Nestled in the Sao Rafael Apartment complex, this top-floor apartment offers a serene retreat with an open-plan living area and recently refurbished bathroom. Enjoy ocean views from the balcony, explore nearby beaches like Sao Rafael and Arrife, or stroll to excellent restaurants within walking distance.
Situated in a peaceful corner of the beautifully landscaped low rise Sao Rafael Apartment complex, our top floor apartment boasts breathtaking views across open grassland with the ocean beyond, just 5 minutes walk away from the beautiful beach of Sao Rafael.
Our spacious and airy apartment consists of an open plan living/dining area, a well equipped kitchen, one double bedroom with an ocean view, one twin bedroom with a Juliette balcony overlooking the gardens and a recently fully refurbished bathroom with a large walk-in shower, perfect after a day on the beach. All windows/shutters have also recently been replaced.
From the living area sliding patio doors lead to the south facing balcony with a table and chairs for alfresco dining . We also have a couple of sun loungers for use on the balcony, perfect for late night star gazing with a glass of wine!.
Bed linen, tea towels and bathroom towels are provided with a linen change at the end of each week of your stay, beach/pool towels are not provided.
Children are very welcome but pets are not permitted. If required high chair and cot are available upon request for a small extra charge.
Only a few minutes stroll from the apartment will lead you to the beautiful unspoilt Sao Rafael or Arrife beaches, each with outstanding restaurants, from which a rugged cliff top walk will lead you to many more beaches/coves along this beautiful coastline.
The attractive swimming pool and children’s pool area is only a minute stroll from the apartment, equipped with sun loungers, shady areas, if required and a bar serving drinks and snacks in high season.
There are several excellent restaurants within walking distance of the apartment. For a livelier evening, Albufeira is approximately a 30 minutes walk or a short bus or taxi ride away where there is an abundance of bars, restaurants and shops. Also, the Marina, in between Sao Rafael and Albufeira, has many restaurants, bars and where boat trips can be booked from.
Free parking is available at the apartment for our guests.
Upon your arrival at the complex you will be met by our meet and greeter to exchange the key, show you to the apartment and answer any questions you may have. Please note that if arriving after 10pm you will be charged a 20 Euro late check-in fee that is payable directly to them.
The apartment is licensed for holiday rentals. Registration number: 160358/AL
Property amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
Beach loungers
Pool/Spa
Communal pool
Outdoor pool
Pool loungers
Internet
Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Electric car charging station on site
Car recommended
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower
Towels provided
Living spaces
Fireplace
Living room
Entertainment
Books
Games
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Garden
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Safe
Location highlights
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near the bay
Near the marina
Near the sea
Things to do
Billiards/pool table
Boat
Golf
Kayak
Birdwatching nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain climbing nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Spelunking nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Water skiing 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)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Rules
Guessed are expected to leave the property in a tidy state with all rubbish removed and used kitchenware washed. Additional charges may be incurred.
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Note from host: Children should be suitably supervised at all time
Events
No events allowed
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 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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
Property Registration Number 160358/AL
We should mention
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Located in Albufeira, this apartment is near a water park and near the beach. Albufeira 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 Sao Rafael Beach and Gale Beach. Aqualand Algarve and Krazy World Zoo are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cave exploring nearby. Visit our Albufeira travel guide
Does 2 Bedroom Spacious Apartment, Stunning Beach Location, Ocean View, Pool & Garden have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.
Is 2 Bedroom Spacious Apartment, Stunning Beach Location, Ocean View, Pool & Garden pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at 2 Bedroom Spacious Apartment, Stunning Beach Location, Ocean View, Pool & Garden?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at 2 Bedroom Spacious Apartment, Stunning Beach Location, Ocean View, Pool & Garden?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at 2 Bedroom Spacious Apartment, Stunning Beach Location, Ocean View, Pool & Garden?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is 2 Bedroom Spacious Apartment, Stunning Beach Location, Ocean View, Pool & Garden located?
Situated by the sea, this apartment building is within 1 mi (2 km) of Sao Rafael Beach and Albufeira Marina. Albufeira Old Town Square is 2.4 mi (3.9 km) away.
