For a Portuguese coastal getaway with family or friends, it doesn't get much better than this stunning modern apartment in Cascais. The interior is a perfect mix of clean lines and modern furnishings with a touch of casual coastal chic to make things feel cosy. The large, open living/dining room is the heart of the home and where we imagine you'll spend most of your time when you're not out and about. You also enjoy direct access to the private balcony with views over the verdant interior gardens and an inviting communal pool. The sleek kitchen will inspire you to plate up dishes of Portuguese perfection. At the same time, there's handy in-apartment laundry for when you inevitably spill food down yourself – you can't make an omelette without breaking a few eggs. Head down to the gardens and grab a lounger by the pool, or pack a picnic lunch to enjoy under a palm tree. When you've soaked up enough sun, head into Cascais' historic centre, a kilometre away, in search of everything from the freshest seafood to the richest ice cream. Less than fifteen minutes in the opposite direction, and you'll arrive at the dramatic Boca do Inferno, or Hell's Mouth, where waves explode up through the rocks in an impressive display of the power of Mother Nature. Finally, if you fancy spending a day or two exploring Lisbon, you're just a forty-five-minute scenic train ride away.

Home truths:
* Though a car isn't a necessity, there is free parking on-site
* You're thirty minutes from Lisbon airport by taxi/car
* Early check-ins before 8am are subject to a surcharge of €40 and are always dependent on availability – late check-ins are subject to a €20 surcharge after 8pm, and €30 after 11pm – fees are paid in cash on arrival
* The shared pool is open seasonally from the beginning of March to the end of October