The advert for this property was a little sparse on detail, so I was absolutely delighted to find this fantastic property that fully delivered for a family with older children who need access to a bit more stimulation - It is labelled as Vista Do Mar in pics.
The property consists of the main house with 4 bedrooms (the 2 upper bedrooms share access to the large sun terrace with sea-view), a spacious comfortable lounge/diner and 3 bathrooms, a modern kitchen amply supplied with everything you could need with an enclosed barbecue area behind the kitchen (where we ate most days), all areas spotless and tastefully decorated. The pool area is separated by the private gardens (beautifully kept with fascinating plants and flowers) and is accessible from the front or back. The pool area was well equipped, regularly maintained and incredibly private and relaxing with no discernible noise (other than our squeals of laughter as we played pool games) the pool is kidney shaped approx 12 meters and is 1.2-2m depth, the WiFi just about reaches where you have line of sight.
The location could not have been better for us, 3 minutes walk will take you to the seafront and the boardwalks of Algar Seco offering incredible views of the honeycomb coastline. Go right and a 10 minutes walk along the coastal boardwalks will take you to Carvoeiro beach and town, turn left and you can follow the path over the headland for 10 minutes to the stunning Vale Covo beach (our favourite) with its amazing cave hiding a secret beach (a bit of soft climbing here, this route is not recommended for the very young/old or infirm), if you prefer following the road, a 20 minute walk will take you to Vale Centeanes, a larger beach with plenty of water-sports and activities.
Our host Ana was lovely and made herself available whilst respecting privacy, A great accommodation far enough away to be secluded but close enough to have everything on hand and to not need a car. Highly recommended especially for families with slightly older children.