The apartment is light, airy and spacious, with an open plan living area, large balcony and 2 large bedrooms with built in wardrobes. The apartment is on one level only so is ideal for younger children. • 2 spacious twin bedrooms (in 1 room the beds can be positioned together to mKe a kingsize bed) • 1 family bathroom with toilet, shower over bath, basin and bidet • lounge offers comfortable sofa and arm chairs, wifi/tv/dvd, ipod docking station, book library, dining table and chairs • large balcony leading off lounge that offers a sea view. Outside table and chairs provided for outside dining. • fully furnished kitchen with appliances such as a microwave and washing machine, coffee machine (Dolce Gusto MiniMe), crockery, saucepans etc. There is also an iron/ironing board and hair dryer. • all bed linen and bathroom/kitchen towels are provided. Please provide your own beach/pool towels. • mid stay maid service included in rental for cleaning/linen change for stays of 11 days or more (additional maid service available for an additional fee for shorter stays) • high chair and cot are also available on request (cot is for an additional fee) There are small heaters and fans in each of the rooms and there is a log fire / wood burner in the lounge (small additional fee charged in winter for logs) The property has a full rental licence and has been safety checked (gas/electric/fire) with first aid kit provided and carbon monoxide tester installed. Wi-fi is available in the apartment and can also be organised to be available in the pool area for a small fee (through the office). Sao Rafael is a peaceful, quiet and attractive area and is a popular choice for both families and couples. As well as boasting a number of beautiful beaches, coastal walks and fantastic restaurants there are also plenty of attractions in the area to keep children happy. Visitors to Sao Rafael regularly fall in love with the area and come back year after year. Sao Rafael is a 40 minute drive from faro airport, and is located a few kilometers from the town of Albufeira. The apartment is located in the desirable Sao Rafael village, and is set in several acres of mature tropical gardens.This first floor apartment is set in attractive, well kept communal grounds and the complex boasts both a large adult swimming pool and a smaller children’s pool for the use of owner's guests. The apartment enjoys a sea view and it is only a 5 minute walk away from one of the area’s nicest beaches. The 2 twin bedroom apartment comfortably sleeps 4 people. The self catering apartment comes fully furnished and a cot and high chair are also available on request.There are small balconies in both bedrooms (one with a sea view, one with a garden view) and a large balcony off the lounge that comes with an additional table and 4 chairs, so you can sit and enjoy the sea view. There are a wide selection of restaurants, bars and shops in the area, as well as a number of other beautiful beaches for you to enjoy. The old town of Albufeira is a 5 minute drive away and the Albufeira marina is only a few minutes drive away. There is also a range of high quality golf courses in the area. The apartment is set in attractive, mature gardens on an apartment complex. The apartment is located on the first floor and is accessible up a flight of stairs. (may not be suitable for someone with very restricted mobility) There is a large balcony with a sea view off the lounge and 2 smaller balconies off each bedroom. There is a large kidney shaped swimming pool (shallow at one end and a much deeper end suitable for diving) and a smaller, separate children's pool suitable for younger children. There are plenty of sun loungers around the pools for the use of guests, sun shades and tables and chairs. There is plenty of shade available if wanted. There is an office where you can get information on any aspect of your holiday and a communal games area with vending machine. There is also plenty of free communal parking available within the grounds. A welcome information pack is provided (hard copy in apartment and can also be provided by email prior to arrival) which gives directions and details of restaurants, supermarkets, tourist attractions etc..