About this property
Just a 5-minute drive from the beach, and 10 minutes from Cascais, Villa Lygiana makes an excellent base for exploring the Lisbon Coast and the city itself. With room for up to twelve guests and a magnificent infinity pool looking out to the Atlantic, this villa is 6km from Cabo da Roca – the most westerly point of continental Europe.
In addition to the pool, the villa includes a gorgeous terrace where you can catch some sun or enjoy a barbecue, with the stunning ocean backdrop adding even more glamour.
The interior is full of natural light, with large windows and direct access to the terrace from the spacious living area. Ceiling fans keep the seating area and dining space cooling, and you have a television and Wi-Fi to keep yourselves in touch with the outside world. A fully equipped kitchen offers the use of a dishwasher, fridge freezer, Nespresso machine and much more.
Also on the ground floor are a double bedroom, an office with two single beds, and a bathroom with a walk-in shower. Above the kitchen, a mezzanine space provides another two single beds if required.
Upstairs, the master suite comes complete with en-suite bathroom with bathtub and shower, as well as a balcony looking out to sea. On the lower floor, there are two more en-suite bedrooms, each with double bed and bath, along with a games room which looks out on the pool.
Nearby Cascais is perhaps the most popular resort on the Lisbon Coast, with a historic centre, marina and beautiful beaches.
Guincho is excellent for surfing and Carcevelos is ideal for families, while the dramatic cliffs of the Boca do Inferno, pounded by the crashing waves of the Atlantic, have become an attraction in their own right.
The Natural Park of Sintra-Cascais, which extends from the outskirts of the town right up to the coast, is particularly stunning, with the city of Sintra itself well worth exploring.
Note:
Please note that due the premium softwood floor, the landlord kindly asks to not use shoes inside the house and to be careful with their suitcases to avoid scratches in the floor.
This house has little outdoor furniture and no sun umbrella due to its windy area. There is an indoor dining table in the kitchen and next to the terrace is the appropriate dining table. The outdoor table is small and serves only for small evening meals. One bedroom has a small wardrobe and two bathrooms have no curtains.
Note:
Please note that due the premium softwood floor, the landlord kindly asks to not use shoes inside the house and to be careful with their suitcases to avoid scratches in the floor.
This house has little outdoor furniture and no sun umbrella due to its windy area. There is an indoor dining table in the kitchen and next to the terrace is the appropriate dining table. The outdoor table is small and serves only for small evening meals. One bedroom has a small wardrobe and two bathrooms have no curtains.
Hugely popular with visitors, Cascais is around 35 minutes’ drive from Lisbon, just outside the expansive Sintra-Cascais Natural Park which runs down Portugal’s most westerly fringe.
Once a small fishing village, it’s now a major resort with the facilities to match, but it hasn’t lost its charm or a sense of its history – you can still see why it was the place to be for the Portuguese nobility of the 1800s.
With none of the silliness of the capital, a day spent in Cascais is an easy-going affair. One of its key attractions is the opulent Castro Guimares Museum, featuring artefacts of Portuguese history dating back many centuries. The museum sits in the pretty Jardim Marechal Carmona gardens, and its brightly coloured, decorative facade means you are unlikely to miss it.
The Praia da Ribeira is just one of many excellent beaches in the area and centrally located. The walk to the impressive Boca do Inferno cliffs is a popular one and scenic too, while the marina area provides another pleasant spot to while away some time with a drink or two.
Around 4km north of Cascais, Estoril is a sophisticated spot famed for both its motorsport racetrack and its centrepiece casino – said to have provided Ian Fleming with the inspiration for a sure James Bond, no less. It lacks the heritage of Cascais, but if you fancy a night at the roulette wheel, or a day at the steering wheel, it’s the place to go.
Sintra, on the other hand, is not lacking in history and punches above its weight when it comes to impressive architecture. From the romantic Palacio da Pena with its whimsical details to the arabesque Palacio de Monserrate and gothic Palacio Nacional, it’s worth arranging an organised tour to learn about these sights in more detail.
You certainly won’t run out of things to see in a hurry – and if you need a break from it all, the beautiful Guincho beach or landmark Cabo da Roca provide excellent chill-out locations.
Accommodation
The Villa
Villa Lygiana is a splendid villa located in a quiet neighbourhood with spectacular sea views. There are 5 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms, and it can accommodate up to 12 people
Lower Level
- Two double bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms
- Games room
Ground Floor
- Double bedroom
- Mezzanine with twin beds
- Office room with two single beds
- Bathroom
- Toilette
- Dining & living area
- Fully equipped kitchen
- Access to the patio & poool area
First Floor
- Master bedroom with en-suite bathroom
- Balcony / Terrace
Exterior Grounds
- Swimming pool (12m x 5m)
- Terrace
- Jacuzzi*
- BBQ
*Please see Ts and Cs as the jacuzzi is available upon request only and with a supplement
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Note:
Please note that due the premium softwood floor, the landlord kindly asks to not use shoes inside the house and to be careful with their suitcases to avoid scratches in the floor.
This house has little outdoor furniture and no sun umbrella due to its windy area. There is an indoor dining table in the kitchen and next to the terrace is the appropriate dining table. The outdoor table is small and serves only for small evening meals. One bedroom has a small wardrobe and two bathrooms have no curtains.