A superb recently refurbished apartment in this highly sought after resort

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living area with comfy couch, dining area and TV with all chanels, Netflix etc

Master Bedroom with ensuite bathroom including bath

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Location
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Exceptional

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6177 sq m

Popular amenities

Parking available

Hot tub

Washer

Pool

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Explore the area

Vilamoura, Algarve

Vila Sol Golf
4 min drive
Quarteira Beach
8 min drive
Vilamoura Beach
12 min drive
Faro (FAO-Faro Intl.)
18 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Lucia is a luxurious and wonderfully spacious 3 bed apartment situated in phase one of the famous Palmyra estate located on the 5 star Pestana Villa Sol Golf Resort.

Only 20 minutes from Faro airport the apartment is a superb location for families with young children. It is very spacious with 3 large bedrooms all with their own bathrooms.

Lucia is a ground floor apartment situated right in front of the pool . This means that it gets all the evening sun on its front porch fabulous for evening sun downers !

There is also a baby pool in the pool area which is great for little ones. The gardens surrounding the apartment are beautifully maintained and perfect for children to run around in with safety. Outside gazebos make the perfect spot for family lunches and dinners.

For golfers the apartment is only a short walk to the famous Vila Sol golf course and golf school. Perfect for young enthusiasts and keen golfers alike.

For fitness enthusiasts there is a fantastic gym located in the Pestana Hotel and again only about a 5 minute walk away. Weekly spinning classes and 1-1 personal training is provided by Claudia the best spinning Instructer you will ever experience !

For foodies the apartment is within 2 minute driving distance( 10 minute walk) of 4 of the best restaurants in Vilamoura. Fire, El Paisegem, Moon and the Bistro Wine Bar. All offer great food and great atmosphere . Oscars pub is also great for drinks and offers big screens for football matches and the like.

For families who like adventure and action the apartment is located about 5 minutes away from one the best water parks in the Algarve - always a great day out for the family.

The Vilamoura Marina with all its restaurants and shops is only about a 10 minute drive away. And Quinta shopping and the Val de Lobo resort is also only about 15 minute drive away .

The apartment itself is fitted to the highest of standards. There is marble flooring throughout, a fully equipped kitchen, dishwasher, washing machine and a full sized plasma TV.

In short this is an idyllic place to unwind, relax and enjoy the pleasures of the Algarve evidenced by the fact that we welcome returning guests to the apartment year after year. In short its the perfect location from which to enjoy a holiday in the Algarve and is especially suited to families with young children.

There are Uber taxis readily available but to really enjoy your holiday a car is recommended.

Property manager

Clodagh Hughes

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Pool

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

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Pool

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Washer

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

No smoking indoors

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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

Property Registration Number 254673295

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Quarteira

Located near the beach, this apartment is in Morgadinho, a neighbourhood in Loulé. Vilamoura Marina and Balaia Golf Village are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Falesia Beach and Praia dos Olhos de Água. Travelling with kids? Consider Vilamoura Tennis Center, or check out an event or a game at Vilamouratenis Center. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and cycling nearby.

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Vilamoura, Algarve

What's nearby

Aqua Show Park - 4 min drive
Vilamoura Marina - 7 min drive
Quarteira Beach - 8 min drive
Vilamoura Beach - 12 min drive
Falesia Beach - 13 min drive

Getting around

Loule Station - 7 min drive
Faro (FAO-Faro Intl.) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

‪Rei do Churrasco - ‬14 min walk
‪Restaurante A Caseirinha - ‬12 min walk
‪La Villa - ‬14 min walk
‪Maxi Drive - ‬10 min walk
‪Sweet Moment - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does A superb recently refurbished apartment in this highly sought after resort have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is A superb recently refurbished apartment in this highly sought after resort pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at A superb recently refurbished apartment in this highly sought after resort ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A superb recently refurbished apartment in this highly sought after resort ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is A superb recently refurbished apartment in this highly sought after resort located?

This family-friendly Loulé apartment building is located near the beach, within 2 mi (3 km) of Vila Sol Golf, Praia de Forte Novo and Vilamoura Beach. Falesia Beach and Vilamoura Marina are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Fiona B.

29 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Week in the sun

Had a great stay at this luxurious apartment. Great setting and the decor is lovely. Very user friendly once we got into on the tv. Looks out to the pool area so you can see if there are beds available in your chosen spot.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alison F.

30 June 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous!

We were so incredibly impressed by this property. From the moment we arrived we felt at home and relaxed. Thank you so much Clodagh! We would certainly come back.

Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

David R.

