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Local Area
The village of Sao Marcos da Serra is just 40 minutes drive from Faro Airport. It is in the municipality (concelho) of Silves and has an area of 154.9 km squared and a population of 1535 with a population density of 9.9 habitants per kilometre squared.
The Villa is 5 minutes drive away from the village. All essential amenities like
shops, butcher, bank, post office, medical centre, pharmacy, restaurants, cafes,
petrol station, train station and church are located in the village.
If you enjoy the countryside, explore the surrounding hills either by car or take a walk along many of the footpaths.
The town of Silves with its old Morrish castle is 30 minutes drive. Monchique mountain is 45 minutes drive through very stunning and scenic countryside. Santa Clara with its dam and beautiful reservoir is 30 minutes drive where you can enjoy a picnic and a day out.
Beaches
There are many beaches to the south. Most are between 30 and 40 minutes drive away. Beaches of Albufeira and Guia are the nearest being 30 minutes drive. The large marina of Villamora with its many restaurants is 45 minutes drive.
Golf
There is a wide selection of golf courses. Nearest are in Albufeira. Carvoeiro
and Villamora also have numerous golf courses and 45 minutes drive.
Shopping
The Algarve Shopping Centre in Guia offers a wide selection of shops, supermarket, restaurants, bowling alley and cinemas.
Water Parks
Slide and Splash in Lagoa and
The Big One in Alcantarilha are 45 minutes drive.
These provide a great day out for children and adults alike.