Beach nearby

Reviews of 4-STAR LUXURY 2 BED/2 BATH APARTMENT, POOLS, WIFI, AIR-CON, 5 MINS WALK TO BEACH


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9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 46 out of 52 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 52 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 52 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 52 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Pete & Bonnie R., Thornbury, Ontario, CANADA

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing, friendly village.
Enjoyed our stay in Burgau for the 4th time. Greta beach, restaurants close by and local grocery stores. Would recommend!
Stayed 27 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

John W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Time in Burgau.
Peaceful location and comfortable accommodation. Spent time in Burgau before and were very pleased to come back. All that we needed on hand.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Sept 2023
Thanks John. Sums it up nicely!!

10/10 Excellent

Sylwia S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
The apartment was great. Everything was like it was in the offer. Very close to the beach and restaurants. The contact with the manager and owner was very good. We spent beautiful holiday there.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Jul 2023
So pleased you have enjoyed a beautiful holiday. We look forward to welcoming you back!

10/10 Excellent

John B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Apartment
A lovely apartment well located & within easy reach of local facilities & the beach. The property is very well equipped & well presented & maintained. The local property manager is readily available & very helpful. A highly recommended property.
Stayed 14 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Jun 2023
Great to hear another allround satisfying stay. Many thanks.

10/10 Excellent

John O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent
Beautifully maintained apartment just on the edge of Burgau. The apartment is very well equipped but could do with a step stool in the kitchen to reach the cupboards. The apartment is east facing so the terrace only has sun in the morning but there is use of the pool and loungers in the Nova Bar at the end of the road. Easy access to the lovely bars and restaurants in Burgau and the beautiful beach. Would book again.
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 14 May 2023
Once again, we are pleased that you have enjoyed a wonderful stay in Burgau, and thank you for your practical suggestion for the step-stool which we shall implement with our property managers.

10/10 Excellent

Rachel L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great property in Burgau
A lovely welcoming property that had everything you need. It is well maintained, clean property. Just a short stroll from the centre of Burgau x highly recommend; you won’t be disappointed.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Sept 2022
Great to hear that we provided everything you needed, and appreciate your recommendation!

10/10 Excellent

Javier P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect stay
Perfect stay... absolutely perfect
Stayed 17 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Aug 2022
Thanks for a very concise reflection of your stay at Domuiberica in Burgau. We know that the Nova Beach Bar and Pool facility are working hard to perfect their hospitality programme and facilities, that allmost all guests are now reviewing positively.

6/10 Okay

Carrie C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family of 4
The apartment was very clean, well laid out with a large balcony and very comfy beds. We were glad to have the air con during the hot weather. We didn’t meet anyone from the management company and couldn’t find the reception when we needed to explain a breakage. The pool was very disappointing; run down, dirty and with not enough umbrellas and that really lets the apartment down. But the local beach was beautiful and so we spent most of our time there.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Aug 2022
As we are a self-catering apartment, and not a hotel, there is not a permanent reception on site. However, as provided,, telephone contact for the management company was available. We are disappointed to hear that you found the pool area not to your standard, but new management of this facility, just this summer, are making significant improvements all the time, and we shall pass on your comments.

10/10 Excellent

Judy B.

Liked: Cleanliness
First class apartment
Thoroughly enjoyed our three week stay at this very comfortable apartment. Truly a home from home. Very clean and well furnished and equipped. Quiet and peaceful with a lovely view from all the rooms and the balcony across the fields to the village. Just a short walk to the village shops and restaurants and the beautiful beach . We love Burgau and are returning to this apartment next September.
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Mar 2020
Great to hear that our guests found everything to their satisfaction, including the proximity to all that Burgau has to offer. Also, we're sure that our local management team would have been instrumental in ensuring that the three-week stay passed with flying colours, and we shall be working closely with them to effect any possible improvements for the following year.

10/10 Excellent

Eileen M., Shropshire

Spacious, comfortable and clean.
The apartment is situated in a quiet location on the outskirts of Burgau, within a few minutes walk of restaurants and supermarkets etc. Lots of nice walks to be enjoyed in the area, with direct access to the coastal trail. Good location for exploring the wider area, as the roads are very good, well sign-posted and quiet. Only a limited number of restaurants are open at this time of year, which is to be expected, but still sufficient. If you enjoy cooking, suggest you visit the Intermarche supermarket, which is only a few miles away on the N125, heading west. Great choice of fresh fish, fruit and veg etc (there is also a petrol station on site). The indoor market in Lagos is also worth a visit. We stayed for 10 days, most of which were very warm and sunny and at this time of year, there are lots of birds and wild flowers to be seen. We really enjoyed our stay and can recommend both the apartment and the area.
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Mar 2020
It is pleasing to see that the many benefits of the apartment and area were enjoyed so much. We look forward to welcoming you again.

