Boardwalk - Beautiful three bedroom duplex with views over pool and sea
Description
This fabulous 3-bedroom duplex apartment is located in the popular Gilma Facho complex in São Martinho do Porto, overlooking the Atlantic and one of the resort’s main pools. With spacious living accommodation, 3 balconies, a private rooftop terrace, and excellent communal facilities, it is a wonderful choice for families or groups looking for comfort, views, and plenty to enjoy on site.
Arranged over two floors, the property offers a bright and versatile layout. The lounge and dining area provides a comfortable space for relaxing and entertaining indoors, with cable TV, free Wi-Fi, books, and board games for all ages. From here, guests can access one of the balconies, which features a breakfast area with views over the sea and one of the pools.
The kitchen is very well equipped for self-catering and opens onto the second balcony, where guests will find a private barbecue - a rare and welcome feature within the complex. Upstairs, the three bedrooms provide flexible sleeping arrangements, with two king-size bedrooms and a third bedroom with four single beds arranged as two single beds with pull-out single beds underneath.
Another standout feature is the private rooftop terrace, complete with 2 sun loungers, where guests can relax in privacy while enjoying the sunshine and beautiful ocean views. The property also benefits from a pellet burner that distributes heat throughout the home, making it an excellent option for stays during the cooler months.
KEY FEATURES
✔ 3-bedroom duplex apartment
✔ Located in the popular Gilma Facho complex
✔ Views over the Atlantic and one of the main pools
✔ Spacious living accommodation
✔ Arranged over 2 floors
✔ 3 balconies
✔ Private rooftop terrace
✔ 2 sun loungers on the rooftop terrace
✔ Sea and pool views
✔ Balcony breakfast area
✔ Private barbecue on the kitchen balcony
✔ Free Wi-Fi
✔ Cable TV
✔ Books and board games for all ages
✔ Very well-equipped kitchen
✔ 2 bathrooms
✔ Pellet burner for colder months
✔ Heating distributed throughout the home
✔ Tennis and squash equipment provided
✔ Access to 3 communal pools
✔ Access to 2 children’s pools
✔ Tennis court
✔ Squash court
✔ Games room
✔ Mini-golf course
✔ Complex facilities free for residents and guests
✔ Around 1 km / 10-minute walk to São Martinho do Porto bay
✔ Ideal for families and groups
BEDROOMS - 3
All three bedrooms are located on the upper floor, creating a practical separation between the sleeping areas and the main living spaces.
BEDROOM n.º 1
• King-size bed
• Located on the upper floor
• Comfortable setup for couples
BEDROOM n.º 2
• King-size bed
• Located on the upper floor
• Comfortable setup for couples
BEDROOM n.º 3
• 4 single beds
• Arranged as 2 single beds with pull-out single beds underneath
• Located on the upper floor
• Ideal for children, friends, or additional guests
SLEEPS - 8
• 2 king-size beds
• 4 Single beds
LOUNGE AND DINING AREA
The bright lounge and dining area offers a comfortable and welcoming space for spending time together indoors. It is well suited to relaxed evenings, family meals, games, and quiet moments after a day at the beach or by the pool.
• Bright lounge with dining area
• Comfortable seating
• Cable TV
• Free Wi-Fi
• Books
• Board games for all ages
• Access to balcony with breakfast area
• Sea and pool views from balcony
KITCHEN
The kitchen is very well equipped with everything needed for self-catering stays. It also provides access to the second balcony, where guests can enjoy the rare benefit of a private barbecue within the complex.
• Very well-equipped kitchen
• Suitable for self-catering
• Access to second balcony
• Private barbecue
• Practical setup for family meals and group stays
BATHROOMS - 2
The property includes two bathrooms, one on each floor, both fitted with a bath and shower over.
• Bathroom No. 1 with bath and shower over
• Bathroom No. 2 with bath and shower over
• One bathroom on each floor
BALCONIES
The apartment benefits from 3 balconies, giving guests multiple outdoor spaces to enjoy sunshine, fresh air, sea views, and pool views throughout the day.
