Quinta Patiño Unique PropertyCascais, LI *** Portugal

Quinta Patiño retains an atmosphere of discreet and elegant luxury and is to be considered the most private and exclusive residential gated community estate in Portugal. The estate "Quinta" was once a royal retreat, purchased in the 1950's by the Bolivian billionaire Antenor Patiño where he built his palatial home and gardens. Years later, his wife decided to build another house in the grounds of the quinta, more functional and adapted to modernity in order to have greater comfort. Inserted into a plot with 22,769sqm the residence of Mrs. Patiño, with 1.727sqm of living area comprises a total of 15 bedrooms, nine of them in the main house, en suite, and a magnificent social area with an imposing living room, dining room, library and several covered terraces leading on to the garden. The service area has several divisions including 4 bedrooms, being able to accommodate a great number of staff members. There is also a separate caretaker’s house with 2 other bedrooms. Thanks to its many and charming environments, this house provides fabulous conditions for receptions. The whole house is surrounded by marvelous well tended gardens where we find the greenhouse, the swimming pool and a lovely pavilion serving this area. Both construction and the level of finishes are top quality and in excellent condition. Estoril Golf Club is adjacent and close by are the renowned courses of Penha Longa and Oitavos, amongst others. Lisbon with its ancient and modern culture, charm and characteristic light, is less than 30 km. The fairytale town of Sintra and the Portuguese Riviera of Estoril and Cascais is within 5 minutes driving. This is a unique house, with distinctive elegance and timeless value.