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2 Bedroom Spacious Apartment, Stunning Beach Location, Ocean View, Pool & Garden

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Main swimming pool
Balcony in the morning
Property grounds
View from balcony
Property grounds

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 490 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Albufeira, Faro
  • Place, Sao Rafael Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Arrifes Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Albufeira Marina
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Faro (FAO-Faro Intl.)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

2 Bedroom Spacious Apartment, Stunning Beach Location, Ocean View, Pool & Garden

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

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 20
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children should be suitably supervised at all time
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Guessed are expected to leave the property in a tidy state with all rubbish removed and used kitchenware washed. Additional charges may be incurred.

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
Property Registration Number 160358/AL

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Albufeira

Located in Albufeira, this apartment is near a water park and near the beach. The Strip and Algarve Shopping Mall are worth checking out if shopping 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 cave exploring and mountain climbing nearby.
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Albufeira, Faro

What's nearby

  • Sao Rafael Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Arrifes Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Coelha Beach - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Albufeira Marina - 5 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Evaristo Beach - 7 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • Tunes Station - 15 min drive
  • Portimao (PRM) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fat Cats - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Gate 4 café - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪el barrio - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪História do Pão - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Spar - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does 2 Bedroom Spacious Apartment, Stunning Beach Location, Ocean View, Pool & Garden have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at 2 Bedroom Spacious Apartment, Stunning Beach Location, Ocean View, Pool & Garden?

As of 28 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 2 Bedroom Spacious Apartment, Stunning Beach Location, Ocean View, Pool & Garden on 29 May 2026 start from NZ$231, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

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.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 50 out of 63 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 63 reviews
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9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexander G.

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

Excellent property and location

Really nice apartment, superb location will definately stay again when next in Portugal
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan R.

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

Heavenly Algarve Vacation

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.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hilary L.

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

Shame about the weather!!

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.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diane

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
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joao L.

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

Great location

Great location, excellent view, nice and quiet place. The apartment is spacious
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

elias k.

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

Albufera

Great location, well so close to fantastic beaches..
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Szilvia S.

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

Lovely apartment

We loved the apartment. Very well equipped, even sand toys and parasol are available. Bed linen and towels are changed once a week. Great service!
Stayed 14 nights in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Karen T.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sao Rafael stay

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.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

David C.

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

2nd great stay!

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.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

mel k.

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

Very nice place to enjoy vacation

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.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shakeel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great location , fabulous apartment has everything you need . Highly recommended
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

timothy d.

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

Xmas & new year in Albufeira

Loved the apartment, but did need a car not a lot open out of season. On the whole we had a lovely time
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dave W.

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

Lovely apartment, great location

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.
Stayed 17 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sue F.

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

Amazing Apartment

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.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Brynne M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Balcony

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.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David C.

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

Lovely Holiday!!

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.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tim P.

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

Short break

A really well equipped apartment in a nice complex with a lovely pool and snackbar. Not far from the beach and about 20 minute walk to the marina.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa W.

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

Perfect Holiday

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.
Stayed 12 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sue F.

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

September 2023

Just as previous experience a brilliantly appointed apartment with great hosts
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gary

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!
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elaine S.

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

Sao Rafael Apartments, Albufeira

The apartment provided by Carey and Peter was fantastic. The check-in/out process was seamless and really accommodating. Excellent location, beautifully presented apartment in a well kept development within a 5 minute walk to the beautiful Sao Rafael beach and close to all of the desired areas of Albufeira. We wouldn`t hesitate to recommend to anyone, and would happily book this accommodation again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ewa H.

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

home from home

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
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter C.

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

Quiet location

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.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tanja P.

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

Perfect summer-family-vacation

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!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024

About the host

Hosted by Carey & Peter King

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We are Carey and Peter who live in Surrey and we have two 'nearly grown up' children. Before we purchased this apartment in 2016 we were looking for an investment holiday apartment. That soon changed...

Why they chose this property

When we first viewed this apartment we were 'wowed' by the view from the balcony and how peaceful and tranquil it felt.
The 'investment' quickly changed to a bolthole that we have visited many times since.
After some improvements, this is the first season we have advertised it for others to experience and hope you enjoy your stays here as much as we do.

What makes this property unique

The location of the apartment is a perfect base for holiday makers. By day the stunning beaches are on your doorstep, as are excellent restaurants for the evenings, but also the Marina and Albufeira are within easy reach.

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