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Stunning Sea View • Pool • Walk to Beach

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Located in the heart of the Algarve, São Rafael offers a tranquil retreat amidst mature gardens. Only minutes from São Rafael beach and main pool, this apartment faces south giving plenty of sunshine and ocean views from both master bedroom and open-plan living area with a terrace. It features modern appliances, high-speed internet, cable TV.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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About this property

Stunning Sea View • Pool • Walk to Beach

  • Bright 2-bedroom apartment with beautiful sea views, a sunny terrace and access to a large pool, just a 5-minute walk from São Rafael Beach. Perfect for families or couples looking for a peaceful and relaxing stay close to Albufeira.

    Recently updated in March 2026, the apartment has been refreshed with new furnishings and thoughtful improvements to create a more modern, comfortable and welcoming holiday space.

    The apartment enjoys a south-facing position, filling the living area and terrace with natural light throughout the day. From the living room, master bedroom and terrace/veranda, you can enjoy lovely ocean views and a true Algarve holiday atmosphere.

    THE SPACE:
    2 bedrooms
    suitable for up to 4 adults + 1-2 small children (up to 4 years old)
    1 modern bathroom with walk-in rain shower
    bright open-plan living and dining area
    fully equipped kitchen
    private sunny terrace/veranda with stunning sea view
    high-speed Wi-Fi
    cable TV
    space in master bedroom suitable for working if needed
    free parking

    WHY GUESTS LOVE IT:
    5-minute walk to São Rafael Beach
    Large pool + children’s pool just 1 minute away
    Sea views from the living room, terrace and master bedroom
    quiet and scenic area away from crowds
    easy access to Albufeira Marina and Old Town
    perfect balance of relaxation and location

    PERFECT FOR:
    families with children
    couples looking for a peaceful beach stay
    guests who want pool + beach + sea view in one place

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

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.
  • Pool access ramp on site
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited housekeeping
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Gym
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Garden
  • Recycling

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm 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 134511/AL

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

Frequently asked questions

Does Stunning Sea View • Pool • Walk to Beach have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Stunning Sea View • Pool • Walk to Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Stunning Sea View • Pool • Walk to Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stunning Sea View • Pool • Walk to Beach?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Stunning Sea View • Pool • Walk to Beach located?

Situated on the waterfront, 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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Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 65 out of 78 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 78 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 78 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 78 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 78 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

Reviews

Verified

6/10 Okay

Dave & Marg G.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Beautiful ocean view!

Great location.
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sue G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

First time in Albufeira

Beautiful property with a perfect location! Loved our stay!
Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Laurie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great vacation

Loved the location. Needs a little updating...furniture (LR & Primary bedroom), kitchen counter, but overall a nice place.
Stayed 35 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sonny H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice apartment

Wonderful place - we’ll Come back
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great trip

We had an amazing vacation with our accommodation being in an excellent area.
Stayed 21 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paige M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great few days in Albufeira

Check in was straightforward and apartment was much bigger than expected. Great location, walkable to beaches and restaurants. We really enjoyed our stay and would highly recommend it!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Outstanding

The apartment was just as advertised. Central location, views of the ocean, clean and tidy. Would definitely stay again on a return visit
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful property

We loved this property, the views and the pool. Very quiet neighborhood tucked away from the tourist areas.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Place

…to relax and and enjoy the Algarve, we loved the pool area and the beautiful beaches.
Stayed 13 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Geoff F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for small family

For the three of us it was perfect. Lovely apartment with everything we needed in a great location.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gabriele S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Apartment

It is a very beautiful apartment with a stunning view, very clean and a great beach nearby. We enjoyed our vacation there a lot.
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Allison E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay!

The apartment was, if anything, nicer than advertised. We felt very comfortable and well taken care of our whole trip. 10/10 would love to go back and stay again.
Stayed 28 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ralf J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very nice appartement in perfect area

Appartement as described, perfect for a stay. Everything as estimated. First option if we will return to Albufeira.
Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tammy P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful stay & very comfortable. All you need to feel like home. Even a complimentary bottle of wine. Nice touch! Thank you Marcus & Carolina
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Kirstie G.

Fantastic!!

