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English Retirement Village in the Algarve

Inspired by the charm and romance of the ancient village of Alte, Monte da Palhagueira’s mellow Portuguese stone walls enclose traditional cobbled calcada streets framed with brilliant bougainvillea and fragrant almond blossom

English Retirement Village with professional Nursing and Care Home: Whether you are currently living in the Algarve, looking to retire to the sun, or searching for a second home, Monte da Palhagueira allows you the freedom to live life as you choose with support on hand should you need it.  

Exclusively designed for the over-55s, Monte da Palhagueira is inspired by the charm and romance of traditional Portuguese architecture, and its classic stone walls, nestled in the hills with views as far as the see.   

The village has 22 acres of wonderfully landscaped grounds, a popular, prestigious restaurant, swimming pool and clubhouse, a boules court, village hall, and the region’s only consecrated Anglican church. 

Monte da Palhagueira is more than just a place to live, it is also a real community. 

Residents enjoy an engaging calendar of activities including book club, fitness and language classes, coffee mornings and social evenings in both the village hall and St Luke’s church, which also holds regular services, concerts and fundraising events.

Our art classes in a dedicated studio are popular with villagers. Their works are displayed at an annual exhibition.

With immaculately landscaped gardens punctuated by shaded resting areas, there is plenty of opportunity for walking, or just relaxing by the ornamental lake and pagoda. 

A weekly minibus service takes residents to the shops and supermarkets in the nearby towns of Loule and Almancil.  

Professional, caring support is also on hand 24 hours a day in the British-run nursing home in the village’s restored heritage Quinta. 

Monte da Palhagueira is more than just a place to live, it is also a proper community and residents enjoy a busy calendar of activities

Le Marquis Restaurant

This charming fine dining restaurant is owned by Monte da Palhagueira and housed in the converted stable buildings of the original 19th century quinta, and is regularly named as one of the top ten restaurants in the Algarve.  

Run by Dutch owners Vincent van Dijk and Helma van Rossum, Le Marquis is a gastronomic delight for village residents, guests and locals, and its superb traditional Sunday roasts make it one of Faro’s favourite destinations for families.  

Vincent uses the freshest local ingredients wherever possible, and produces delicious, beautifully presented dishes served inside by a roaring open fire in winter and on the pretty enclosed bougainvillea terrace in summer. 

Le Marquis hosts a monthly villagers’ lunch, as well as barbecues throughout the summer. 

Village map

How it works

When you choose to live independently at Monte da Palhagueira, you buy the right to live in your new home for the rest of your life.

All village properties are available through a ‘Lifetime Residency Agreement’ under English law. The payment that secures your purchase is refundable at one year’s notice, ensuring your capital investment is protected.

A quarterly charge then covers the majority of the running costs of independent living and the many and varied services we provide. It also gives reassurance that even when you are away, your property will be looked after.

When the time comes for you to leave your Monte da Palhagueira home, whatever the reason, you don’t need to worry about selling the property; it simply reverts to the company, and your investment is returned to you less a clearly set out Retention Fee.

All payments are made and refunded in Sterling for peace of mind and, under the Lifetime Residency Agreement, no Government taxes are payable, which in Portugal includes Transfer Tax, Stamp Duty and Notary Fees.

Services and charges

When you choose to live at Monte da Palhagueira, we take responsibility for many of the daily tasks of home ownership, leaving you free to enjoy your retirement

The quarterly Accommodation Charge is based on the size of property (three categories) and starts at 3250 Euros + IVA (currently 6%) and covers the following:

  • Village administration and management 5 days a week, office hours
  • Twice weekly domestic help and white linen laundry service
  • Provision and maintenance of an emergency aid call system
  • Buildings insurance
  • External property maintenance and garden groundswork
  • Handyman support including after hour emergencies
  • The servicing, maintenance and replacement of fridge freezer / washing machine/ oven, and air conditioning units
  • The upkeep of the village grounds and all communal facilities
  • 24-hour access to qualified nurse (in our adjacent nursing home) in case of emergencies
  • An exclusive village resident care plan based on your individual needs, if desired or chosen.

The charge also covers the use of the swimming pools and gardens, the village hall, the community room in the pool-area, as well as discounted meals at the village restaurant. Starting from 2025 the use of the heated pool at the Nursing Home is included as well in autumn and spring.

Apart from this, the usual utility fees apply.

The Professional Nursing Home

For your peace of mind there is also a small British-run nursing home on site, in the old Quinta, providing exceptional professional 24-hour nursing care from an English speaking team. The Nursing Home is open for Village Residents and external Residents. It covers a broad range of health services: from Assisted Living to End-of-Life Care.

The Nursing Home is run by four principles: safety, feeling at home, enjoying life, integration of the Resident’s family.

The Nursing Home offers three different types of rooms. All have a very high quality. Some have direct access to the terrace or have a balcony with outstanding view across the beautiful Algarve Landscape.

The outside dining area
A typical upstairs room with amazing views

Events

Village Hall

Coffee morning and second-hand book sales every Friday, 10am to 12:30pm – all proceeds to the Faro Boys Home.

Drinks & Nibbles every Wednesday evening, 6pm to 7:30pm – in the hall during the winter months and poolside during summer.

Le Marquis

Monthly village lunch meetings.

Weekly art class

Very popular with the residents, in our art room.

Anglican Church of St Luke

To find out more about regular services, please follow this link.

Le Marquis Restaurant

To find out about special events and menus, please follow this link.

Available properties

Casa Tramsea

Casa Por Do Sol: One-Bedroom Apartment

06/28/2021

Monte da Palhagueira Villa

Casa Cascata: Two-Bedroom Villa

06/28/2021

Monte da Palhagueira Villa

Casa Tramsea: One-Bedroom Townhouse

06/28/2021

Try before you buy

The village has 33 whitewashed villas, townhouses and apartments with traditional terracotta tiles.  

Properties range from £140,000 for a stylish one-bedroom apartment to £600,000 for a stunning three double-bedroom detached villa with private gardens.  

We believe the chance to experience this remarkable village at first hand will make your final decision to invest in a permanent home here even easier. With our stand-alone Guest House option you can experience the Village life and enjoy the tranquility of the magical surroundings. This small apartment has its own kitchen and BBQ area, but is also close to the Restaurant. Please call for availability and price.

Unlike more traditional resort destinations, Monte da Palhagueira’s extensive range of services will give you all the support you may need during your time in the village, including nursing home services should you require them.  

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Q&A

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It is M d P’s pristine pool in its floral setting, the informal ways of the small roads and quiet places that give a wonderful sense of calm and repose which we love to return to.
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Get in touch

Please get in touch to learn more about living at Monte da Palhagueira - we'd love to welcome you and your family for a guided visit and refreshments.