10/10 Excellent

thomas b., england

Peaceful and relaxing
I was met by joao who was very welcoming and showed me around the apartment and how to use the WiFi and utilities. I loved the extra touch of having a small welcome pack of bread, butter, milk and juice and most importantly a bottle of red. I wish most property let’s was this nice and welcoming. The appartment had everything we needed and was really clean. We hired a car from the airport and found the appartment very easily with the details given and parking out side. We used the car to drive to Lagos and found a car park for €1 a day Amazing. Burgau is very easy to walk around and stunning. I would honestly tell everyone one to not judge Burgau by the pictures on google they do not do it justice. Myself and friends are already looking forward to returning to Burgau next year or later this summer. Thank you Steve and Mandy for letting us stay in your home. Best wishes
Stayed 7 nights in May 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Mar 2020
Great to see that Joao's addition to our property management team is adding to our guest's positive experience of Burgau. Also pleasing to hear that Thomas found everything they needed in the apartment, as we, each year, pay attention to comments from our guests with small improvements, and attempt to make their stay as comfortable as if they were at home! The recent investment in the local facilities and utilities is also pleasing to be recognised, whilst at me time, we believe, not detracting from the small fishing village "feel"!

10/10 Excellent

Pete & Bonnie R., Thornbury, Ontario, CANADA

Great!
My wife & I spent 6 enjoyable weeks in Steve & Mandy's cozy apartment in Burgau. A perfect location for us, with a spacious deck facing east and the neighbouring Burgeau hamlet. Ana welcomed us, and was there when needed (only to fix the tv for us technically challenged), and the cleaning staff did a fantastic job each Wed. that was very much appreciated!! The beach and restaurants are a short walk from the apartment, so that was a daily routine for us. We would definitely return. Thank you Steve & Mandy. Pete & Bonnie
Stayed 42 nights in Feb 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Mar 2020
Fantastic to hear that the trip to this side of 'the pond' was totally enjoyable (including the cycling), and that our team were able to ensure that you wanted for nothing! We shall pass on to them your appreciation, and we very much look forward to seeing you both again soon.

10/10 Excellent

Joan P.

Well appointed luxury apartment
Clean, comfortable, modern apartment situated close to Burgau's amenities. The weather was in the high 30's so the excellent user friendly air con was most welcome. Ana's professional & efficient manner, great communication skills and approachability ensured our stay was the best it could be: nothing was too much trouble.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Mar 2020
Individual air conditioning units in each of the main rooms, including bedrooms, ensures enjoyment of your holiday especially when Portugal hots up!! The units also double up as heating if evening temperatures go the other way! Our property manager is always on hand to help, even with those little things that can threaten the enjoyment of your time on holiday. It is a tribute to her that so many of our guests take the trouble to say so. And we, and she, are looking forward to receiving you as our guests again next year. Thank you so much.

8/10 Good

Alan R.

very clean and well appointed apartment in good location.
Have stayed in Burgau before, so know the area. This apartment was ideal for us. Warm welcome from Anna, the owners agent,who is very helpful. Would recommend this apartment.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Mar 2020
We are pleased to hear you enjoyed an idyllic stay, as usual, in great part down to our local manager Ana and Daniella.

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth M.

Fabulous apartment!
The property was perfect for our two week stay there. We were met by Ana who showed us around the apartment & explained all the appliances etc. The apartment was immaculate with very comfortable beds, good quality furniture etc. Very well equipped with wifi and smart tv system. This is probably the best holiday let we've rented and is better than the 2 others we saw on the development (we stayed a 3rd week in another apartment in the next block!) However..... we were a bit disappointed by the complex itself. It all felt quite unloved. The gym has closed down, the grounds around the pool & playground needed maintaining, bins around the pool area weren't emptied for days on end and toilets weren't cleaned very often. On the plus side the Tomik restaurant was excellent.
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Mar 2020
Pleasing once again to hear that the apartment was thoroughly enjoyed. The complex is due it's periodic planned maintenance, including full external repaint, and grounds maintenance. We have passed on comments regarding the bins etc. to the Club management, who will we expect take requisite action, and will ourselves monitor , through our property manager.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