22 June 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

Great holiday at a great location and my family and I have been many times previously and will just keep coming as it is absolutely the place ever for a family or extended family (with grandparents) holiday.

Stayed 17 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

JOSE Z.

17 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Très beau appartement

Logement très grand. Très bel agencement et décoration avec goût. Un super séjour

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hugo D.

27 July 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excelente

Excelente apartamento Lugar tranquilo

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Danny S.

14 July 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic!

Fantastic apartment which was fully equipped with everything you would need to enjoy your stay! Beautifully decorated inside and the pool area was fantastic! Would definitely stay here again.

Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter T.

6 June 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect stay

What a lovely place this is. Perfect for our family of four. Lovely spacious apartment, nice pool area, close to Vilamoura and Quarteira and within driving distance to Albufeira too. Clodagh is on hand to help with any issues that come up and made us feel so welcome. We hope to return again in the future!

Stayed 13 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jill Robinson

24 Sept 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful apartment close to pool

We had a lovely weekend for a family wedding. 3 generations the apartment is perfect with the downstairs bedroom which ensures everyone had space. Also very close to pool made everything very easy.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

José Manuel S.

11 Sept 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Muito bom

Muito bom, para repetir

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gabriel D.

30 Aug 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

SEJOUR TRES AGREABLE DANS UN CADRE MAGNIFIQUE

TRES AGREABLE ET TRES JOLIE APARTEMENT

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joanne Gould

14 Aug 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic apartment!

Has to be one of the best apartments we've ever stayed in! Set in beautiful gardens, a stone's throw from a lovely pool, it is perfect. The pool is great for kids and adults alike with a very gradual shallow end for little ones and a deeper end for more able swimmers. The apartment itself is extremely well equipped and has lovely decor. It has A/C throughout and is very spacious. There is a lovely big bedroom downstairs as well as 2 on the ground floor. Underground parking is an added bonus. If you don't hire a car then an Uber to the marina costs around €5 each way. We did hire a car and got it considerable cheaper through Doyouspain. Clodagh gave us really good communication. I cannot recommend highly enough! We will definitely be booking this apartment when we visit Portugal again. 5***** Here's some places you may wish to visit: Aqushow, which is just around the corner. We got out tickets for €23 by searching for a discount code. Fantastic water park. Take a picnic to save money! Zoomarine is a great day out. Don't miss the pirate show! Tickets online were €31 but you can do a second day for €10. Food at the park was, pretty reasonable. If you fancy something different, head down to Arthur's watersports at Vale do Lobo and hire a pedalo for €20 for 30 minutes on the lake. There's a lovely board walk through an area of natural beauty with a bridge that takes you over the dunes onto the beach. Here there's a little snack place where you can grab a drink, sandwich, ice cream. There's also a mini golf nearby called Par Tee golf where for €13 you can have a round of golf and a drink. The mini golf in Villamora is also brilliant. It has 2 18 hole courses. For a great cheap meal or takeaway, try the chicken shack in Quarteira, near Lidl. You'll get a whole spit roast chicken and chips for around €5 (takeaway).

Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maria F., figueira da Foz

20 June 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

wonderful days

very good apartment whith good location and spectacular leisure areas

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

David R., Live in Bolton with family and will fly from Manchester Uk to Faro and back.

12 June 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Another great holiday at Palmyra

Just brilliant for families

Stayed 14 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

José Manuel S.

10 Sept 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Muito bom

Foi bom, foi pena o check-in ter atrasado muito

Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

jose pedro p.

17 Aug 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Férias em família

Boa localização, lugar sossegado e com bom ambiente. Supermecados e praias próximas.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

José Manuel S.

18 Sept 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excelente

Muito bom... Voltarei

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Mathieu M.

2 Sept 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Séjour au top !!!

Très bel appartement avec une situation au top. Tout reste a proximité. Une résidence tres bien entretenue avec piscines et jardins magnifiques.

Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jorge O.

28 Aug 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful home and environment for a peaceful stay.

Everything was as it was described. Ownership extremely cooperative and available, great environment, perfect vacation home. Although the location is not right on the seaside, and you need the car to do whatever you need, it only takes a few minutes drive for anything you may want or need doing. Very good location in center of the Algarve. Very safe, too.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Paulo S., Vila do Conde - Portugal

10 Aug 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bonito e tranquilo

Jardins agradaveis. Boa piscina. Tranquilo. Um pouco longe da praia.

