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18 Jul 2025
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Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
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Apt. Areia Dourada, with communal pool and sea views
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8.08.0 out of 10
Very good
Entire apartment
2 bedrooms2 bathrooms121 sq m
Popular amenities
- Washer
- Pool
- Kitchen
- Outdoor space
- Sea view
Explore the area
Praia da Luz, Algarve
- Praia da Luz8 min walk
- Marina de Lagos10 min drive
- Dona Ana Beach11 min drive
- Portimao (PRM)26 min drive
Room options
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Apt. Areia Dourada, with communal pool and sea views
Apt. Areia Dourada:
Apt. Areia Dourada is superbly located in the hugely popular resort of St. James, which is literally just 4 minutes’ walk to the centre of Praia da Luz, 450 metres away. A small but bustling seaside town alive with restaurants, bistros, coffee shops, bars and no less than 2 large supermarkets selling both national and international products, ensuring you won’t miss anything.
The glorious large sandy beach offers safe bathing and all types of water sports from May to October, with low tide rock pools to the west and the famous black rock headland to the east separate’s Luz from Lagos which is just 10 minutes by car.
Apart. Areia Dourada is on the first floor of a two-storey building with a lift. A spacious 2 bedroomed apartment with two bathrooms, one of which is ensuite
The kitchen is fully fitted with marble worktops, electric cooker, ceramic hob, dish washer, washing machine, free standing fridge freezer, microwave, toaster
kettle. A breakfast bar separates the kitchen from the lounge.
The lounge / dining room has access via patio doors, to a large balcony.
The 1st twin room has patio doors out to a half moon balcony and the 2nd double room has patio doors out to a half moon balcony and has a bathroom ensuite with a shower. The main family bathroom (blue) has a bath/shower.
There are two large pools available for use exclusively for the owners and guests, a pool pass code will be provided prior to arrival. One pool is for adults and the equally large children's pool runs alongside it. Both having ample terrace space for sun bathing, and landscaped gardens, around plus toilets. During the summer months of 15 June to 15 September a pool supervisor is on duty.
Apt. Areia Dourada is superbly located in the hugely popular resort of St. James, which is literally just 4 minutes’ walk to the centre of Praia da Luz, 450 metres away. A small but bustling seaside town alive with restaurants, bistros, coffee shops, bars and no less than 2 large supermarkets selling both national and international products, ensuring you won’t miss anything.
The glorious large sandy beach offers safe bathing and all types of water sports from May to October, with low tide rock pools to the west and the famous black rock headland to the east separate’s Luz from Lagos which is just 10 minutes by car.
Apart. Areia Dourada is on the first floor of a two-storey building with a lift. A spacious 2 bedroomed apartment with two bathrooms, one of which is ensuite
The kitchen is fully fitted with marble worktops, electric cooker, ceramic hob, dish washer, washing machine, free standing fridge freezer, microwave, toaster
kettle. A breakfast bar separates the kitchen from the lounge.
The lounge / dining room has access via patio doors, to a large balcony.
The 1st twin room has patio doors out to a half moon balcony and the 2nd double room has patio doors out to a half moon balcony and has a bathroom ensuite with a shower. The main family bathroom (blue) has a bath/shower.
There are two large pools available for use exclusively for the owners and guests, a pool pass code will be provided prior to arrival. One pool is for adults and the equally large children's pool runs alongside it. Both having ample terrace space for sun bathing, and landscaped gardens, around plus toilets. During the summer months of 15 June to 15 September a pool supervisor is on duty.
During your stay at this apartment building, you'll be within walking distance of Praia da Luz. You'll find features such as laundry facilities. The apartment includes amenities such as a kitchen and 2 bathrooms.
- The apartment offers a kitchen, a washing machine and 2 bathrooms
- Amenities include laundry facilities
- Just a 4-minute drive from Praia da Luz and 11 minutes from Marina de Lagos
As a guest of Apt. Areia Dourada, with communal pool and sea views, you'll find a garden and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.
This Lagos apartment is smoke free.
Property manager
Casas do Barlavento
Languages
English, Portuguese
Property amenities
Pool/Spa
- Communal pool
Internet
- Available in the apartment: Internet access
Kitchen
- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Toaster
Bedrooms
- 2 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- 2 bathrooms
Entertainment
- TV
Outdoor areas
- Balcony
- Garden
Laundry
- Laundry facilities
- Washing machine
Pets
- No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
- Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
- Iron/ironing board
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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
- First aid kit
- Fire extinguisher
General
- Garden
- Unit size: 1,302 square feet
Policies
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
- No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
- Children are welcome.
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 not indicated whether 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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.
Property Registration Number 4779/AL
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
Property is also known as
HAICN25611053
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