The Villa

Your Private Algarve Escape

Relax, reconnect and experience the beauty of Portugal from your own luxurious villa retreat.

Welcome to Villa Sernadinha, an exclusive, private hilltop retreat designed by architect Mário Martins. Surrounded by nature and offering breathtaking 360° views, it is the perfect place to relax and recharge. Enjoy complete seclusion yet proximity to many beaches, including the West coast, restaurants, activities, F1, and the vibrant atmosphere of Lagos. Ideal for family gatherings and peaceful escapes, the villa combines the tranquillity of a private resort with easy access to the best of the Algarve.

The space

Unique and unforgettable.

Nestled amidst the serene landscape of the southwestern Algarve, Villa Sernadinha beckons with its promise of an unforgettable retreat.

Designed to embrace the natural beauty of its surroundings, within the villa it offers a sweeping 180-degree view of the East and South hillsides. The large poolside terrace ensures maximum sunshine and protection from the western winds.

“Your memories will be picturesque and your pictures will hold memories.”

As you step into your sanctuary within the villa, you'll find yourself enveloped in luxury and comfort. The spacious bedrooms are thoughtfully designed, where every detail has been curated to provide a restful escape.

Imagine waking up to the soft hues of dawn, as the morning sun bathes the room in a warm glow, offering a picturesque sunrise to start your day.

A morning walk or jog on the private trails or country road.

Whether you seek relaxation, adventure, or simply a moment of tranquillity, Villa Sernadinha promises an enchanting, unique experience that will linger in your memories long after you return home.

Guests: 10
Bedrooms: 5
Bathrooms: 5
Private pool: Infinity
Private wellness: Gym + Spa

Aerial view of the villa with its flat roofs, courtyards, infinity pool and timber deck surrounded by planted gardens

01Architecture

White planes, glass and local stone.

The villa is composed of simple white volumes set into the hillside. A cantilevered upper terrace floats above the garden, courtyards are cut into the flat roofs, and a single olive tree marks the entrance.

White-walled entrance court framing a single olive tree beside the glass front door

Long white facade of the bedroom wing with tall narrow windows and sculptural dragon trees

Open living room with a large white sectional sofa and red accents, glass walls opening to the pool and hills

02Living Spaces

Gather, dine and take in the view.

The villa's bright, spacious living and dining areas are designed for relaxing, dining and spending time together. Floor-to-ceiling windows frame sweeping views of the Algarve countryside and fill the interiors with natural light, while sliding glass doors create an effortless connection to the terraces and pool.

Comfortable seating offers plenty of room for the entire group, whether enjoying a movie, playing games or simply unwinding after a day of exploring. The adjoining dining area provides an inviting setting for everything from leisurely breakfasts to memorable dinners together. Contemporary furnishings, colourful accents and open, uncluttered spaces create an atmosphere that is both sophisticated and welcoming.

Living room with a white sectional sofa, a double-sided fireplace and a view to the courtyard pool

Soft white sofa with red cushions and a striped throw, terrace dining chairs beyond the glass

03Kitchen & Dining

Made for cooking together.

A walnut and black-glass kitchen with a granite breakfast island, fully equipped for family meals. The live-edge dining table sits beside the pool, and a second table for long lunches waits on the terrace beside the barbecue.

Walnut and black-glass kitchen with a granite breakfast island and four bar stools

Capsule coffee machine on a black granite worktop

Live-edge timber dining table with red chairs beside glass walls overlooking the pool

Built-in barbecue on the covered terrace with countryside views — The terrace barbecue

Bedroom with a floating walnut bed, ochre throw and full-height glass opening to the pool and hills

04Restful Rooms, Beautiful Views

Five bedrooms, sleeping ten.

The villa's five thoughtfully designed bedrooms offer a peaceful and private retreat for up to ten guests. The master bedroom, with a king bed, and the queen bedroom each feature a private ensuite. The two double bedrooms share a full bathroom, while the twin bedroom has its own dedicated bathroom conveniently located directly across the hall.

