Set above Praia Grande within the protected landscape of the Sintra coastline, this two-bedroom house is defined by its elevated, south-facing sea views and a 2,000 m² plot within a protected nature reserve, ensuring the outlook remains uninterrupted over time and, positioning the property as a view-led acquisition where location defines value.
The house sits at the highest point of the plot, oriented toward the ocean and open sky. From this position, the coastline unfolds with breadth, with no risk of future construction altering the perspective. The surrounding land remains green and unbuilt, reinforcing a sense of separation despite proximity to the beach and main access roads.
The existing structure dates to before 1986 and establishes the current layout, with two bedrooms, two bathrooms and a living area connected to terraces and balconies. A garage level below adds additional enclosed space with potential for reconfiguration within the existing volume. Built as a wooden structure on a solid base, it offers a defined framework for a renovation project shaped around the house’s position and exposure.
Outdoor space is the defining element. The plot extends across 2,000 m², with established vegetation and a natural, slightly wild character. The house reads as part of this landscape, with terraces and garden areas positioned to engage directly with the view and light throughout the day.
Adjacent to the plot, a new hospitality project is under development on the former Quinta do Mar, scheduled to open in 2026 as a five-star resort. The project represents a significant investment in the area, bringing a curated mix of facilities and hospitality infrastructure within immediate reach.
Praia Grande is one of the most established beaches along the Sintra coastline, defined by its long stretch of sand, consistent Atlantic surf and a strong year-round presence. Along the seafront, a series of restaurants and cafés follow the curve of the beach, while to the north sits one of Europe’s largest saltwater ocean pools. Embedded in the cliffs to the south, fossilised dinosaur footprints remain visible at low tide, adding a geological dimension to a landscape already shaped by its scale and exposure.
The coastline unfolds in both directions, with Praia da Adraga to the south and Praia das Maçãs to the north, while Azenhas do Mar remains one of the most recognisable coastal settings in the region. Just above, Almoçageme supports daily life with local shops and services. A new layer of hospitality is emerging, including Marqí, and its beach club on the seafront. Together, these elements reinforce a place that combines natural scale, local rhythm and a gradually evolving international profile, all within the protected framework of the Sintra-Cascais Natural Park.
Highlights
2,000 m² coastal plot
Protected nature reserve setting
Elevated sea views
South-facing orientation
Uninterrupted ocean outlook
Praia Grande coastline
Proximity to new five-star resort
Grand opportunity



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