Beach Houses in Portugal

Beautiful Portugal is a gem of a country nestled between the Atlantic Ocean and Spain on the Iberian Peninsula. Holidaymakers flock to Portugal for its unique laid back charm, delightful history and rustic style of cooking that is big on fresh ingredients and simple, robust flavours! Portugal is famous for its grilled sardines, excellent wines, glorious sunshine, endless golden beaches, rugged, scenic coastline, pristine surfing conditions and wonderful relaxed lifestyle. This lovely destination boasts a rich Roman, Romanesque, Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque historical heritage that is on show everywhere you go!

These charming, contemporary beach houses are strategically dotted around the perimeter of Portugal's western Atlantic and southern Algarve coastline offering easy day trip access to many major cities and attractions! Browse a lovely selection of accommodation options with fully equipped, spacious, interiors, stylish decor and quick access to the beach. Most of the lovely, breezy beach houses on offer are just metres from the beach. Many of the beach houses feature a pleasant garden or outdoor terrace with a lovely view as well as a sparkling pool. Find your perfect beach house getaway whether you are 2, 4, 6, 8 or even as many as 12 guests!

Portugal is a paradise destination for beach lovers! With a staggering 1794km of coastline there are beaches to suit every type of beach enthusiast. Enjoy the sweeping arc of wide beach sand along the bay where Peniche is nestled on the Atlantic Coast, the gorgeous surfing haven of Ericeira near Sintra or the roaring surf of windswept Guincho on the outskirts of Lisbon, a hotspot for paragliding and kitesurfing! Along the Alentejo Coast you will find wild, rugged unspoiled, uncrowded beaches along the Costa Vicentina such as Praia de Odeceixe. The Algarve boasts gorgeous, secluded sandy coves at the foot of towering cliffs and rock formations alongside sublime golden sand resort beaches perfect for families, such as Praia da Rocha in Portimão.

If you are a lover of ancient history you will find yourself steeped in centuries of history in Portugal with so many options for exploring Portugal´s fascinating historical past! Lisbon boasts remarkable architecture like the Mosteiro de Jeronimos alongside world class museums filled with priceless artefacts. Be sure to visit the fabulously impressive 12th century Convento de Cristo, a medieval fortress in Tomar where you can immerse yourself in the history of the Knights Templar. In Coimbra, home to the world's oldest university you can see the stunning Biblioteca Joanina, listed as one of the most beautiful libraries in the world. Evora boasts exceptional Roman ruins while Guimaraes is distinguished by an 11th century castle. This and so much more awaits your discovery in Portugal!

Be enchanted by the historical charm of the narrow alleys and colourful pink, mustard and terracotta colours of the old town and hop on a horse drawn carriage ride that will take you back in time to the heyday of grand palaces! Pena Palace, the emblem of Sintra is a dramatic, yellow, 14th century fairyland castle perched precariously on a high rocky promontory that offers sublime views over the area. Explore the incredible man made gardens of Pena Palace packed with colossal trees and don´t miss the splendour of Sintra´s Monserrat and Quinta de Regaleira estates!

Head to Lisbon´s beautiful downtown Baixa with it´s stunning, iconic Lisbon tile paving. Here you will find pedestrian streets lined with elegant, colourful buildings, shops and bustling restaurants where you can try delicious traditional dishes and stop at cafes with enticing Portuguese pastries on display! Take stunning holiday photos by the triumphal arch on Praça Comércio and admire Eiffels magnificent Elevador Santa Justa as you head up the famous Rua Garrett. Be sure to stop for a coffee at the legendary A Brasileira Cafe in chic Chiado where you can watch gorgeous vintage trams squeak and rumble by on Praça Luís de Camões!

Step into the old worldly charm of the beautiful city of Porto with it´s gorgeous medieval Ribeira district packed with iconic port houses on the Villa Nova de Gaia riverbank and splendid views of Henri Eiffel´s 1880 engineering masterpiece, the Luis I bridge. Wander steep cobbled streets and discover tiny cafes and restaurants with snowy tablecloths and sparkling cutlery where you will be served wonderful traditional fare. Be sure to stop by the famous Art Nouveau, Majestic Cafe, the Art Deco livraria Lello with it´s famous red staircase and the stunning Igreja do Carmo for a photo op alongside the gorgeous blue tiled exterior!

Be enchanted by the otherworldly scenic splendour of the fabled Douro Valley, a listed World Heritage Site! Whether you choose to drive the scenic roads, take a fabulous train journey or enjoy a fabulous leisurely river cruise you will be amazed by the beauty of this lush landmark region where the river twists and turns through a deep vertical valley lined by ancient, verdant, terraced vineyards. The Douro valley is the oldest demarcated wine area in the world and you can enjoy splendid wine tasting tours here that feature renowned wines!

Fancy a trip to one of the most romantic medieval fortress towns you can imagine, perched on a high hill near the Atlantic coast? Obidos is a gem of town and a must see destination to add to your Portugal itinerary. Located just 30 minutes inland from Peniche, this is a great place to spend the day sightseeing if you want a change from spending time on the Atlantic Coast beaches. Wander tiny streets packed with historical houses, gaze out over the castle ramparts, try a shot of the local Ginja liquor and have lunch in a quaint restaurant!

Spend a couple of hours strolling about the gorgeous medieval castle town of Lagos situated along Portugal's Southern Algarve Coast. Here elegant baroque churches are nestled adjacent to quaint cobbled streets lined with a myriad of eateries where you can enjoy fresh seafood and Portuguese favourites like pork and clam stew. The coastline is dotted with some of the Algarve´s most renowned beaches. Praia do Camilo offers incredible photo opportunities alongside otherworldly rock formations and dazzling aquamarine ocean while Praia Meia offers you 4km of unspoiled golden sand perfect for sun worshipping and delightfully warm water for swimming!

If you are a nature lover the pristine, raw beauty of the 35 km Parque Natural da Arrabida will tick all the boxes. Stretching along the Coast of the Setubal Peninsula just south of Lisbon along the Serra da Arrabida ridge of mountains, this nature reserve will take your breath away! The lush landscape is rich in ancient Mediterranean plant life and deer and wild boar roam the hillsides. One of the most beautiful beaches in Portugal is located at Portinho da Arrabida and this coastline also boasts superb snorkelling conditions!