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Shangrila Retreat. A place to unwind and relax
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Reviews
7.4 out of 10
Good
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 380 sq m
Popular amenities
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 3)
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchenette
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Shangrila Retreat. A place to unwind and relax
Shangrila retreat is nestled up in the hills , 5 mins from the market town of Loule. Peaceful & tranquil, with stunning sea views. Beautiful gardens surround this traditionally renovated farmhouse which can accommodate up to 2 adults, with a child and infant bed available if required.
Shangrila Retreat occupies the entire upstairs space at this property and offers superb sea views across the countryside towards the coast. The private entrance is via outside steps up the side of the farmhouse which leads to a secluded terrace with table and chairs for al fresco dining. There is a large spacious double bedroom with en suite bath/shower and a kitchenette equipped with fridge, twin hob, kettle and utensils for the preparation of light meals.
The space retains traditional farmhouse features including stone tile flooring throughout and high-beamed bamboo ceilings with fans.
Breakfast is not included, but can be provided at a cost of €8 per person per day and is served on the communal terrace and can be comprised of freshly squeezed juice or a fruit of the season, a fresh salad of seasonal fruits, wholemeal croissant with butter and homemade preserves or eggs prepared any which way. All produce is organic where possible and locally sourced, if not picked from the garden that morning!
Your host David worked as a Doctor of Natural Medicine for 30 years in and around London, encompassing Nutritional, Herbal and Energetic Medicine approaches to healing. He is always happy to share and answer any questions related to natural approaches to healing.
Yoga classes and natural treatments also available.
Guests have access to a secure pool area with sun loungers and swing hammock, a meditation pod, shaded terrace area with seating and a large mature garden with almond, olive and various fruit trees. Guests may also enjoy a tree-house situated in an ancient carob tree, doze in hammocks nestled in the fig tree and cook in the poolside barbecue area.
Shangrila Retreat occupies the entire upstairs space at this property and offers superb sea views across the countryside towards the coast. The private entrance is via outside steps up the side of the farmhouse which leads to a secluded terrace with table and chairs for al fresco dining. There is a large spacious double bedroom with en suite bath/shower and a kitchenette equipped with fridge, twin hob, kettle and utensils for the preparation of light meals.
The space retains traditional farmhouse features including stone tile flooring throughout and high-beamed bamboo ceilings with fans.
Breakfast is not included, but can be provided at a cost of €8 per person per day and is served on the communal terrace and can be comprised of freshly squeezed juice or a fruit of the season, a fresh salad of seasonal fruits, wholemeal croissant with butter and homemade preserves or eggs prepared any which way. All produce is organic where possible and locally sourced, if not picked from the garden that morning!
Your host David worked as a Doctor of Natural Medicine for 30 years in and around London, encompassing Nutritional, Herbal and Energetic Medicine approaches to healing. He is always happy to share and answer any questions related to natural approaches to healing.
Yoga classes and natural treatments also available.
Guests have access to a secure pool area with sun loungers and swing hammock, a meditation pod, shaded terrace area with seating and a large mature garden with almond, olive and various fruit trees. Guests may also enjoy a tree-house situated in an ancient carob tree, doze in hammocks nestled in the fig tree and cook in the poolside barbecue area.
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Amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 12:00 PM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
A child's bed can be provided
Events
Events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
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Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events are allowed on site
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock
We should mention
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Loulé
Located in Loulé, this apartment is in a rural area and near a water park. Vilamoura Marina and Faro Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Faro Island Beach and Falesia Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Paintarena Portugal, or check out an event or a game at Algarve Stadium. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and sailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and cycling.

Loule, Faro District
What's nearby
- Mother Church of Sao Clemente - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
- Loulé Municipal Market - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
- Loule Town Market - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
- Loule Castle - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
- Loule Gypsy Market - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Natsu - 2 min walk
- Big China - 3 min walk
- O Beco - 3 min walk
- Hamburgueria Brooklyn - 5 min walk
- Flor Da Praça - 3 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
7.4
Good
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window7.4/10
Cleanliness
8.0/10
Check-in
7.0/10
Communication
7.8/10
Location
6.8/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
7 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in, communication
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
8/10 Good
Raquel M.
