Villa Vista Mar

If a relaxing beachfront stay sounds like your idea of heaven, then head to Villa Vista Mar. Designed to take advantage of the golden Algarve coast, it‚Äôs perched on the water’s edge overlooking the crashing waves of the Mediterranean. In just a short walk, you‚Äôll reach a swathe of golden sand and crystal-clear waters to sink your toes into. The location is something else, set on the prestigious Club Atlantico resort, you‚Äôre just steps from high-end restaurants, communal pools, and a children‚Äôs play area. Nature-lovers will be in awe, as within a few minutes you can join the Seven Hanging Valleys walking trail, which weaves through the rugged coastal landscape. Just a short drive from Carvoeiro, you’ll be able to explore its delightfully narrow cobbled streets in no time, filled with markets, souvenir shops, and historical churches.

The outdoor terrace is all set up for gazing out at the awe-inspiring coastal vistas, with multiple sun loungers to stretch back and take in the view. Blanketed with lush lawns that are fringed with swaying palm trees, exotic plants, and shrubbery, life doesn’t get more serene than this. We can just imagine afternoons spent having lunch under the veranda while admiring the sublime sea glistening in the background. With your own brick barbecue set up, you can even grill up your own outdoor feast and tuck in under the sunshine. Make a splash in the large swimming pool on a lazy afternoon, or walk down to the coast for a peaceful swim in its calm waters.

This five-bedroom villa is an architectural beauty, glowing with character from the traditional exterior style, whitewashed walls, and vibrant green shutters. Inside, the interiors are steeped in contemporary style, furnished with stylish simplicity, painted with a fresh white colour scheme, and decorated with minimalist touches. The living area radiates elegance and comfort, fenced with floor-to-ceiling windows, which flood the space with natural sunlight. There’s added traditional features that adds a flavour of Portugal to the living room, with vintage-style floor tiles, wooden ceiling beams and charming brick fireplace. The top-of-the-line kitchen is a showstopper, separated from the dining room with a glass wall and decked out with the latest appliances.

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