Meet the
Team

Directors Marcela Boturao and Bart van Linden welcome you to a well-established and respected real estate agency, with offices in Lagos, Lagoa, and Vilamoura. Both have been active in the Algarve property market for many years and have built a multi-award-winning business that continues to grow steadily.

Vilamoura Lagoa (Carvoeiro) Lagos
EAV team members
About the Agency

A close-knit team, built on trust

Our team combines experience in real estate with a strong understanding of legal and fiscal matters. As multilingual real estate agents Algarve, we work with clients from different countries and keep communication clear and practical at every stage.

We operate as a close-knit team. Everyone shares the same approach and standards. We remain available every day of the week and focus on delivering a service that feels personal, not transactional.

Leadership

Directors

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Director
Marcela Boturao

Lagoa & Vilamoura

Marcela began her professional career in Canada before moving to Algarve. Over time, she has taken on roles in management and administration and now works closely with property owners.

She is a key contact for vendors and plays an important role within our Lagoa Carvoeiro real estate agents team. Marcela works between the Lagoa and Vilamoura offices and is often the first point of contact for Portuguese, Spanish, and Italian clients.

Her approach is organised and direct. She ensures sellers understand the process clearly from the beginning and remain informed throughout.

Languages
English Portuguese Spanish Italian
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Director
Bart van Linden

Company-wide

Bart oversees the buyer side of the business and manages the company's day-to-day operations. He is usually the first point of contact for buyer enquiries and ensures each client is guided to the most suitable sales agent.

As one of the luxury property specialists Algarve, Bart brings detailed knowledge of the region. He also understands the legal and fiscal aspects that often influence purchasing decisions.

His approach is calm and straightforward. He focuses on helping buyers move at the right pace, without pressure, while keeping decisions clear and well-informed.

Languages
English French German Dutch Portuguese
Office Support

Office Operations

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Office Manager
Tania Santos

Vilamoura

Tania is based in our Vilamoura office and manages administrative operations across the business. She is often the first person clients speak to when they call.

She assists with documentation, coordination, and general enquiries. Her role supports the wider Exclusive Algarve Villas team, ensuring the process remains organised and efficient.

Tania is available during office hours and helps keep day-to-day operations running smoothly.

Languages
English Portuguese
Eastern Algarve

Sales Team Vilamoura

Vilamoura office

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Sales Consultant
Rebecca Low

Vilamoura

Rebecca works with international clients across Algarve and brings a global perspective. She has lived and worked in Asia, the United States, and Europe.

As part of our multilingual real estate agents Algarve, she understands how different buyers approach the process of purchasing property abroad.

Rebecca is known for her attention to detail and her commitment to finding the right property, even when the search takes time.

Languages
English Malay Cantonese Mandarin Portuguese
Central Algarve

Sales Team Lagoa and Carvoeiro

Lagoa & Carvoeiro office

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Sales Consultant
Melanie Maryan

Lagoa & Carvoeiro

Melanie purchased her first property in Portugal in 1998 and moved permanently to Algarve in 2005. Her personal experience gives her a clear understanding of what international buyers go through.

She has worked across several industries, including business development, hospitality, and property. Her real estate career began in 2010, covering areas from Tavira to Burgau.

Her approach is practical and steady, with a focus on long-term outcomes.

Languages
English Portuguese
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Sales Consultant
Mauro da Costa

Lagoa & Carvoeiro

Born in Portugal and having lived abroad for over 17 years, mainly in Norway, Mauro brings an international perspective and a strong client-focused approach to the Algarve property market. His background in real estate, business management and international relations allows him to understand the expectations of buyers and sellers from different cultures and backgrounds.

Passionate about the Algarve lifestyle, Mauro specialises in helping clients discover exceptional properties while providing a professional, transparent and personalised service throughout the entire buying or selling process. Fluent in Portuguese and English, with additional knowledge of French, Norwegian and Spanish, he is dedicated to building long-term relationships based on trust and results

Languages
English Portuguese French Norwegian
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Sales Consultant
Jackie Thornton

Lagoa & Carvoeiro

Jackie was born in London and moved to Vilamoura over 25 years ago. Her career has included aviation, retail, and recruitment before moving into real estate.

She has been working in property for around a decade and has built strong relationships with clients over that time.

Jackie considers Algarve her home and has a strong understanding of the local lifestyle.

Languages
English Portuguese
Western Algarve

Sales Team Lagos

Lagos office

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Regional Sales Manager
Melissa Oliveira

Lagos

Melissa has worked in Lagos real estate for nearly 15 years. She has an English and Portuguese background, having lived in Lisbon and the UK before settling in Algarve over 20 years ago.

As part of our luxury property specialists Lagos, she has strong knowledge of the local market, including neighbourhood dynamics, pricing trends, and buyer expectations.

Melissa is direct and practical in her approach. She understands both the lifestyle and investment aspects of property in Lagos and works closely with clients to find suitable options.

Languages
English French Portuguese
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Sales Consultant
Ana Fonseca

Lagos

Ana has lived in Algarve for around 40 years and has spent more than 20 years working in real estate. Her knowledge of Western Algarve is detailed and experience based.

She is known for her patient and balanced approach. She listens carefully and focuses on matching each client with the right property rather than pushing quick decisions.

Ana speaks Portuguese, English, and French, with some Spanish.

Languages
Portuguese English French Spanish
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Sales Consultant
Carolina Galvao

Lagos

Carolina was born and raised in Algarve and grew up in Lagos. Her local perspective helps her guide buyers through the search process with clarity.

She joined the Exclusive Algarve Villas team to build her career in real estate and continues to develop her knowledge of the market.

Carolina enjoys working with clients from different backgrounds and helping them settle in the area.

Languages
English Portuguese
Exclusive Algarve Villas
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Exclusive Algarve Villas has won various awards over the years, from "Best Real Estate Agency Website" to "Best Real Estate Agency Portugal" by the International Property Awards in London. Furthermore has also won an award in 2019 by Best Luxury Real Estate Agency 2019 by Build Magazine.

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