## Space
Located between Lagos and Portimão (about 10km each), our 2 bed, 2 bath apartment offers you the perfect mix of the peace and quiet of nature and the lively vibes of the small cities surrounding it. Whether you like visiting the beach, the quaint Algarvian coastal villages and towns, golfing or hiking around the Monchique mountain area, our holiday home is the perfect starting point.
The apartment feels more like a townhouse as it is located on the corner and only has one other accommodation above it. From the little garden, you access the spacious living room with a lounge area and a fully equipped open kitchen with modern appliances and a dining table. Behind this are two bedrooms: one twin room with a bathroom in the hallway and one master bedroom with a kingsize double bed consisting of two 90x200 boxsprings pushed together and with an en-suite bathroom.
The twin room borders the main terrace with an outside dining table, and the master bedroom gives access to a smaller private terrace with a seating area. Parking is public and free. The parking area is located right beside the building. The resort's pool and playground are just 1 minute's walk from the accommodation.
Surrounded by a green environment and peaceful landscapes, Vale da Ribeira Residences is the ideal place to enjoy holiday moments. The common outdoor areas have two swimming pools (one for adults and one for children), a playground and gardens full of trees.
Fun fact! The owners chose this apartment for its perfect location on the outside corner of the resort area and because the house number reminded them of a famous rum brand in their homeland, Brazil. Hence the choice to name their accommodation Casa Boa Ideia! Referencing the rum's advertisement slogan.
➤ From July 2026, building works are taking place on a plot close to our accommodation. Although the noise disruption is very little for the majority of the construction time, there are moments where it can get noisy and we cannot predict the timing of these. So we prefer to be open about this, and give our guests a heads up.
## Access
This apartment is all yours during your stay!
★ Fully equipped kitchen
★ 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms
★ Shared salt water pool (closes at 21.00h) & playground
★ Private terrace with dining table facing South
★ Wifi and television
★ Linen and towels are provided
➤ We usually welcome families with children or responsible adults because the apartment is part of a quiet condominium with lots of residential owners.
➤ Parties and other disturbances are not accepted.
Please get in touch with us before booking if you’re unsure if you fit this profile, so we can see whether this accommodation fits your travel plans.
## Interaction
This home is in the hands of Rental Valley, a property management team who works hard to ensure your stay is smooth and comfortable! We are available should you have any questions or requests during your stay.
From one week before arrival, we’ll send you our rental guide. This holds all the helpful information to help you arrive safely and much more. So please read it carefully before your arrival and let us know if you need anything or have any questions.
## Neighborhood
Vale da Ribeira Residences is located in Mexilhoeira Grande, a quiet area of the Algarve, with the hills of Monchique to the north and coastal towns of Lagos and Portimão to the south. Only 10 minutes from the beach and 45 minutes drive from Faro Airport.
The little towns of Mexilhoeira Grande and Odiaxere are just around the corner, and each has small supermarkets and restaurants to cater to your needs when you want to avoid the bigger towns. The chicken restaurant and the pizzeria on the main street of Odiaxere are famous takeaway places in the area. For a truly local restaurant experience nearby, go to A Curva in Mexilhoeira Grande. The nearest big supermarket is located in Torre's brand new shopping area, between Odiaxere and Lagos.
OTHER THINGS TO DO IN THE AREA ARE
Nature
Discover a variety of scenic walks in the surrounding area. Go on a cave tour at the coastline of the Algarve or enjoy a day trip to watch dolphins in their natural habitat.
Golf
Internationally renowned for its variety of world-class golf courses and its year-round sunny climate, the Algarve has much to offer golfers.
With more than 40 courses available, it’s no surprise the region has become synonymous with golf, with thousands of tourists flocking here every year. We prefer Palmares Golf at 4.8km.
Algarve International Circuit
Commonly referred to as Portimão Circuit, is a 4.653 km race circuit located in Portimão, Algarve region, Portugal. The development includes a karting track, off-road track, technology park, five-star hotel, sports complex and apartments.
Wakeboard
Vale Da Ribeira is located close to a renowned wakeboard training ground suited for beginners and professionals. Enjoy your day here, and challenge yourself by trying to complete the obstacle course.
Kitesurf
Enjoy your kitesurf session at the beautiful beaches in Algarve with perfect wind conditions. Make it an unforgettable memory.
Surf & Paddle
Choose from the southern or western coast of the Algarve to ride some of the best waves in Europe. There are several packages and opportunities to take a class or an intensive course in Surf, bodyboard and stand-up paddle.
## Transit
Although you can find trains, buses and uber/taxi services in the area, a (hire) car is highly recommended for this trip as the accommodation is in stand-alone urbanisation. Parking is free and easy next to the accommodation and free parking is readily available in most towns and beach areas.
## Notes
➤ Check-in time: 4 - 10pm. Check-in after 10 pm is possible but at your own risk as our support team might not be available for assistance at that hour. No refunds.
➤ Check-out time: before 10 am
ℹ SEF REQUIREMENTS. All property owners in Portugal have a legal requirement to report guests' information to Serviço de Estrangeiros e Fronteiras (known for short as SEF). To comply with legal requirements, from a week before arrival, we shall send you a link to our SEF form to complete and send back to us before your arrival. It is a mandatory requirement.
