Villa Malu

If you are looking for a spacious, luxurious rural retreat away from it all, then the dazzling Villa Malu is a very good bet. Set on an incredible 13-acre estate surrounded by wonderful countryside near Gasparoes, this wonderful property offers blissful tranquillity and seclusion like few others. Gasparoes is located between Ferreira do Alentejo and Alijustrel in Alentenjo, with the Atlantic 67km away. In closer proximity to this stunning villa, you will find a river beach with sand, huts, sun loungers, a watersports activity centre, a children’s playground and a jetty. Lisbon is less than 2 hours away. Alentejo stretches all the way to Portugal’s southwestern coast and is generally off the radar for many travellers. It is an intriguing rural region with diverse olive groves, vineyards, flower-filled meadows, and forests sprinkled with quaint villages. The region is known for its hardy red wines, and the food is delicious, rustic and authentic. You will certainly get a taste for real Portugal when staying at Villa Malu.

Villa Malu is a sprawling modern gem boasting 6 bedrooms that sleep up to 12 guests. It will feel as though you are stepping back in time in this region through the villa that offers luxurious modern comforts. The villa is extremely roomy inside and out, with outstanding social spaces. The furnishings are stylish and very comfortable. The brilliant white exterior might lead you to think that the interior decor will be a whitewashed canvas for artwork and modern furnishings, but you will be in for a surprise. Bold statement walls and striking colour combinations are in abundance.

The gardens and terraces of Villa Malu come with a large 12m x 6m heated swimming pool, alfresco dining, a barbecue, table tennis, table football and bicycles so that you can explore the estate and area. The outlook is idyllic, with fields and greenery all around. It is so peaceful and totally private, the perfect place for families or friends that love the outdoors.

Most of the rooms are located on the ground floor. The striking kitchen boasts an excellent range of appliances, vivid blue cabinetry and a handy breakfast bar where guests can keep the chef company. The open plan living space offers comfy sofas surrounding the open fireplace and huge, wall-mounted television. The dining room is very spacious, with floor-to-ceiling doors opening onto the terrace. There is an additional living space where you can relax with your holiday read or borrow one of the books from the library shelves. Five of the bedrooms are located on the ground floor, including the master with its kingsize bed, closet and ensuite bathroom. The bathroom, again in black and blue, boasts a bath and a shower. Sliding doors open from the master to the terrace and garden, as they do with most bedrooms. There are three bedrooms with double beds and another room with a single bed underneath that pulls out. The villa offers two family bathrooms on the ground floor, one with a bath and a walk-in shower. All of the bathrooms are modern with unique colour schemes. Villa Malu also enjoys an interior patio, a bright, pretty spot adorned with plants.

The final bedroom is located on the first floor, along with an additional sofa bed and a furnished roof terrace where you can admire the 360-degree views over the countryside. Villa Malu will certainly give you the chance to relax in this splendid, rural position totally.