Sal, Cape Verde

Accessible, with European furniture, this is a lovely, large 2-bedroom ground floor apartment in the peaceful Coprosma community of Vila Verde. There is ample outside space with views of the gardens and pool, enjoying a choice of sunshine and much-needed shade beneath tropical trees. The apartment is one of the closest to the beaches of Algodoeiro (Bikini Beach) and Ponta Preta, with a west-facing terrace off both bedrooms giving a great view of the sunset. You have the choice of views, sunshine or shade, all day.

Properties in Coprosma do not come onto the open market often. This is a happy community with a mixture of residents and tourists, those who overwinter to enjoy the warm, year-round sun and those who live here full time. Those looking for an investment opportunity can rent out this property with the appropriate AC licence. Coprosma is not just close to the beaches, it has its own working pool, and is only a minute's walk from the free shuttle bus stop, and less than 5 minutes from Vila Verde supermarket. Step free, it is particularly suitable for families or more mature couples, and anyone with accessibility needs. Coprosma is a great place to call home. It is NOT for those who want all-night parties and aqua aerobics by the pool, though both are available in the nearby west coast resorts.

The accommodation, offering c.133m²of indoor-outdoor living, comprises:

Entry hallway with built-in floor-to-ceiling cupboards and entry phone

Bathroom with shower to the right

Open plan living and dining area with excellent imported furniture, large extendable table, sofas, pouffes, etc

Fully-fitted kitchen with induction hob, integrated microwave and conventional oven, American-style fridge freezer, new washing machine and stylish new cupboard fronts

Double-glazed patio doors with shutters and flyscreens from both the kitchen and living area leading out to

Large patio overlooking the gardens and pool, complete with patio furniture

Back to the hallway, you have a large twin bed with its own terrace, giving privacy for each guest or resident

Master bedroom with floor to ceiling wardrobes, also leading out onto the terrace.

Ensuite bathroom including bath with shower over, bidet and WC in excellent order.

Though there is air-conditioning throughout, the apartment is very airy with a great through breeze once the patio doors and bedroom windows are open. With fly screens included, you can enjoy the cool without worrying about insects.

Vila Verde offers a luxury, peaceful alternative to town or beach-front hotel resorts. It is ideal for those seeking European standards of accommodation, 24-hour security, elevators in all blocks, regular shuttle buses, a great supermarket and a short walk/free shuttle to the beach. With wide boulevards and beautiful gardens, Vila Verde is fully completed and aspirational for many. In Vila Verde, owners are free to do as they wish with their property, so this could be a retreat from the winter, a holiday rental, long-term let or permanent residence.