With its generous lawned garden complete with a private pool and the Blue Flag beach of Sao Rafael just a short walk away, this villa is ideal for families. The interiors are spacious and comfortable, if a little dated, and if the garden isn’t your favourite outdoor spot, the balcony will be – just the place to drink in the sea views. You’ll need to hire a car if you’d like to venture a little further to the likes of Albufeira – with its beautiful beaches, lively restaurants and vibrant nightlife, it’s well worth a visit.

Home truths:
*Your host can provide a complimentary cot and high chair – this must be requested at the time of booking, and you’ll need to bring your own cot linen
*Private parking is available here
*The décor here is a little generic – those looking for a more luxurious stay may wish to look elsewhere
*This home is spread over two floors – for those with reduced mobility, there's a ground floor twin bedroom and bathroom here
*Air conditioning is available in the bedrooms only
*The swimming pool isn't fenced, so children will need to be supervised at all times
*There's an outdoor shower here