Each room combines contemporary comfort with clean, understated design, comfortable bedding and calming views of the surrounding Algarve countryside. Large windows fill the spaces with natural light, while carefully selected window coverings provide privacy, sun control and restful sleep. Depending on the room, guests will enjoy elegant drapery paired with motorized blackout shades, or solar shades combined with blackout shades.

Bedroom with glass walls onto the courtyard pool, a sculptural mirror and garden views — Waking beside the courtyard pool

Double bedroom with a grid of pressed-flower prints above the bed and a velvet armchair — Botanical prints and soft grey

Double bedroom with navy bedding, a tall garden window and coastal artwork — A double bedroom with garden window

Double bedroom with a navy throw, abstract floral painting and tall window to the garden — Colour and calm

Twin bedroom with olive-green throws and a tall glass door onto the garden — The twin bedroom

05Bathrooms

Spa-inspired bathrooms.

The villa's four beautifully appointed bathrooms reflect its clean, contemporary architecture. The spacious principal bathroom offers a spa-like retreat, featuring a deep soaking tub overlooking the terrace and surrounding Algarve countryside, a generous double vanity, bidet and sleek modern finishes.

The additional bathrooms feature spacious walk-in rainfall showers, glass enclosures, streamlined vanities and warm natural wood accents. A separate powder room provides added convenience for guests. Shampoo, shower gel, hair dryers and fresh linens are provided for a comfortable, effortless stay.

En-suite bathroom with a double basin on a warm timber vanity, walk-in shower and garden window

Corner bathtub beside full-height glass and sheer curtains

Bathroom in warm limestone tones with a frameless walk-in shower and timber vanity

Long outdoor dining table running along the glass facade of the upper terrace towards the view

06Outdoor Living

Life on the terrace.

Covered terraces run the length of the house: an outdoor lounge, a long dining table facing the valley, a built-in barbecue and quiet corners for a book or an early drink.

Outdoor lounge on the upper terrace looking out over green hills and a flowering garden

Corner sofa on the terrace beside open floor-to-ceiling glass doors

Elevated view of the infinity pool passing beneath the villa's roof into an inner courtyard, with timber deck and loungers

07Infinity Pool

Water through the heart of the house.

The pool begins in a sheltered courtyard between the living spaces, passes beneath the roof and extends out to an infinity edge above the garden. Sun loungers line the timber deck.

Narrow channel of pool water running between floor-to-ceiling glass and a white wall towards the landscape

Sun loungers on a warm timber deck beside the infinity pool, a tall palm and green hills beyond

Aerial view of the villa's lower spa terrace with a barrel sauna, hot tub and fire pit on a stone-walled deck, hills beyond

08Gym + Spa

Your own private spa retreat.

Step into your own private spa retreat, designed for complete relaxation. Unwind in the warmth of the sauna, soak beneath the Algarve sky in the hot tub, or simply enjoy a quiet moment in this peaceful setting.

Whether easing into the morning or relaxing after a day of exploring, the spa brings an added touch of luxury and tranquillity to your stay. Complete the experience with the outdoor shower and gym.

09Entertainment

For slow evenings.

A separate lounge of tan leather sofas, bookshelves, a television and a chess set offers a second place to gather — and a telescope for the clear skies of the countryside.

Relaxed lounge with tan leather sofas, a timber games table, bookshelves and a telescope

Telescope on a tripod beside a window in the lounge

Textured metal artwork of three donkeys looking over a fence

10Gardens & Landscape

Where the garden meets the hills.

Gravel gardens of dragon tree, fan palm, agave and oleander surround the house, then give way to open country. A small reservoir sits in the valley below, and there is no other house in view.

Sculptural dragon trees and agave in a white gravel garden beside the house

Red and white oleander in full flower against dry hillside

Wide aerial view of the villa on a rise of land surrounded by open countryside

At a glance

Everything for a longer stay.

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Open-plan living and dining room
Floor-to-ceiling glazing
Private infinity pool
Courtyard pool section within the house
Covered terraces
Outdoor dining table
Fully equipped kitchen
Breakfast island with bar seating
Air conditioning
Bed linen
Television
Table tennis

Wide view across the pool to the house, loungers lined along the deck and a palm overhead

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Make it yours for a while.

Five bedrooms, a private pool and the hills to yourselves.

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