Central Algarve, Portugal

Ben Hillman is house hunting with Steph and Ian, who are looking for their dream holiday home on the Central Algarve for an ideal budget of £280,000. With retirement fast approaching, the couple would love to find an apartment with a pool that’s also in easy reach of the stunning sandy beaches of Albufeira, so that they can enjoy lots of time in the sunshine with their four grandchildren. Ben has five great options lined up, but will any turn out to be the perfect property for them and their family?