First Class Apartment
This was our second stay at Steve and Mandy's lovely apartment. It is superb in every way; it is spotlessly clean, extremely comfortable and the balcony is fabulous! Ana and Daniella are marvellous, they are really friendly and always on hand if you need them. We love Burgau and the surrounding area and Steve and Mandy's apartment is the icing on the cake! Thank you again for a wonderful stay and we hope to be back soon. A big thank you too for the welcome pack, you really do think of everything :-)
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Mar 2020
We also appreciate the veranda-terrace area. Waking to bright sunshine in the morning, or relaxing long evenings looking over the village as the sun goes down. Thanks for joining us again this year, and we are pleased that our efforts made your stay enjoyable once more!

10/10 Excellent

Silke R.

Great place to stay.
The pictures were great, but Steve and Mandys Appartment was even better.... We had a warm welcome from Ana who is the local contact and had a wonderful week in the tiny village of Burgau. Not too busy but nice places for dinner and a nice Beach bar. Rental car is a good possibility to explore the surrounding. We will come back!!!
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Mar 2020
Great to hear testimony to our attempts to make the apartment a pleasure to stay in, and we are always trying to add small enhancements to ensure we exceed your holiday expectations. Similarly, Burgau continues to enhance, with good taste, its amenities, whilst retaining that unspoilt fishing village 'feel. We always look forward to seeing our new 'friends return!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Excellent standard
We have 7 days in Burgau - this is our 4th visit to the area and this is the best apartment we have stayed in. Great view and the perfect distance to the town.
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Mar 2020
Great to hear that our apartment met with expectations. The view from the veranda, over the village, and out to the Atlantic ocean, is always a pleasing one at most times of the day. Equally pleased to hear that the 5 minute stroll down to Burgau's Blue Flag beach was enjoyed. Look forward to welcoming you on your next visit!

10/10 Excellent

Olaf M.

ruhiger Urlaubsort, viele Ausflugsmöglichkeiten innerhalb 1 Stunde mit dem Auto
Appartement, das keine Wünsche offen ließ. Großer Balkon mit schönen Möbeln und Grillmöglichkeit. Pool mit Schiebefenstern, was aufgrund des teilweise kühlen Windes positiv hervorzuheben ist. Am Pool sind ausreichend Liegen und Sonnenschirme vorhanden. Im Ort gibt es viele Restaurants. Man sollte jedoch fast überall vorab reservieren. Leider war der Bäcker im Ort geschlossen, aber in kleinen Läden konnte man sich diesbezüglich versorgen.
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Mar 2020
Danke Olaf, Great to hear our guests enjoyed the apartment (which as they say "left nothing to be desired"!), including the large veranda with barbeque, and also the great pool complex, thereby completing their 5-star stay!

