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Luxury Raised Ground Flr.Apartment,1km to Stunning Beaches of Vale do Lobo Wi-Fi

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Stunning 16 x 8 metre salt water pool (with 1m deep children's integrated pool)
Condominium gardens
Lounge/diner
Lounge/Diner with views directly out onto the pool and gardens
Dining area

Reviews

9.2 out of 10

Wonderful

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5130 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace
  • Dryer
    Dryer

Explore the area

Map
Almancil, Faro
  • Garrao Beach
    4 min drive
  • Royal Golf Course Vale do Lobo
    5 min drive
  • Vale do Lobo Beach
    8 min drive
  • Faro (FAO-Faro Intl.)
    25 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Luxury Raised Ground Flr.Apartment,1km to Stunning Beaches of Vale do Lobo Wi-Fi

Set in beautiful landscaped gardens with a stunning pool, these private apartments at Vilas Alvas are truly exclusive, being the only apartments in the area set amongst villas. Our raised ground floor apartment has a few steps leading to the pool, 15 metres from the front terraces and is the largest of the 22 apartments. Vilas Alvas is in the heart of the golden triangle and ideally situated equidistant between the prestigious Quinta Do Lago and Vale Do Lobo Luxury resorts. If you are familiar with the area, Vilas Alvas is just a 3 minute drive from the Praca, Julia's beach (Vale do Lobo) and Buganvillea Plaza (Quinta Shopping) . Alisuper supermarkets can be found at both Buganvillea Plaza and at the entrance to Vale do Lobo. Vilas Alvas is an Oasis of calm and tranquility. The location is ideal for lazy days relaxing by the pool when you want to and when you fancy grabbing a piece of the action, everything else is literally on the doorstep, from golf courses to gourmet restaurants.

Property manager

Michael and Donna
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed
We only allow certain types of events.

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
We kindly request that clients refrain from sitting on furniture, where suntan lotion on their skin comes in direct contact with the leather/material.
Please do not leave the air-conditioning on when the villa is not occupied.

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
Note from host: We only allow certain types of events.
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Almancil

Located in Vale do Garrão, a neighbourhood in Loulé, this apartment is near theme parks and near the beach. Vilamoura Marina and Faro Marina 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 Faro Island Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Karting Almancil, or check out an event or a game at THE CAMPUS. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Almancil, Faro

What's nearby

  • Quinta do Lago Golf - 7 min drive
  • Vale do Lobo Beach - 8 min drive
  • Aqua Show Park - 10 min drive
  • Vilamoura Marina - 15 min drive
  • Falesia Beach - 23 min drive

Getting around

  • Loule Station - 15 min drive
  • Faro (FAO-Faro Intl.) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Paixa - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Maria's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Cheeky Pup - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Júlias - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Dano’s - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Luxury Raised Ground Flr.Apartment,1km to Stunning Beaches of Vale do Lobo Wi-Fi pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Luxury Raised Ground Flr.Apartment,1km to Stunning Beaches of Vale do Lobo Wi-Fi?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Luxury Raised Ground Flr.Apartment,1km to Stunning Beaches of Vale do Lobo Wi-Fi?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Luxury Raised Ground Flr.Apartment,1km to Stunning Beaches of Vale do Lobo Wi-Fi located?

This family-friendly Loulé apartment building is located by the sea, within 2 mi (3 km) of Garrao Beach, Praia do Ancão and Vale do Lobo Beach. Quinta Shopping Center and Royal Golf Course Vale do Lobo are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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4.0/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Check-in

6.0/10

Communication

6.0/10

Location

2.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

maria e.

Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
COMO DESCREVER ERRADAMENTE UM ALOJAMENTO
O apartamento aparece descrito como T3, c/ 2 WC, quando na realidade corresponde a um T2 (acontece que o 3º quarto tem como único acesso o quarto anterior, é minúsculo -possui apenas uma janela- e não tem ar condicionado). Todos os armários existentes encontram-se, ou fechados, ou repletos de roupas dos proprietários. A sala tem uma decoração "fantasmagórica" e completamente desactualizada (se é que alguma vez aquilo fosse admissível), a cozinha encontra-se repleta de pertences amontoados por trás da bancada, cama de bebe, vassouras, baldes, bacias, uma verdadeira confusão, ; não há espaço livre nas bancadas e a louça é uma vergonha. Toda a decoração do apartamento é trágica. Além de gosto muitíssimo duvidoso tem para cima de ... 30 anos.... O único local agradável do apartamento é a varanda - que é grande e virada para a piscina -, mas quer as mesas, quer as cadeiras existentes devem ter aí uns 20 anos... o apartamento é arrendado aos preços da Quinta do Lago e vendido com a fotografia da varanda sobre a piscina, (que é bonita), quando no local parece estarmos instalados num apartamento manhoso da ...Quarteira ou de Albufeira.... experiência a não repetir!!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tommy L.

Lovely spacious apartment with access to a shared pool. Fantastic area.
We spent 11 nights here in late September/early October, the first 8 nights shared with our daughter, son-in-law and granddaughter. We've been to Portugal a number of times but this was our first trip for 6 years and the first self catering trip for around 20 years! Portugal has definitely become busier and more expensive over the years but there is still a feeling of being relatively unspoiled. We were also fortunate in that our stay coincided with a late season heatwave and the weather was fantastic. October also meant that the complex was very quiet and there were only a few other people around on occasion. We contacted the owners on a couple of occasions and received almost instantaneous responses. That included allowing a later check out as we had a late flight - superb service. The apartment is spacious and well equipped with excellent beds and bedding. The apartment is the largest in the complex and has 3 (linked) outdoor terraces. There is a gate giving access to the pool area. Be aware this is primarily a residential complex so the beds and umbrellas around the pool typically belong to other apartment owners. However, the apartment has a number of sun beds that can be moved up and down to the pool area as needed. The area is lovely with ready access to a number of beaches and the complexes at both Vale Do Lobo and Quinta Da Lago. A car is a necessity and if you arrive late at night do a bit of pre-planning to find an open supermarket. We didn't and while we did manage to find take away food we couldn't get to a supermarket until the next morning. The owners kindly arrange to have a bottle of wine in the fridge which was great after a long days travelling. There are any number of restaurants within a reasonable distance. It is possible to walk to some close by (we used Xenia and Casa Pituxa on two occasions each) but being prepared to drive in the evening opens up any number of possibilities. For those hiring a car and coming to Portugal for the first time. Do some advance preparation to understand how the (somewhat arcane) toll charging system works and the various options. We have been to Portugal a number of times previously but hadn't driven for a number of years. Overall, a great holiday in a great apartment.
Stayed 11 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

James T.

Spot on
When planning a few days holiday we almost by accident started looking in Portugal and then came across our destination on HomeAway.com. It’s short transfer from the airport was one of the benefits as we had an infant with us and so keeping the traveling time down was important. We arrived in the evening and found the apartment easily. The property was well positioned for access to shops restaurants and beach. Even more convenient was the swimming pool which was just a few steps from the apartment - handy to take a break from the heat occasionally. The apartment came well equipped with washing machine, TV with satellite stations, WiFi and Nespresso machine. A car is essential but just as most things are a bit too far to walk however you don’t need to drive far for most things. We enjoyed the fact that things at this time of year (late September) were a bit quieter though the temperatures were still high enough. We had a great stay in Almancil and can recommend this property to anyone looking for a relaxing holiday
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Christophe G., Neyruz

Excellent appartement
Nous avons beaucoup apprécié notre séjour en famille (5) à la Vila Alvas. L'appartement était confortable et très bien équipé conformément au descriptif. L'environnement extérieur est magnifique, bien entretenu et calme. Une belle piscine à disposition des locataires. Une voiture est nécessaire. les plages sont toutes proches et faciles d'accès. Si une difficulté est rencontrée, le propriétaire (Michael) s'est montré disponible et a répondu promptement à nos demandes. Nous pouvons recommander ce lieu. Merci Michael !
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Helen W.

