Property of the week: a lakeside villa in the Algarve

This stunning villa has its own lakeside beach idealista

17 December 2021, 8:57

When it comes to luxury homes in Portugal, there are few regions more appealing than the Algarve. However, the beachside lifestyle in one of the regions many tourist resorts isn't for everyone, and if you fancy something a bit more relaxed then this week's property, a stunning villa near Estômbar, might be for you. Surrounded by gorgeous natural landscapes and hilly terrain, and sitting right on the Arade river, this property is far enough inland to grant an unparralleled sense of peace and quiet, while still plenty close enough to the more touristy destinations to give you easy access to all of the amenities they provide.

The property is built over two floors, and offers a total of 315m2 of built space including everything you will need for your luxurious life here in the Portuguese countryside. There are three expansive bedrooms on offer, and three bathrooms, as well as a stunning 460m2 plot of land that includes a beach on a private lake that allows access to the property by boat, several terraces, and even a helipad!

The villa can be accessed by boat via the Arade river idealista

As you enter the imposing front door you are greeted with a sleek entrance hall, leading on to the spacious main living area in the property. The open-plan living room has plenty of room to sit and relax, and to enjoy the views through the french doors out over the landscape, a spacious dining area off to one side, and a lovely fireplace to spend cozy winter nights in absolute comfort. Off from the living room is the expansive open-plan kitchen, fully equipped and with modern finishes. With so much worktop space, a sleek island, and a pantry, this space would be a dream kitchen for many cooks, a place to enjoy making food as they gaze out at the pool area outside and the natural beauty beyond. The ground floor also hosts the beautiful spa area, which includes a sauna, Jacuzzi, and well-equipped gym. There is also a laundry room, a safe room, a storage space, a bathroom, and the first of the property's three bedrooms.

Upstairs we will find the remaining two bedrooms, both with en-suite bathrooms. The bathroom attached to the master suite even has a double sink, large bathtub, and a steam bath. The rest of the suite boasts incredible views out over the property through its large windows, a large walk in closet, and even its own fireplace, so you can enjoy a romantic fire without leaving your room. Outside, the property's exterior space is full of little touces that simply add to the relaxed feeling that living here will grant you, including a small lake fed by subterranean springs, with its own private beach and nearby bathrooms, separate from the main villa. There is also an expansive marbled terrace area, a "Zen Terrace" to enjoy the views of the mountains in peace, and a gorgeous infinity pool, with a built in Jacuzzi.

If a peaceful country life in the Portuguese sun, not far from the tourist centres of the Algarve, sounds like something that you would like, then take a look at this gorgeous villa. It is currently for sale on idealista for 4,500,000 euros.

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