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| | Quinta Santo Antonio - stunning beautifully restored historical villa Next to Penhalonga resort with Cascais and Sintra close at hand | Quinta Santo Antonio: Villa for 6 - 10 people 3-4 bedrooms, large living room Surface area: 300 m2 - 3,000m2 private estate Private secluded Swimming pool, large gardens Rental rates: €1200-€2600 per week for 6 people |
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Local Guincho beach | Location
The villa is ideally situated in a rural setting, at the foot of the Sintra hills, by the luxurious Penhalonga resort. Beautiful Guincho beach, cosmopolitan Cascais and Estoril are only 6km away. This is an ideal location for nature lovers, being in the Sintra-Cascais protected National Park where building is very restricted. There is good walking, with an abundance of wild flowers, birds and animals. Yet the motorway is only 4km away, making Lisbon, Cascais and Sintra accessible in under 30 minutes. With a large private swimming pool, beautiful grounds in a 3000m2 private estate, close to the beach and the many attractions of Cascais, Lisbon and Sintra, Quinta de Santo Antonio offers an ideal setting for the perfect holiday. Restoration from an historical ruin finished in 2010, and we are now ready to welcome our first guests in splendour! |
The Penhalonga luxury resort which borders the villa provides a 5 star hotel, 2 golf courses, luxury SPA, horseback riding, tennis, bars and restaurants.
Sintra, a world heritage site with its castle, palaces and gardens set in lush vegetation and enjoying ravishing views is a lovely 15 minute car drive across the mountain.
Locally, there is a huge choice of the latest films in original language with over twenty screens in four local cinema complexes reachable within 10 minutes, as are two attractive shopping centres. The summer brings international festivals; classical music and ballet in Sintra, jazz in Estoril and fireworks in Cascais. | | Less far in the other direction is the coastal resort of Cascais, where you will find superb beaches, restaurants, night-life and shopping, as well as a charming old town with rewarding site-seeing. Lisbon is half an hour away, and with easy access to the motorway system a number of other world class cultural and historic sites make an enjoyable day trip. Lisbon boasts world heritage sites, and a rich cultural, culinary and night life.
The motorway network puts the Knights Templars’ castle and chapels at Tomar and Batalha within an easy day trip, as well as the ancient university town of Coimbra. Beaches Guincho beach, world renowned for its beauty and surfing, is three kilometres away. Estoril beach has quiter water in its protected bay. Many other sandy beaches are close by, each with its individual character. Less than half an hour’s drive North along the coast several beaches are well worth exploring, as are some excellent fish restaurants. | Golf
Two golf courses are at your doorstep! Six of Portugal’s best golf courses are within a 15 minute drive, offering new and surprising landscapes, along with first class services and facilities. Discounted green fees are available, please contact us. Portugal is a golfer’s paradise where it is possible to play almost every day of the year, with plenty to offer both beginners and advanced players. Weather
Portugal is a year round destination. Hot and sunny in the summer, with a refreshing breeze off the sea; windier months are July and August; Spring and Autumn are mild, ideal for sightseeing. Rainy days can occur in winter, but it is rarely cold. | Check Prices |
Quinta Santo Antonio - Surface area : 300 m2
Quinta Santo Antonio restoration to its former glory was finally completed in 2010. The restoration spanned over 10 years. The manor house was named after the Lisbon's favourite Saint; you will find within the private grounds many allusions to Santo Antonio, as well as ancient structures such as arches and wells. The villa was sympatetically restored, retaining its authenticity and providing a luxurious setting for an unforgettable holiday. The villa is a fine example of traditional Portuguese architecture.
The main entrance to Quinta Santo Antonio is via a spacious entrance hall. To the left, and separated by glass doors, the vast living room is found with a lovely encased fireplace providing the focal point. This glorious room has 6 separate French doors opening to the gardens in 3 different directions: whatever the time of day, light is pouring through! There is an ample seating area for 12 people. The dining area has a large table for 10; the modern functional kitchen also connect to the garden. A large TV with Satellite channels, DVD player and Stereo is provided for the entertainment of guests. Also accessed from the main hall, a guest toilet is found. A majestic staircase leads to the upstairs floor where all the bedrooms are situated. The main spacious suite connects to another room with bunk beds. From there, the en-suite marble bathroom has a bath and separate shower. There is another bedroom with 3 single beds and en-suite bathroom; the fourth bedroom has a double bed and single bed and its en-suite bathroom too. There is an additonal put-up single bed. Outside the beautiful landscaped gardens provide many relaxing moments. Many ruins have been preserved and incorporated into the garden landscaping, making this a very special place. Garden furniture and a barbecue are provided for "al-fresco" meals. There is a separate outbuilding with laundry facilities. The beautiful secluded private swimming pool of Villa Santo Antonio is the ideal setting for hours of fun or simply reading a book. The pool has its own pool house. Note: The villa is right next to the Estoril race track, where occasionally events are held, and the noise will be heard in the gardens. | |
Getting there and around
Less than two hours flight from most European cities and seven hours from New York, the house can be reached by car or taxi from Lisbon Airport in 30-40 minutes. Located in the protected national park of Cascais-Sintra, the property is only 2km from the motorway and so half an hour from Lisbon and its cultural attactions and night life. Taxis are available and cheap, and bordering with the Penhalonga resort, transport and tours from there can easily be taken. |
Amenities for Quinta Santo Antonio - Penhalonga - Cascais
3-4 Bedrooms - sleeping arrangements 8 to 10 people: 1 large double bedroom 1 small bunk bedroom - this bedroom is only accessed from the bedroom above 1 double bedroom with en-suite bathroom 1 bedroom with 3 single beds and en-suite bathroom 1 addional single bed Baby cot on request
4 Bathrooms: 1 bathroom with bath, separate shower, bidet, toilet and two sinks 2 shower rooms 1 Guest W.C. on ground floor Outside: outdoor shower by the pool
Living Area: Large living room opening to outside via 6 French doors with fireplace, satellite TV Large dining area
Kitchen: Fully equiped kitchen - Laundry machine, dishwasher, cooking stove, Oven, Microwave, Fridge freezer, Coffee maker, Toaster, Kettle, Vacuum cleaner, blender, juicer.
Outside: 3000m2 gated property - private lanscaped gardens
Barbecue, Outdoor furniture, Deckchair Large swimming pool, 8m*5m Outdoor shower and changing area
Other: Internet access (by previous arrangement) Iron, Ironing board, hairdrier
Services
Bed linen and Towels included in price Weekly cleaning included in price - Upon additional payment: additional cleaning, laundry service, babysitting, baby cot, private cook
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