Farol Apartment, Lagos, The Algarve, Portugal

Now Taking Bookings for 2008, call Andy on +44 (0)1945 588710

Guests Comments

(Submitted: 18/08/2006)
"The Farol Apartment made an ideal base for a low key, low stress family holiday. The apartment itself was roomy and well furnished. The balcony above the pool was well used for breakfast and for evening drinks. The children loved the pool which we shared with the other apartments. The nearest beach below the Camilo restaurant was reached via nearly 200 steps its a lovely cove but be prepared! Our favourite beach was the Porto de Mos just a couple of steps and then a wide safe sandy beach. Eating out was a pleasure with the Amigo Camilo and Parisio Restaurants all within walking distance. The fish dishes served must not be missed. We ventured out to the town of Lagos and ambled around the walled Town area with its warren of small lanes visiting the church museum and old fort. Also we made our way up to the highest point in the Algarve at Foia above Monchique. Perhaps though what started the holiday off on the right foot was a hiccup on the first morning. We had a problem (due to me not reading our information) and Andy answered his phone promptly and put us right, we also received a call to ensure everything was all OK. This gave us all the reasurance that we would have help if it was needed, of course we didnt need any but it began perhaps the best holiday the family have been on thank you Andy. Ian Llewellyn."

Value: Excellent, Met expectations: Exceeded them, Recommend: Definitely, Overall: Excellent

Hi Andy

A somewhat belated thank you, but nevertheless here it is!
We had an absolutely fab week, the apartment was great.
Ideal spot and just nice with only the 10 apartments, many times we had the pool to ourselves.
We loved the bay just across the wasteland and also we went to many of the lovely restaurants which your previous guests had recommended in the comments book.

Many thanks, I would imagine we'll be in touch to book it again at some point in the future as I'd definitely like to go back.

Kind regards
Pat

(Taken from our Comments book in the apartment)

14/4/4 ……………after a fabulous week it is time to go home………… The Weather has been perfect and the apartment excellent……………

3/6/4 ………….. Fab Apartment and pool. An easy walk to Donna Ana beach & the quieter bays along the costal path. ………………..

10/6/4 ……………..The apartment is everything we needed & more extremely well presented, just the type of place you want to come to when on holiday………… Having the pool was great……..

22/6/4 ………….. Excellent accommodation with everything we could want. …. Beach mats, towels and welcome pack much appreciated………………Beds must be comfortable as we can’t raise our teenage boys before 11am! ………………

9/8/4 …………….. Great apartment, spacious & clean …….. Games and jigsaws very useful. Quiet location, lovely pool………..

26/8/4 ……… Fantastic week.. Sure we will be back ……….

17/9/4 ………. Thank you for an excellent week ………. We came to relax and we have … everything has been perfect! ………….

2/10/04 ………….. The beaches, food and people are lovely………. Will be back ………………

16/10/4 …………………. Wonderful week ……… The Girls loved the dolphins at Zoo marine ……

30/10/4 …………………. Excellent apartment, clean and well equipped – we found everything we needed and more  …………..

Letter received from our first guests!

We have just returned from a wonderful week in the above apartment.

The apartment consists of a double bedroom, and lounge/dining room, twin bedroom, well equipped kitchen and bathroom with over bath shower and bidet .

The apartment has everything you would need for a trouble free holiday.  Washing machine and drying line with iron etc are in the apartment, so you can travel lighter ,also things like hairdryer and radio were welcome touches.  All  towels are changed mid week and bedding at weekends .The welcome pack with tea, coffee, bread, biscuits, milk and cheese was a nice touch as were the fresh flowers and pot plants.  REMEMBER to water please!!!

Several good size supermarkets are a few minutes drive away if you really have to cook!!

There is a balcony that runs along the full length of the main bedroom and lounge area, both of which overlook the well maintained pool and garden, perfect for breakfasting and late night wine!!!

When we were there in April the pool being unheated was not for” wimpy” me but the temperature was just starting to climb so would be warmer now.  (Even so it did not stop the children making good use of it!!)

The apartment is in a small unit comprising 10 apartments in total and is situated in a quiet residential part of Lagos, only 10 minutes amble along a quiet footpath to the lovely sheltered beach; this part of Portugal is gorgeous with stunning views of the craggy coastline, where every corner has another secluded sandy beach and inlet.  Driving along the coast westerly you can still find largely unspoilt fishing villages and whilst eating lunch one day we spotted some dolphins, magical!! .Lagos town is charming with its old town wall and windy streets.  Lots of eating places in the town and nice shops for browsing.

Although gradually becoming more developed the area is perfect for couples seeking peace and quiet but also ideal for young families as the beaches are very safe.

Along the afore-mentioned foot path if you turn left across the meadow and cross the road you will arrive at the bar restaurant Camilo .We ate there nearly the whole week  ,food is freshly cooked and simply prepared  by the extended family who run it .Fresh fish is a speciality and varies on what was available in the market that morning .Things like the Cataplana and seafood rice need 24 hours notice but are well worth it .It gets very busy and booking would be strongly recommended ,the views are gorgeous and the puddings to die for!!

 All in all a fabulous place to have a holiday…Highly recommended.

                                                 Karen and Martin Day