This gem in Faro is an idyllic spot for a group of friends or family. The free-flowing duplex is perfect for hosting and socialising. Spend memorable days with your cohort soaking up the sun by the pool, sipping coffee from your private terrace, whipping up tapas bites in the sleek kitchen and sipping pitchers of sangria together on the plump sofas. Plug in your holiday playlist on the Marshall speaker, and then gather around the wooden dining table for a memorable feast with your loved ones before heading out to the buzzy marina.

The sumptuously natural designs and modern furnishings create a relaxed ambience here – we particularly love the light-filled living room with its graphic wall pieces, wicker coffee tables and linen sofa where we imagine you’ll spend evenings sipping a glass of icy vermouth. Speaking of cosy, with a pair of neutral-hued bedrooms swathed in soothing earthy palettes and macramé textiles, you’ll have no trouble getting a restful night’s sleep.

You’re perfectly placed to soak up Faro’s rich culture. Learn about the region’s rich history at the Municipal Museum of Faro, lose yourself down the cobbled streets of the city’s Old Town, or simply settle in at a family-owned restaurant for padron peppers and gambas al ajillo.

Home truths:
*Access to the apartment building is via a shared entrance *There's a lift to take you up to this second-floor apartment *This is a duplex apartment with no internal lift *One bedroom is on the mezzanine level – there aren't any curtains, so this option may be better suited to early risers *You're in a central spot here, so noise is to be expected *Your host can provide a cot for free upon request *Though there isn't a dedicated desk here, the dining table doubles up as a laptop-friendly workspace *The swimming pool is shared with the building's other residents – it isn't fenced, so children will need to be supervised