Casa Céu
Casa Céu is a four-bedroom guesthouse located in Olhão, a quirky and authentic fishing town near Faro.
We thoroughly enjoyed breakfast at Vermelho. Highlights included the array of Portuguese and French pastries that were brought to your table and the perfectly cooked a-la-carte eggs. Breakfast was delicious but also beautifully arranged, featuring tableware from Vida Dura.
Elisabeth Lincot's installation, Lagrima de Loros, graces an exterior hearth at Vermelho with glazed and colourful ceramic bird heads.
Casa Céu is a four-bedroom guesthouse located in Olhão, a quirky and authentic fishing town near Faro.
Originally a fisherman's house, owners Lara and Dário renovated Casa Céu in 2019, and you can tell they've carried out the work with much love.
The whole house is beautifully decorated, with white walls, high ceilings and lots of light.
We particularly loved the gorgeous roof terrace and the breakfasts we had there.
The sunsets were incredible and perfect for a sundowner while playing one of the wooden board games available.
Awesomeness
The stunning rooftop where breakfast is served, with views over the rooftops of Olhão.
The painting of goats in the rooms by local artist Meinke Flesseman.
Located in the heart of an authentic fisherman's town.
Only a 15-minute drive from Faro's airport.
Bear in Mind
Adults only (18+).
There are no TVs, which we’re sure you won’t miss.
No coffee or tea maker in the room, but you do get filtered water and some tasty locals nuts.
There’s no beach in Olhão, although the local islands of Culatra, Armona and Farol are an Algarve gem.
Casa Céu is a four-bedroom guesthouse located in Olhão, a quirky and authentic fishing town near Faro.
Originally a fisherman's house, owners Lara and Dário renovated Casa Céu in 2019, and you can tell they've carried out the work with much love.
The whole house is beautifully decorated, with white walls, high ceilings and lots of light.
We particularly loved the gorgeous roof terrace and the breakfasts we had there.
The sunsets were incredible and perfect for a sundowner while playing one of the wooden board games available.
Casa Céu is a four-bedroom guesthouse located in Olhão
Casa Céu is a four-bedroom guesthouse located in Olhão, a quirky and authentic fishing town only a 15-minute drive from Faro.
There are many great restaurants within walking distance, but you can also enjoy a locally sourced home-cooked dinner on Casa Céu’s rooftop (Friday to Monday, with 24 hours’ notice).
Casa Céu provides bikes for guests to explore Olhão.
Olhão is a quirky and picturesque fishing town. The old town is a maze of charming cobblestone streets, interesting doors and crazy Portuguese tiles.
Discover public art in unexpected places.
Olhão has an authentic local vibe and great little places to eat. One of our favourites is Chá Chá Chá, which is tucked away in a cute secret square.
Located in a gorgeous 19th-century building, Re-Criativa República 14 is a cultural centre features Portuguese fado music and jazz concerts, art exhibitions and outdoor film screenings.
Olhão’s century-old seaside market is the biggest in the Algarve and is considered to be one of the best fish markets in Portugal.
The local islands are a gem. Hop on a ferry or taxi boat to visit some of them, including Culatra, Farol and Armona.
When you arrive at Ilha da Culatra, to reach the beach you have to walk through a tiny village. The island is permanently inhabited by around 1,000 people, most of whom live off fishing and tourism. There are a few restaurants and even a church and a primary school.
The walk to the beach is a gem in itself. After you’ve walked through the village there’s a boardwalk that will take you to Praia da Culatra (Culatra Beach). The whole walk from the boat until you reach the beach takes around 15 minutes.
We love Cacela Velha, a quaint village with traditional Algarvian white houses with colourful windows.
Its beach - Praia da Fábrica - is one of the best in the region. Cross by foot when the tide is low or hop on a taxi boat when the tide is high.
For seriously good seafood in the centre of Cacela Velha we recommend Casa da Igreja (The Church’s Home). They open at 4.30pm but you will probably want to get there for 4pm to be one of the first to queue.
Visit Monterosa’s Farm, an excellent olive oil maker.
Casa Céu
Rua da Liberdade 1A
8700-340 Olhão
Portugal
LOCATION
Casa Céu is a four-bedroom guesthouse located in Olhão in the Algarve.
BY AIR
The closest airport is Faro airport. From there you can take a taxi (Uber, Bolt etc. widely available) or hire a car. Hiring a car is highly recommended to explore the region and the beautiful beaches and villages nearby.
Faro (FAO) – 15km
Lisbon (LIS) – 283m
Porto (OPO) – 573m
BY TRAIN
Faro Train Station is a 20-minute drive from Casa Céu.
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