This is a large, beautifully decorated, and well equipped flat very close to one of the most beautiful beaches in the Algarve, with a nice pool and private garden. Opposite to what is currently shown in google street view, there is a new and nice sidewalk down the ca 350 meters (5 min walk) to the beach; driving would make no sense at all. The optimised path through the bushes to Benagil beach (with its nearby famous cave) is also only around 15 min hike. Great for combining hiking in proximity to coastal landscape (both towards west and east) and water activities.
We chose the place due to its quiet location in proximity of beautiful nature, while not being remote: Well placed strategically to Silves (ca 20 min drive), shopping (ca 10 min), evening walks/ice cream/swim in Carvoiero (10 min) as well as exploring e.g. Sagres (the previously suspected "end of the world") and Lagos on the way for longer tours. We had considered basing ourselves in Lagos and were relieved to have chosen this rental unit instead.
The road passing the house (Casa Catharina) is mostly blocked (at least in high season) due to limited access to the parking lot at the famous beach, hence there is only limited traffic on the (hence quiet) road (as a guest with parking space on the property it is of course possible to leave and enter the premises and area by car).
Very swift communication with owner and manager. Very commendable with detailed instructions and information ahead of stay.
Ideal for a family with teenage kids or up to two couples.
Two separate beautiful bathrooms.
Thank you Marisa for making the stay possible.