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Bungallow on Benagil Beach

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Beach nearby
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior
Beach nearby
TV

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Dryer
    Dryer

Explore the area

Map
Benagil, Lagoa
  • Percurso dos Sete Vales Suspensos
    1 min walk
  • Benagil Beach
    1 min walk
  • Algar de Benagil
    7 min walk
  • Faro (FAO-Faro Intl.)
    49 min drive

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About the area

Lagoa

With a stay at this cottage in Lagoa, you'll be on the waterfront, steps from Benagil Beach and a 4-minute drive from Marinha Beach. .This cottage is 17.3 mi (27.8 km) from Albufeira Old Town Square and 4.2 mi (6.7 km) from Carvoeiro Beach.
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What's nearby

  • Benagil Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Carvalho Beach - 9 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Marinha Beach - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Vale Centeanes Beach - 10 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Carvoeiro Beach - 11 min drive - 6.7 km

Getting around

  • Silves Station - 20 min drive
  • Portimao (PRM) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tropical-Helders - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪O Stop - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante O Litoral - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Osvaldo da Purificacao Lopes - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Dumar - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Bungallow on Benagil Beach

The villa is a stone’s throw away from 2 golden sandy beaches. Beautiful cliff top walks. Golf enthusiasts can enjoy many courses: Quinta do Gramacho and Vale da Pinta, plus Silves and Alvor are all close. For fun loving families both the Slide & Splash and Aqualand water parks are also within a ten minute drive.The village of Benagil has 5 restaurants all with in walking distance to the villa, which serve locally caught fresh seafood. Kayaking and boat excursions offering dolphin watching or viewing the world’s most photographed sea caves and much more on offer, from your doorstep. Carvoeiro is a 5 minute drive away with an abundance of restaurants, gift shops and bars to suit all tastes.

We also wish to inform that The Lagoa Municipal Tourist Tax came into force on 13 April 2024, in accordance with Regulation no. 425/2024, published in Diário da República no. 72 of 12/04/2024.

The tax applies to guests staying at hotels, resorts, tourist apartments, rural tourism developments, campsites and local lodging (AL) establishments, including hostels. The charge is €2 per night during the high season (April to October) and €1 during the rest of the year (November to March) per person, up to a maximum of seven straight nights for all tourists aged 13 or older.

Certain exemptions apply, including guests aged 12 and younger, guests with proved disabilities exceeding 60%, national and foreign students attending the University of the Algarve for up to 60 days straight at the beginning of each academic year, guests staying in Lagoa for medical treatment (including one other person), and guests who have been offered accommodation by a tourist or AL establishment.

Please note that an extra payment for the tourism tax will be added to your reservation after booking the property.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned cottage, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and a stovetop. There's a private patio. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker, and housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.
This cottage features designated smoking areas, a tennis court on site, and cave exploring nearby. Recreational activities include snorkeling nearby, surfing/body boarding nearby, and scuba diving nearby.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

IPC Management

Languages

English, Portuguese

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Spices
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • Shower
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: smoking only in exterior areas

Services and conveniences

  • Limited housekeeping
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Tennis on site
  • Kayaking on site
  • Golf on site
  • Boating on site
  • Fishing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Cave exploring nearby
  • Waterskiing nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby

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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: be aware you have steps to reach the house

Important information

You need to know

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
This property accepts cash
Onsite 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
Property Registration Number 10973/AL

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Bungallow On Benagil Carvoeiro
Bungallow on Benagil Beach Cottage
Bungallow on Benagil Beach Carvoeiro
Bungallow on Benagil Beach Cottage Carvoeiro

Bungallow on Benagil Beach Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 51 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 51 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 51 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 51 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 51 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Kris F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great view, perfect beach location
Can’t find a better view or beach location
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jodi K., Minneapolis, Minnesota

Liked: Cleanliness
Benagil Beach dream (if you don’t mind noise)
Our traveling party was 2 couples, late 40s, in moderate shape. Be aware this location is definitely NOT handicap accessible, and requires lugging luggage up (or down) many steps, no matter which way you go. I wish there had been better instructions for how to get to the property,
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Benagil
The Benagil Beach Bungalow was a perfect house and location for myself, husband and two young adult sons. The surroundings were lively at the start of the day and then quiet by night. It had a unique layout however functional and full of amenities. The back bedroom could use updated beds and bedding, although the overall home was comfortable. It was very convenient to restaurants, boating, swimming and hiking.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Anika H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Benagil Beach Home
Overall, the property was OK. However, the following points were disappointing: 1) The property was described as quiet and intimate - this was, however, not the case at all: there was extremely loud music from the beach bar from 2 pm to 8 pm every day. 3) Tourists left their garbage in front of the gate. 3) Several times, people opened the gate and walked onto the patio to take a selfie. They even left their belongings before going to the beach, although we were home. Thus, the gate should be better secured and labeled "private property." Given this mismatch between the online description and advertisement and the reality, the price tag for this beach home was too high. We have rented houses via VRBO regularly, and we have never experienced such a mismatch between the description of "being quiet and intimate" and the reality of "extremely loud music and tourist interruptions on the property itself.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suneet S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing time in Benagil
We visited in mid June and had a great time. The view was amazing. We enjoyed laying out on the patio and watching the action on the beach below. The beach was busy during the day (10 am to 8 pm) but quiet in the mornings and at night. For us, that was the best of both worlds. There are a three or four restaurants within walking distance but you will have to drive for the grocery store. There is a lot of walking up and down. The apartment was immaculate and the hosts were very organized. Check in process was easy.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Sara M., Regina, Canada

