Vacation Rental Description
A magnificent 18th Century manor house, set in 4 hectares of private gardens, with an exclusive swimming pool, tennis courts and children playground . There are orchards and meadows, with vestiges of a mediaeval monastery, formal walks, a section of the aqueduct which supplied Setubal, and a ruined well where a donkey once turned the wheel which drew the water to irrigate the estate. There are far reaching views from the main terrace of the tranquil valley the house shares with similar properties, from where a monumental staircase leads down to the pool and tennis court. When you rent Quinta da Bela Vista, the whole house and gardens are for your exclusive use.
The property is divided into two houses which are accessed from either side of the grand entrance hall, with its imposing staircase, Casa Nobre and Casa do Anjo; these houses can be rented independently also. There is ample seating, antique furniture and paintings. There is also a bathroom in the hall area.
Almost every room overlooks the gardens, and the ground floor rooms have direct access to the terraces and gardens. The extensive grounds of the estate include a large pool (open May to September), a separate pool room with shower and toilet, garden furniture with barbecue, tennis court and children playground. The well-maintained gardens offer a plethora of local flora as well as ancient trees, fruit trees and grassy areas.
CASA NOBRE
Casa Nobre can sleep 8 adults, 2 children and a baby, and has 4 double bedrooms, a children bedroom, 3 bathrooms, a kitchen, breakfast room and grand dining room and sitting room.
The glory of the Casa Nobre are the dining and sitting rooms, which are so large they can accommodate parties in excess of 20 people. There is a smaller dining room, close to the kitchen. The kitchen is fully equipped. There are two double bedrooms on the upper floor, both with twin beds, one of which can become a double bed.
Facing south, they enjoy spectacular views – one to the sea. They share a bathroom, with bath and shower, and separate toilet with bidet. The private staircase descends at the back of the house to a garden floor and terrace with rural views. Here are two further double bedrooms (with twin or double beds as required), two bathrooms (one en suite, both with bath, shower, toilet and bidet), and a a private area suitable for a cot or twin beds for children.
CASA DO ANJO
Casa do Anjo is to the right of the hall. It can sleep 7 adults, 2 children and a baby, and has 3 double bedrooms, 1 single bedroom, a children bedroom, 3 bathrooms, a kitchen, dining room and sitting room. The sitting and dining rooms have large windows and open onto the gardens.
The dining room has a working fireplace and the table seats 8 comfortably. The sitting room has a desk and ample seating, a satellite TV and music centre. The kitchen is fully equipped. There are two double bedrooms with twin beds on the ground floor. Opposite each across the corridor are a dedicated bathroom with bath, shower, toilet and bidet.
On the upper floor, there are two twin bedrooms, one of which is entered via a sitting room which could serve as a bedroom for two children. There are two bathrooms, each with bath, shower, toilet and bidet. There is a further sitting area off the staircase landing.
Facilities
Cable Satellite
Dishwasher
Dryer
DVD
Kitchen
Microwave
Open Fire
Amenity Parking
Private Pool
Refrigerator
Sterio
TV
Washer
8 Bedrooms -sleeping arrangements(max. 15 adults and 5 children):
7 spacious bedrooms with twin beds, most of which can be arranged as double beds,2 bedrooms have a private sitting area which can serve as a bedroom for 2 children each.
Most bedrooms have a private bathroom
1 single bedroom
Baby cot on request
Living Area:
One very large living room seating 18 with working fireplace,
Another large living room seating 8 with working fireplace.
Large dining room seating up to 30 with working fireplace.
Two more dining rooms
Satellite TV,DVD player in both living rooms
Breakfast room for 8
Outside:
Private garden, with furniture, dining area, barbecue.
Swimming pool 12 x 5m
Pool changing room with shower and toilet
Pool house with kitchenette with fridge and changing room with shower and toilet
BBQ, table and 14 chairs, 6 chaises longues, 6 deck chairs
Hard court tennis court
Gated children's garden with swings
Activities
Adventure Sports
Biking
Playground
Fishing
Mountain Biking
Restaurant
Sailing
Tennis
Water Sports
Beaches
10km away is one of the most beautiful beaches in Portugal, ‘Portinho de Arrabida’. A sheltered cove of white sand and with pine trees as a backdrop, its quiet crystal clear waters are perfect for swimming and children, and are popular with divers for their colourful underwater life. Other sandy coves lie at the foot of the limestone cliffs.
Arrabida National Park
The mountains are ideal for walks, and organized excursions can be arranged with the local nature tour companies. In the National Park, mountain biking, fauna tours, etc. Orienteering, cycling tours, riding and aerial sports are available and provide new experiences for beginners and experienced alike.
Golf Information
Portugal is a paradise where the golfer can play almost every day of the year. Quinta do Peru Golf is a short drive away and other courses are nearby. Troia golf resort is worl-renowned and is reached by ferry from Setubal.
Owner Location Comment
With the Arrabida mountains as its backdrop, this luxury villa is set within the secure Quinta do Peru condominium and country club, surrounded by greenery and a lush golf course. Villa Peru is located in the Parque Natural da Serra da Arrabida, 5 Km away from beautiful beaches and close to Vila Nogueira de Azeitao - a small historic town surrounded by the national park and well known for its vineyards and wine cellars open to the public. Arrabida beach is considered one of the most beautiful beaches in Portugal, and boasts a natural bay with calm waters, ideal for swimming and snorkeling.
Apart from Lisbon, 30km away, Azeitão, Setubal, Palmela and Sesimbra are easily reached, making the self-catering villa an ideal base for unforgettable daily excursions.
Quinta do Peru private condominium offers all the privacy and yet security of one of the most luxurious estates in the region of Sesimbra. Within the grounds you will find the world wide recognised Quinta do Peru Golf Course which offers amateurs a pleasant game, whilst also presenting a challenge for professionals.
The luxurious self-catering villa is situated in the Natural Park of Arrabida, established to protect the beautiful landscape and rich variety of wild life, including eagles, wildcats and badgers.
The surrounding mountains are the perfect place to go for a walk, and excursions can be organised with the local nature tour companies.
The villa is very safe and secluded as it is within a gated condominium with 24 hour security.
Sesimbra, a short drive away, is a quaint fishing town, famous for its castle, beach and beautiful sea front. Palmela has a towering very well preserved castle. Setubal has excellent fish restaurants by the sea front and a ferry to the nearby resort of Troia. Boat trips are organized to watch the dolphins living in the Sado estuary.
The local white sandy beaches are as close as 5 Km and the Arrabida beach is known to be one of the most beautiful beaches in Portugal. With its calm waters, it's ideal for swimming and snorkeling.
The outdoor swimming pool for private use of guests is reached in the lower part of the private gardens.
The villa is heated in winter and the beautiful fireplace provides additional comfort and atmosphere.
Travel Options
- Nearest Airport : Lisbon Airport at 49 kilometers distance;
- Nearest Train Station : Setubal at 3 kilometers distance
- Nearest Town : Setubal at 3 kilometers distance
- Travel Info: Two hours flight from most European cities and 7 hours from New York, the Villa is reached by car from Lisbon Airport in 1 hour. Faro airport is 2.5 hours.
Quinta da Bela Vista is situated a the edge of the city of Setubal, in an area of large rural properties, and is very quiet and peaceful with an unobstructed views. A five-minute car journey takes you to the centre of Setubal. Beaches are reached in 15 minutes.
Although the Quinta is in a rural valley, the motorway system is reached in 10 minutes making this villa an ideal base for unforgettable day trips.
A car is essential to fully enjoy the many delights of the area.