[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # VILLA BRIGIDA | São Rafael | Albufeira - Algarve Family-friendly villa with a water park and a hot tub ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/52000000/51280000/51275700/51275632/fc934a77.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/52000000/51280000/51275700/51275632/e76c3fc3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, table tennis](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/52000000/51280000/51275700/51275632/8d6ab2f0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/52000000/51280000/51275700/51275632/9743fda3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/52000000/51280000/51275700/51275632/96f111d8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Close to Sao Rafael Beach and Albufeira Marina, VILLA BRIGIDA | São Rafael | Albufeira - Algarve provides a water park, laundry facilities, and a hot tub. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. 9.0 Wonderful ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6 ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Beach view - Hot tub - Washer - Fireplace - Pool ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### VILLA BRIGIDA | São Rafael | Albufeira - Algarve \*\*\*\*\* Free Heated Pool \*\*\*\*\* \*\*\*\*\* Grátis piscina aquecida \*\*\*\*\* Perched right on the bay of Sao Rafael, Villa Brigida is an exquisite three-bedroom hideaway. Breath-taking panoramic views over the Atlantic can be seen directly from the villa’s beautiful terrace. A huge tropical palm tree fringes a gorgeous outdoor living space, with private pool and perfectly positioned stone table and benches. Talk about breakfast with a view! With great attention to detail, the pool is heated to ensure it’s between three to five centigrade warmer than a regular non heated pool\*. A pergola provides a welcome shaded area for al fresco dining and takes full advantage of those spectacular Portuguese sunsets. Immaculately designed, the villa has wide, floor to ceiling windows which cover the living area. Looking out from the comfort of your sofa over the bay is definitely something to remember! The three air-conditioned bedrooms include two twins, capable of accommodating up to six adults. This sublime villa is only a ten-minute stroll from the beach and another five to the local fishing village of Gale. Warm welcomes and local wines await. There are several unspoilt coves, set against dramatic limestone outcrops. Reasonably priced restaurants and bars are dotted along the coastline. Everything you need to ensure total relaxation is only a walk away! This swimming pool has been fitted with a Pool Heat Pump making the pool about 3°C to 5°C warmer at 1 pm than a non-heated pool in low season. In July and August, should the pool temperature exceed 28° C the pool heating will be turned off\* Ground Floor Bedroom 1: Double Bed, Ensuite Shower Room, Air Conditioning Cold Heat Bedroom 2: Twin Beds, Air Conditioning Cold Heat Bedroom 3: Twin Beds, Air Conditioning Cold Heat Bathroom: Bath with Shower Over, Toilet, Basin, Bidet Kitchen: Oven, Hob, Microwave, Dishwasher, Fridge Freezer, Washing Machine, Coffee Machine Lounge/Dining Room: Flat Screen TV, DVD Player, Comfortable Chairs, Comfortable Seating, Area with Dining Table and Chairs, Doors to Terrace Gardens, Internet Access Wi Fi Outdoors Parking: Off Road Parking Pool: Pool Size : 8m x 4m, Pool Depths : 1.2m - 1.98m, Private Heated Pool\*, Ladder Access to Pool, Fenced In Pool, Pool Side Shower Terrace: Pool Table, Table Tennis, Covered Terrace, Open Terrace, Alfresco Dining Facilities, Sun Loungers, Parasol, Brick Built BBQ \*Additional Charges may apply. Please see the extras in the basket when booking. License Number: 62921/AL Tourist Licence 62921/AL illa Facilities Outdoor Private Pool Free Air Conditioning Dishwasher Fenced in Pool Off Road Parking Pool Table Private Heated Pool Table Tennis WIFI Pool Size 8m x 4m Pool Depth 1.2m - 1.98m Mobility Statement To access the villa there is a path which is 92cm wide along with 1 step. The front door has a width of 79cm and other doors that access the pool area are the kitchen and lounge doors. Paths from the villa to the pool area are 142cm wide, the grounds are flat open, there is a large foot path from the front door to the pool gates area, the footpath then reduces to 204cm. Inside there is 1 instep from lounge/dining room area. All the bedrooms have a door width of 72cm and all the bathrooms have a door width of 72cm. The door into the kitchen/dining area is 72cm wide and the door into the lounge has a width of 72cm. \*Please note that although every effort has been made to ensure the information provided is accurate, errors can occur and if you need to find out more specific information about the villa, please do not hesitate to contact us. