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Beachfront Penthouse Apartment with fabulous sea views

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On the beach
Exterior
Marina
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi
Interior

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 4105 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Cabanas de Tavira, Faro District
  • Place, Ria Formosa Natural Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Tavira Castle
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Old Town
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Faro (FAO-Faro Intl.)
    ‪46 min drive‬

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About this property

Beachfront Penthouse Apartment with fabulous sea views

'Starboard View' is a well-appointed duplex apartment with stunning sea views overlooking Cabanas Island and the beautiful Ria Formosa Natural Park. Furnished to a high standard, the apartment comprises of 2 double en-suite bedrooms with air conditioning and fitted wardrobes, a separate bathroom on the lower floor, lounge/dining room with balcony, utility area, roof top terrace and a private underground car park.

The fully equipped kitchen includes an oven, dual gas/electric hob, microwave oven, fridge/freezer, kettle, toaster, coffee machine, juice extractor and dishwasher. Other amenities include free wi-fi, washing machine, iron & ironing board, hairdryers and a vacuum cleaner. There is also beach equipment, sun umbrellas and 2 sun loungers.

The spacious lounge / dining room has a large screen TV with 150 local and international channels, DVD player with sound bar, 2 sofas, coffee table, dining table with 6 chairs and air conditioning. The lounge balcony has a bistro-style table with 2 chairs whilst the roof top terrace has a larger table with 4 chairs.

Water taxis to Cabanas Island are only a 1 minute walk away and the short crossing provides access to 7 km of beautiful unspoilt beaches which have lifeguards in designated areas in high season. On the island is a café-bar, showers, toilet facilities and sun beds with umbrellas are available for rent.

There are numerous other outdoor activities to enjoy that are also within a short walking distance, include bike hire, kayaking, boat trips, kite surfing, fishing trips, coastal walks and bird watching. There are 5 golf courses only a short drive away.
During your stay at this apartment building, you're just a quick walk from Ria Formosa Natural Park. Features include free WiFi in public areas, plus a rooftop terrace and laundry facilities. The apartment includes amenities such as free WiFi and a kitchen.
  • Air-conditioned apartment with kitchen, washing machine and 3 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include laundry facilities, a rooftop terrace and a terrace
  • Steps from Ria Formosa Natural Park and a 3-minute drive from Cabanas Beach
Beachfront Penthouse Apartment with fabulous sea views offers its guests a rooftop terrace, barbecue grills, and laundry facilities. Public spaces have free WiFi.

This Tavira apartment is smoke free.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Freezer
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Rooftop terrace

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 1,130 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

The fireplace in the lounge must NOT be used.
No portable barbeques or candles permitted.
Have a wonderful vacation!!

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: A travel cot & bedding is available for an infant.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.
Property Registration Number 083275/AL

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Beachfront Penthouse Apartment with fabulous sea views Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 38 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 38 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 38 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 38 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 38 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shaun M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful, clean and spacious apartment in the most perfect location. Excellent communication and we shall be returning!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyable as ever.
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

myra o.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent location

We loved our 3 night stay. House was perfect for us 4 adults. An excellent location with water views. Lovely selection of restaurants nearby and an easy water taxi to the beautiful beach. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mair J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cabanad

Very convenient with lovely biews
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great apartment. The location is perfect, a few minutes walk to bars and restaurants. The promenade is outside the door. The view is wonderful. Will be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ifor J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The perfect waterfront location for a stay in Cabanas

Our second stay at this apartment, which is perfectly positioned on the edge of Cabanas, overlooking the waterfront and open countryside. Everything you will need is close at hand, secure off-road parking is provided, and arrangements for picking up and leaving keys were excellent. We will definitely want to visit again!
Stayed 12 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The views in this apartment are amazing! The apartment had everythung we needed, at night its nice and quiet. Hughly recommend. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Murray H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very enjoyable stay

We spent a week enjoying everything about Cabanas including this apartment which was exactly as the pictures and description advertised and had everything we needed. Not all the shops and restaurants were open during our stay (last week of January) but we still had great options. We would be more than happy to stay in this picturesque location again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Miguel D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just perfect!

