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Villa Vau

Family-friendly stay near Rocha Beach

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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroom56 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Praia Do Vau
  • Place, Vau Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Algarve Casino
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Rocha Beach
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, Portimao (PRM)
    ‪11 min drive‬

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About the area

Portimão

Oceanside stay.Your stay at this apartment will put you steps from Vau Beach and a 5-minute walk from Careanos Beach. Praia do Barranco das Canas and Alemao Beach are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Vau Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Careanos Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Algarve Casino - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Rocha Beach - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Três Castelos Beach - 18 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Portimao Station - 11 min drive
  • Portimao (PRM) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪bar miradouro - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪La Gioconda - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪My Sushi - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Servi Vau - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪All Beef - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Villa Vau

Family-friendly stay near Rocha Beach
This apartment offers its guests laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Portimão apartment.

  • 1 guestroom or unit
  • Self-service laundry
  • Smoking in designated areas
Air-conditioned accommodations at this apartment offer DVD players and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies. Kitchens offer refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and separate dining areas.

Bathrooms include bathtubs with jetted bathtubs and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 pets total (up to 55 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • No smoke detector (host has indicated there is no smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 603 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 55 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Important information

You need to know

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
This property accepts cash
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is no 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property accepts cash. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Villa Vau to the airport?

This apartment is 3.8 mi (7-min drive) away from the Portimao (PRM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Villa Vau have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this apartment.

How close is Villa Vau to the beach?

This apartment is a short 1-minute walk from Vau Beach and 5-minute walk from Careanos Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Villa Vau offer free breakfast?

This apartment does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Villa Vau ?

No, there is no casino at this apartment, but Algarve Casino (13-min walk) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Villa Vau ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Villa Vau ?

Free parking is not available at this apartment.

Does Villa Vau have a pool?

Yes, there's a pool.

Does Villa Vau have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this apartment.

How close is Villa Vau to downtown Portimão?

This apartment is 1.5 mi away from Portimão.

Villa Vau Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews

Reviews

Archival

10/10 Excellent

Ana A.

Boas férias

O apartamento era exactamente como estava descrito: excelente localização, com AC e internet. Nada a apontar! :)
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2016
Archival

8/10 Good

Nuno G.

Localização é tudo!

Para alguém que toda a vida teve família em Portimão a excelência da localização não foi novidade. O apartamento cumpre com tudo o que promete. O ar condicionado sem falhas, o Wi-Fi. O supermercado por baixo do empreendimento dá imenso jeito, as pessoas são muito simpáticas e a praia do Vau continua soberba. Ir e vir a pé para a praia vale tudo. Só posso apontar como a melhorar, a limpeza do apartamento que era muito sofrível (de certeza que quem foi depois de mim não se pode queixar do mesmo), e o fato de haverem algumas baratas. Típico desta zona do Algarve mas ainda assim evitável (também comprei e coloquei algumas armadilhas). Penso repetir e isso diz tudo.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2016
Archival

8/10 Good

Carmelia S.

Localização

Excelente localização. O apartamento está muito bem equipado.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2016
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Nelson R.

Férias 2016

Excelente apartamento, a repetir sem duvida.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2016
Archival

4/10 Poor

Julia D.

Die Lage ist wirklich toll, aber das Appartement ist alt und nicht gerade sauber.

Die Kommunikation war nicht so einfach und nur, weil wir immer wieder nachgehakt haben, konnten wir früher als 18Uhr einchecken. Eigentlich wollten wir mittags kommen. Das war stressig, vor allem mit Baby. Die Wohnung ist, wie auf den Fotos zu sehen, alt und na ja gewöhnungsbedürftig eingerichtet. Überall liegen alte Putzlappen und Putzutensilien, aber sauber war sie nicht. Es roch auch seltsam. Aus den Whirlpooldüsen kam ekeliges schwarzes Zeug, das Wasser lief nicht ab. Die Stühle auf dem Balkon waren kaputt und nicht zu benutzen. Das Geschirr klebrig. Die Poolanlage gar nicht schön, aber der Pool an sich recht sauber. Die Straße vor und vor allem die neben dem Haus ist recht laut. Die große Kakerlake (kann einem ja immer mal passieren) hat allem noch die Krone aufgesetzt. Wenn man optisch damit klar kommt und bei Ankunft putzen möchte, kann man das Appartement empfehlen. Nett war, dass die Vermieter nicht so sehr böse waren, dass unsere Kleine einen der zahlreichen Fische kaputt gemacht hat. Die Lage ist halt top.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2016
Archival

6/10 Okay

Melanie E.

Great location...however...

