If you’re looking for something really special with sublime views, then Villa Beatrice ticks all the boxes. With a palatial, Portuguese design, this four-bedroom villa has a sweeping outdoor staircase which leads up to bedrooms overlooking the sea. Think gleaming whitewashed walls with contrasting sandy terracotta tiles.

A ten-metre private lap pool curves out directly from the living room patio doors onto a manicured lawn, complete with a tropical straw parasol and sun loungers. An outdoor mosaic tiled shower at the poolside allows you to dip in and cool off as often as you wish. It really does offer maximum chill factor.

Indoors, light, elegant décor, lots of glass windows and an open plan design, create a summertime vibe. Cream sofas and light wooden furniture fill the downstairs living space, with an internal staircase leading to the upper floor. With four bedrooms, upstairs both are ensuite and the two twin bedrooms on the ground level share a bathroom. 

The laid back pace and warm welcome of the Sao Rafael locals will have you relaxing in no time. With a peaceful, sandy shore, Praia Grande beach is great for kids as it has a separate kid’s playground. There are also pedalos and kayaks to rent along the shore. Golf enthusiasts will love the several world-class golf courses nearby too.

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