Beautiful 2 Bed Apartment with Private Garden, Large Palm Fringed Communal Pool
An apartment on the exclusive Quinta do Lago estate that accommodates 4 very comfortably and 5 with an extra bed (additional mandatory charge, please ask). A well equipped, very spacious 2 bedroom apartment with patio and private garden within the fabulous Encosta do Lago complex. The property is end-of-terrace with a wrap-around garden which is south-east facing so has sun for much of the day. The resort offers excellent leisure facilities including free access to a large, palm-fringed pool with children's splash pool and sun loungers, 2 tennis courts, a gymnasium and on-site spa which features a sauna, Turkish bath, massage rooms and a range of wellness treatments There is a pool bar open in the warmer months serving drinks, snacks and more substantial meals. At the onsite restaurant you can dine under the stars on the terrace overlooking the pool or in air conditioned comfort on Portuguese and Mediterranean style cuisine. Show your pool card for a 10% discount.
Accommodation: Master bedroom with king-size bed and ensuite bathroom with bathtub, separate shower, double sinks and toilet. It benefits from a double-aspect and has sliding doors out on to the patio. Built-in wardrobes with further storage space in a chest of drawers. SMART flat screen TV with cable channels including Sky Sports. The second bedroom has twin beds and ensuite bathroom with walk in shower, sink and toilet. Double aspect room with built-in wardrobes. All bed linen and towels (including pool towels) are provided. A large open plan living area with leather sofas and coffee table and a dining table with six chairs. Wood burning fireplace for the winter months. Large screen SMART TV (access to Netflix, Prime etc with your own account) with cable channels including those from UK, Portugal, Ireland, Germany, France and both Sky and BT Sports. High speed Broadband wi-fi (up to 250Mbs). Sliding doors to the patio which has an outdoor dining table and chairs, sun umbrella, gas BBQ and two sun loungers.
The kitchen has granite worktops and built in hob, oven, fridge, freezer, dishwasher, washer/dryer and microwave (all Bosch appliances). A filter coffee maker, Nespresso machine, toaster, juicer and complete set of crockery, cutlery and utensils. Separate guest loo. The apartment has natural stone floors and is fully air conditioned (cooling and heating)
The following facilities are within walking distance of the apartment: Several restaurants including Tucano’s on-site (Mediterranean), Sena (Mediterranean), Limoni (Italian), Casa do Lago (Seafood and Mediterranean) overlooking the beautiful lake, Bovino (Upmarket Steakhouse), Casa Velha (Portuguese), The Bold Octopus (International and seafood) and Dos Passos (Seafood) at Ancao beach, and Gigi, (Seafood) at Quinta do Lago beach. There are many other restaurants (100+) covering a wide variety of cuisines a short drive away ranging from beach bars to Michelin starred. The Shack a bar built out over the lake with live music and events throughout the Summer, also does meals/bar snacks. Danos sports bar and restaurant at The Campus serving drinks and gastro pub type food in upmarket surroundings. Live music on Friday nights. Koko Beach for drinks and snacks on Quinta do Lago beach. The lake beach and children's play area on the water. Non motorised watersports on the lake, motorised watersports at the beach in peak season. The lake beach is less than 10 minutes walk. Quinta do Lago and Ancao beaches are around a 30 minute walk via the boardwalk or why not take the short drive to Praia do Garrao and have lunch on the beach at Julia’s or Izzy's.
An ideal holiday location for families, couples and singles alike at any time of the year. Free high-speed broadband Wi-Fi.
Encosta do Lago:
Encosta do Lago Resort Club is one of only a handful of developments situated within the exclusive Quinta do Lago estate and is the perfect place for you and your family to get away, or play some of the best golf of your life, in outstanding natural surroundings. The lake and miles of golden beach are just a few minutes walk away. Some of the finest sports and leisure facilities are yours to enjoy and of course there is the superb golf for which this most exclusive of southern European resorts is renowned.
Live it up at the palm-fringed swimming pool and bar, or dine in high style at Tucano’s. With a gym, sauna, massage and beauty spa, this is a dream location available to just a few.
Alojamento Local 12067/AL - Portuguese rental licence. The property has been inspected by the local authorities and complies with all health and safety standards.
Please note, security cameras are in place covering the garden and front door.
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A 5th person (child) can be accommodated with an extra bed at an additional charge. Please ask before booking.
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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 cash
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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 deadlock
Property Registration Number 12067/AL
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A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Almancil
Located in Quinta do Lago, a neighbourhood in Loulé, this apartment is near a water park and on a lake. Vilamoura Marina and Faro Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Falesia Beach and Faro Island Beach. Karting Almancil and Aqua Show Park are also worth visiting. 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.
Does Beautiful 2 Bed Apartment with Private Garden, Large Palm Fringed Communal Pool have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Beautiful 2 Bed Apartment with Private Garden, Large Palm Fringed Communal Pool?