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Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Lovely location. Close to the beach and the pool restaurant and bar were great. The apartment was well laid out and well supplied. Would stay there again, no problem
Very thoughtfully well equipped and a pleasure to have stayed, loved being able to walk to the very hospitable Il Borgo restaurant. Hope to return and get better weather.
Excellent location! You can walk to one of the best beaches. Apt is on the third floor so getting the bags up the steps was a chore. But very quiet and comfortable.
2nd time staying at this property. As before it is well equipped with everything tou need and more.
Good communication with the owners and Terry who checked us in and out.
Love the proximity to the beach and the marina which has lots of places to eat/drink which is a 15 minute walk.
The cozy appartmen has everything you need to enjoy vacation. The kitcen is really well equiped. The balcony with a nice view and the beach in walking distance.
We liked it a lot and might come back some day.
Well equipped and great layout. Minutes from amazing cliffs to hike on and beach to swim in. There was a bad smoke smell though as it was cool and apartment below used their fireplace. Shower was great and owner was very easy and great to communicate with. Beds were very comfortable.
This was a great apartment in a superb location. The accommodation had everything that we needed and was located within easy reach of beaches and shops.
We found the marina a great place to take a stroll down to for dinner and drinks, with enough going on without it being too noisy/busy.
The pool is great and the kids happily entertained themselves whilst we chilled out on the sunloungers provided.
David C.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent
Gary
9 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
A truly wonderful top deck apartment with a lovely view. Clean and with everything you need. A short walk to Sao Rafael and Arrifes beaches. Complex pool is excellently maintained. Great pre-holiday communication with the owners and brilliant check-in with Terry. We loved this apartment and it made for a memorable holiday. Plus, Uber makes access to anywhere else very simple!
When on holiday, we are constantly on the go, seeing places. Coming back to this apartment was always a pleasure! Very comfortable, spacious, in beautiful grounds with a pool.
And I love the fresh breeze coming from the nearby see.
See you next year yet again.
Ewa & Paul
Great location, just far enough from the hustle and bustle of old town Albufeira. Close to three of the best beaches in the area. The apartment is well appointed with everything you may need for an extended stay. Many restaurants within walking distance. Close to marina if you want to to take various types of water tours Nice quiet pool with a snack bar and bar. Check in was a breeze. Would highly recommend. A real gem.
We stayed as a family for two weeks in this lovely apartment and came to love the Algarve.The view from the balcony is great, the kitchen well-equipped, parking, shopping-opportunities, pool and great beaches nearby. Best thing for our eldest son was the bodyboard which could be used. He spent two weeks looking for the perfect wave. The younger one really appreciated the pool.
We‘ll be back!
Our stay was wonderful. We were looking for a quiet getaway but one that was convenient to all the sites we wanted to see. Sunsets from the balcony were stunning- a quick walk to the beach and many excellent restaurants within walking distance.
We had a great stay at Sao Rafael the complex is wonderful great pool, well kept gardens, located minutes from a lovely beach and restaurant. Apartment is very well equipped and very comfortable. A definite return holiday.
Absolutely a beautiful apartment, lovely clean complex with well maintained grounds, super pool and snack bar. My only slight suggestion is that it would good to have some water in the apartment incase of a late arrival
Perfect week spent in this lovely apartment, from ease of booking to finding the best equipped accommodation we have ever stayed in. This area of the Algarve is stunning, and the weather wasn’t too bad either for September.
We had a wonderful time and loved the apartment. Everything is exactly as described, also as the pictures show. Apartment is perfectly equipped. Lovely beach 5minutes walk and great restaurants also in walking distance. Pool was also a great addition. Will definitely come again.
Location was amazing!! The apartment looks exactly as it does in pictures. One thing to callout is vehicles are not allowed to drive down to the square so you’ll have to carry luggage down a few blocks but if you get dropped off by the Librairie/Jean Jacques it’s an easy 2 block walk. The stairs at the building could be challenging to some with larger bags but overall amazing stay. Val was great and responded to any questions we had immediately.