spa breaks at Spa Floresta
special golf packages at Parque da Floresta
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