HouseSintra (Portugal)

This remarkable four-bedroom modern home, designed in 1974 by architect João Vasconcelos Esteves, retains many of its original mid-century design features. Positioned on a tranquil cul-de-sac atop a hill overlooking Sintra, it boasts a spacious terraced garden with a pool and a central patio.The house is nestled in a peaceful, secluded plot behind a long driveway, and includes original features including wooden-framed windows in tropical hardwood, terracotta floors, original wooden doors and cabinets, and an open fireplace. Characterised by a brutalist natural stone facade, the spacious entrance doorway, adorned with original wooden panels, leads to the ground floor, which houses the living spaces. Expansive windows flood these areas with natural light and panoramic views, creating a seamless connection throughout the home.The living areas are arranged in a U-shape around the expansive central patio, which serves as the focal point of the house. Sliding windows seamlessly connect the indoors with the adjacent patio, creating a smooth transition between indoor and outdoor spaces. The patio's calçada stone flooring is adorned with wave-like patterns reminiscent of the Copacabana boulevard and is equipped with a custom designed barbecue, ideal for outdoor entertaining. The homes sprawling terraced garden is complete with a swimming pool, fruit trees, and a charming dining area.On the ground floor, a newly designed kitchen is equipped with a Bora hob and Porcelanosa wooden cabinets, complemented by granite countertops. The spacious living room features an original 5-metre fireplace, boasting a curved concrete countertop that spans the entire width of the living room, serving as a striking focal point.A wooden staircase leads to the second floor, offering views of the city and mountains, where three bedrooms and two bathrooms are located. Each bathroom features double sinks and Marazzi tiles on the floors and walls. On the ground floor of the rear wing, there is a studio that could be used as a playroom or guesthouse complete with a living space, kitchenette, bedroom, and bathroom, and it overlooks the garden.Equipped with modern amenities, including a heating system, solar panels, and new double-glazed windows, the home can be purchased fully furnished for 1,350,000, making it a seamless and convenient choice.Sintra, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is located just 35 kilometres away from Lisbon. The home is a ten-minute walk from Portela da Sintra, a picturesque village at the bottom of the hill. The area offers hiking in the wooded mountains of the Serra da Sintra Natural Park and surfing or swimming on the West Coast.