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The Sanctuary

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Pool
Outdoor dining
Outdoor dining
Dining
Pool

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

Map
Porto de Mos, Largo
  • Marina de Lagos
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Dona Ana Beach
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Camilo Beach
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Portimao (PRM)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

The Sanctuary

Luxury 2 bedroom air conditioned apartment on the exclusive Porto de Mos estate, with pool, 400 yards from the beach 5 mins to the nearest golf club. On the outskirts of Lagos, Porto de Mos is an exclusive area, built and finished to a high specification. The apartment has 2 bedrooms, master bedroom with en suite bathroom, a twin bedroom, a sofa bed and an additional bathroom.

Air conditioning throughout. Each room has it s own large balcony which leads onto its own private garden which overlooks a communal garden and pool area. The apartment has outside seating for al fresco dining. There is a shared swimming pool.

Lagos town centre is 5 mins by car or an easy 20 minute walk. It is a lovely town with a fantastic marina, excellent restaurants, shopping and many things to do for couples or families. Only 5 mins by car to the nearest golf course.

google maps coordinates
37°05'20.6'N 8°41'31.5'W

Property manager

Joe
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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Property Registration Number 13282/AL

About the area

Lagos

Porto de Mós, a neighbourhood in Lagos, is home to this apartment. While the natural beauty of Porto de Mos Beach and Camilo Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Marina de Lagos. Lagos Living Science Center and Discoveries Wax Museum are also worth visiting.
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Porto de Mos, Largo

What's nearby

  • Ponta da Piedade Lagos Lighthouse - 5 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Marina de Lagos - 7 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Dona Ana Beach - 9 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Camilo Beach - 11 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Praia da Luz - 14 min drive - 7.1 km

Getting around

  • Lagos Station - 7 min drive
  • Portimao (PRM) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante Atalaia - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante O António - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Snack-Bar Girassol - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Lighthouse Bar - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does The Sanctuary have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is The Sanctuary pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Sanctuary?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Sanctuary?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Sanctuary located?

Located in Porto de Mós, this apartment building is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Porto de Mos Beach and 2 mi (3.2 km) from Marina de Lagos. Praia do Canavial and Praia do Barranco do Martinho are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 27 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 27 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Margaret R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Great Stay
Really enjoyed our stay; great location near Lagos especially if you have/rent a car. Host was flexible and courteous and willing to answer any questions. Unit was clean and comfortable although we found the bed mattresses fairly hard and no amenities like extra toilet paper or garbage bags were supplied.
Stayed 28 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barb C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Central Location
We thought the location of our stay was just perfect for us. We could hike the cliffs in either direction which we enjoyed. We enjoyed the peace and quiet and the birds in the mature gardens.
Stayed 49 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abiah

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
1st time in Alvarge
Loved the stay at The Sanctuary, for the first time in that part of Portugal we will definitely be back!
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Bernd Stefan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Stayed 43 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Juan Luis

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Apartamento muy bonito, espacioso y con un menaje completo.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

heidi c.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely apartment
Great location very quiet some days had the pool area to ourselves Would recommend
Stayed 17 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ulisses G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent Stay
The place was clean and cute. The pool area looked very nice, but we didn’t have time to enjoy it bc we were busy exploring the town. Having washer in the unit was a big plus, so we did some laundry. João made the check-in and check-out very easy.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing property - we will be back
This property is absolutely amazing. Beautiful surroundings, very well designed interior for two couples. Front and back private terraces. Inground pool cleaned daily. Lots of flowers and trees, sunbeds and shade. Close to town, close to the beach. In short, it was perfect! And the price was excellent. We will definitely return.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sehr schönes Apartment und sehr netter Vermieter
Alles war sehr schön. Joe ist ein sehr herzlicher Vermieter. Die Kommunikation war super. Die Lage und Sauberkeit des Apartments waren klasse. Vielen Dank an Joe für die gute Zeit!
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linsey S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Breathtaking property
Our stay at the Sanctuary was perfection! Everything from the communication with Joe and Joao, to the ease of entry, to the cleanliness of the apartment, the stunning landscaping and proximity to all our destination highlights was perfect! We had 5 adults in our group and really loved having 2 washrooms. The master bedroom has a double bed and could easily accommodate a queen or king which would be a nice upgrade but we made due. The beds are quite firm but if you like that then you’ll be fine. We can’t say enough good things about this property! We truly hope to one day be able to stay here again. Thank you again for the lovely stay!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anders L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing area and apartment
Absolutely amazing apartment, terrace and garden. Perfect for both adults and children. We hade every meal outside, morning sunshine and shade in the afternoon on hot days. Large bedrooms, a big dining room with sofa and TV. On top of this a large pool with a smaler jacuzzi. Joe is the most caring manager to find I think. No questions are to small to answer and very fast feedback. We will come back. feedback.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roman E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice and relaxed holiday
Thanks for the apartment we have very nice and relaxed days. Pool and apartment have a awesome location.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Miguel A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay!
We spent a week in this lovely complex mid June and we were almost alone. Felt really exclusive. The apartment is in good condition, spacious rooms and lovely patio. We had almost all of our meals outside. Great outdoor environment with well kept green areas and a lovely pool, which is bigger than the pictures shows. The owner has four sunbeds free of charge. Spacious parking just outside the apartment. Walking distance to several popular beaches. No need to use the car. Will definitely come back. Note, the beds in the bedrooms are firm! Request for an extra mattress in advance if needed.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ghislain B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great appartment in a great location!
It’s a very nice and big appartment located in a beautiful place. It’s perfect for vacations. We wished we had planed more nights at this place. The beache is awesome. The pool and semi-private garden is a bonus.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rosa G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incroyable
Logement incroyable et équipé. La deuxième salle de bain est vraiment un plus. Le calme aussi est un plus. À refaire
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

