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. This is a unique 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 another side of the mountain — offering the perfect balance of rural quiet and coastal energy.

Sitting on 14,200m² 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 ridge-line. The main house is a substantial two-story ranch-style residence, with a total built area of 525m², and additional 100m² of terraces — a blank canvas ready for a full personalised renovation. Included is a charming private chapel of approximately 20m², 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. Thanks to our in-house construction and planning teams, LandingPad is perfectly positioned to represent the interests of all potential buyers, as well as discuss renovation options, budgets, and timelines — offering end-to-end support to bring your vision to life.