12 September 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Agradable lugar con todo lo que necesitas
Raquel M.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
6/10 Okay
Suzanne R.
6 August 2022
Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy
We hadden meer verwacht
Suzanne R.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer C.
1 August 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Increíble!!!
Jennifer C.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Adolfina M.
31 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loulé es un pueblo precioso y el apartamento está en un lugar tranquilo y apartado
Adolfina M.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Elena R.
26 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
UN OASIS DE PAZ
Elena R.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
8/10 Good
pascal p.
24 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
tranquillité
pascal p.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022
8/10 Good
christophe s.
18 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
bonne
christophe s.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
2/10 Terrible
Edith D.
26 May 2022
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Annonce frauduleuse : ne correspond pas à ce qui est proposé !!!
Edith D.
Stayed 19 nights in Apr 2022
10/10 Excellent
Sandra J.
23 May 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ruhiges Domizil mit tollem Ausblick
Sandra J.
Stayed 15 nights in May 2022
8/10 Good
Andrea M.
23 March 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Surrounded by olive and orange tree hills
Andrea M.
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2022
4/10 Poor
Benoit C.
30 August 2021
Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Ne pas se fier aux photos
Benoit C.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
2/10 Terrible
bar a.
26 August 2021
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The difference between real life - to completely lie.
bar a.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021
6/10 Okay
Filipa M.
12 August 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
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Filipa M.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
8/10 Good
Dorothy H.
11 March 2018
Rural retreat away from the "maddening" crowd
Dorothy H.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.
8/10 Good
NAGORE E.
26 July 2017
Sitio apartado y tranquilo. La piscina aporta un plus. Los desayunos fantásticos.
NAGORE E.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.
8/10 Good
Bernard B.
9 October 2016
Location sympa sur les hauteurs de Loulé
Bernard B.
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.
10/10 Excellent
Lesley S.
3 August 2016
Wonderful sea views in a tranquil setting
Lesley S.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.
10/10 Excellent
Aude L., Bruxelles
10 July 2016
***Heaven***
Aude L.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.
10/10 Excellent
Mandy M.
10 July 2016
A little piece of heaven
Mandy M.
Stayed 12 nights in Jun 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.
6/10 Okay
gildas M.
14 June 2016
Reposant...
gildas M.
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.
2/10 Terrible
antonio g.
8 September 2015
pas content des prestations vendus
antonio g.
About the host
Hosted by David Parker
David grew up in Surrey and has worked in the field of nutritional medicine for the past 25 years seeing over 10'000 patients at clinics in and around London and the south east of England.
Aude grew up in Brittany and trained as a social worker and worked in the field of mental health.
David continues to offer consultations and therapies to his Bed and Breakfast guests, local people and on formal rejuvenation retreats.
During their stay, guests can take advantage of a plethora of complimentary / alternative therapies including nutritional consultations, massage, reflexology, electro acupuncture & body alignment - a form of vibrational energy healing. Yoga and meditation sessions are also available on request. All therapies are offered at preferential rates to guests. If you have any health concerns, just ask, we may well have the answer...!
Aude grew up in Brittany and trained as a social worker and worked in the field of mental health.
David continues to offer consultations and therapies to his Bed and Breakfast guests, local people and on formal rejuvenation retreats.
During their stay, guests can take advantage of a plethora of complimentary / alternative therapies including nutritional consultations, massage, reflexology, electro acupuncture & body alignment - a form of vibrational energy healing. Yoga and meditation sessions are also available on request. All therapies are offered at preferential rates to guests. If you have any health concerns, just ask, we may well have the answer...!
Why they chose this property
Garden of Eden sits on a hillside facing the sea, it is an area of outstanding natural beauty and has an invigorating climate which promotes health and peace of mind.
Our neighbour's, include a lady who has just turned 100 years old and another in her 90's.
Our neighbour's, include a lady who has just turned 100 years old and another in her 90's.
What makes this property unique
Peaceful, tranquil and relaxing.
Languages:
English, French, Spanish, Portuguese
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