Surrounded by glorious countryside and offering sea views as far as the eye can see, is contemporary Villa Mauro. This holiday home is located within a quiet, rural village in the Sesimbra region, with several beautiful beaches a short drive away.
The neutral décor employed throughout Villa Mauro makes it a serene and relaxing place to call home during your stay in this lovely area of Portugal. As well as showcasing plenty of modern design by way of its features and furnishings, the villa’s more rustic touches create a timeless and welcoming atmosphere.
Villa Mauro’s light and spacious accommodation are set over two floors. On the ground floor is an air-conditioned, open-plan living-dining room that offers direct access to the outside space. The living room features two areas, with one being ideal for sitting by the fireplace with a drink on cooler evenings.
The main area features two comfortable sofas and a flat screen television for enjoying family movie nights. There are two dining tables, meaning up to 10 people can be seated all together. The fully-fitted kitchen has every convenience you could need, such as coffee machine, dishwasher, microwave and oven. It also features sliding doors that lead straight out onto a terrace with outdoor seating and a dining table.
The four bedrooms are all designed with your peace and comfort in mind. Bonuses include air conditioning and either blinds or shutters at the windows. Three of the bedrooms have a double bed each, with the fourth bedroom featuring two single beds that can be converted into a double. Two lovely bathrooms complete the accommodation on this floor.
To the first floor is an office/livingarea with desk, sofa bed and television. It’s a laidback place to either catch up on some work or enjoy some quiet time alone. And with direct access to a spacious balcony terrace, you could just come up here to soak up the sea views.
There is also a terrace for relaxing and dining directly outside the villa that is home to a private pool and several sun loungers. As well as this, there is a bathroom with toilet and shower, a covered dining area, an outdoor kitchen and barbecue. A lawned area is a perfect place for the children to kick a ball around and for everyone to soak up the idyllic atmosphere.
What Oliver loves...
The villa’s unspoilt, rural setting, with beautiful countryside all around
Modern features and furnishings throughout the villa’s bright and airy rooms
The especially stunning views from the first-floor office/lounge space
Just a five-minute drive away is the coast, with plenty of beaches to enjoy
What you should know
Although other properties are nearby, you aren’t overlooked
The villa sits by a country road, but it’s hushed
There’s private parking for up to six cars
Please note that groups of young people (up to 30 years are not permitted).
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The Local Area
About the surrounding area of Villa Mauro
Walk to Village
Beach Nearby
Walk to Restaurant
Villa Mauro enjoys a peaceful setting within a rural village, surrounded by rolling countryside. Despite this relative seclusion, there are several restaurants and cafés less than a 10-minute walk or five-minute drive away. This means it couldn’t be easier to head out for lunches or evening meals.
Also quick and easy to reach are the beaches along the nearby coast, with a 10-minute drive bringing you to beautiful spots such as Praia da Baleeira. This somewhat secluded beach is also wonderfully wild and offers stunning scenery and views. It features rocky outcrops and is more suited to walking than sunbathing. If you do decide to explore the sea here, you’ll find it ideal for snorkelling as the water is so clear.
The town of Sesimbra is around a 20-minute drive from the villa and is where you’ll find lovely sandy beaches and plenty of history to explore. California Beach is one of the most popular places to lay a towel down on or take a stroll. The sea is relatively calm here, making it ideal for swimming.
It can get a little busy at peak times but head down to the far end of the beach to enjoy the quieter, shaded areas by the rocks. There are many seafront seafood restaurants to choose from when lunch time comes round. The historic highlight is the 13th-century castle that sits high above the town.
Forty-five minutes away by car is Setúbal, a lively port city with a long and rich history. The waterfront is a great place to relax while watching boats coming and going, and the city centre is awash with a traditional atmosphere. Climb up high above the city to the Fort of São Filipe and be rewarded by spectacular panoramic views of the surrounding area.
The Region
Please be aware that the location tab shown on the website is not based on the property's exact location; therefore, all location amenities are an approx of facilities, restaurants, and villages/towns you might find around the property. The property's exact location will be provided to you before arrival and might come along with some recommendations about the area and what to visit.
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