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the villa: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Kitchenette - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Bidet - Hair dryer - Shower - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping (limited availability) - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a health/beauty spa - Near the marina - Near the ocean ### Things to do - Billiards/pool table - Optional golf privileges - Table tennis - Water park - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Motor boating nearby - Parasailing nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkeling nearby - Swimming 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 ## Similar properties ![A heated pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33620000/33612500/33612470/c75eedbb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Quiet vacation home in a fantastic location with heated private pool Wifi 500 Carvoeiro - Ocean view - Pool - Kitchen - Washer 9.6 Exceptional 75 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-19&endDate=2025-10-20&selected=33612470&PinnedHotelID=33612470&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach nearby, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/61000000/60220000/60212800/60212761/f018041a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### ★Stunning Luxury Villa w/Private Pool, n/Galé Beach, Albufeira Albufeira - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.4 Exceptional 8 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-19&endDate=2025-10-20&selected=60212761&PinnedHotelID=60212761&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16650000/16642700/16642656/55f35643.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Villa in Albufeira with Pool & Ocean Views Albufeira - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Air conditioning 9.8 Exceptional 48 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-19&endDate=2025-10-20&selected=16642656&PinnedHotelID=16642656&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33610000/33601100/33601016/6d2e4739.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Quinta do Mirante - Algarve's Most Secret Place... 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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 62921/AL ### We should mention A car is required for transportation to and from this property ## About the area Located in Albufeira, this villa is 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. Traveling with kids? Consider Aqualand Algarve and Krazy World Zoo. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Albufeira travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Albufeira.dx4692) [View more Villas in Albufeira](https://www.expedia.ca/Albufeira-Villas.d4692-aaVillas.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C37.08060%2C-8.28043&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=_EZLJCPGvoGOwRJiyySsN1jVNS8=) Albufeira, Faro District ### What's nearby - Sao Rafael Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km - Albufeira Marina - 18 min walk - 1.6 km - Peneco Beach - 4 min drive - 3.3 km - Albufeira Old Town Square - 5 min drive - 3.7 km - The Strip - 7 min drive - 5.8 km ### Getting around - Albufeira - Ferreiras Station - 15 min drive - Portimao (PRM) - 30 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Castello Di Norcia - ‬3 min drive - ‪el barrio - ‬2 min drive - ‪Gate 4 café - ‬2 min drive - ‪Fat Cats - ‬18 min walk - ‪Tasca Portuguesa - ‬20 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Does VILLA BRIGIDA | São Rafael | Albufeira - Algarve have a pool? > Yes, this property has a pool. ### Is VILLA BRIGIDA | São Rafael | Albufeira - Algarve pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at VILLA BRIGIDA | São Rafael | Albufeira - Algarve? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at VILLA BRIGIDA | São Rafael | Albufeira - Algarve? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is VILLA BRIGIDA | São Rafael | Albufeira - Algarve located? > This family-friendly Albufeira villa is located by the ocean, within a 15-minute walk of Arrifes Beach and Sao Rafael Beach. Albufeira Old Town Square is 2.1 mi (3.4 km) away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## VILLA BRIGIDA | São Rafael | Albufeira - Algarve Reviews 9.0 ### Wonderful All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.0 Cleanliness ### 9.0 Location 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Roberta K. Feb 23, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Spectacular View The view was amazing. The easy access to hiking trails was a bonus. Loved the outdoor seating areas including the loungers by the pool. We used the outdoor grill unless we walked to the nearby restaurants at the marina or in Old Town. Wonderful stay! ##### Roberta K. Stayed 21 nights in Jan 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### lucy t. Aug 15, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful view Villa was clean but dated.View was amazing.Unfortunately the pool was green for the first 4/5 days of our holiday and air con in one of the bedrooms didn't work properly. Would benifit from air con in living room. Overall we enjoyed our holiday despite niggles. ##### lucy t. 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