Paradise Found: Stunning 3 Bedroom Apartment

Summary:

This stunning, contemporary, 3 bedroom apartment is located close to the Guadiana river and the centre of Vila Real de Santo António. Set in an prime location for experiencing the local way of life and nature.



This holiday home features all the comodoties needed for a relaxed holiday experience and benefits from a large terrace with pool which is available Easter through to the end of October. Close to long stretches of sandy beaches , the marina within walking distance where ferry boats cross the river frequently to Spain, cycling paths or hiking for nature lovers, evening walks along the beautiful promenade to the charming city centre where one enjoy the local history, cuisine, shops and bars, souvenir shopping, golf courses nearby, a sports facility near the apartment, a safari outing along the nature reserve, plenty of adventures and so much to discover. This property for you!



The apartment is beautifully decorated with modern furnishings. Features include air conditioning, wifi and a lovely, sunny balcony overlooking the pool from the living room and main bedroom. There is also a balcony from the kitchen and second bedroom. The condominium is gated, there is on-street parking and is within easy walking distance to local amenities and the city centre.



The Space:

This apartment has plenty of natural light with 3 spacious bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and a fully equipped kitchen The living/dining room has a large dining table, seating for 6 and a TV. There is a balcony to the fronnt of the living room and main bedroom overlooking the pool. There is also a balcony to the back off the kitchen and one of the twin bedrooms with a quiet street view.



Sunbeds and umbrellas are available on the pool terrace.



The spacious kitchen is fitted with a table and chairs, hob/oven, dishwasher, washing machine, fridge/freezer, microwave and all the essentials needed to cater for the entire family; one of the bathrooms has a bathtub and the other a shower; there is a double bedroom and 2 twins.



Guest Access:

Guests are met at the apartment on arrival.



Guests are required to contact the host 1 hour before the pre-arranged check-in time or when leaving the airport.



The Area:

The location is within walking distance to supermarkets (approx.400 mts to 'Continente' & 'Bom Dia'), pharmacies (approx. 600mts - Farmácia Carrilho), and several traditional or contemporary restaurants.



The main square is a 5 minute walk along the beautiful promenade and marina. The nearest beach is Praia de Santo António - this is an 8 minute bike ride from this holiday apartment and most of it (5 minutes) is through a beautiful pine forest. Monte Gordo is a 5 minute drive away or 15 minute bike ride along a secure bike path. Alternatively, if you fancy a day at the fasionable Praia Verde location, a 15 minute drive will take you there.



A tourist train will take you to the Praia de Santo António beach during the summer months and there is a lovely restaurant and beach club with DJ called Caramelo Beach Club there, open from June to September. Of course, driving to this beach is possible too, however it's a bit of a dirt track, but by car it's about 4 minutes. There are concession beach beds available, but it never feels crowded even in the summer months! From this beach you can walk for miles to Praia Verde which takes about an hour along the beach. Praia do Cabeço has a real beach club vibe as well. Monte Gordo is a 30 minute walk along the beach. So much to do and see for adventure seekers and nature lovers.



Other than the beach, you can take a 10 minute drive to the historical village of Castro Marim or take a trip to Ayamonte on the Spanish border just across the Guadiana river for tapas. Its a quick ferry boat trip across which allows you to experience both the Portuguese and Spanish culture, just in one holiday. You can also enjoy world class golfing on Monte Rei golf resort, a 25 minute drive or take advantage of the excellent cycling opportunities in the region, one of the most popular activities in the area.



There is a nature reserve called the Reserva Natural do Sapal de Castro Marim e Vila Real de Santo António. There is a new cycle track beside the nature reserve on the road to Castro Marim and you can often see Storks and Flamingos there. The cycle to Castro Marim is approximately 20 minutes. There are fabulous safari tours through the nature reserve on open top jeeps. There are also natural salt pans in this area and outdoor, mineral-rich water spa where visitors can bathe in salt and clay, excellent for the skin!

This is a whole other Algarve, an unspoilt one far away from the hustle and bustle of tourist centreswhere the only sound you hear is the birds. Plenty of nature, local culture, excellent beaches and good food.



30 minutes from Faro Airport and 1.5 hours from Seville Airport.



Getting Around:

Walking, biking, tourist train to the beach, ferry boat across the river to Spain or up the river to other historical places well worth a visit.

This area is fantastic for cycling. Get a taxi to Monte Gordo– the bike rental shop Tur Fortes is opposite the Vasco da Gama hotel. Bring ID to secure the bikes. Nice ice cream shop on the corner beside the bike rental. Bike rental is about €7 per day. Get one with the baskets as you can put your beach bag in the basket / shopping etc. All bike come with locks