Tucked away on a quiet street in Albufeira’s historic Old Town, this studio apartment is the perfect base for a couple or solo traveller looking for a convenient location in the Algarve. Overlooking the Atlantic Ocean and situated only a few minutes walk from dos Pescadores beach, you couldn’t be better positioned if your priority is proximity to the sand. While the apartment is small, it does have a kitchenette and an alfresco dining terrace where you can enjoy home-cooked breakfasts in the sun.

Home truths:
*This home is located on the first floor with no lift access

*This home is laid out across one floor with no internal stairs

*The entrance to this home is shared with the building's other residents

*The kitchen here is small, so this home may not be for everyone – though you are within walking distance to some of the area's best restaurants

*The dining table doubles up as a laptop-friendly workspace