4/10 Poor

tomas H., Denmark

Liked: Cleanliness
Larm fra reperation af nabolejlighed, grim udsigt og ringe Pool forhold
I 5 ud af de 8 dage vi var der, var overboen i gang med at ombygge badeværelse (tror vi). for der var larm af borehammere, maskinmejsler mv. Trods klager til ejeren fortsatte det. Udsigten fra den store og gode altan var ødelagt af skrammel, nedrivningsmodne bygninger og store jordbunker, som dagligt blev tilføjet. Poolen var aldeles ikke forbundet med lejligheden, men lå bag ved en restaurant på den anden side af vejen vest på. Der var gratis adgang (gennem restauranten) men poolen og området var nedslidt og ringe vedligeholdt. Lejligheden sig selv var stor og veldisponeret, men mangledede en del til husholdingen; Ingen kaffekopper, meget få gafler og virkede noget bedaget. Store sætningsrevner i stuen og det ene badeværelse. Byen Burgau tilbyder en del restauranter og en god ren strand, som man dog skal via en omvej på 7 minutter for at nå. Mange af dagene var vandet trods udmærket temperatur for voldsomt for os og den benyttes da også af mange surfere. Byen virker som om den har sin fremtid bag sig. Vi kommer ikke igen.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Nov 2023
Da vi kun blev informeret af vores gæster om det støjende arbejde på dag 6 af deres 8 overnatninger, var det for sent for os at påvirke den støj, der allerede havde fundet sted. Vi bad dog straks vores ejendomsadministrator om at følge op, hvilket han gjorde og anmodede om, at støjen blev holdt på et minimum. Ejendomsejerne, der støder op til vores lejlighed, har brudt deres rettigheder ved ikke først at underrette ejerlejlighedslederne om det arbejde, der skulle udføres, hvorved vi ville være blevet advaret på forhånd, og derfor underrettet vores gæster. For dette kan vi kun undskylde, at vores naboer var skyldige i deres pligt! Vi anser udsigten fra vores terrasse for at være smuk, idet den nyder den uspolerede udsigt over Monchique-bjergkæden i det fjerne. Som vores billeder på hjemmesiden afspejler, er der åbent land lige foran os, og ejerne af dette land kan frit bruge det, som de finder passende. Med hensyn til bygninger, der er modne til nedrivning, er Burgau en smuk gammel fiskerby, som i øjeblikket er uspoleret, og det faktum, at der stadig er nogle ældre bygninger, bidrager efter vores ydmyge mening kun til Burgaus karakter. Vi accepterer, at dette ikke er alles mening! Vi siger klart, at poolanlægget er et fælles. Vores gæster må have overset det faktum. Poolen og terrassen er for nylig blevet overtaget af den nye ledelse, som erkender, at der er behov for en vis vedligeholdelse, hvilket arbejde, som normalt i gæstfrihedssteder, vil blive afsluttet uden for højsæsonen, som snart slutter. Hvad angår faciliteterne i lejligheden, er vi meget uenige i kommentarerne, da bestik og service er mere end tilstrækkeligt til 4 gæster, og der var kun 2 på dette ophold. Gipsrevnerne, der er "hårgrænse"-tørrende (efter vores ydmyge mening), vil også blive udført, som nævnt ovenfor i den kommende lavsæson. Desværre ser det ud til, at disse sidstnævnte kommentarer kan være stærkt påvirket af værkets støj, som vi ikke har meget kontrol over.

10/10 Excellent

Estela P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfeito para férias em família
O apartamento é muito confortável e fica relativamente perto da praia de Burgau, a pé. Fica também a 5 min de carro de outras maravilhosas praias nas redondezas.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katharina K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tolle Unterkunft, toller Ort!
Tolle Unterkunft, toller Ort!
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nicole S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
We had a great time at Steve’s apartment and we loved the welcome package with bread, ham, cheese milk and juice. Even a bottle of wine was there: thanks a lot Steve! Our kids loved the pool and we loved the breakfast at the balcony with this great view! We would really like to come back
Stayed 12 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 29 May 2022
You are very welcome Nicole, and it is great to hear you enjoyed the apartment. We look forward to seeing you again soon.

10/10 Excellent

oscar r., esposende portugal

Liked: Cleanliness
Excelente
Apartamento muito bonito com uma boa varanda, localização excelente.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Oct 2021
Thanks for compliment Oscar.

10/10 Excellent

Luis D.

Liked: Cleanliness
muy buen apartamento
apartamento limpio y bien equipado, un poco alejado de la playa ( 8 minutos caminando )pero así es mucho más tranquilo. El apartamento consta de todo lo necesario para cocinar, se agradece el detalle del zumo, leche y botella de vino al entrar. La comunicación con Joao perfecta. La zona está alejada de las zonas más turisticas del Algarve pero muy cerca en coche ( 10 minutos a Lagos, 30 Portimao y 30 al Cabo San Vicente). La temperatura del agua es fria, pero es lo normal en la zona Atlántica. Hemos disfrutado mucho de la estancia.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nuno G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Casa perfeita para 2 casais
Casa muito bem localizada (5min a pé até à praia) com varanda excelente para almoçar ao ar livre, uma vez que não fica exposta ao sol. A cozinha não é muito grande, mas é suficiente para o dia a dia. Sentimos apenas falta de uma máquina de café expresso e de uma varinha mágica para fazer sopa (uma vez que temos uma menina de 3 anos). No wc da suite saía alguma água da banheira, provavelmente porque o resguardo do banho é muito pequeno. Em todo o caso, toda a experiência foi muito boa e os proprietários mostraram-se sempre disponíveis.
Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Sept 2021
A banheira / chuveiro jacuzzi da suíte desenvolveu um pequeno vazamento, que nossos gerentes estão planejando para que seja vedado novamente. A tela não tem problemas. É bom ouvir que a experiência geral foi muito apreciada.