My partner and I were overall very happy with this accommodation, having stayed here for the whole of June and the good price we paid..... First the good: The location in Vau is great with a fab sea view! It has a few restaurants nearby, as well as beach bars and a Spar. On arrival the owners fathers met us on time with keys and gate access. The apartment was clean and tidy and is quite spacious (there were 2 of us staying there) and is one of the most well equipped I've stayed in with more than adequate cutlery, crockery, tuppaware etc. The enclosed parking is invaluable as it gets very busy on the street. The pool area and pool is very good (though the filter didn't seem to be working), however the complex cleaner did her best to ensure most of the leaves and bugs were removed. The balcony is quite big and was also clean - having a hammock, 2 sun loungers and a patio table with 4 chairs and 2 invaluable awnings to create shade in the late afternoon. The Bad: The apartment DOES NOT have internet as advertised. After directly asking the owner (by message before booking) if the apartment has internet I was extremely disappointed on arrival to find it hasn't. I asked where the internet was and he gave us the password to the Spar's wifi - which is 50+m away and we were unable to connect to 80% of the time. After 4 days we contacted the owner about this and he brought a usb plug-in dongle which unfortunately was no good to us as it wouldn't work on iPhone's or iPad's - just on laptops. The property DOES NOT have air conditioning as advertised!!! What it does have is a oscillating tower fan, that didn't oscillate. On arrival I was curious as to the 'pest reject' plug-in that was located near the front door...my curiosity was sated when I discovered the cockroaches after a few days. They were always found dead (fortunately the plug-in works) and were discovered in the lounge and bathroom after returning from a night out. It's unfortunate that the apartment is directly opposite the only bus stop in Vau so privacy was virtually nonexistent. To sit on the balcony meant we were constantly being watched by many people waiting for both the Alvor & Portimão bus, and those walking by. Also sat at the bus stop they could see directly into the apartment so you have to keep the curtains partially drawn to have any privacy.
Archival

8/10 Good

Sofia Vilaça

Apartamento praia do vau

Localização excelente. Apartamento ideal para um casal com um bebê como foi o caso. Bem equipado. A repetir sem dúvida.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

dulce m.

Umas férias muito desejadas!

O melhor deste apartamento é sem dúvida a sua localização! Apesar de todos os outros aspectos serem também muito positivos, muito bem equipado, limpo, arrejado. Com uma decoração alusiva ao local onde se encontra, o que o torna muito acolhedor. Está fantástico! Saliento ainda a simpatia e disponibilidade do proprietário, foi um processo simlpes e tranquilo. Gostariamos muito de repetir para o próximo ano.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Elsa C.

"A localização é muito bo...

"A localização é muito boa, a praia esta mesmo ao pé. O apartamento esta muito bem equipado."
Archival

10/10 Excellent

"Gostei muito do alojamen...

"Gostei muito do alojamento, estava impecável e pertissimo da praia. Estou a pensar voltar pro ano se a crise deixar. "
Archival

10/10 Excellent

"Apartamento bom, bem equ...

"Apartamento bom, bem equipado, limpo em local fantástico a 1 min da praia."
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Anne Marie L.

"appartement agréable pou...

"appartement agréable pour un couple avec 2 enfants uniquement, le canapé dans le salon bien que neuf, n''est pas approprié pour y dormir, le mobilier de cuisine est vieillissant, je n''ai pas aimé la ville, mais l''appartement est bien"
Archival

8/10 Good

"Alojamento bem equipado,...

"Alojamento bem equipado,bem localizado,perto da praia."
Archival

10/10 Excellent

"Gostaria de começar por ...

"Gostaria de começar por dizer que achei tudo 5*, a casa é acolhedora, a praia é espectacular para quem quer repousar do stress, tem uns cafezinhos ali à volta muito acolhedores e com vistas fabulosas. Agora falando da casa em si, gostei muito das condições que oferece e para um casal é o ideal, aconselho este apartamento, até porque tem uma piscina espectacular..."
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Joana s.

"Gostei muito para começa...

"Gostei muito para começar, a casa é muito acolhedora tem tudo, com uma vista maravilhosa para o mar,está perto de tudo tem uma piscina óptima... É o ideal para um casal com uma filhota que foi o caso, está a dois passos da praia, adorei a praia é maravilhosa..."
Archival

10/10 Excellent

"EXCELENTE."...

"EXCELENTE."
Archival

10/10 Excellent

"pas déçu de l annonce"...

"pas déçu de l annonce"
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Sara G.

"O apartamento é acolhedo...

"O apartamento é acolhedor e mesmo em frente à Praia do Vau o que facilita para quem tem filhos pequenos. A estadia correu bem e não tendo nada a apontar, negativamente. É, sem dúvida, um bom sitio para férias."
Archival

8/10 Good

«O apartamento estava lim...

«O apartamento estava limpo,sitio calmo,e arredores bom para a vida nocturna.»
Archival

10/10 Excellent

philippe g.

"Logement très bien placé...

"Logement très bien placé sur la plus belle partie de la côte. Le canapé lit convient pour 1 enfant (ou 2 petits) mais difficilement pour un couple et il n'y a pas de congélateur."
Archival

8/10 Good

"Appartement bien équipé,...

"Appartement bien équipé, place de parking privée. Emplacement: en face de la plage.Très calme la nuit. Tres Satisfait de la prestation. "
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Estava tudo conforme indi...

Estava tudo conforme indicado, o local é óptimo, o apartamento é muito acolhedor e simpático.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

christine r.

"Todos os aspectos foram ...

"Todos os aspectos foram positivos"