A peaceful haven for Lisbon sight-seers and culture vultures
"Next to Monsanto Park, here you have Lisbon’s highlights on your doorstep while enjoying peace and quiet." - Reviewed by Deborah
Imagine Lisbon’s bustling highlights on your doorstep while you bask in the luxury, tranquility and comfort of this captivating home sheltered within ‘the lungs of Lisbon’ – otherwise known as Monsanto Forest Park. Surrounded by pine trees, this palatial home provides a unique, peaceful setting for your city break in one of Europe’s most enchanting cities.
Originally built in 1860, the home was recently remodeled to include all the creature comforts and luxuries that discerning jetsetters have come to crave – all while exhibiting impeccable taste. There is something refreshing about the way antiques contrast with neutral, airy spaces in this home that was originally built as the residence for the Mayor of Lisbon.
Besides city, water and forest views, you are sure to enjoy the spacious exteriors which span approximately 1,000 sqm (almost 11,000sqft). Apart from the main house, there are two cozy annex buildings: one serving the swimming pool while the other provides staff quarters.
Special Features
- Private garden
- Heating
- Heated swimming pool
- Wood-burning fireplace
- Wi-Fi
- Living room with cable TV
- Fully-equipped kitchen
- Outdoor living and dining areas
- Outside grill
- Covered deck
- Large lawn
- Wood-burning fireplace
- Privacy fence
- Electric gates
- Pool house
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
Bedrooms are on the upper floor and offer beautiful views to the park and river. Beds are very comfortable with hotel-quality mattresses and headboards. You are sure to get a good night’s rest in these rooms that are decorated in grey and light blue, which fortify the air of peace and solitude.
The Master Suite connects to a small library by a short passage, together creating a luxurious executive suite or a two-bedroom suite that would be ideal for families.
MASTER SUITE 1
Sleeps 2 – King-size bed. En-suite bathroom with tub. Can be connected to the Library to make a large junior suite with shared bathroom.
BEDROOM 2
Sleeps 2 – Four-poster bed. Bathroom with bathtub is shared with Bedroom 3.
BEDROOM 3
Sleeps 2 – Two skinny twins or double bed. Bathroom with tub is shared with Bedroom 2.
LIBRARY
Sleeps 2 – Sofa bed. Shares bathroom with Master Suite
ALL BEDROOMS INCLUDE HOTEL-QUALITY SHEETS, BEDDING, TOWELS, TOILETRIES, HEATING, A/C, HAIR DRYERS, HEATED TOWEL RAILS, BIDETS AND WIFI.
Living Areas
Here, you will experience a lovely marriage between tradition and modern comfort with floors decked in light wood that contrast with marble frescos in blue and grey tones. A sense of peace and serenity permeates the home making it a lovely place to spend time with family and friends on a city break any time of the year.
Inside, you can relax on the ground floor in the main lounge or enjoy the quiet area up the stairs to read a book or enjoy a cheeky siesta. From the ground floor lounge, you can access a quaint terrace through patio doors – one of the many outside areas for relaxing, socialising and dining.
The circular pool is reminiscent of a bygone age and provides a picturesque focal point for guests.
Rental Price Includes
- Change of house linen every week.
- Gardener and pool every week
- 24/7 Ambassador service (concierge)
- Itinerary planning, pre- and post-arrival
- Wi-Fi
Know Before You Go
- Change of sheets once a week
- Plenty of outside space
- Surprisingly quiet, sheltered from a main road
- At least 5-minutes by car to tourist hotspots
- Staff quarters on site
Staff and Services
- Change of sheets once a week
- Gardener
- Pool maintenance
Kids Services & Activities
- Kid-friendly property
Pet Policy
- Dogs welcome in the garden only. There is a dog house.
Activities Available On-Site or Nearby
- Sightseeing, restaurants, wine tours, water activities, shopping, museums, historical monuments, festivals, cycling, walking, running, horse back riding, golf, tennis
Additional Services ($€£)
- In-villa chef service
- Round-trip airport transportation
- In-villa spa service
- Grocery shopping service
- Tours and excursions
- Fitness personnel
- Babysitting services
- Infant equipment rentals
- Security personnel
- Translators
- Private guides
- Other services may be available – just ask!