Great location and outside area
We know the area well, having lived here for a year deciding whether to buy a holiday home. We decided to rent and give someone else the hassle of maintenance and come over about 3 times a year. Michael was very patient with my queries. The apartment is in a great location, although you would need a car. It has everything you need, dishwasher, washing machine, UK tv....Some friends joined us for our last 3 days and stayed on. If I was being picky I'd have liked another subbed, as there were only 3 and 4 of us. Luckily my husband isn't much of a sunbather. It is great to be able to access the pool area so easily. A few of the apartments were in use, so a nice atmosphere. Would definitely stay there again.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Emma R., Northwich

Quiet and tranquil holiday apartment in great location
A lovely apartment in a very quiet location but perfectly placed in a central position with lots of amenities on the doorstep, very well maintained with all necessary equipment. Would definitely revisit. We had a lovely stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Tony D., London

Great location very quiet & close to beach
Apartment was a 20 minute drive from the Airport in a very exclusive development, on arrival the owners had kindly left us a complimentary both of wine ( Which was a nice touch ). On arrival the apartment was very clean with ample room for the 5 of us 4 adults and one child, loads of bed linen towels etc and the added bonus of a fold up bed. we virtually had the pool area to ourselves for the 8 days which was very nice, access to the pool is directly from the raised balcony at the rear of the property. there are many local sandy beaches as well as local restaurants which are reasonable in price considering the great location. Overall we had a great stay and would certainly stay at this apartment again if visiting Portugal again which is highly likely as its a fabulous country to visit for an holiday.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Mandy M.

Vilas Alvas affordable luxury in Vale do Lobo
We know this apartment block well and always thought Michael and Donnas would be the best one to stay in. Yes we were right - it is well equipped and stylish. Brand new comfortable mattresses were a bonus. It's on the ground floor which we find useful as you have direct access to the pool . Great start to the day for me was on the veranda eating breakfast watching and listening to all the song birds. The pool area is very well maintained surrounded by beautiful shrubs. It is a quiet privately owned complex so if you're looking to blast music and party into the small hours forget it. I dealt with Michael and he was very professional - with clear instructions for keys etc. I would recommend this accommodation and intend to rent again . The famous Julias beach is 5 mins away by car and The Praca is about 10. We enjoy the local town of Almancil for a coffee mid morning with the locals ( very cheap). There are too many restaurants to mention - Casa Dos Pineros is great( a bit pricey) and Murofos near Quateria is the only place for chicken (great value). Almancil has quite a few new restaurants - Casvostra is a favourite haunt. You will enjoy this apartment - it does exactly what it says on the tin!!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Richard H.

Superb location. Best apartment in the development
It's an high standard complex set in the core of Vale do Lobo right in the golden triangle. Walking distance from the beach though a car is essential. The apartment is very well equipped. Comfortable and just over the pool area. Generous areas and good layout. South exposed. We were lucky with the weather despite being winter. Used the bikes and they were top quality. The area is quiet, safe beautiful and very well kept. The place to be!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Fantastic apartment in great location
This is a lovely apartment within Vale do Lobo, situated in a quiet and secure high class location with great pool. A car is a must but you are minutes away from great beaches and many fantastic beach restaurants etc, championship golf courses of Vale do Lobo and Quinta do Lago are on your doorstep and the marina at Vilamoura is only a short drive away. The apartment is high spec, very clean and tidy and contains every mod con you could need for a relaxing holiday, highly recommended.

About the host

Hosted by Michael and Donna

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Me and my wife are originally from London and like most people living amid the hustle and bustle of busy cities, longed to spend days in more tranquil surroundings. We first holidayed in the Algarve some twenty years ago and it quickly became a favourite place above all other European destinations.

Why they chose this property

Our apartment is the largest in the condominium;uniquely located to access the pool (which it overlooks) and gardens which again is accessed directly from any one of the 3 terraces. Sit and enjoy the beautiful gardens from any of the terraces whilst sitting on the very comfortable outdoor Rattan furniture, sunloungers or outdoor dining overlooking the pool and gardens (beautiful at night as well with the pool lights on).

What makes this property unique

The location is beautiful,peaceful,exclusive and perfect for touring the Algarve and further afield. Golf on world class fairways,Horse-Riding, Aquatic sports from Jet-skiing to Beach massages are available along with the excellent selection of restaurants which are literally on the beach or stroll along the beach to the Praca at Vale do Lobo or even more restaurants located at Dunas Dourados a short walk on the board walk from the beach. This is a beautiful exclusive location with something for everyone of every age.

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