Abelha is a lovely, fresh, 1-bedroom apartment at Quinta dos Brejos, Albufeira.

Situated on the top (first) floor opposite one of the most beautiful properties in the whole of Albufeira, this delightful apartment starts with the entrance hall. Leading off to the left is a full bathroom. Turning to the right, and with the view of the fantastic property over the road, is the bedroom, which has twin beds, dressing table and plenty of wardrobe space.

Opposite the bedroom is the good sized lounge diner, comprising dining table and four chairs, sofa with a bed beneath, television and dvd player.

The sofa itself can also be made into two single beds, providing beds for 4 people.

A well kitted out kitchen leads off the lounge - washing machine, dishwasher, microwave, iron, ironing board - all mod cons!

Leading from the lounge is a good sized balcony with table and chairs.

Outside the front door is a small terraced area enabling you to sit in the sun whichever side of the apartment is in - or to stay in the shade if that's your preference. There is plenty of grass for children to play on around the apartments.

To answer the oft asked question - yes the apartment does just have a sea view - between a couple of buildings in front!

The condominium has an enclosed swimming pool area about 20/30 seconds' walk from the apartment. In the picture of the condominium road, I was standing outside the front door - the building behind the two blue road signs is the entrance to the swimming pool area.

There are a good number of sun loungers around the pools - one for smaller children plus the "adult" pool. With both terrace and grassed areas around the pool there's plenty of space for the children to play safely while the adults sun bathe and swim.

There is a shaded car park next to the apartment as well as parking areas along the condominium roads.

Although in Albufeira, a better description would be "at" Albufeira. This apartment is on the outer rim. It is very close to the Municipal Bus Station and also within walking distance of some shops and cafes, but for the most part you may prefer to use a car to get to the main parts of the city. To walk to "The Strip" where there is a wide choice of restaurants and nightlife, would take about 15 minutes or so. To get down to the beach would between 20 and 30 minutes.

Abelha is in a peaceful location yet within the bounds of Albufeira with all the highlights and highlife that this brings. All in all it is a great place to come for your holiday and as the price is lower that city centre apartments, you'll have more to spend on your enjoyment.

The apartment is situated roughly central to all the golf courses in the Algarve. Within a 15 minute drive of Abelha are a good choice of golf courses, so whatever your handicap you should find a course to suit!

What about that romantic weekend break, or that second honeymoon? Well, being on the outskirts of the city it is in more peaceful surrounds. Just imagine sitting out on the balcony in the evening with your glass of bubbly in your hand ....

Anyone wanting to get away from the cold of the British winters will find this a lovely place to be. Heating can be provided should the nights get too nippy, but the day times well you'll probably be in tee shirts even on the coldest day! Special rates are available for long winter breaks.