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Villa Mar, Areias d Sao Joao, 5* S/Pool, Peaceful, Spacious Gardens Secure Condo

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"Al Fresco" Dining in Garden near BBQ area
Outdoors for Great BBQs and Sundowners
Private Garden, Pateo, BBQ for relaxing sundowners
Enjoy the Outdoors Private Garden,smell the Roses.Upperfloor Terrace of Main Bed

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 7188 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed and 1 Crib

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Living room 1

1 Single Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Bidet · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Villa Mar, Areias d Sao Joao, 5* S/Pool, Peaceful, Spacious Gardens Secure Condo

"Vila Mar" is part of an "Exclusive", "Private", "Peaceful", "Well Maintained", "Secure", condominium,with a small Nº of Villas. Extensive Manicured Beautifully kept Gardens, with lots of trees & birds,rolling lawns surrounding the big Swimming Pool, with a separate shallower area for Children.Despite being walking distance to various Top Beaches, Excellent Restaurants,Viby Nightlife,Bares,Supermarkets,the "Old Town" of Albufeira,the famous "Strip",local "Giro" bus, Touristic Train, etc,the Condo. is very tranquil and peaceful.The Villa is South-facing, double storey building, with its private car-port. From the upstairs terrace of the Main bedroom, one can see snippets of the sea. Villa Mar has been decorated with a special charm and uniqueness. Downstairs is a private enclosed garden, with a green wrought iron table with 6 chairs, and strong big umbrella, including your private built in BBQ w/chimney. There are loungers for sun tanning/relaxing/reading etc.The little gate at the end of the garden takes you directly to the swimming pool. The complex has a locked entrance, a motorized gate, so it is quite secure and very private. There is a large pool and shallower children´s pool and attractive extremely well maintained very spacious gardens all around, with a Tennis court.The Children have lots of space to ride bikes and run free on the lush lawns, within the safety of a closed condominium.THERE IS AIR CONDITIONING IN ALL THE 3 BEDROOMS INCLUDING LOUNGE/DINING ROOM. It takes 15 minutes leisurely walk along the Forte de São João Beach into the old town of Albufeira with its shops, bars and restaurants and fantastic night life. The famous Strip/Street of the Bars is 3 min walk. You do not need a car as the bus-Giro service is very good. There are plenty sightseeing tours available, car hire is available at the airport. There are wonderful beaches and villages along the Algarvian coast. A short trip inland takes you to the old Algarve where life has not changed much for years. It is a 4 min drive to Balaia Village Golf Course, 8 min to Salgados Golf Course and 20 min to all the Golf courses in Vilamoura.

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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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
I do not accept Groups under 21 years of age.

Important information

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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
This property accepts credit cards
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
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 and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number 69377/AL

About the area

Albufeira

Located in Albufeira, this villa is near theme parks and near the beach. Balaia Golf Village and Albufeira Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Oura Beach and Praia dos Alemães. Travelling with kids? Consider Casa Museu do Acordeao and Vilamoura Tennis Center. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and cycling nearby.
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What's nearby

  • The Strip - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Oura Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Praia dos Alemães - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Albufeira Bullring - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Aveiros Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Albufeira - Ferreiras Station - 12 min drive
  • Faro (FAO-Faro Intl.) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wild & Co. - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Doner Kebab Shop - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Grill En Oven - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Italian Republic - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Calipto - ‬1 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Villa Mar, Areias d Sao Joao, 5* S/Pool, Peaceful, Spacious Gardens Secure Condo have a pool?

Yes, this property has a children's pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Villa Mar, Areias d Sao Joao, 5* S/Pool, Peaceful, Spacious Gardens Secure Condo?

As of 7 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Villa Mar, Areias d Sao Joao, 5* S/Pool, Peaceful, Spacious Gardens Secure Condo on 28 May 2026 start from AU$426, 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 Villa Mar, Areias d Sao Joao, 5* S/Pool, Peaceful, Spacious Gardens Secure Condo pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Villa Mar, Areias d Sao Joao, 5* S/Pool, Peaceful, Spacious Gardens Secure Condo?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Villa Mar, Areias d Sao Joao, 5* S/Pool, Peaceful, Spacious Gardens Secure Condo?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Villa Mar, Areias d Sao Joao, 5* S/Pool, Peaceful, Spacious Gardens Secure Condo?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Villa Mar, Areias d Sao Joao, 5* S/Pool, Peaceful, Spacious Gardens Secure Condo located?

