Long term lets (over 1 month) Short-breaks (4 days or fewer) Corporate bookings
Changeover day:
Flexible
Access:
Car advised Nearest amenities: 0.3 km
Notes:
May take pets - please enquire Suitable for children No smoking at this property Self-catering
Home description
This lovely 2 bed apartment is offered in excellent decorative order and is fully equipped for your stay. It has two bedrooms, 1 double and 1 twin and has a large bathroom with walk in shower. The lounge/diner is comfortably furnished with leather sofas and the patio doors lead to a lovely large outside terrace with dining furniture and sunloungers.
Through the gate at the end of the terrace you will have access to the path that leads to the beautful pool area which has pool bar. The tennis courts are also located in this area. The apartment is situated on the Vila Alba resort which is at the North end of the Strip in Montechoro and is very close to the Montechoro Hotel. There is no need to hire a car as the apartment is very close to all the activities but if you wish to travel the Algarve and see some of the wonderful beaches and towns then a car would be advisable. The strip is packed full of great restaurants and bars and varying international cuisine.
Golf courses are all close by and Kraxy World, Zoomarine and the water parks are all easily accessible.
To see more photos please visit http://www.holidaylettings.co.uk/96268
The Algarve / Central Algarve region
The Algarve occupies the extreme south-west of continental Europe. It is approximately 95 miles long and 30 miles wide, and is about one seventeenth of the total area of Portugal, covering 2,000 square miles.
Low ranges of mountains separate the Algarve from the rest of Portugal to the north, whilst the Guadiana River forms the natural frontier with Spain to the east. This is the Algarve's largest river, flowing for more than 500 miles from the Serra do Caldeirão and Serra do Malhão ranges down to the Atlantic Ocean at Vila Real.
The climate is very pleasant all the year round, with more than 3,000 hours of sunshine a year. July and August can be very hot, with little or no rainfall, a warm ocean and great sunbathing plus plenty of activity all around. March to June is warm, with hardly any rainfall, and the countryside is at its best and most beautiful, a great time for walkers and sightseers. November to February is often a sunny and mild time, very quiet and peaceful, but there can be erratic rainfall, and it can be cold at night. September and October are quite warm, but can have a little rainfall
The N 125 road, which runs from Vila Real in the east to Vila do Bispo in the west, somewhat unequally divides the Algarve, into two parts. South of the road is where most of the 300,000 population lives, close to the beautiful Algarvian coastline. The north side of the road leads into the hills and mountains that separate the Algarve from the next province of Portugal, the Alentejo, and also provide the Algarve with a natural barrier against the elements of the north.
The Algarve boasts some of the most beautiful beaches in Europe, and can be characterised by its two distinct areas. The eastern side, known as the Sotavento (the leeward), is situated between Albufeira and Vila Real de Santo Antonio, the beaches along this coast being mainly long sandy stretches. The western coastline, known as the Barlavento (windward), and situated between Albufeira and Cape St. Vincent, has more variety, with a multitude of cove beaches, some of which are only accessible by boat. In the far west at Sagres and Cape St. Vincent, the coastline is much more formidable, with cliffs rising to over 200 feet. There are a multitude of beaches along the Algarve coastline, and, incredibly, some you'll find almost deserted, even in summer time!
Albufeira / Montechoro area
Albufeira is the most popular resort in the Algarve, with its many thousands of visitors each year. However, it still manages to retain much of its original charm.
Albufeira was once a small fishing village which has now expanded to accommodate the increasing number of tourists that visit every year. The centre still holds its old charm with narrow streets and whitewashed cottages. The golden, safe beach has coves and rock pools ideal for inquisitive children. Fishermen still moor their brightly coloured fishing boats on the beach to sell the mornings catch and mend their nets. Albufeira is friendly and bustling day and night with an array of traditional Portuguese and European restaurants and bars. Shops that sell traditional Portuguese brightly decorated pottery and tiles, locally made leather goods and beautiful lace items. On the western outskirts of Albufeira a new marina has been constructed and is now in use.
Nearby is the lively resort of Praia d’Oura. The one way street in this area locally called “The Strip” leads you to the popular Oura beach which is at the foot of a fairly steep hill, known as “Cardiac Hill.”
Albufeira today is a hive of activity. During the day fishermen are preparing their nets on the beach or selling their previous night's catch. At night, plenty of razzmatazz in its many restaurants, bars, cafes and discos can be enjoyed by all ages!
Local attractions include, Zoomarine, Krazy World, Aquatic Parks, Sand Festival, Numerous Golf Courses, Jeep Safari's, Sailing Trips, Beach sports and games and much much more.
How to get there
Fly to Faro and full directions will be given from there - transfer time is about 40 minutes.
Taxis are readily available outside the airport terminal or airport transfers can be arranged for you with a local company. We have competitive, reliable Car Hire for clients, so please contact us for more details and rates.
Flights are available from most UK airport to Faro and airlines flying to Faro include, Easyjet, Monarch, British Airways, BMI, Thomson, Jet 2, TAP and Ryanair.
Nearest Travel Links
Airport:
Faro: 40 km
Railway:
Albufeira: 5 km
Activities near Albufeira
Sports: Tennis in town Watersports Waterpark Horse Riding Golf within 30 mins drive Fishing
Great for: Walking holidays Rural / countryside retreats Beach or lakeside relaxation A winter sun break Good nightlife City breaks Cycling holidays
Print this page
Email to friend
Be aware of time-zones