Property well located, with all the necessary amenities for a good stay. Excellent views over the estuary and good sun exposure. Very close to the boats to the beach and support structures such as a supermarket, market and restaurants.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sharon Currie

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cabanas stay

Highly recommend this property. Perfect location. Stunning views. The apartment was cleaned to a very high standard. We like to self cater so we were impressed by the well equipped kitchen. Cannot fault it. We will be back.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mina R.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Restorative getaway

We just had the best time! Quiet, clean, spacious, panoramic views with plenty of little outdoor balconies or terrace nookies. The air conditioning was wonderful. My only regret was not to be able to use the jaccuzzi with hot water. Hopefully Nick will fix it by the time I come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Hilton L.

Liked: Check-in, communication

Property needs money spent.

Beds were uncomfortable, mattresses need replacement. Coffee machine not working. Second bedroom is only really suitable for children. Kitchen equipment generally needs attention.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Ann S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a lovely stay at this apartment. Cabanas is a charming town with several good restaurants, and the apartment is ideally located at one end of town — just a short walk from shops, eateries, and the boat to a stunning sandy beach.The apartment itself is spacious and bright, with comfortable furnishings and several windows offering sight of the water. The terrace off the living room is a particularly pleasant spot to enjoy a morning coffee or an evening drink. While the direct view of the water from the living room is currently somewhat obscured by a tree, the setting remains peaceful and relaxing.The kitchen is well equipped, and having access to secure underground parking was a real bonus. One small thing to note is that there wasn’t a welcome pack or basic information provided in the apartment — details like where to find the bins or any starter supplies would have been helpful.Nick, the host, responded quickly to emails before we booked and has also been very receptive to a couple of suggestions we made following our stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kat S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Blick auf Ria Formosa vom Wohnzimmer aus. Wunderschöne Spaziergänge in der Natur, direkt vom Haus aus möglich.Netter Kontakt mit dem Gastgeber Nick.Reservierter Parkplatz in der Tiefgarage.Wir haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt und würden die Wohnung jederzeit wieder mieten.
Stayed 11 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carlos P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Estadia

Simplesmente top!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fernando M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Situación del apartamento excelente

Lo peor fue la cantidad de correos electrónicos enviados y recibidos. Demasiados. Todo lo demás ha sido excelente y sobre todo situación del apartamento y las vistas desde el mismo.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Frédéric O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Un excellent rapport qualité-prix-nature

Pour ceux qui préfèrent cette partie de l’Algarve bien moins urbanisée, l’appartement de Nick est très pratique et confortable pour une famille. Au bord de l’eau, dans un quartier pas trop dense fait d’immeubles modernes bas, la résidence dotée d’un parking se trouve à deux pas des plages « au naturel » de la Ria Formosa et de la charmante ville de Tavira où il est très sympa d’aller le soir.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Gonzalo F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Muy buena

Muy bueno
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashok M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Voyage

Very nicely laid out, spacious and clean.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Lovely clean well equipped , nice fixtures/fittings, overlooking waterfront, peaceful & laid back , 2 terrace incl one on rooftop with charcoal grill, nice restaurants just around corner
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emma S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excelente Apartamento

Excelente propriedade: localização premium, perto dos barcos que nos levam à praia. Tem uma vista magnífica para a Ria Formosa e para a praia. Zona tranquila. A casa está equipada de forma inteligente e funcional: tem tudo, sem excessos, sem inutilidades. A decoração é leve, conferindo à casa um ambiente confortável. O proprietário foi sempre de grande simpatia e disponibilidade. Há muitos anos que passo férias em Cabanas e esta é sem dúvida a propriedade que se destaca das outras de forma positiva.
Stayed 21 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Ricardo J.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Feedback

Dois pontos que eu sugeria melhorar 1. Limpeza da propriedade semanal, mesmo em reservas mais longas 2. Pequena descrição da propriedade no checkin
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

José R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Férias Maravilhosas!

Casa fantástica, vista maravilhosa!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

carla f.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Maravilhosos dias de férias

Foi tudo excelente! Desde a comunicação com o proprietário, à casa que está numa excelente localização e com tudo o que precisamos e com uma decoração muito bonita, ao kit de boas vindas. Foi tudo muito bom! A regressar e a recomendar!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brenda H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cabanas

Great location, lots of room, quiet, listing as advertised
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2020