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Casa das Lendas – Boutique Holiday Home in the Heart of Olhão

A charming hideaway in the historic Bairro da Barreta

Welcome to Casa das Lendas, an intimate holiday home for two in the historic heart of Olhão, Algarve. Tucked away on Rua Gaibéu, one of the characteristic streets connected to Olhão’s local legends and stories, the house combines authentic Portuguese character with contemporary comfort, privacy and a relaxed Mediterranean atmosphere.

BOUTIQUE TOWNHOUSE OLHÃO

Designed for couples, creatives, and slow travelers, Casa das Lendas blends authentic Algarve character with modern living. The house features a rooftop terrace with plunge pool and views over Olhão, natural light throughout the interiors, underfloor heating, high speed fiber internet, and carefully designed indoor and outdoor spaces for year-round stays.

Ria Formosa holiday house

Located only 15 minutes from Faro Airport, Casa das Lendas is an ideal base to discover the Algarve while experiencing the relaxed rhythm of local life in one of Portugal’s most authentic coastal towns.

Whether you are looking for a stylish Airbnb in Olhão, a romantic Algarve getaway, or a quiet remote working escape near the Ria Formosa, Casa das Lendas offers privacy, comfort, and a unique architectural stay in the historic center of Olhão.

One bedroom

One bathroom

2 guests, 3rd person on request

Perfect layout

Within Casa das Lendas the open-plan layout from this vacation retreat keeps you together – with the bedroom and bathroom on the ground floor, and where you’ll find the living room, kitchen and guest bathroom on the 1st floor.

The house is bathed in natural light, courtesy of its expansive windows, creating an inviting space for activities like reading a book or facilitating a productive work environment for digital nomads.

Fiber internet speed: 200/100 mbps.

What do our previous guests say?

Mario
21 September 2026
Located in Olhão’s picturesque fishermen’s district, this beautifully restored traditional house is authentic, stylish, and very comfortable.We loved the rooftop... read more pool and the central location meant we could explore everything on foot. The house was spotless and thoughtfully equipped, with a fully fitted kitchen, beach bags, yoga mats on request, and high-quality furnishings. It is every bit as lovely as the photos.Our host welcomed us warmly and was always attentive and responsive. We had a wonderful stay and would happily return. Highly recommended!
Rene
18 September 2026
My stay was perfectThe location is right in the area were you should be.The house is amazing lots of comfort... read more . Smal pool to relax and when you walk out of the door, lots of nice  restaurants,bars.Also when you want to visit the islands the ferry is a 10 min walk.So i can say Olhao and Casa das Lendas  perfect combination.Obrigado!!!
Eric
14 September 2026
We had high expectations for our stay in Olhão after discovering Casa das Lendas, but in reality, it was even... read more better than we had hoped. From the photographs and description, it looked exactly like the kind of place we would enjoy: authentic, full of character, beautifully designed and, at the same time, comfortable and welcoming.And then there is Noelia, an absolutely fantastic host. She is incredibly friendly, attentive and always available. What impressed us most is that she genuinely thinks of everything. Every little detail has been considered to make the stay as comfortable and enjoyable as possible.We had a fantastic stay at Casa das Lendas and would return without hesitation. It is one of those places that is genuinely difficult to leave — beautiful, full of character, exceptionally comfortable and in a wonderful location.We wholeheartedly recommend Casa das Lendas. Noelia has created something truly wonderful, and we would be delighted to return!Carla & Eric