Casinha da Barreta is a traditional townhouse in the historic fishermen's quarter of Olhão, with high dome ceilings, two comfortable modern bedrooms and two bathrooms, and a sunny terrace with views towards the harbor promenade and across the 'cubist' roofscape of the old town. The house has an uncluttered simplicity that will, hopefully, feel like your Algarve home away from home. On the ground floor, you will find the kitchen, dining and living room, with smart television, and one bathroom. Up the stairs to the first floor, and you can relax in two ample sized bedrooms, both with natural light, and a second modern bathroom. A set of stairs leads to the terrace. Please sunbathe and relax overlooking the city, kick back and enjoy a drink and a meal outdoors. It's with great pleasure that we say, "Welcome to Casinha da Barreta in the warm heart of charming Olhão."

My name is Rui, I'm from Olhão, I know the city and its people. After a few years of friendship, the owner of the house, Andrew, invited me to welcome guests and make their stay as memorable as possible. I'm happy to do so and will be here to help anyone that visits us.

Casinha da Barreta is located in the historic quarter of Olhão, about 150m from the Ria Formosa and the harbor promenade where fresh seafood and farm produce fill the town's market halls every day. The Casinha is a renovated terraced house in the old Moinho da Barreta where workers in Olhão's fruitful fishing industry typically lived. Much of that close-knit community feeling still exists, making it a pleasant, welcoming and unpretentious home. It is an 8-minute walk from the train and bus stations, which makes the Casinha appealing to visitors without a car. Alternatively, at the front of the Casinha there is an open municipal area where you can park your car or be dropped at the door by taxi. It's an easy walk through pretty cobbled streets into the old town with its abundance of cafes and restaurants. It'll take you six minutes to get to the ferry or water taxis that take you onto the Ria Formosa, and the white beach islands of Culatra, Armona, and Farol. The more modern center of town is accessible by foot, too, if you wish. Casinha da Barreta is a comfortable little home in the cultural heart of Olhão. We trust you will be most welcome here.