Quinta da Bela Vista/Galoé – Setubal

Near the magnificent beaches of the Arrabida national park, 40 minutes from Lisbon

Quinta da Bela Vista: Villa for 16 – 20 persons (max 16 adults)
8 Bedrooms, 8 bathrooms
Large living rooms, 2 separate kitchens
Private swimming pool, tennis and garden
Surface area: 550m2 – 4 hectare garden

Quinta da Bela Vista/Galoé – Setubal – Surface area : 550 m2

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 over the peaceful valley, which 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. 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. 

Casa Nobre is to the left of the hall. It can sleep 9 adults, 2 children and a baby, in its 4 double bedrooms and a children bedroom. It has 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. The dining room faces South over the terrace with two large windows. It is entirely painted in frescoes by an Italian artist who worked in Portugal in the second half of the last century. These depict local scenes: the mountains and Castle of Palmela; the cliffs and beach at Albacol; the salt being harvested in the salinas (salt marshes); and a donkey drawing water from the well whose ruins can still be seen on the quinta. The dining table seats 14 comfortably, but this extends to 30 if the other tables in the room are also used.

There is a smaller dining room, with rural views over the terrace to the rear, which is suitable for more intimate dining or breakfast, due to its proximity to the kitchen. The kitchen is fully equipped with gas oven and four ring hob, microwave, fridge freezer, dishwasher, washing machine, kettle, toaster, coffee maker, and ample crockery, glass, cutlery and cooking equipment.

The grand sitting room with its ancient portuguese tiles and magnificent fireplace is at the west end of the house with tall, shuttered windows and French doors onto the terrace on three sides. This is an ideal room for large groups to meet and relax, also enjoying the terrace and garden when the French doors and windows are thrown open, where it can seat up to 24 people. There is a backgammon table, satellite TV and DVD.

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 is to the right of the hall. It can sleep 8 adults, 2 children and a baby, in its 4 double bedrooms and children bedroom. It has 3 bathrooms, a kitchen, dining room and sitting room.

The sitting and dining rooms form the eastern end of the house, have large windows and French doors opening onto the terrace on three sides, and are joined via an arch with folding doors. The dining room has a working fireplace and the table seats 8 comfortably; this dining room can double up as a bedroom for large groups, making a total of 9 bedrooms when the whole house is rented. The sitting room has a desk and ample seating, a satellite TV and music centre.

The kitchen is fully equipped with gas oven and four ring hob, microwave, fridge freezer, dishwasher, washing machine, kettle, toaster, coffee maker, juicer and ample crockery, glass, cutlery and cooking equipment.

There are two double bedrooms with twin beds on the ground floor, with South facing French doors onto the terrace and antique furniture. 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.

The extensive grounds of the estate include a large pool (open May – Sept), a separate room with shower and toilet, garden furniture with barbecue, a 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.
There is ample storage space and safe parking for 10 cars or more.

Quinta da Bela Vista is a perfect choice for a relaxing holiday away-from-it-all, or as a base for day trips. The grand gardens await you for days spent lingering by the pool or playing tennis, and evenings spent lingering over a glass of wine on a villa steeped in history.

Amenities for Quinta da Bela Vista/ Galoé

8/9 Bedrooms – sleeping arrangements (maximum 16 adults and 4 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 triple bedroom with 1 single bed and bunk beds
The living room of Casa do Anjo can convert in a bedroom for large groups
Baby cot on request

Bathrooms
8 bathrooms – some with bath, some with shower and bidet

Living Area
1 very large living room seating 18 with fireplace
Another large living room seating 8 with fireplace
1 large dining room seating up to 30 with fireplace
2 more dining rooms
Satellite TV, DVD player in both living rooms
Breakfast room for 8

Kitchen
2 Fully equipped spacious independent kitchens
Dish washer, Laundry machine, , Cooking stove, Oven, Microwave, Fridge freezer, Coffee maker, Toaster, Kettle, Vacuum cleaner.

Outside
Private garden, BBQ, table and 14 chairs, 6 chaises longues, 6 deck chairs
Swimming pool 12 x 5m
Pool changing room with shower and toilet
Pool house with kitchenette with fridge
Hard court tennis court
Gated children playground with swings
Many patios and grand staircase
Covered car parking area for 10 cars

Other:
Wireless internet access
Iron, Ironing board, hairdryer
In order to encourage responsible usage of energy and water, energy consumption above €10 per day will be charged at cost

Services
Bed linen and towels included in price
Price includes final cleaning 

Location
The villa is about 1,5km from the centre of the pleasant sea-side town of Setubal, in a quiet rural valley shared with similarly grand estates.

The Quinta is at the edge of the beautiful Arrabida National Park which stretches all the way to the coastline and beautiful beaches. The Park was established to protect the beautiful landscape and rich variety of wildlife, including eagles, wildcats and badgers.

Apart from Lisbon, 40km away, Azeitão, Palmela and Sesimbra are easily reached, making the self-catering villa an ideal base for unforgettable daily excursions.

Azeitão, 10km from the villa, is a lovely village chosen by the nobility to build their Palaces and Quintas, due to its beauty, climate and abundant fishing and game. Some of these can still be visited today together with the various vineyards.

Setubal, walking distance from the estate, is a beautiful sea-side town, with 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. Setubal has its own rich cultural life.

Palmela has a towering very well preserved castle.

Beaches
3,5km away, just outside Setubal, guests will find lovely beaches facing the beautiful Troia Peninsula.
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. Praia da Figuerinha offers sport fishing, windsurfing, and sailing and has vast sand banks at low tide.

Nautical sports
For diving, the local beach has of the most interesting diving in Portugal with its grottos and abundant marine life. Sailing, windsurfing, canoeing and rowing can all be practiced in the safe bay. Golf.

Gastronomy and wine tasting
The region of Setubal is famed for its gastronomy. The local gastronomic festival is held from June to September. Fresh grilled fish is an inexpensive delight. Five formal wine routes have been devised in the Setubal peninsula by the ‘Rota de Vinhos’ association, combining wine tasting with sightseeing, arts and nature.

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, and bird watching are organised. 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.

Getting there and around
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.

Prices are quoted for up to 16 people. Add €100/week per additional person (maximum 16 adults and 4 children)
During peak season: normal turnover day is Saturday and surcharge may apply for rentals of less than 2 weeks
Booking conditions: 20% minimum paid at time of booking and balance 2 months before arrival
Security Deposit: €600, refundable at end of stay

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