Almost three quarters of expats living in the Algarve were persuaded to move to the region because of its warm climate. That’s what foreign residents here told us when they took part in Meravista’s 2013 survey. What’s more, almost half of those who completed our questionnaire, cited retirement as a reason for relocating, and 82% percent of respondents who retired to the Algarve said that they definitely have more opportunity to enjoy their leisure time since they moved.
If you’re among the many thousands of people each year, who decide that retirement is the time to head for the sun and start enjoying a better quality of life, then let us help you find your dream home here in the beautiful Algarve.
Making the right choice for your future
Travelling around the Algarve is relatively easy and stress free, but the reality is that convenience and low-maintenance often become priorities as we grow older. When choosing a home for your retirement years, it’s worth considering what you may need in the future.
You might love the tranquillity of the Algarve hills right now, but as appealing as they may be, a remote property on a hillside might not prove be the best choice in the longer term. There are many village communities and purposely designed complexes, where your everyday needs such as shops, medical care and leisure facilities are close at hand. If you prefer somewhere a little more secluded, there are plenty of properties on offer which are out-of-the-way, without being isolated.
We’ve selected a few of the 14,000 Algarve properties currently listed for sale on our website, to give you an idea of the wide range of homes on the market. This is just a small sample of properties that we feel would be suitable for buyers looking to retire to the region.
Town house with sea view – Benagil, Lagoa
This town house is in a beautiful location, only 5km from Carvoeiro centre. It has two bedrooms, both with en-suite bathrooms, a large private roof terrace and its own parking space. It also comes with the use of a communal pool, so you can benefit from a cool dip, without having the hassle of pool maintenance. It’s for sale fully furnished at €250,000.
This apartment is one of a number of two and three bedroom homes situated on a luxury complex, with a wealth of facilities on site, and Vilamoura Marina and a choice of five golf courses just minutes away. It’s designed to provide all the comforts of modern living, including a shuttle bus service to and from the Marina. In addition, the developers have set up a senior healthcare programme in conjunction with Loulé Private Hospital. This three bedroom home is on the market for €420,000.
If you’re planning on entertaining visitors, this four bedroom house might be what you’re looking for. The property is arranged over one level and has a beautiful garden with a pool. It’s in a quiet spot that’s just a couple of kilometres from Loulé town, with its extensive range of amenities and leisure facilities. Finished to a high standard, this home comes fully furnished and is priced at €695,000.
This lovely two bedroom bungalow comes with a separate one bedroom apartment, which is ideal for guests or holiday lets. Situated in a traditional village, just a couple of kilometres from Praia da Luz beach, both the apartment and main home are for sale fully furnished and equipped at €450,000.
If you’ve never bought property abroad, you may feel a little daunted by the prospect. Don’t be! Believe it or not, for many people who retire overseas, it’s their first experience of buying in a foreign country. Buying Portuguese property is a clear and relatively simple process, particularly if you’re an EU resident. If you’re not from the EU, Portugal’s Golden Residence Permit Programme may be a way for you become a resident in the country. There are also attractive tax benefits available to some expats under the Portuguese Government’s Tax Regime for Non-Habitual Residents. Further information is available in English and in other languages, on the Government’s new website Living in Portugal.
Click here to read how one expat who made the decision to retire to the Algarve is enjoying life in the sun.
Finding the perfect retirement property
by Almonds and Oranges
Almost three quarters of expats living in the Algarve were persuaded to move to the region because of its warm climate. That’s what foreign residents here told us when they took part in Meravista’s 2013 survey. What’s more, almost half of those who completed our questionnaire, cited retirement as a reason for relocating, and 82% percent of respondents who retired to the Algarve said that they definitely have more opportunity to enjoy their leisure time since they moved.
If you’re among the many thousands of people each year, who decide that retirement is the time to head for the sun and start enjoying a better quality of life, then let us help you find your dream home here in the beautiful Algarve.
Making the right choice for your future
Travelling around the Algarve is relatively easy and stress free, but the reality is that convenience and low-maintenance often become priorities as we grow older. When choosing a home for your retirement years, it’s worth considering what you may need in the future.
You might love the tranquillity of the Algarve hills right now, but as appealing as they may be, a remote property on a hillside might not prove be the best choice in the longer term. There are many village communities and purposely designed complexes, where your everyday needs such as shops, medical care and leisure facilities are close at hand. If you prefer somewhere a little more secluded, there are plenty of properties on offer which are out-of-the-way, without being isolated.
We’ve selected a few of the 14,000 Algarve properties currently listed for sale on our website, to give you an idea of the wide range of homes on the market. This is just a small sample of properties that we feel would be suitable for buyers looking to retire to the region.
This town house is in a beautiful location, only 5km from Carvoeiro centre. It has two bedrooms, both with en-suite bathrooms, a large private roof terrace and its own parking space. It also comes with the use of a communal pool, so you can benefit from a cool dip, without having the hassle of pool maintenance. It’s for sale fully furnished at €250,000.
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Purpose-built apartment – Vilamoura, Loulé
This apartment is one of a number of two and three bedroom homes situated on a luxury complex, with a wealth of facilities on site, and Vilamoura Marina and a choice of five golf courses just minutes away. It’s designed to provide all the comforts of modern living, including a shuttle bus service to and from the Marina. In addition, the developers have set up a senior healthcare programme in conjunction with Loulé Private Hospital. This three bedroom home is on the market for €420,000.
View it now
If you’re planning on entertaining visitors, this four bedroom house might be what you’re looking for. The property is arranged over one level and has a beautiful garden with a pool. It’s in a quiet spot that’s just a couple of kilometres from Loulé town, with its extensive range of amenities and leisure facilities. Finished to a high standard, this home comes fully furnished and is priced at €695,000.
View it now
This lovely two bedroom bungalow comes with a separate one bedroom apartment, which is ideal for guests or holiday lets. Situated in a traditional village, just a couple of kilometres from Praia da Luz beach, both the apartment and main home are for sale fully furnished and equipped at €450,000.
View it now
If you’ve never bought property abroad, you may feel a little daunted by the prospect. Don’t be! Believe it or not, for many people who retire overseas, it’s their first experience of buying in a foreign country. Buying Portuguese property is a clear and relatively simple process, particularly if you’re an EU resident. If you’re not from the EU, Portugal’s Golden Residence Permit Programme may be a way for you become a resident in the country. There are also attractive tax benefits available to some expats under the Portuguese Government’s Tax Regime for Non-Habitual Residents. Further information is available in English and in other languages, on the Government’s new website Living in Portugal.
Click here to read how one expat who made the decision to retire to the Algarve is enjoying life in the sun.