3-Bedroom Villa for Sale in Fontanelas, Sintra — Modern, Light-Filled and Close to the Coast
Situated in the quiet village of Fontanelas, within the São João das Lampas area of Sintra, this modern 3-suite detached villa offers a well-considered layout, abundant natural light, and peaceful pine forest views. Priced at €720,000, it represents a solid opportunity for buyers seeking a quality family home or investment property near Lisbon at an accessible price for the Sintra market.
Location: Fontanelas, Sintra
Fontanelas is a relaxed residential village set within the Sintra municipality — a UNESCO World Heritage region valued by international buyers for its natural parks, historic character, and proximity to both Lisbon and the Atlantic coast. The village offers a genuine sense of calm while remaining well connected to everyday amenities and services.
Praia do Magoito, one of the most scenic unspoiled beaches in the Lisbon region, is just 7 minutes away by car. Lisbon city centre is reachable in approximately 30 minutes, and Lisbon International Airport in around 35 minutes — making this an entirely practical location for families, remote workers, and buyers looking to balance coastal living with city access.
The Property: Layout & Light
This independent detached villa spans 180 m² gross across two floors, with 168 m² of usable living space on a 1,535 m² private plot. A south-west orientation ensures excellent natural light throughout the day, particularly in the afternoon and evening hours — a quality that makes the interiors feel open and welcoming year-round.
The ground floor features a wide entrance hall that leads into a fully equipped modern kitchen and a generous living room. A guest bathroom completes the ground level.
The entire first floor is dedicated to three en-suite bedrooms, each with built-in wardrobes and views over the surrounding pine forest. The all-suite configuration on the upper level gives every bedroom its own private bathroom, a practical and increasingly sought-after feature among buyers in this price range.
A terrace extends the outdoor living space, offering a comfortable spot to enjoy the pine forest setting and the mild Sintra climate.
Development Potential
One of the more distinctive features of this property is the option to build an additional annexe of up to 150 m² within the existing plot. This opens a range of possibilities — a guest house, a home office, a studio for rental, or simply additional living space for a growing family. At this price point, that level of flexibility is genuinely uncommon in the Sintra market.
Investment Appeal
Properties in the Fontanelas and São João das Lampas corridor offer good value relative to other parts of Sintra while sharing the same access to beaches, natural parks, and Lisbon. The combination of a modern build, all-suite layout, development potential, and coastal proximity makes this villa a well-rounded proposition for both owner-occupiers and investors targeting the mid-range buy-to-let or holiday rental market near Lisbon.
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