Great location-unbeatable views!
We loved our stay at the Benagil beach house. The view from the deck is incredible. Being able to walk to the beach in one minute is awesome. However, a few things to know before you go: 1. Communication is with a property management company and we asked for more blankets, toilet paper, and did not receive. The maid only comes once a week so if you miss that date for requests, nothing else will come. 2. It’s tricky with a car! It’s lots of stairs to get to so pack wisely and bring grocery bags for your groceries that are durable for a bit of a walk in! Parking is only in public parking areas in town. The house is quite literally on the cliff so there is no road access. But that’s what makes the views so epic!! 3. There was no toilet paper provided and they ask you not to flush any toilet paper. Not a deal breaker but just something to note!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

jennifer s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Busy spot.
The beach was very busy during the day with bumping music beginning at 9am. No privacy on deck. People walk onto deck thinking it’s the walking trail between beaches. A good spot for young adults. Pictures make it look remote and private, it’s beautiful but very public and busy. Also, no actual access to caves from beach level.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best view in Benagil!
This charming cottage is right on the beach, which you will pretty much have to yourself in the early morning and evenings/nights. It was also quiet all day on the Sunday we were there. The patio is stunning. There are fantastic restaurants so close you can see them from your patio. You are about at the half-way point on the Seven Hanging Valleys Trail, an easy walk to Praia de Marinha (1/2 hour tops). We were always able to find free parking just above the cottage. It is a STEEP walk on stairs and pavement both down to the beach and up to the parking but well worth it if you can manage it.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Juli B., St. Louis, MO USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Almost too good to be true!
Pure magic. I told my husband that I thought this listing had to be fake because for the price, right ON THE BEACH, 3BR 2BTH, absolute perfection. This beach bungalow is in the side of a cliff at the very edge of Benagil. Overlooking the famous beach and facing ocean with cliff face, it could not be more picturesque. The house was perfect for family because it is narrow with no hall across bedrooms but the trade off of the unique, super special location is no contest. Only ask I would have for hosts is please leave a little coffee to at least get guests through a morning or two to find groceries. Walking to coffee, ice cream and at least four restaurants including Algar which was as good as any five star we’ve dined at. Best view and most special location I’ve ever stayed anywhere in the world.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colin R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best deal in Algarve
Stunning location and every bit worth the intermittent power outages.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Alison K., Upstate NY

Liked: Cleanliness
Cliffs of Algarve
The walking trail that passes adjacent to this cottage is spectacular as is the view and amazing local seafood. This cottage itself is lovely and faces beautiful cliffs and a beach (that was unfortunately covered in seaweed during the entire week we stayed.) What we didn’t realize is that this beach is a busy tourist and hiker stop and when outside there is no privacy. Mattresses could use upgrading and parking is an issue. Overall enjoyed our stay but would pick another home next time.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Arnetia S., Sacramento, Ca

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property
We had the best time with the best views!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beverley B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous holiday!
Unbeatable location perched above beautiful Benagil beach. Unrivalled views from the terrace which was a fantastic place to sit - so close to the beach but a tranquil retreat from the August chaos! It was especially beautiful in the evenings when the beach was quiet - no better place to eat in Benagil! Only slight issue was fact that there was only one key - others have commented on this, but it did mean that the bedroom nearest the kitchen has to be walked through to get to the second bedroom. Would be so much better if two parts of the house could be self- contained! Also, there is no supermarket in Benagil - you do have to drive to the nearest supermarket. We arrived late at night and a few provisions for breakfast would have been so welcome - even just a bottle of water in the fridge! These were small problems - we had a wonderful stay in Benagil in this very special house and would thoroughly recommend it!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

amy l.

