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This is a brand new 1st floor apartment in a new luxury development near Porto Mos beach.
The apartment is only a short walk to Porto Mos beach and a 5 minute drive to the nearest golf course, Boavista, and only a 5 minute drive to the old, historic town of Lagos with its many restaurants and new marina. There is a private parking space in the underground garage at the apartment.
This property is spacious and airy, with loads of day light making it feels really homely. It is furnished to a highest standard in a contemporary but cosy style, with a comfortable and luxury furnishing.
As there is still some construction work going on around the development this year we are able to offer a special price on the apartment which will most certainly go up next season when the building work has been completed, so it's an opportunity not to miss.
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The Algarve / West Algarve region
Welcome to the Algarve.
Gorgeous beaches, warm water and glorious sunshine year-round: the dream holiday destination.
Situated on the extreme South of Portugal, this part of the territory was the last to be conquered from the Moors by the Portuguese king Dom Afonso III, in 1292.
However, the distance that was difficult to cover back in the 13th Century is no longer an obstacle thanks to Faro International Airport or the extension of the IP1 motorway that runs the entire length of the Algarve from the Spanish border to Lagos in the west.
The last stretch of Lisbon-Algarve motorway that will link with the IP1 motorway near Albufeira was opened on schedule in August 2002, making 290 km journey to the capital possible in well under three hours.
The Algarve is a favourite destination for Europeans seeking to exchange the stress and fast pace of modern urban living in their own countries for a more relaxed and healthy lifestyle abroad.
So why not visit this charming region, which offers over 3000 hours of sunshine a year and idyllic temperatures (average temperature in winter of 14ºC and 24ºC in Summer, rarely going below 12ºC during Winter and reaching as high as 28ºC or 30ºC in July and August), which are ideal for playing golf and other sports.
The standard of living is high and costs are relatively low compared to northern Europe.
The Algarve boasts some of the best-unspoiled beaches in Portugal, a perfect setting for water sports, sailing, big game fishing and other maritime activities.
The majority of the finest championship golf courses are concentrated in this region, which attracts a steady influx of golfers all year round.
There is no shortage of sporting and leisure activities for the non-golfer such as tennis, horse-riding, bird watching, walking, swimming fishing, sailing, jet skiing and micro light flying. There are also a growing number of well-equipped gyms and health and beauty salons.
In today’s world safety is perhaps one of the most important considerations: the crime rate is comparatively low in the Algarve, as in most regions of Portugal.
Portuguese is the seventh most widely spoken language but it is not easy to learn. Much to the relief of European visitors, most of the younger Portuguese and those in business or the tourist industry, have an excellent command of English, which is now the second language in schools.
For many, the Algarve is Europe’s answer to paradise.
Lagos / Porto de Mos area
Situated in the extreme Southwest of the Algarve, region of Portugal, Lagos was born under the sign of the sea.
This settlement, whose origins are lost in the far distant past, has been determined by the geographical shape of its bay. In fact, the first inhabitants probably come as far as the Neolithic period. People came from the Mediterranean basin – Phoenicians, Greeks and even Carthaginians.
The ancient city centre would have already emerged in the time of the Carthaginians bearing a definitive name – Lacóbriga.
Various coins, remains of town walls, beautiful floor tiles prove the military, economic and cultural importance that Lacóbriga attained during the peak period of the Roman Empire that dominated the whole Mediterranean Sea.
The fall of the Roman Empire and after the conquest of the south of the Peninsula by the Arabs veiled this town with an obscure mystery; they called the city of Zawala.
In 1332 the Portuguese king D. Afonso IV ordered the restoration of the town walls and placed the Algarve Military Government Headquarters within in it.
It is in Lagos that the famous scion of the Portuguese Royal Family, Infante D. Henrique or Prince Henry the Navigator chose to settle and from it the great adventure of the Portuguese Discoveries began.
In 1434 Gil Eanes sailed from Lagos, to surpass Cabo Bojador and in 1441, the first African slaves were brought in creating the first Slave Market, which building is still standing today in central Lagos.
In 1504 D. Manuel I gave to Lagos a new city charter and later, in 1578, D. Sebastião raised Lagos to the status of a city, and from its harbour left on a fatal expedition against the Moors in North Africa from which he never returned.
In 1755 the city was almost destroyed by an earthquake; however it re-emerged from its ashes and ruins.
Today, the town still retains the atmosphere of its great cosmopolitan heritage, a fact readily visible to the visitor in its wealth of architecture and monuments.
How to get there
Contact the owner for further details on the best way to reach this property.
Nearest Travel Links
Airport:
Faro airport: 85 km
Railway:
Lagos: 3000 km
Activities near Lagos
Sports: Watersports Golf within 30 mins drive
Great for: Walking holidays Beach or lakeside relaxation A winter sun break Cycling holidays
Bedrooms (2), Bathrooms (1), Ensuite (1), Shower rooms (1)
Furniture:
Sofabeds (1), Single beds (2), Double beds (1), Dining seating for 6, Lounge seating for 6, Sleeps maximum of 6
Other:
Linen and towels provided.
Outdoors:
Balcony / Terrace, Shared outdoor pool (unheated), Shared garden
Access:
Parking space
Further details indoors: It has two bedrooms; the master bedroom has a large double bed and a bathroom en suite (including hydrotherapy bath and overbath shower) while the second bedroom has two single beds and has use of the second shower room. The high quality fitted kitchen is bright and practical and has the usual 'mod cons', such as washing machine, microwave, fridge/freezer etc. There is also a balcony off the kitchen giving a view of the distant mountains.
The lounge/dining area looks out onto another balcony overlooking the pool area and the luscious gardens with views of the Atlantic Ocean. The lounge has two comfortable sofas (one of which converts into a double bed), a large colour TV with a digibox, and a DVD/CD player. There is background sound system in the lounge, bedrooms and kitchen. Air conditioning is in the lounge and in both bedrooms.
The large balcony off the lounge catches the sun all day and is ideal for eating al-fresco while still enjoying the beautiful views until the late evening.
Further details outdoors: There is a private parking space in the underground garage at the apartment.
Conditions
30% deposit with the booking confirmation and the balance on arrival.
We do not accept credit/debit cards.
Rental rates
Rental prices originally quoted in: Euros €
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Period A
13 Mar 08
1 Apr 08
450£391
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Period B
1 Apr 08
1 Jun 08
550£478
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Period C
1 Jun 08
1 Jul 08
650£565
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Period D
1 Jul 08
1 Sep 08
750£652
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Period C
1 Sep 08
1 Oct 08
650£565
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Period B
1 Oct 08
31 Oct 08
450£391
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Period A
14 Nov 08
1 Apr 09
450£391
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Period B
1 Apr 09
1 Jun 09
550£478
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Period C
1 Jun 09
1 Jul 09
650£565
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Period D
1 Jul 09
1 Sep 09
825£717
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Period C
1 Sep 09
1 Oct 09
650£565
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Period B
1 Oct 09
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550£478
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NB: Prices may be subject to change at the owner's discretion.
Availability
Please contact the owner to enquire about available dates.
Contact owner
To contact this owner please visit: http://www.holidaylettings.co.uk/53210
Contact details for home 53210
Please mention Holiday Lettings
Name:
Vera Rocha
Tel:
+351 282 780870
Mobile:
+44 (0)871 2180087
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Contact Notes: Email/telephon - 9H - 18H
Advertiser joined: 19 Sep 2006 This property added: 17 Mar 2008
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