This family-friendly Albufeira villa is located by the sea, within a 10-minute walk of The Strip and Oura Beach. Albufeira Old Town Square is 1.7 mi (2.8 km) away.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

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Reviews

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8/10 Good

Margaret H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Large condo, nice pool area, quiet location
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

mark b.

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

Wonderful.

A beautiful property. Wonderful outside dining area. Our host gave delicious restaurant options. Highly recommend
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jean t.

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

Gem of a find

What a lovely host. Villa was perfect and lots of little extras provided made our holiday more enjoyable. Not far from old town or the strip yet quiet and peaceful. Very comfortable beds
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lorna L.

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

Super Relaxing Holiday

We had a lovely break. Branca our hostess was so nice, we received a great welcome, very informative and helpful. Villa was beautiful and so quiet, we spent our week on the huge terrace at the back.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alison H.

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

Alison

Fabulous villa highly recommended
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Anno v.

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

Beautiful villa in perfect neighbourhood!

Very, very friendly host and we absolutely enjoyed our stay in the very comfortable house with garden and swimming pool at 30 metro's from the house. In one word: fantastic!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aimee R.

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

Perfect home for a stay in Albufeira

We had a wonderful stay at Villa Mar. The villa was perfect for our family needs. The rooms were lovely and worked perfectly for us. The pool was also great. Our toddler loved the shallow end of the pool and had endless fun. It was the perfect location for walks into the old town and to the local beaches. Thank you so much for letting us stay in your home.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn M.

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

Lovely house with pool

Really nice house with plenty of space. Really liked the garden for breakfasts and evening wine, and the pool was great. Lovely garden and quiet pool. The location was good, close to the strip and short walk to beautiful beaches. Great holiday!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Debbie W.

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

Wonderful

Our stay was really great, owner was so good to us. The area was very central to everything and not far from other areas. People were always informative and we were greeted with smiles. Overall experience makes us all want to come back.
Stayed 30 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn R.

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

Perfect place to relax and unwind with family

We are just home from a week at Villa Mar. Branca went above and beyond to ensure that we had the best time at her beautiful villa. It was spotless and spacious. Our kids absolutely loved the pool which we often had to ourselves. It was also great to have a tennis court and gardens. Would highly recommend!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

debra s.

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

Beautiful stay!

We are so thankful that we found this gem of a villa! It had everything we needed and Branca was the perfect host, arrived to welcome us with a lovely bottle of wine (and gave us a couple more during the week, which was greatly appreciated!) Very comfortable and the little courtyard was perfect for leisurely lunches, bbqs and a drink before heating out. Old Town was a 15 min walk and the strip (new town) around 10 mins. Perfect place, very comfortable and lovely host! What more could you want!
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2024
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8/10 Good

NINA E.

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

Large spacious villa in beautiful complex

Lots of space in the villa with a beautiful pool in the grounds. Often we were the only ones using it. Lots of choic for beaches only a short walk away and The strip close by. Old Town around a 15-20 min walk to the main part. Lots of taxis though to get around if you don’t and not expensive or tuk tuks. Plenty of shops and restaurants nearby also.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Emma B.

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

Absolutely magical home from home - tranquil and relaxing

Contact with the owner was wonderful from the moment of booking, and once we arrived we had an amazing time. It truly felt like home from home and everything to make it feel like home had been made available - snorkel, Lilo, bats and balls for the beach, beach towels, bed linen and towels plenty, a bottle of chilled white wine in the fridge even! Branca booked us transfers with a child’s booster seat included and was unbelievably helpful with recommendations too. I could not fault this booking.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Phillippa H.

