
House holiday rentals in Mértola
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Explore 40 holiday rentals in Mértola

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Mértola holiday rentals start at £15 per night before taxes and fees

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10 properties offer extra space & child-friendly amenities

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10 properties have a dedicated workspace

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30 of Mértola holiday rentals include wifi access

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Guests love Kitchen, Wifi and Pool across Mértola rentals

4.6 Average rating
Mértola stays receive an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 from guests
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Private Villa, Heated Pool, Badminton Ping-Pong +
Private pool with solar heating system to increase water temperature A Quinta is a well maintained, air conditioned, traditional villa just 5 minutes drive from Fuseta beach. Cool in summer yet warm and cosy in winter. Spacious outside dining & kitchen/BBQ area, next to the 3m x 6m pool with sea views. Large trampoline, ping pong table & badminton lawn, swing & play area set in an established garden. Safe and perfect for families. 5 minutes’ drive from lots of good restaurants, bank & shops.

Monte Da Rocha
Escape to a charming traditional Alentejo house in the middle of nature. Just 15 minutes from the beaches of Porto Covo, and 30 minutes from the golden sands of Vila Nova de Milfontes and Comporta, all known for their natural beauty and serenity. Although secluded, the house is only a 5-minute drive from Santiago do Cacém, where you’ll find supermarkets, restaurants, and a historic center with a castle. The perfect base for a relaxing getaway with easy access to the best of the Alentejo.

Monte do Cansado by Casas da Serra
Monte do Cansado is a small country house with a magnificent view over the hills of Tavira. With 2 bedrooms, one bathroom, a huge open-space kitchen and a large sunny terrace it is ideal for beach or hiking holidays in the eastern Algarve. It's central heating in every room makes Monte do Cansado a cozy retreat after long hikes or bike tours on cooler winter days. The big swimming pool with a magnificent view of the valley is shared with the guests of Casa do Pátio and the owners.
Casa Alfazema | Beyond Ordinary Living
Once a quiet ruin when I bought, this house was lovingly restored with care, time and intention. Every detail was thoughtfully chosen to create a warm boutique retreat. The home features a serene bedroom, stylish living area, fully equipped kitchen, modern bathroom, private patio with pool, high-speed Wi-Fi, Netflix, board games and curated amenities. Perfectly located near Lagos historical centre, restaurants and shops, yet tucked away from the noise, offering calm and privacy.

Praia de Faro, Faro Beach, on the dunes house
Perfect place . Two bedroom Cosy Villa with two double beds, one living room (with a couch), one kitchen and one bathroom. Equipped with washing machine and dish washer. Perfect for nature (the house is inside Ria Formosa Natural Reserve Park), surf, kite-surf or simply beach lovers. Just five minutes to the University (Universidade do Algarve) and Airport. Easy car park. walking distance to restaurants and bars. Perfect place to enjoy your stay in Algarve. (URL HIDDEN)

‘Home by the Sea’ • Retro 1960s Beachfront Villa
Between the Ria Formosa and the Atlantic Ocean — the beach is literally on your doorstep. 15 metres to the waters of the Ria Formosa and 50 metres to the Atlantic Ocean. Beach house on the beautiful Ancão Peninsula, in the heart of the Ria Formosa Natural Park. 1960s architecture, refurbished, privacy, sunny terraces, garden, private parking (3). Fall asleep to the sound of the waves, enjoy magnificent sunsets over the Ria Formosa and watch birds in the nature reserve.

Quinta da Pedragua Fountain
Quinta da Pedragua, surrounded by a small orchard, features an outdoor swimming pool, is located 15 km from Tavira and 13 km from Vila Real de Santo António. All Quinta accommodations feature an intimate atmosphere and a furnished porch with all amenities inside. Quinta da Ria is a 10-minute drive away and Altura sandy beach is 1.5 km away. The traditional village of Cacela Velha, known for its seafood restaurants and pristine beaches, is a 10-minute drive away.

The Old Pig – Garden Suite, Kitchen & Pool View
CASA BRAVA is an eco guest house set in an old farmhouse, 10 minutes from the historic center of Loulé and 20 minutes from the coast and Faro airport. Stay in the former pigsty, renovated in stone and transformed into a characterful suite with a fully equipped kitchen. The house hosts only three independent suites, nestled in nature. In 2026, breakfast is replaced by a gourmet welcome basket. Garden, natural pool and family atmosphere to slow down and breathe.

