This bright and simply decorated apartment is nestled in one of the foremost holiday destinations in Portugal. Vilamoura is renowned for its beautiful 3km-long white sandy beach spread out under rugged red sandstone cliffs and the largest yacht marina in the country. There’s everything you might need within a ten-minute walk — restaurants, bars, cafes, bakeries, supermarkets — while there are plenty of activities close by too, including a golf course, tennis courts and bowling, and lively nightlife. Both the large front room with open kitchen and the master bedroom lead out onto the balcony, where you can sip on something ice-cold and contemplate the day’s plans – or pleasing lack of them. From this vantage point, you can also crane your neck to the left and spot one of the major perks that comes with choosing this address — a large shared swimming pool complete with loungers and an outdoor shower. Elsewhere on site, you can relax further in the spa or clink cocktails with neighbours in the communal garden, but if you ever fancy a day out, it’s a short drive to Faro or closer still to the local town.

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