The apartment is exactly as described, but what the photos don’t capture is the stunning view of Old Town, the ocean, the beach, and the sunset—it has to be one of the best in all of Albufeira. It’s about an 8-10 minute walk to the beach or Old Town via the escalator (or "electric stairs" as they're called in English). If you find the staircase near the pool entrance, it’s just a 6-minute walk, though a bit of a steep climb.We used the washer—which was handy—but note dryers are uncommon in Portugal, so drying clothes takes a bit of patience. That said, it worked out fine. The only minor issue was a strong mildew smell in the primary bathroom, which seems like an easy fix.Everything else was perfect, especially the hospitality and information Maria provided. This is clearly her special place, and she takes pride in welcoming guests—she met us on the first day with the key and tons of helpful tips.Albufeira was buzzing while we were there: lots of energy from the European soccer final and a music festival, mostly with people in their 20s and 30s. We had a blast with our 19- and 21-year-old kids. Thankfully, the apartment is quiet, so you can choose your own pace when it comes to late-night festivities.We only used the pool once—it’s nice, but getting the chairs from a dark, locked garage wasn’t really worth it. We preferred the quick 10-minute walk to the beach.All in all, we absolutely loved this place. You won’t regret booking this apartment!
