There is a fully fitted and well equipped kitchen, with washing machine, as well as a luxuriously appointed lounge leading onto the balcony which overlooks the pool. The condominium consists of 5 apartments, and is situated in an established area only a 2 minute walk from a park with childrens area, bistro, bar, restaurants, (good low cost food helpful friendly staff, and lively at the weekend), s
ouvenir shop, who also can arrange ecursions and currency exchange. The beach is a 30 minute walk away, as is the Marina, along a beautiful palm fringed walkway set with exercise equipment every few metres for those inclined to try and work off a few pounds from the wonderful local food. The apartment has many personal touches as it it used on a regular basis by the owners, including resident guard seagulls, Tom, Dick and Harry, plus Bert the latest arrival
General: The apartment is fitted with air-conditioning (available for a small extra charge) and is suitable for up to 6 adults. The shared gardens are laid to lawn around the building and pool, there are 2 loungers supplied in the apartment, as well as foam beach mats. The balcony has a shaded drying area, as well as a seating area with 4 chairs, table and umbrella. The pool is approximately 30' long, and is maintained by the condominium owner. The beach is a 30 minute walk, through a nature reserve, to Falesia beach, which is a quiet stretch of golden sand, with a cafe and restaurant, there are a considerable number of covered parking spaces. The town of Vilamoura offers a range of activities from golf to deep sea fishing, as well as some exclusive shopping, and huge range of restaurants. The local nature reserve has a fantastic range of birdlife including several rare varieties. Golf: The apartment is surrounded by 3 golf courses;- Laguna, Old Course, and Pinhal, all within walking distance or with a 10 minute drive another 3;- Millennium, Vila Sol, and the Golf Academy which includes a driving range. In the adjoining complex there is a golf booking agency run by a UK ex-pat, who can give invaluable advice about the facilities available, and offers good rates for golfers via the agency. Local Information: The local airport is Faro, which is well served by budget and scheduled airlines from all over the UK. The airport is a 20 minute drive away, although there are the options of taxi, bus, or car hire at the airport. Car hire is not considered essential as the local services are so close, however one will be required to go on excursions, or alternatively by coach from the local tour company based in the adjacent complex. Cabo Vincente, the most westerly point of Portugal is 90 kilometres away by road. 300 kilometers by toll motorway to Lisbon. Spain is only 75 Kilometres away. The nearest towns are Quateria, and Albufeira, which both offer beaches, bars, and nightime entertainment if required. The Algarve is many things to different people from a bucket and spade beach holiday, to a fishing and watersports holiday based at Vilamoura Marina, with golf, walking, cycling, or visiting historical sites. There really is something to suit all tastes.
