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02/09/202102/09/2021Activities, Beach, hiking, Places to Visit, Views, walking

Algar Seco

The Algarve coastline is well known for its beauty and we are lucky to have some wonderful stretches very close to Ferragudo.

A visit to Algor Seco, just outside Carvoeiro is a must. Take a relaxing stroll along the boardwalk across the cliff top and take in the stunning rock formations and caves, carved out of the limestone bedrock. For the more adventurous you can descend the stone steps (a long flight) to the base.

At the base of the cliff you can enjoy a drink or meal at the Boneca bar, or stop off at the Algar Seco resort restaurant, overlooking the cliffs and ocean.

06/05/202106/05/2021Bars, Beach, beach bar, Beach Club, Ferragudo Square, Ferragudo Village, Food, Live Music, Restaurants

Life Back in Ferragudo

After a weeks of lockdown and gradual easing of restrictions, it was great news that the weekend lockdown was lifted in Lagoa last weekend. Coinciding with Mother’s day in Portugal, the square was suddenly lively with a great buzz! All the restaurants are maintaining social distancing and sanitising, so even with lots more people it still seems safe. After seeing the UK weather forecast for the last few days, we certainly appreciated sitting outside in our shorts and t-shirts, enjoying food and drink at our favourite restaurants and bars. It was great also to see live music back at Club Nau! And if you have been missing live music – try V5 bar this coming Saturday, just off the square on Rua 25 de Abril.

Walking along the river away from the square, good to see Borda do Cais and Sueuste restaurants also open with lots of outside space. A few minutes drive away, or a leisurely 4k stroll, Quinta dos Santos has also just re-opened. Lovely to sit and enjoy the views over the vines whilst sampling the sharing dishes washed down with a fabulous selection of home brewed beers and Quinta dos Santos own wines.

Life is definitely back in Ferragudo – enjoy!

04/11/202004/11/2020Beach, Views

Stunning Sunsets

At this time of year we get some stunning sunsets over the sea. Yesterday was one – the photos below are taken from one of our rental apartments, overlooking the castle towards the marina at Praia da Rocha. We still have some availability in the lead up to Christmas and New Year if you fancy coming to see sunsets for yourself. Have a look at our apartment details and contact us for best rates and discounts!

21/07/202021/07/2020Bars, Beach, beach bar, Beach Club, Food, Restaurants

Day Out at NoSoloÁgua

We’ve had a great day out at the beach! If you’re staying in Ferragudo, the beach club NoSoloÁgua is just a few minutes away by car – or by water taxi, which is our favourite way to go. From the water taxi, you get a fantastic views of the castle with Praia Agrinha and Praia Grande either side. Also a good view of Praia da Roche marina as the taxi approaches. NoSoloÁgua is only a couple of minutes walk from the taxi stop.

At NoSoloÁgua, you can choose to go either beachside or poolside, both are lovely, although we prefer beachside with sunbeds right on the beach. After relaxing for an hour or so, enjoying a swim and a drink or two, we dined in the beachside restaurant. Lots of menu options – on a special occasion we went for the 100 suchi platter – wow!

Check out the NoSoloÁgua website for details: https://nosoloagua.com/nsaptm/

23/06/202020/10/2020Bars, Beach, beach bar, Food, Live Music, Restaurants

Magic Sunday – Live Music at Club Nau

One of our favourite things to do is spend Sunday afternoon at Club Nau, watching the band over some food and a drink or two. The Covid-19 lockdown put an end to this for several weeks, but now “magic Sundays” are back!

Club Nau is a great beach-side restaurant/bar – enjoying a cocktail, looking out over the palms across Praia Grande’s beautiful white sand to the sea, you could easily be in a tropical paradise. The music is always good, as is the food and drink which is served by welcoming, friendly and efficient staff.

This week we went for the yummy prawns cooked in a tomato, garlic and herb sauce, along with a man-size Club Nau sandwich. More than enough for us to share – although as ever we were tempted by other menu offerings, including Club Nau’s delicious Sunday roast, which is a good as any we’ve eaten in the UK.

Club Nau special prawns and club sandwich

Even though it was busy, social distancing was very well managed, plenty of space between tables, cordoned walkways for entry/exit and access to the toilets and hand sanitiser everywhere. We felt safe and very able to enjoy the magic Sunday atmosphere. See video clip of the band, Mad Cats on our Instagram account https://www.instagram.com/p/CBs_dIwlTWE/ and check out https://www.club-nau.com/

Club Nau restaurant/bar on Praia Grande beach - live music on sundays

06/06/202020/10/2020Bars, Beach, beach bar, Food, Restaurants

Kalu Beach Bar Open

As well as the beach re-opening, it was Kalu’s first day open after a long period of covid-19 shutdown. One of our favourite places, we had to wander down to enjoy a glass of wine and a Dutch sausage special…mmmmmm!

Check out the Kalu Facebook page.