Liked: Cleanliness
Words cannot describe THE most spectacular view!!!
Location is literally overlooking stunning Benagil Beach- A narrow and busy beach during the day. The listing beach pic must have been taken before 8am because directly beneath /about 1/4 of the beach is taken up by the boat/kayak tours launch. There are ALOT of cave boat/kayaks tours passing by all day long. But really fun to watch it all the action from high above and we didn't mind it at all. Beach starts to empty by 5:30pm and it's totally quiet and peaceful after that. There is a beach front restaurant right below with good pizza. A new beach club/restaurant with lounge music just a few steps above that gives you access to their plunge pool if you eat/drink there. 2 other restaurants at this spot. You will need a car if you want to do groceries 11mins away. Easiest parking is at the top of the hill and you will have to walk down 3 sets of steps. A short walk across the parking lot at the top leads you to the beautiful and quiet Carvalho Beach. Villa has a cute cottage feel, clean and everything you need. The huge deck and outdoor living space is amazing. ACs only in the BRs so we had to request a fan that was perfect for the main living room/kitchen. The configuration is such that all the rooms are lined up in a row- you have to walk through all the rooms to get from one side to the other but still all very spacious! Both bathrooms are dated and one in need of a major makeover. Overall - it's a great place with an unforgettable view!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Lance N., Denver, CO, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great views with issues
We had been looking forward to our stay in Benagil. While the views were amazing, we did have issues. The air conditioning never worked in either bedroom during our stay. We were notified they'd identified a compressor failure, however 2 days after we'd left. The bedrooms were 39 C by afternoon and would only reach 29 C by morning with all windows open in the entire house. Since windows had to be open, our sleep was terrible as there is activity all night on and to the beach (e.g. garbage crew cleanup at 1am, cleaning crew with leaf blowers at 3am, beach cleaning crew 4-7am, then hundreds of visitors show up and literally walk in front of bedroom window). With the windows open and all the activity, we also had a safety concern. We did not have a single good night's rest during our 4 days and found the overall stay miserable due to the heat and noise. Our daughter ended up with some sort of unidentified bug bites all over her back and arms that cleared up upon leaving. In addition, the morning sun is brutal when you'd like to enjoy the patio and view with a coffee. We'd have liked to have seen a few beach chairs and umbrellas with flat as most visitors aren't traveling with those. The beach itself was very rough for 2 of the 4 days there and 60% of beach length was completely covered in seaweed. The surf made it unswimmable for children. We had 4 other rentals while in Portugal and rated all 5 stars. We would not recommend this location, especially during summer.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Yvonne V., Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
Superb location.
Beautiful property. Everything as portrayed. You do not have to go anywhere else. Enjoyed watching the action at the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gary M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home
We loved our stay at Benagil. The home was amazing, the views astounding, the location perfect for a six-day getaway. The home was clean, bright, comfortable and well maintained and my wife was particularly fond of the heated floors during our early spring stay. It was good that we rented a car so that we could keep the fridge stocked, but we availed ourselves of the many outstanding restaurants nearby. We should note that because the house is perched along a walkway down the cliffs, we often found morning hikers sharing the porch for a moment or two, until they understood it was a private residence.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

jeroen w.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautifully located at on otherwise chaotic beach
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Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Luke C.

Liked: Cleanliness
The most beautiful location
Clean, large, amazing views, well equipped
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Cheri P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing
We loved the property. The view and accessibility to the beach and trails was excellent. The cottage was well equipped and nicely decorated. We would stay again! We absolutely loved the terrace and view of the ocean and cliffs.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Roger c.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing
The views from house were breathtaking!! The house is a good size for two families. Loved , loved , loved all the views from the family room and kitchen windows. Great location to the caves with lots of hiking trails. I will definitely be back !!!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

steven t.

Liked: Cleanliness
perfect setting for a romantic getaway
incredible location, simply world beating. the property itself is a little quirky and too big for just 2 adults i guess. if there were more then the sleeping arrangements would be a bit of a challenge too due to the nature of the property. That said, still nicely decorated and well fitted. Make sure you get your Uber account set up before you go as you will need it if yuou dont have a car.

10/10 Excellent

Martin V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Property!
This a terrific property in a prime location. It has everything a family needs to have a great vacation in the Algarve. The property manager was exceptionally helpful and reassuring when it appeared that we may have to stay longer. Perhaps the only thing that could be improved are the mattresses on the beds. We would certainly return.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Marius L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Benagil
Excellent location, fantastic property with nice facilities. Cannot think of any improvement required, lovely
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Magical experience
The house is literally built right into a sea cliff. The ocean crashes beneath the patio / deck. The beach is very private in the evenings. The house is beautifully decorated and appointed. The cons: There is no onsight parking.; you must park above and lug your things down. Also, the beds are not very comfortable. That being said, I am so happy to have had the opportunity to stay here.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2019