Vilamoura is one huge privately constructed resort and one of the biggest in Europe. It is situated centrally along the coastline of Algarve and is the result of an ambitious project that was initiated in the 1960s. The most important feature of Vilamoura is the 1,000-berth marina that is surrounded by some of the finest hotels, international and local cuisine restaurants, boutiques and casinos. Vilamoura has everything you can ask for in a holiday package. It has 18-hole golf courses, and offers bowling, game fishing and horse riding among many others. Vilamoura stands for Moorish village and there is a Moorish castle in Loulé and a 13th-century church in nearby São Clemente.
Availability of real estate property in Vilamoura has increased especially the marina beachfront homes. A 3-bedroom villa with swimming pool, fully furnished kitchen and 700 sq m of area costs around £404,163 to £489,179.