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2019

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

rebecca cronin

28 Sept 2011

lucia apartment 4th -14th sept 2011

we found the apartment to be exactly as listed, modern, right beside the swimming pool, very spacious and the kitchen literally had everything you could want. There was also a safety gate for the stairs. the apartment was spotless when we arrived and is very well maintained. it is the perfect location for a holiday with young children, we travelled with a 3.5 yr old and 14month old and it really was home from home. Car rental is necessary. we didnt eat out with the kids but popped to the hypermarket 5 mins away everyday for fresh food. we brought our sky card which was a big advantage as the girls cold watch their bedtime show. there were lots of families there at the same time with young kids (under 5's) so we had nice company. a lot of the people we met were return visitors to the complex. i would recommend lucia apartment to friends and family and would return again.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Carlos R., UK

17 Sept 2011

Beautiful apartment

We had a fantastic holiday at this apartment, it was very clean and well looked after as was the whole Palmyra complex. The owner was very helpful right from day one and had also provided a lot of good information in a folder within the apartment. The pool facilities were great and the communal gardens were beautiful. I would definitely recommend this apartment to anyone. We thoroughly enjoyed it.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

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22 June 2011

Lovely spacious apartment in a beautiful complex

We spent 1 week in this lovely apartment in early June 2011. There was more than enough room for 4 adults and an 18 month old boy who loves to run around! Everything was very modern, clean and comfortable, good aircon system, with a well equipped kitchen and a large dining and lounge area. The terrace overlooked a really well maintained garden and pool area which meant we could hop in and out of the apartment in between stints in the glorious sunshine. The pool is large and was fairly quiet most days, with a nice little baby pool and splash areas dotted around. Very family friendly with a nice life guard. The apartment was really easy to drive to from Faro airport (25 mins) and there's a basement parking spot with a door straight into the apartment. I wouldn't recommend staying here without a car - it wouldn't be particularly easy to walk to the shops or restaurants, especially not in the heat, and you'll want to be able to get to the great attractions nearby. In particular the marina at Vilamoura is great for restaurants and is 10 minutes drive away. We also ventured to other towns on the coast (Albufeira, Portimao) which were easily reached. Clodagh (the owner) was really helpful and easy to get hold of before and during the stay - thanks! We didn't take up the golf, but we had a great time and would recommend staying here for those with young families and/or anybody looking for relaxation within an easy drive of the Algarve's fantastic coast.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

20 June 2011

Beautiful apartment in an top quality development.

We stayed in April 2011 and the weather was fantastic. Your apartment is beautiful very high quality throughout. The arrangemets were excellent and everything went very smoothly. The apartment was spotless and the sky tv handy if you bring your viewing card. The heated outdoor pool was essential in April as the non heated pool was very cold. The apartment has everything you need to enjoy a perfect holiday. The ground in palmyra are beautiful and has secure entry. The Vila Sol resort has a delifrance has excellent food for lunches. as supermarket is also at the entrance which is well stoked with fresh bread daily. Car hire is essential and ensure when booking it you use someone like economycar which has zero excess. The marina in vilamoura has some excellent restaurants which you can get any type of cuisine you wish. This was our third time to vilamoura and if you are there and wish to see some cities Seville and Lisbon are just over two hours away and well worth visiting. We would definately stay at this apartment again and Clodagh was very helpful to ensure our holiday went without a hitch.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

michelle m.

1 June 2011

the apartment was gorgeous.

loved the apartment. plenty of room. all rooms decorated lovely and very clean. grounds and pools were great. heated pool about 1 min walk away. apartment overlooking pool also but it was not heated.we were there 1st week in may so we needed the heated pool. you would definetly need a car staying here. clodagh gave us email address of car hire company she uses and we had no trouble with them. car seats were very dirty alright so make sure you bring blanket to put over them. would def go back there again. ideal for children. supermarket and pub only few mins drive away. i didnt think food was great in the pub but we only went there 1 night. we went into vilamoura to get something to eat. more choice there. overall had great holiday.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

26 Jan 2011

Lovely Apartment

Our stay at your apartment during December was very enjoyable. The apartment and indeed all the apartments at Palmyra were extremely nice and very well presented including the outside pool areas and gardens, the underground parking and security gates makes this development a great choice. We have stayed at Vila Sol on many many occasions and always enjoy our time there. We always hire a car which is an essential and the golf is always good and the green fees this year were half price really excellent value. A great place to come with or without children, the restaurants in Almancil are fab. Your apartment was perfect, very clean and spacious and one of the best we have stayed in.

About the host

Hosted by Clodagh Hughes

Why they chose this property

Simply put its fab for families with young kids. We have spent many a summer here and the kids have always been safe and have loved the pools and gardens to play in. Its especially great if a few families come together . We have enjoyed many evenings sitting on our porch after sharing a lovely meal and great wine!