Large open plan kitchen/diner/lounge with double access to large balcony, view to the pool. The pics online make it seem compact, however it is a great size. Fully equipped kitchen with pretty much everything required to make a meal. Large bedrooms , master with ensuite & access to another balcony. The mattresses let it down for our liking, too hard/lumpy. Was plenty of hot water.Very convenient supermarket just a minutes walk away. Not a lot else going on at the Vila Verde resort, maybe it was low season at end of November, however there is a restaurant & 1 or 2 bars within 5 min walk which were not open. Santa Maria centre was an half hour walk away or free shuttle bus or a taxi was only 5, where all the usual beach resort amenities were available. Lots of restaurants & bars. The beaches are clean & beautiful. Bikini beach was nearest to the apartment, approx 15min walk. Fab, interesting place for a Winter sun holiday, was our 1st visit , would go again. Good communication with owner & helpful onsite managers.