Central house with mountain view
Enjoy a soothing experience in this centrally located space overlooking the mountain and the old town. The newly remodeled house has 3 bedrooms with a bathroom and a multifunctional space with a kitchen, dining room and living room. Its floors and interior doors have been maintained to experience the style of the time but it has the amenities of modern times. On the terrace, you can gather family or friends to share a meal or simply relax with the landscape.

Casa Das Estrelas – Vista Mertola - Praia Fluvial
Welcome to Casa Das Estrelas, a cozy getaway in the Alentejo with unique views of Mértola, the castle and the church. The house has two bedrooms with two suites. It also has a sofa bed in a cozy room, equipped kitchen and panoramic terrace on the 1st floor (access through the bedroom). Quiet zone, surrounded by nature, with easy parking. Only 17 km from the river beach of the Mina de São Domingos. Ideal to rest and enjoy the beauty of the Guadiana.

Downtown Pool House
Downtown house with private pool! Great location in the heart of Faro city. Walking distance to the most attractive places. Hosts a total of 6 guests! With glass floor so you can see through! Great natural lumination with a big skylight in the top of the house! Air conditioning in all the rooms, big TV screen, big sofá perfect for relaxing watching a TV serie! All you will desire in one house!

Authentic Algarve House • Sunset & Outdoor Living
Traditional Algarve house located in a quiet residential neighbourhood originally built for the fishing families of Albufeira, just a short walk from Praia dos Pescadores. Compact and cosy indoors, with spacious outdoor areas designed for outdoor living, including a sandy lounge area, refreshing water tank and charcoal barbecue. A calm and authentic place to relax and enjoy the Algarve.
Popular amenities for house rentals in Mértola
House rentals with a pool

California House

Sea view Luxury between Vilamoura&Albufeira, Padel

Castro da Cola Country Houses - Casa do Moinho Este

Olive Vilamoura House

Villa Oasis - Pool & Garden

Townhouse with Heated Pool in Downtown Faro

Chocalhos/ Swimming Pool/Amazing view/Free Parking

Casa 1876 - Mediterranean lifestyle at its best
Weekly house rentals

La Rabá country house. Terrace with amazing views

Stylishly renovated country house in the garden of paradise

Artistic Views in romantic penthouse

Amanhada House - Apartment One

Beach house · Botanical Garden · 600m beach

Barrote Beja - Local Accommodation

Ervid'AL Xico do Moinho House

Nomad Houses - Sarilho House
Private house rentals

Villa Casa Nova - Gale Beach - Albufeira

Quinta de Clamote | Alentejo Charming House

Charming Design Led Home Olhão

Casa Nobre with Patio and Roof Top

Casa da Rua

Casa Sal e Vento, Sea Views

Sunny Villa: Huge Pool, BBQ & Ping Pong Fun

Vacation home in Santa Barbara de Nexe
When is the best time to visit Mértola?
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| Avg. price | £58 | £61 | £59 | £55 | £60 | £59 | £63 | £71 | £62 | £55 | £52 | £60 |
| Avg. temp | 11°C | 12°C | 15°C | 17°C | 20°C | 23°C | 26°C | 26°C | 23°C | 20°C | 15°C | 13°C |
Destinations to explore
- Praia do Barril
- Ria Formosa Nature Park
- Old Village
- Aquashow Waterpark
- Praia da Falésia
- Praia da Manta Rota
- Vale do Lobo Ocean and Royal Golf Courses
- Praia dos Alemães
- Praia Maria Luísa
- Isla Canela Golf Club
- Tavira Island
- Marina de Vilamoura
- Praia da Ilha de Tavira
- Praia de Vilamoura
- Castro Marim Golfe and Country Club
- Ria Formosa
- Monte Rei Golf & Country Club
- Dom Pedro Pinhal Golf Course Vilamoura
- Castelo de Castro Marim
- Cacela Velha Beach
- Teatro das Figuras
- Guadiana Valley Natural Park
- Camping Municipal de Monte Gordo
- Praia Verde





