somewhere2stayVilla Atlantic in The Algarve, Portugal

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A bright, simple and great value villa perfect for those wanting a beach holiday without necessarily needing a car. A short walk from Lorenco beach and not much further from Galé centre, the townhouse-style Atlantic stands in the same terrace as the Villa Ocean which is next door but one, and is tailor-made for families and couples wanting to simply lounge on the beach and savour the beautiful climate of the Algarve.

The fresh and simple interior is friendly and spacious, with fairly minimal good quality wooden furnishings set out on cream-coloured tiled floors. Everywhere is clean and cheerful, and there is a bright and compact kitchen opening directly to a small barbecue area. Two of the bedrooms - one double and a twin - lie on the ground floor, whilst another twin and a spacious double, connecting to a small balcony, are upstairs.

The large sitting-dining room boasts satellite TV and doors leading to the charming pool area. Here, the small, child-friendly pool is enclosed by low walls and strips of lawn with space for everyone to stretch out and take things easy.

When you want a change of scenery, there are shops and restaurants just a stroll away and Albufeira, the Algarve shopping mall and local golf courses are all easily accessible by car.

NB. A refundable breakages deposit of 200 euros is payable in cash on arrival.