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

5 star

Fabulous property with beautiful garden & pool which my kids loved. The host couldn’t be more helpful, she really made the whole stay seemless and kept in touch throughout the week and even popped by to see us with some tasty Portuguese buns! She also arranged our airport transfers with a local taxi company as we didn’t bother with a hire car. We either walked everywhere or used Uber to go to the water park. Villa has everything you need like washing machine & beach towels. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
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6/10 Okay

Colette H.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location
Disliked: Check-in
In an ideal location (lovely pool area, close to several nice restaurants and supermarkets). However, there were several issues with the property, which is dated and not well maintained including:•Insufficient instructions for locating the complex in the dark in an unknown area (opposite O Lavrador restaurant)•Front door very temperamental resulting in us being locked out of the property on more than one occasion. We eventually gained entry and I called Branca, she returned my phone call later and sent her handyman, who arrived several hours later. He showed us how and where to push the door against the frame from inside or to pull it from outside to lock / unlock it. This should not be necessary and we were very concerned about being locked out every time we went out.•No guest information pack to inform us of how to locate local amenities such as garbage disposal (out of the complex and over the road). A welcome pack would also have been appreciated as we arrived very late•No instructions how to open / close the patio doors at the rear of the property, which had a very unusual locking/ opening system and a loose handle.•One of upstairs bathrooms had no knob on the shower door. •Insufficient bath towels for the number of guests and size of property. •Some of the garden/pool chairs were rusty and unsafe, collapsing on one of my friends.•The garden required a tidy up all over, especially the overgrown bushes next to the gate to the pool area. We won't return.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Josephine L.

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

Great Location

Very nice, quiet area located just a 10 minute walk from the beach and a 20 minute walk to Old Town. We did not rent a vehicle as we were able to walk everywhere including grocery stores and shopping. The pool was excellent although not heated and we swam almost every day. We were usually the only people at the pool so felt it was our private pool. The house was comfortable, clean and well appointed for six people (3 couples), however we found it a little cluttered and would have liked some cupboard space to put our groceries. There were a few things not working such as the air conditioner in the master bedroom and although our host Branca tried her best, it was not fixed while we were there. The back yard needed some care, although Branca said her gardener was away with an injury so again, not resolved while we were there. Also some of the outdoor furniture needs to be replaced. Branca was very receptive to our calls and also very friendly and helpful. We enjoyed our stay and loved Portugal!
Stayed 21 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Claire D.

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

Best host ever

The property is exactly as described. Branca is the kindest host we have met, she goes out of her way to help in any way. She even left small gifts for the children which they loved! Thank you Branca. If you are lucky enough to stay at this villa it has absolutely everything a family needs. Location is good for bars/restaurants/beach. I recommend taking a cheap taxi to the old town rather than the strip if you are a family, it’s a nicer atmosphere and has lots of lovely restaurants. We visited the famous caves which are stunning and had a day out at the water park which was super fun. The rest of the time we spent at the pool which was a good size and never over crowded. There is a small shop across the road for basics but if you turn right when you come out of the exit and walk 5 minutes up the road there is a small supermarket which has everything including fresh baked baguettes. You will not regret booking this property if you are visiting Portugal. Branca being the kindest host made it for us! For sure we will return. Lots of love, Claire & family.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Caroline D.

Perfect Villla

We had the most wonderful stay at this villa. We arrived to a wonderful warm welcome from Branca who showed us around the beautiful property after a warm welcome. The villa has everything you might need for your stay. It is spotlessly clean, fabulously furnished and has the most beautiful garden. Weather wasn't great, very unusual for end of May, early June, but as the villa was so comfortable with movie channels on tv and all the comforts of home, it didn't really matter. Nice stroll down to the OldTown in the morning took about 20 minutes and lazy taxi home cost less than 5eu. Couple of very nice local restaurants literally across the road and just around the corner a fabulous one, Stews & More. Taxi rank just up the road does trips to Aldi and Lidl for 5euros and a Spar just around the corner from there is great for the everyday bits and bobs. I can't wait to come back to the lovely Villa Mar. Branca is lovely and was quick to answer answer any queries promptly. We didn't use the pool as it was a bit chilly but it is a great size and I hope to make good use of it on our next visit!!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2018
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10/10 Excellent

Fraser C.

Great villa with a wonderful welcome!

