Quinta da Areia

Set just outside of Colares, in the lush and storied region of Sintra, Quinta da Areia is an expansive countryside estate offering scale, seclusion, and endless potential. Sitting on 14,200 m² of land, surrounded by agricultural zoning that protects its peaceful surroundings, the property commands direct views of the Palácio da Pena and the Castelo dos Mouros, high on the Sintra ridgeline. The main house is a substantial two-story ranch-style residence, with a total built area of 525 m², and an additional 100 m² of terraces - a blank canvas ready for a full personalized renovation. For those with a broader vision, an adjacent parcel of 6,123 m² is also available for purchase, offering the chance to expand the estate and unlock even greater possibilities for privacy, lifestyle, or agriculture. Included is a charming private chapel of approximately 20 m², and a 14m x 7m pool that could be restored to its former heritage or reimagined entirely. Mains water supplies the home, while a private well supports irrigation - ideal for the property's abundant mature trees, which include orange, apple, peach, loquat, plum, fig, olive, pear, walnut, clementine, and pine. The land is productive, peaceful, and protected - a rare combination this close to Lisbon.

This is an opportunity to create a private retreat, boutique hospitality concept, or a spacious family estate - with substantial square meterage inside a UNESCO World Heritage Site and National Park, a rare privilege in a region where sqm cannot be expanded or improved upon under zoning laws. For buyers looking to establish something meaningful in Sintra, this is a once-in-a-generation asset. The property is 20 minutes from historic Sintra, 25 minutes from Cascais, and 45 minutes from Lisbon, while Almoçageme and Colares are just around the corner. Praias Ursa, Grande, and Maçãs are nearby, with the vibrant Praia da Adraga just on the other side of the mountain - offering the perfect balance of rural quiet and coastal energy.