10/10 Excellent

Lothar K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sehr hübsches Appartement !
Perfekte Übergabe, sehr große und schöne Wohnung mit 2 Bädern. Alles sehr gut!
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ana P., Madrid, Spain

Liked: Cleanliness
A great apartment in Burgau!
We loved our stay at this apartment. Very very clean, beautifully decorated, great amenities and entertainment (tv, books, comfortable chairs in the terrace!), a huge terrace and even food/drinks for the first days (wine, juice, butter, bread, cheese). Easy to park, very quiet but in 6-7 minutes one can be at the beach or a coffee/restaurant/market. We totally recommend this apartment!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Aug 2020
Great to hear from Ana that the large terrace area was enjoyed, as well as some of the smaller items such as the food and drink Welcome Pack, and in-house books! Burgau as ever, with it's combination of tranquility but also plentiful entertainments, rarely disappoints!

10/10 Excellent

Angel C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Apartamento superior y trato excepcional.
Todo perfecto, limpieza, trato, mobiliario, aparcamiento, ubicación ......... excelente. Volveria una y mil veces. Muchas gracias por todo.
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Aug 2020
We aim for perfection, so it is very encouraging to hear that we achieved it in Angels eyes! Thank you, and we look forward to your return.

10/10 Excellent

Ricardo A.

Liked: Cleanliness
EXCELLENT is the word for this house
I only have one word to describe: EXCELLENT. Nothing to complain. Thank's Ricardo Alves
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Mar 2020
We constantly try to please, so very rewarding to see Ricardo thinks so. Thanks

10/10 Excellent

AMALIA B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Muy cómodo
El apartamento tiene todo lo necesario. Una amplia terraza muy tranquila. Piscina comunitaria. Bien situado en pueblo pequeño para poder recorrer la zona oeste del Algarve
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Mar 2020
Really happy that Amalia and friends enjoyed the large terrace and communal pool, at the same time also appreciating the tranquility of the complex and area of the Western Algarve,

10/10 Excellent

Patrick S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming Appartment
This is a lovely and charming appartment. You feel like at home or even better!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Mar 2020
Thanks Patrick. Really great to hear that you found all those things you like at home, and more!

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

Sehr schön
Die Ferienwohnung war wie beschrieben und auf den Fotos dargestellt sehr schön. Wir haben uns wohl gefühlt!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Mar 2020
Es war großartig zu hören, dass unsere Gäste die Wohnung genau so fanden, wie sie es von den Fotos wünschten, damit sie ihren Aufenthalt genießen konnten. Great to hear that our guests found the apartment exactly as they wished from the photos, enabling them to enjoy their stay.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Perfekter Urlaub!!
Es war alles perfekt, die Wohnung ist sehr schön eingerichtet und entspricht zu 100 % den Bildern. Der große Balkon ist wirklich der Hit. Sowohl die Buchung über Steve und Mandy, als auch die Betreuung vor Ort war sehr nett und herzlich. Burgau ist ein ganz wunderbarer, kleiner Ort der sich seinen urprünglichen Charme erhalten, das Wasser ist kristalklar. Man ist mit dem Auto schnell in Lagos und an vielen anderen wunderbaren Sränden. Wir lieben das Klima an der Algarve und die wunderbare Natur. Auch das Essen ist wirklich sehr günstig und lecker. Wir kommen gerne wieder nach Burgau in diese schöne Wohnung.
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Mar 2020
Sehr erfreulich, dass unsere Gäste die Wohnung genau wie erwartet gefunden haben, und vor allem die große Terrasse. Da sie Burgau und die Umgebung so sehr genossen haben, freuen wir uns sehr auf ihre Rückkehr. Very pleasing that our guests have found the apartment exactly as expected, and especially the large terrace. Since they enjoyed Burgau and the surrounding area so much, we are looking forward very much to their return.

10/10 Excellent

Jose Vicente C.

Superb place, superb holidays
We have such a nice days in Burgau!!. The apartment from Mandy & Steve is lovely and we felt as if we were in our own home!!. Moreover Ana and Daniella were very professional and attentive, and they were there just in case we had any requirement. The appartment is big, clean and very nice, and has all facilities required for a lovely stay (appliances, air conditioning, two well equiped bathrooms, TV, WIFI, ...). The huge Terrace is also very enjoyable. The area is very quiet, far from loudy or crowded zones. The village is small and nice and the beach is just at five minutes walk.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Mar 2020
Terrific to see that Jose and family found everything that they needed to enjoy a great time.