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

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Beach nearby, beach towels
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Pool
Property grounds
3 bedrooms, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, travel crib

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire apartment

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5130 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Pool
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

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

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Single level property
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Tennis
  • Water park
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 1,399 square feet

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Pool

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  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: We only allow certain types of events.
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Map
Almancil, Faro

What's nearby

  • Garrao Beach - 4 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Quinta do Lago Golf - 7 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Vale do Lobo Beach - 8 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Vilamoura Marina - 15 min drive - 12.0 km
  • Falesia Beach - 23 min drive - 12.8 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

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

Frequently asked questions

Does Luxury Raised Ground Flr.Apartment,1km to Stunning Beaches of Vale do Lobo Wi-Fi have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

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?

Check-out 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 mi (3 km).

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

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 10 reviews

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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.