LAETITIA V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location dans un magnifique jardin fleuri & arboré
Nous avons passé un agréable séjour dans cette résidence au calme. Le logement est spacieux et confortable. Le lotissement est plaisant, avec de beaux espaces arborés magnifiquement fleuris avec une jolie piscine. La plage est également à proximité, ce qui est très pratique. Une location que nous recommandons.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brina S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Letzter Stop einer Autorundreise
Wir haben Ende Mai eine Autorundreise vom Norden in den Süden gemacht. Lagos war dabei unser letzter Stop und Ausgangspunkt für die Sehenswürdigkeiten an der Algarve. Sowohl die Kommunikation mit dem Vermieter als auch mit der Agentur vor Ort waren unkompliziert. Bei Fragen wurde schnell und zielführend geantwortet. Die Wohnung selbst was super. Sehr geräumig und mit allem wichtigen ausgestattet. Tatsächlich war sie schöner als auf den Bildern. Das Highlight war die Terrasse zum Garten mit Zugang zum Pool; dort haben wir die meiste Zeit verbracht. Es war super ruhig, allerdings waren auch viele Wohnungen noch nicht belegt. Lediglich auf der Baustelle nebenan wurde zwischenzeitlich etwas gearbeiter. Wenn man noch etwas bemängeln möchte, dann vllt dass die Matratzen sehr hart waren. Aber das ändert nichts an unserer Top-Bewertung.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

kirsten b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A lovely, peaceful place to stay while exploring the Algarve
Clean, lovely staff
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hernani C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great apartment
Clean, good location and spacious.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lauren B.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Vacation from the vacation
Loved the location of the sanctuary - away from the hustle and bustle. This location is best if you have a car rental, as it is away from Lagos center and beaches are located on steep hills (for older folk, it may be a bit much) If you don’t have access to a phone plan - download WhatsApp to communicate with the caretaker - once you meet up, it is easy to access the apartments. Place was clean - loved that there are two bathrooms. We loved sitting on the balcony and having an afternoon swim during downtown. Super convenient to get to many attractions such as the cave tours or Sagres. Beautiful sandy beaches in every direction! Beds were comfortable and place was quiet in the evening
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful 2 bedroom condo close to the beach and good area
2 bedroom unit is clean and in a nice quiet complex and furnished well. The outdoor furniture were extremely comfortable and of good quality. One minor problem that was resolved quickly with property manager. Would definitely stay here again if back in the area.
Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lagos Getaway
We enjoyed our stay in Lagos very much. The hiking and scenery were beautiful! Thank you for sharing your lovely home.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Hans Werner L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Langzeiturlaub
Es war eine wirklich wunderbare und erholsame Zeit in Lagos. Zum Strand Porto de Mos nur 10 Minuten zu Fuss. Wenn man länger dort Urlaub macht, ist ein Auto auf jeden Fall sinnvoll. Wir sind deshalb die 2.500 km mit dem eigenen Auto (2 Übernachtungen in Frankreich u. Spanien) dort hin gefahren. Es hat uns sehr gefallen, sodass eine Wiederholung in Betracht kommen kann.
Stayed 121 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Neal k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
solid property with a lot of space
New property that is clean, large and well equipped. Swimming pool is right behind the property. You will definitely need a car or motorbike. There is not much in walking distance
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Defossez N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Superbe location
Superbe location 👍 Immeuble de construction récente très bien entretenu 👍 Appartement Spacieux, décoré avec goût, les deux salles de bains sont un + ( nous étions deux couples) Le jardin et sa piscine ... super bien entretenus dans un espace de verdure paradisiaque. Petite suggestion : un plan de travail ou une table serait bienvenue dans la cuisine ... manque de place pour cuisiner Petit souci à l'arrivée à l'aéroport... la barrière de la langue lors du contact par téléphone., on a pu se débrouiller avec une dame portugaise (au bureau de location de voiture) qui a pu traduire. A part cela... le Top 👍
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

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