May 2018 - F Christie - We were a family of 4 adults and 2 children and found this lovely villa in the heart of Albufeira (in between the Old Town and close to "The Strip" where's there lots of nightlife). The Villa was set back from the main road and we heard nothing of the nearby nightlife, but would have been able to walk to the nightlife easily, if we hadn't been so tired from chasing after 2 young children all day! Transfers were organised by Branca, the Owner, and she met us a couple of days later (when the in-laws arrived) to greet all of us in person which was very kind. Branca was kind enough to advise on a couple of local restaurants and the transfer fella told us of the Chinese buffet ("Joyful Paradise" - 20 min walk), which was a lot better than any I've been to in the UK. My favourite (frequented by the locals) was "Restaurante Verde Minho" which is a self service (very informal) restaurant which had great local portuguese food - we went a couple of times -and is very reasonable. Closer is the restaruant "Festa da Praia" which has a a little play area for kids, and it kept our 4 yr old very entertained. Food was pretty good, but be prepared to wait a little when it's busy. The pool was a little cold, but we were there in mid May so it wasn't really up to temperature - had it been hotter, it would have been an ideal pool for dipping in to cool off - none the less, it was good that it had a larger children's section which was nice for the children to have a splash around in most days. Beaches were easy to access and it was a 15 min walk (would have been 10 if the kids hadn't slowed us down a little) to "Praia dos Alemães / Alemães Beach" - which was great for relaxing but not ideal for swimming, so in the other direction (again about 10-15 min walk) the other way is "Averios Beach" which is a little more sheltered and more suited for a swim. This villa is ideal for a larger family looking for something quiet but close to lots of amenities! Great place!! Felt like a home from home! Thanks for having us Branca!! We will definitely be back!!
Stayed 11 nights in May 2018
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10/10 Excellent

Thomas P.

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

Séjour 1 semaine Albufeira

Maison au top très propre, spacieuse idéalement placé : bars, supérette en face de la résidence, à 5 min à pied de la plage, du strip ... Le jardin de la maison donne directement sur la piscine de la résidence. Branca nous a donné plein de renseignements (sur les activités, les restaurants...) pendant notre séjour et à répondu à nos questions bref à réserver sans hésiter
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Sue J.

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

Home from home

If you are finding it hard to make your choice don’t hesitate in booking Branca’s condo. The place contains everything you could want, is quiet (we had the pool to ourselves every day of our stay), is located well for the Strip (but yes it’s quiet on the complex) and convenient for transport to the Old town. Branca is truly a very caring, welcoming and friendly host. She has a wealth of information of the local area and gave us some great recommendations of places to eat. Thank you Branca!
Stayed 11 nights in Sep 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Gina C.

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

Unique property

What a truly unique place to stay, Branca is certainly a woman of style and character. Property close to everything, car not necessary, shops, beach and “the Strip”, just a short walk. Really peaceful and tranquil when we were there. Thanks
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mari E.

Perfect house in a peaceful setting

Thank you so much for giving us the most perfect 12 days in your home. It had everything we wanted, and it was in such beautiful surroundings. The pool was lovely, a nice temperature and fairly quiet. We were a party of 5, with a 5, 3 and 1 year old and this property was great for us, but I can see why it wold be perfect for people without children too. We would love to come back.
Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2018
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10/10 Excellent

A warming feel with everything you need!

I took my mum, sister and brother away on holiday - it was the first holiday we've all had together in almost 20yrs. So after deciding on the Algarve I found a number of villa's to choose from and then stumbled upon Villa Marisol! Wow!! The pictures of this Villa do not do it justice, it is such a lovely place and the 4 of us couldn't of wished for a better find. It's in a great location (in the middle of old town/ new town) 10 minutes walk to 3 beautiful beaches and a very short walk to a fabulous Portuguese restaurant (stews & more which was amazing!!) We made good use of the BBQ and pretty much had the pool to ourselves for the entire week of our stay. Branca (owner) was amazing - so lovely. She met us at the villa and took us to the supermarket so we could stock up on supplies when we arrived, then dropped off some freezer blocks for the cool box the next day for us. She works very hard to ensure you have a brilliant stay. You won't need to bring much with you to this villa as it's well stocked with utensils for cooking, tons and tons of amazing books to read whilst soaking up the sun. TV and DVD player but the villa itself is the main attraction - it is just beautiful!! When we come back to the Algarve - I'll be coming back here every time! Book this villa - you will not be disappointed!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Shirley H.

Family holiday

Had a great stay in this 3 bedroomed villa with a 3 year old and a 16 week old baby. Villa is well stocked with a cot and toys too. Very clean and in a great location. The welcome pack was a great surprise as we arrived quite late. We will return!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2017

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