As of 1 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Beautiful 2 Bed Apartment with Private Garden, Large Palm Fringed Communal Pool on 2 Apr 2026 start from AU$502, 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 Beautiful 2 Bed Apartment with Private Garden, Large Palm Fringed Communal Pool pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Beautiful 2 Bed Apartment with Private Garden, Large Palm Fringed Communal Pool?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Beautiful 2 Bed Apartment with Private Garden, Large Palm Fringed Communal Pool?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Beautiful 2 Bed Apartment with Private Garden, Large Palm Fringed Communal Pool?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Beautiful 2 Bed Apartment with Private Garden, Large Palm Fringed Communal Pool located?
Located in Quinta do Lago, this apartment building is within 1 mile (2 km) of Ria Formosa Natural Park, THE CAMPUS and Quinta do Lago South. Quinta do Lago North and Praia do Ancão are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
we had a wonderful 6 nights stay in Encosta do Lago, blessed with blue sku and sunshine for the entire trip. The apartment is a mere stone's throw from the pool with bar restaurant and tennis courts. The apartment was spotlessly clean, sizeable rooms, powerful showers and an extremely well equipped kitchen. We had an incredibly peaceful stay and would definitely recommend.
A beautiful clean villa with everything you need for a stay. Small touches like dishwasher tables being left just took away a lot of thinking and made the stay very enjoyable. We loved the resort, and the pool is excellent for toddlers and teenagers. Tucanos nearby does excellent food for both adults and children alike. We really enjoyed our stay here and would definitely come back! Thank you to James, the host, for being so responsive to any queries. The guide to the resort and area was super helpful!
Connell M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 July 2025
Thank you for your kind words and glad you enjoyed your stay.
Easy check in. Owner is very quick to answer messages Great apartment with all expected amenities, minus maybe some board games perhaps. Only 1 minute from the pool and pool bar. Pool is lovely, very deep in places but safe for all ages. The restaurant on site has very good menu with fresh fish and great steaks. The apartment is a 5 minute walk to The Shack and the water facilities there, book well in advance. Would come again, Quinta do Lago is a very lovely place, it is a very expensive place to eat out or do any activities, and the best restaurants in the area get booked up well in advance. All said we had a great 2 weeks.
Super convenient and comfortable place for the best of Quinta
Well appointed ground floor apartment with loads of space for a young family of four. Lovely swimming pool and tennis courts a stones throw and other Quinta facilities and restaurants, including the shack at the lake, close by. Very enjoyable, will be booking this again!
The property was wonderful in all aspects: quiet, spacious, tastefully decorated and furnished. It had all the necessary appliances. It is conveniently located in beautiful Quinta do Lago. I hope to come back sometime in the future and I have no hesitation in recommending this property.
We had an absolutely fantastic week at this property, which has everything we've come to expect from Encosta Do Lago. Immaculate property kitted out with everything we needed and a lovely garden space (we utilised the BBQ that is provided), close to the pool, beach front and a range of beach bars and Quinta restaurants.
The Owner was extremely responsive and helpful whenever I had any questions.
Would very happily stay again.
Great apartment with everything you could need in a really great location, really close to the pool and walking distance to places we wanted to go. Comfy beds, aircon, sky tv, washing machine, great bathrooms. And the owner has given brilliant communication & quick response. Overall fantastic
We had one of the nicest holidays we can ever imagine here.
Villa is stunning, everything is excellent quality, comfortable and clean.
Everything you could think of is provided to use.
The location is also perfect, short walk to a lovely communal pool with snack bar, close to beach, golf courses, country club etc.
Cannot wait to return.
Sarah S.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
Archival
10/10 Excellent
michelle c.
24 May 2015
lovely villa
We had a lovely stay at the villa ,we had every thing we need , close to the pool and beach ,We also had a lovely garden and BBQ Quinta do Lago is a beautiful area . We will be back next year .Thank you James
michelle c.
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Mar 2020
Thank-you for your review. It's always great to know our guests enjoy our apartment and this part of the Algarve as much as we do.
Hi
Second time we have stayed in this apartment. It's a lovely, spacious apartment in great location. Close to the pool and also just a short walk to the the lake. Love this aprtment and location. James is fantastic with all communication. Cannot fault it.
Denise
Denise C.
Stayed 15 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Aug 2022
Glad you enjoyed your stay. Hope to have you stay again in the future.
I booked for family and they were so happy with the apartment and the facilities, pool, gym, snack bar and restaurant. Was spotless on arrival but had a bit of difficulty with the front door lock on arrival. The lovely lady arrived to sort it out even though it was a Sunday. Thank you.
We have just returned from a 6 night stay in this lovely apartment.
It was spacious, clean and well equipped. Lovely beach towels and a hair dryer were amongst many of the much appreciated items left for our use.
We had a great time and very much enjoyed the use of the pool, which was a short walk away and huge! The complex was quiet and smart. A car is needed really but we made do with using Uber’s on this occasion.
We really enjoyed our stay here and would definitely book again. Thank you for letting us enjoy your apartment.
