The Vilarejo apartments are situated in the tranquil and relaxing surroundings of Poco Partido around 2km from the centre of Carvoeiro. There are a number of beaches within easy reach, all offering a choice of watersports. The resort has its own shop, restaurant, tennis courts and swimming pools so there is plenty here to keep you busy if you prefer to stay close by the apartment.
Carvoeiro, originally a sleepy fishing village, is a charming coastal resort around 6km from Lagoa and has a dramatic coastline with white houses perched on the cliff tops and fishing boats lining the beach. In recent years it has grown into a flourishing resort whilst retaining much of its charm. The quaint old town area has a harbour where fishermen still land their catches, with local restaurants here serving a good choice of locally caught seafood. The cobbled streets are lined with little shops selling local handicrafts in high season which are great as souvenirs, and there are market stalls where you can buy fresh produce for your barbecue lunches.
This part of the Algarve is well known for its rugged coastline where dramatic cliffs tower above beautiful sandy coves below. You will be spoilt for choice with so many beaches to visit, popular local beaches being Cavoeiro, Carvalho, Marinha and Centianes. Algar Seco, to the east of Carvoeiro is best reached by boat and has striking natural rock formations and grottoes. The clear blue waters are popular with snorkellers but you can also try windsurfing, sailing and water ski-ing.
The nearest golf course is Vale de Milho Golf in Carvoeiro but the Pinta and Gramacho courses are also within a short drive.
There are several aqua parks in the area, the nearest one being Slide and Splash at Estombar just outside Lagoa which is 5km away. Lagao itself is a 16th century town with an ancient church and pretty whitewashed houses, and has a choice of shops and restaurants.
For a wider selection of shopping, take a drive to the recently opened Algarve Shopping centre near Guia, which has a wide range of stores, a hypermarket, a bowling alley and a cinema complex showing films in English with subtitles. Also at Guia is ‘Zoomarine’, an aquatic park set amidst lakes and gardens with attractions including dolphins, sealions, sharks and a parrot show.