• 3 balconies
• Sea views
• Pool views
• Balcony accessed from lounge
• Breakfast area on lounge balcony
• Kitchen balcony with private barbecue
• Outdoor spaces for enjoying the sun throughout the day
PRIVATE ROOFTOP TERRACE
The private rooftop terrace is one of the property’s most special features, offering a peaceful and private place to sunbathe or enjoy the Atlantic views.
• Private rooftop terrace
• 2 sun loungers
• Ocean views
• Ideal for private sunbathing
• Peaceful space for relaxing outdoors
• Great place to enjoy the sunshine and views
COMMUNAL POOLS AND COMPLEX FACILITIES
The Gilma Facho complex offers a wide range of leisure facilities within its beautiful grounds. All facilities are free to use for residents and guests of the complex.
• 3 communal swimming pools
• 2 children’s pools
• Tennis court
• Squash court
• Games room
• Mini-golf course
• Beautiful complex grounds
• Free use of facilities for residents and guests
• Equipment provided for tennis and squash
COMFORT AND PRACTICAL FEATURES
The property includes thoughtful amenities for both summer holidays and cooler-season stays.
• Free Wi-Fi
• Cable TV
• Books and board games
• Private barbecue
• Pellet burner
• Heat distributed throughout the home
• Suitable for colder months
• Tennis equipment provided
• Squash equipment provided
• Spacious duplex layout
• Multiple outdoor areas
LOCATION
The complex is located on top of a hill in São Martinho do Porto, around 1 km from the bay. Guests can reach the beach, cafés, and restaurants in approximately 10 minutes on foot.
• Located in Gilma Facho complex
• Hilltop position
• Around 1 km from São Martinho do Porto bay
• Approximately 10-minute walk to the bay
• Close to cafés and restaurants
• Sea and pool views
• Peaceful resort-style setting
• Good base for families and groups
SÃO MARTINHO DO PORTO
São Martinho do Porto is a beautiful small village known for its distinctive shell-shaped bay. Due to the bay’s protected shape, the beach is especially suitable for families with small children, as the strong Atlantic currents are not present in the same way as on more exposed beaches.
Throughout the seafront, guests will find lovely restaurants serving Portuguese food, as well as cafés and bars.
Guests can enjoy:
• Safe, family-friendly beach
• Calm waters ideal for children
• Restaurants along the seafront
• Cafés and bars
• Traditional village atmosphere
• Beautiful shell-shaped bay
• Scenic walks along the coast
NEARBY SALIR DO PORTO
Just a stroll away along the coastline is Salir do Porto River Beach, where the river flows toward the ocean. This is another excellent family-friendly spot thanks to its calm waters and peaceful natural setting.
• River beach nearby
• Calm waters
• Family-friendly setting
• Coastal walking access
• Peaceful natural surroundings
PLEASE NOTE:
- Groups of people exclusively under 21 years old are not accepted.
- The property is strictly NON-SMOKING and we ask our guests to respect this policy.
(Please feel free to smoke outside, but please be responsible when disposing of cigarette ends.)
Management Charges:
- There's a mandatory final cleaning charge of €166.
Services Included
- Internet/wifi - Free
- Cable TV - Included
- Bath and hand towels - Included (do not use outside the property)
- Bed linen - Included
- Toilet paper - Included (1 roll per bathroom)
Optional Services
- High chair - €20 per stay (upon prior request)
- Travel cot - €25 per stay (upon prior request)
Check-in/ Check-out Times:
- Check-in from 16:00 to 22:00.
- Check-out until 10:00.
- Please note that arrivals after 22:00 will be charged €25 to be paid on arrival.
Extra Charges:
- From 15 Sept to 15 June, gas consumption is charged at a rate of €6.75 per kWh.
Refundable Security Deposit: € 150
- The refundable security deposit is returned to you 2 weeks after your stay.
Christmas & New Year:
- Please be aware that for bookings over Christmas and New Year's, property managers will charge an additional damages deposit of €500, to be paid locally. Alongside this, guests are asked to sign an agreement to vacate the property immediately in case of any anti-social behavior.
Cancellation Policy:
- Cancellation fee of 20% of the booking up to 5 weeks before the holiday and 100% when the holiday is less than 5 weeks away.