Chris S.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 8 June 2023
Thank-you fir your kind words, great to hear you enjoyed your stay. Hope to host you again in the future.
This is a lovely spacious apartment well appointed with good sized rooms in an exclusive area. All the equipment seemed in good order and the beds were comfortable. Large tvs in the lounge and main bedroom with U.K. tv channels and sky sports. A very fast WiFi is also there. The property is a very short walk to a large pool with children’s area with restaurant and bar. The property is close to the Quinta lake where there is a man made beach and various activities as well as more restaurants. The sea and sandy beaches are a good walk away. In my opinion a car is essential to get around. The nearest supermarket is Pingo Doce at Quinta shopping about 2 miles away. Larger supermarkets are at Almancil. There are excellent sandy beaches a short drive away. Overall we were very pleased with the apartment and would return.
Paul S.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified
6/10 Okay
Gina P.
19 Sept 2025
Liked: Check-in, location
The apartment is spacious & well stocked in the kitchen area. There were a few issues upon arrival: ants were present & patio furniture not cleaned. We cleaned the patio furniture. Ants were sporadically but consistently present in the unit, on kitchen counter, floors, bathrooms and living area. Issue was raised with owner who proceeded to send cleaning staff. As guests, we obviously got rid of the ants as we saw them. When cleaning staff arrived, no ants were seen - at that moment. As such, they informed the owner and nothing was done. We asked the owner, to tell the cleaning staff - please spray the unit. Just because you don't see ants at a given moment, doesn't mean they are not present or that they will return which is in fact, what kept happening. We offered to leave the unit for several hours so a spray could be done but because the cleaning staff didn't see ants at the moment they arrived, they did not spray the unit. As a result, we constantly spent time getting rid of ants everyday. The owner said ants were a fact in the Algarve & a ground floor unit. What is not acceptable however, is the lack of care on the part of the owner. If a guest consistently informs and provides you with pictures and video's of ants, the hope is the owner would try to make the situation right for their guest. But nothing was done. Good pest control keeps ants at bay. We kept the unit spotless. The ants &the way the owner responded to us, made stay less than perfect.
Gina P.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Oct 2025
I hope people will read this and understand this is not the normal experience of our guests. Please read our other reviews. This client would not contact our property manager in Portugal and insisted on going via myself in the UK which made life more difficult. Housekeeping visited four times and couldn’t find any ants. I received pictures and a video of single ants a week after they left the property. At the time they said the apartment was full of ants, required pest control and requested a refund/compensation with the underlying threat of a negative review if I didn’t comply so this review is no surprise. I arrived at the apartment the day after they left, have been here 3 weeks and have only seen one ant inside the apartment.
My wife and I were in the Amancil area for our friend’s daughter’s wedding so decided to make a holiday of this invite. Our friends joined us for our second week once their entourage had returned home.
Firstly, James was a wonderful host, he must’ve been sick and tired of me contacting him before our visit but responded - cheerily I think - almost immediately to each my queries, even from his trip to Mexico!
The apartment is in a wonderful area, very peaceful and within striking distance of everything we needed - a rental car is essential. The amenities available were excellent- tennis courts/gym/pool/pool bar and restaurant- we gave the tennis courts and gym a miss!
The apartment had everything you would need for a self catering holiday.
We would definitely return to this apartment and the area in general.
The only downside was that the property management company promised that they would make two visits for cleaning - only one was provided - a couple of towel changes would have been very welcome
This did not detract from what was a memorable trip to The Algarve
Barry & Doreen McGowan- St Andrews
Thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the villa. Exactly as advertised, extremely well equipped and a lovely garden to catch the morning and afternoon sun. The pool was loved by all and only a 2 minute walk (as advised by previous reviewers). No issue at all with Sun loungers, even if arriving mid afternoon. The beach at Quinta is stunning and also fun watching the planes take off from Faro. We loved eating out and Limoni, The Bold Octopus and Tony’s at Quinta shopping were favourites. Already looking forward to returning.
20 minutes or so from the airport this spacious and well equipped ground floor (with private gardens) is also very handy for the excellent facilities of Quinta do lago. Choice of restaurants within walking distance communal pool and bar less than 2 minutes and a range of beach bars within a short drive or longer walk. Very easy and relaxing break
Apartment was great, very clean, spacious and comfortable beds! Outdoor space very good. Brilliant pool very close! Beautiful restaurants, particularly liked 2 Passos and Tribulum. If you don’t rent a car then use Uber, worked well for us. James the homeowner was really nice and replied almost immediately to any enquiries. Overall a brilliant holiday and look forward to returning!
Linda B.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021
About the host
Hosted by James Lee
Why they chose this property
I first came to Portugal with my parents in 1976. They have returned to the Algarve every year since but I only re-discovered the delights of this region on a return visit in 2009. My wife and I loved it so much we bought this property in 2011 and visit several times a year to relax and get some sun.
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests