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Casa do Laranjal
Carvalhal, Comporta, Portugal
Casa do Laranjal
Carvalhal, Comporta, Portugal
Inspired by Nature, Infused with Color
This delightful villa in Carvalhal, Comporta, was brought to life by its French owner, with the help of a well-known architect and a landscape designer. The result is a sophisticated blend of Comporta's spirit with her unique – and playful – vision. The home is made up of two structures, surrounded in sweeping vegetation and views of the nearby rice fields, which lend it a breezy, organic feel.
Interiors are bright and characterful, with high ceilings, woven and weathered-wood furnishings, brightly colored ceramics, and diverse curios, from a collection of soleil mirrors to suspended birdcages and African busts. Feature we love include the audaciously technicolor dining room, the elongated pool shaded by olive trees, and the 15-minute walk to the beach.
This villa for rent in Portugal has four en-suite bedrooms, making it a very comfortable space for up to eight guests. The main house holds the master bedroom, a professional-grade kitchen, and spacious living areas. The adjoining house has the other three bedrooms. All bedrooms overlook nature, in the form of the rice fields or the flower garden and interior orange tree, after which the house is named. Outside, in the spacious, private grounds, there's a dining area with seating for eight, a barbecue, and the elegant, heated swimming pool.
AROUND
This villa for rent in Portugal is located near the village of Carvalhal, a 15-minute walk from the beach at Praia do Carvalhal, and 120km south of Lisbon.
The region in which it sits, Comporta, is in the Estuario del Sado Nature Reserve, where the Sado River meets the ocean. It's a popular destination for locals that has recently started attracting an international clientele because of its unspoiled charm and golden sandy beaches – so much so that it has recently been dubbed the Portuguese Hamptons.
The house is close to the town of Comporta, with its gorgeous 60km beach. A former fishing village, it still retains its laid-back vibe and windswept natural beauty. It's also only 20 minutes from the Tróia Peninsula, a coastal gem with lovely beaches, crystal clear waters and pine forests. Other local attractions include the Serra de Grândola, which is great for hiking and biking, the Moorish town of Santiago do Cacem, with its quaint cobblestone streets and fortifications, and the ancient Roman settlement of Miróbriga.
LOCATION
Carvalhal, Comporta, Portugal. Nearest airport: Lisbon (124km).
BEST TIME TO VISIT: May to September. Summer is perfect for enjoying the beaches, while autumn is great for exploring the region by horseback or sampling local produce and wines.