This property is exquisite.. superbly furnished and finished. Home from home. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautifully appointed getaway home!

Our family has stayed in quite a few vacations homes, this one is extremely clean and well thought out in the construction, furnishings and little things to make you comfortable. The owners gave us some great local restaurant recommendations and we thoroughly enjoyed our time in Albufeira. The directions were clear and easy to follow, the complex was quiet and in a great location. We would love to come back for another stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Eddie D.

Very good apartment in a great area.

Lovely apartment in a nice quiet area and close to several secluded beaches. Apartment has all you need and would expect for your holiday. Owners are easy to contact and very helpful. I would have given 5 stars if the balcony had been a bit bigger, with 3 of us it was a little cramped when sitting outside. I would definitely book this apartment again.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rimas R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful :)

Very nice and cozy apartment. There was everything I needed. The balcony and the bedroom have a beautiful view of the ocean. The beach is within walking distance. I RECOMMEND !!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A wonderful holiday

The perfect location and the perfect apartment for what we want, quiet, near a beach and nearby restaurants. This was our third stay at the apartment and we will be back. Catarina and Marco could not have been more helpful. Thank you
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2022
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Lisa H.

Beautifully decorated and comfortable home, a true home away!!

After a long day we arrived to the apartment, everything was perfect!! I was so pleased at all the detail the owners took to ensure their guests were comfortable. The home came equipped with everything you could need and more; from a wonderful nespresso machine to an outside grill we seriously couldn't ask for more.. The beach is within walking distance and a wonderful restaurant, A Sardinha that was also phenomenal!! The pictures were spot on and I really see myself visiting again!!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Aoife C.

Wonderful Stay in Beautiful Apartment

We were most impressed by the apartment and the facilities available to us. Dealt with lovely people in the rental management company who provided details of local area and complex. The place itself was spotless and very comfortable. The complex was quiet and was in a safe area. 5 minutes walk to amazing beach. Would recommend to anyone especially if traveling with children. Will definitely be back sooner rather than later!!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Marta P.

A Magical Place

We chose this apartment for many reasons, upscale location, ocean view, close proximity to a beautiful beach and the apartment itself with its true Portuguese style interior. This apartment exceeded our expectations and was clean and comfortable for three adults and two children. The location is quiet and relaxing and just a short walk to one of the most beautiful beaches I have ever seen, Praia de São Rafael. If you wish to visit the Old Town of Albufeira you will need transportation but we were fortunate enough to have a rental car. The apartment is fully equipped with laundry and everything you need to cook in the kitchen... except the food of course. We very much enjoyed our stay here and would absolutely recommend it as well as stay here again. My only wish was that we could have spent more time there!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandra G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A terrific experience

We decided to rent this condo for a month. It’s situated between two lovely beaches that can be accessed by foot or a short drive. The area is very quiet and the grounds are lush with floral vegetation. The pool is large and there are plenty of lounges around the pool. Our condo was exactly as shown in the photos. Even beach towels and umbrellas were available. The appliances were top notch and the view from the balcony of the ocean was spectular. The bed and pillows were super comfy. All the amenities were there to make our stay as comfortable as possible. Marco was both super patient and helpful when we couldn’t figure out how to use the washing machine and the safety box. One suggestion tho is to bring your own DVD’s and CD’s as the TV stations were mostly in Portuguese. We would highly recommend this condo and will consider returning here in future.
Stayed 29 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

mandy l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Exploratory trip

The property and the complex it is in are both very well described and maintained. We didn’t have a car and walked to the marina (20 mins, steep hill on return) and into the old part of albufera (50 mins) each day. So a car isn’t needed as long as you are happy to walk a far bit. No public transit but plenty of Ubers. (5 euros into town). Beautiful beaches walking distance and restaurants on coastline. Local shop 15 min walk but bigger one in town. Owner very helpful allowed us to leave our luggage on the last day inside appt as taxi to collect us not til 5.30. Used her suggestion of yellow fish taxi Co and extremely impressed with them. Finding the appartment is difficult in the dark as not that well signposted on the complex, taxi driver wouldn’t leave us until we had found it. Expect to find only coffee and tea.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an awesome time and Catarina was very helpful. We would stay there again
Stayed 21 nights in Sep 2025