Located in the center of Quinta do Lago golf resort, this modern villa provides a luxurious and ... [+]
No part of the world has the corner on contemporary design and luxury. Looking at the finest examples, it can be hard to tell where they are located yet easy to see the appeal.
Move over, Los Angeles, Sydney and Dubai; the Quinta do Lago golf resort community of Almancil in the Algarve region of Southern Portugal is out to rival your very best.
The impressive villa spans three floors and has been recently updated to add a sophisticated and ... [+]
Lagula Villa was built as both an architectural endeavor and a strategic investment by the resort to exemplify luxury living, says listing agent Francisco Garcia of Modern, a real estate agency in Portugal. “It serves as a tangible showcase of what potential investors can expect when considering a property within the resort.”
The residence was designed by the Barcelona-based firm Lagula Arquitectes.
One glance confirms that the villa has served the purpose well.
Designed by Barcelona-based Lagula Arquitectes, known for its emphasis on harmony between the built environment and natural surroundings, Lagula Villa makes the most of the surrounding tranquil landscape and scenic views.
Lagula Villa was designed by the Barcelona-based firm Lagula Arquitectes.
From high above, the structure appears to be a square divided into fourths with one quadrant for open-air living and others making up the 694 square meters, or nearly 7,500 square feet, of living space.
The residence was designed to maximize the peaceful landscape and picturesque views around it.
From ground level, the residence—set amid manicured hedges and lawn—has a museum-like quality. Inside, two-story-high ceilings in the main living spaces create gallery-like walls for works of art. Massive glass walls connect to terrace space.
The main living areas feature double-height ceilings that provide the perfect backdrop for artwork.
The open-plan layout of the ground floor is augmented by a separate office or TV den and two en suite bedrooms. The sleek kitchen is outfitted with temperature-controlled wine storage, multiple ovens and a long eat-at island with sink and cooktop.
The modern kitchen comes equipped with a temperature-controlled wine storage, several ovens and a ... [+]
A floating staircase leads to the three upstairs en suite bedrooms, including the primary, which has a balcony overlooking the pool. An elevator also reaches the upper level as well as the basement.
The main bedroom, one of three on the upper floor, features a balcony with views of the pool.
The lower floor contains a gym, spa room, sauna, laundry, wine cellar, sixth en suite bedroom and subterranean parking.
The heated swimming pool juts into the open-air quadrant, which has an outdoor kitchen, outdoor dining room and terrace extending beyond the four corners to create a sunny lounging platform.
On the lower floor, features include a glass-enclosed wine cellar.
The three-floor villa, built in 2018, recently underwent a renovation of the kitchen, exterior and dining room.
The asking price for Lagula Villa, is €10.99 million or about US $11.9 million.
Other amenities include a spa room.
The home is across the street from the links and close to shops, restaurants and a supermarket.
Quinta do Lago Beach, set against the backdrop of Parque Natural da Ria Formosa, is about a three-minute drive away. Faro-Gago Coutinho International Airport is about 20 minutes away.
There's also a sauna.
