Title: Perfect for holidays – unwind in Sao Rafael with a private pool option Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=113798620&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Perfect for holidays – unwind in Sao Rafael with a private pool option Family-friendly villa in Albufeira with a water park ## Photo gallery for Perfect for holidays – unwind in Sao Rafael with a private pool option ![Beach - Perfect for holidays – unwind in Sao Rafael with a private pool option (Sao Rafael)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113800000/113798700/113798620/de44e56f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![A heated pool - Perfect for holidays – unwind in Sao Rafael with a private pool option (Sao Rafael)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113800000/113798700/113798620/77bf8ff7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets - Perfect for holidays – unwind in Sao Rafael with a private pool option (Sao Rafael)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113800000/113798700/113798620/8e221a7b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV - Perfect for holidays – unwind in Sao Rafael with a private pool option (Sao Rafael)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113800000/113798700/113798620/d4e40e0d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - Perfect for holidays – unwind in Sao Rafael with a private pool option (Sao Rafael)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113800000/113798700/113798620/8cf686d1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Close to Sao Rafael Beach and Albufeira Marina, Perfect for holidays – unwind in Sao Rafael with a private pool option provides a water park, a garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom2 bathrooms807 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Ocean view - Pool - Kitchen - Washing machine - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Perfect for holidays – unwind in Sao Rafael with a private pool option Escape to Villa Maris, a serene Algarve retreat in Sao Rafael. This villa offers a swimming pool with optional heating (payable extra), a sun-soaked terrace, and outdoor furniture—perfect for relaxation. Set over two floors and surrounded by beautifully maintained grounds, it features panoramic, sea, garden, and pool views, including breath-taking sunsets and sunrises. Indoors, the villa is well-equipped with air conditioning in the lounge, Wi-Fi, smart TV, a dishwasher, and a washing machine. The kitchen boasts a coffee machine, oven, microwave, fridge/freezer, toaster, and all the essentials for dining in. Comfortable sofas provide a cozy space to unwind after a day of exploration. The villa includes private parking, a garage, and a lovely garden, ensuring privacy and tranquility. With pool towels provided and a friendly reception nearby for any assistance, your stay will be both luxurious and effortless. SECURITY DEPOSIT: This property requires a security deposit upon check-in (cash or credit card pre-authorization) = € 200,00 ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Heated pool ### Internet - Available in the villa: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car not required - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1.5 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board - Limited housekeeping ### Location highlights - Near the marina - Near the sea ### Things to do - Heated pool - Water park - Snorkelling nearby - Swimming nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden - Unit size: 807 square feet ## Similar properties ![Villa | 1 bedroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116070000/116070000/116069986/f01e745a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Villa Maris in Albufeira Albufeira - Free Wi-Fi - Outdoor space [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-05&endDate=2026-01-06&selected=116069986&PinnedHotelID=116069986&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Villa | 2 bedrooms](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116070000/116068700/116068636/fb010df6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Villa Das Estrelas in Albufeira Albufeira - Free Wi-Fi - 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Ocean view - Pool - Kitchen - Washing machine [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-05&endDate=2026-01-06&selected=112150202&PinnedHotelID=112150202&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM Contactless check-in and check-out are available Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention A car is not required for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as 2391 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=37.081734,-8.277135&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:%7DkjaF%60soq%40%3FQ%3FS%40S%3FS%40S%40Q%3FSBS%40S%40Q%40SBSBQBSBQ%40SDQBSDQBQDQDSDQDQDQFQDOFQDQFOFQHOFOFQHOFOHOFOHMHOJMHOHMHMJMHMJMJKJMJKJKJMJKJILKJKLILIJKLILGLILIJGNGLGLGLGNGLELENELENELENCNELCNCLCNANCNANALANAN%3FNAN%3FN%3FN%3FL%3FN%40N%3FN%40N%40N%40L%40NBN%40NBLBNBLDNBNDLDNDLDLDNDLFLFLFNFLFLFLHJHLFLJLHLHJHLJJJJHLJJLHJLJJLHJJLHLJLJLHLHNHLHNHNHLFNHNFNHPFNFNFPFNDPFPFNDPFPDPDPBRDPDPBPDRBPBRBPBRBP%40R%40RBP%40R%40R%40R%40P%3FR%40R%3FR%3FR%3FP%3FR%3FR%3FRAR%3FRAPARARARCPARARCPCRCPCRCPERCPEPEPCPEREPGPENGPGPEPGNGPGNGNIPGNINGNILININILILINKLKLILKLIJKLMJIJKJMJKJKJMJKHMHMHMHMHKHMFMHMFOFMFMFMDOFMDMDODMDODOBMBODMBO%40OBO%40MBO%40O%40O%40O%3FO%40M%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FOAO%3FOAMAOAOCOAOCMAOCMEOCOCMEOEMEOEMEMGOEMGMGMGOGKGMIMIMIMIKIMIMIKKMKKKKKKKKKKKKMKKKMIMKMIMIMIOKMIOIOGMIOGOIOGQGOIOGQGOEQGQEQGOEQEQESEQEQCQEQCSEQASCQCSCQCSASAQASCS%3FSAQAS%3FSAS%3FS%3FS&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=hdmSwNNiIUFH8-ZczplVwa6lWkk=) Sao Rafael #### What's nearby - Arrifes Beach \- 8 min walk \- 0.5 miles - Sao Rafael Beach \- 8 min walk \- 0.5 miles - Albufeira Marina \- 17 min walk \- 0.9 miles - Peneco Beach \- 5 min drive \- 2.1 miles - Evaristo Beach \- 7 min drive \- 1.9 miles #### Getting around - Albufeira - Ferreiras Station - 16 min drive - Portimao (PRM) - 36 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Castello Di Norcia - ‬3 min drive - ‪Gate 4 café - ‬19 min walk - ‪Fat Cats - ‬17 min walk - ‪Tasca Portuguesa - ‬3 min drive - ‪Porto de Abrigo - ‬3 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Perfect for holidays – unwind in Sao Rafael with a private pool option have a pool? ### Is Perfect for holidays – unwind in Sao Rafael with a private pool option pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Perfect for holidays – unwind in Sao Rafael with a private pool option? ### What time is check-in at Perfect for holidays – unwind in Sao Rafael with a private pool option? ### What time is check-out at Perfect for holidays – unwind in Sao Rafael with a private pool option? ### Where is Perfect for holidays – unwind in Sao Rafael with a private pool option located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Perfect for holidays – unwind in Sao Rafael with a private pool option Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 4 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Priya B. 4 Jun 2024 #### Perfect for couples Loved the comfort and layout. Having a private garden and sea views made it a dream base for our Algarve trip. A little walk to the shops but otherwise perfect for relaxing stays. ##### Priya B. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Niels J. 18 May 2024 #### Private and peaceful A great location close to Praia dos Arrifes. The heated pool was a treat and the villa felt very private. Everything was clean and modern, reception staff were friendly and available for anything we needed. ##### Niels J. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Luke F. 27 Jun 2024 #### Quiet and cozy Villa Maris gave us exactly what we were after: a quiet, clean, and cozy place to unwind. It’s well-equipped and the heated pool was spotless. The surrounding area is scenic and peaceful. ##### Luke F. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Derek L. 22 Aug 2024 #### Would definitely return Compact but well designed. The lounge and kitchen were spacious for two and the en-suite bedroom was comfortable. We enjoyed every sunset from the balcony. ##### Derek L. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Isla M. 12 Jul 2024 #### Everything we needed Nicely decorated and very clean. Aircon worked great during hot nights. We appreciated the washing machine and smart TV. Close to beach perfect location ##### Isla M. ---