Overlooking the sea our self-catering two bedroom apartment will appeal to those who seek a quiet and relaxing base but having the advantage of having spectacular beaches, the numerous restaurants, shops and top quality bars within a few minutes walk. The complex is always well maintained, secure and has a swimming pool where you have sun loungers at your disposal. The apartment has been furnished with care, is situated on the sixth floor with access from the underground car park by lifts. It has air-conditioning/heating in the lounge, a fully fitted kitchen with fridge/freezer, washer, cooker and microwave. In the lounge are two sofas (one is a sofa bed), air sky TV, and DVD. The south west facing veranda is around the entire apartment and equipped with a table and chairs, and is perfect for enjoying the sunset or have an alfresco evening meal. The Algarve: Portugal is one of the most under-rated and inexpensive destinations in Europe. • The wonderful sandy beaches of the Algarve are unspoilt and amongst the finest in the world. • Children are welcomed everywhere and the locals are always friendly and helpful. • Away from the tourist hub, explore the quaint unspoilt villages with their narrow cobbled streets, the breathtaking Ria Formosa Nature Reserve, the majestic Monchique Mountains or the rugged beauty of the South Westerly tip of Europe, Sagres and Cape St Vincent. • Local markets sell an abundance of goods at bargain prices. • Restaurants and bars vie for business and the food is delicious and served in huge quantities. • Most restaurants have charcoal grills, turning out some of the best barbecued food you're ever likely to taste, such as freshly caught fish, chicken piri-piri and mouth-watering steaks and kebabs. • Enjoy cheap local wines, jug-full of Sangria and freshly squeezed local orange juice. Portimao - Praia da Rocha - Alvor Area: Praia da Rocha is the Algarve’s best known and longest established resort, providing year-round appeal. • Its numerous bars, restaurants, night-clubs and souvenir shops, spill out onto the long promenade and a first-class casino is located right on the beach. Alvor is an ancient coastal village, which is now a very popular holiday location. Alvor’s maze of cobbled streets is full of busy restaurants, many barbecuing outside and it is known for its excellent nightlife. • It is well located facing a natural lagoon opening onto the sea. • Framed by ochre cliffs and lapped by sheltered Atlantic waters you can find either long open sandy beach or a number of small coves tucked under the cliffs.