Oporto, Vila Nova de Gaia, Portugal

Sophisticated detached house with 445 square meters of gross private area, set on a 945-square-meter plot, featuring four suites, including a master suite with two walk-in closets, as well as two offices.

Designed by architect Pedro Balonas, a recipient of multiple awards and winner of various national and international competitions, this house allows for constant interaction with the outdoors, creating a light and serene atmosphere with stunning views over the mouth of the Porto and Gaia rivers. Characterized by large glass openings and wooden panels on all walls, this home is built with noble and classic materials that provide a warm and welcoming living experience.

On the entrance floor, there is a guest bathroom, an office, a spacious west-facing living room with access to the outdoor area, a dining room, and a large kitchen equipped with a fridge-freezer, oven, microwave, and stovetop. A wine cellar separates the dining area from the kitchen and dining room. The kitchen also provides access to the laundry room and the maid’s quarters.

On the second floor, all bedrooms are en-suite, one of them featuring a balcony, and there is a second office. The bathrooms and laundry room are finished in marble, while the hallways, suites, living areas, and offices feature natural wood flooring, except for the dining room, which, in addition to wood, includes a marble section.

On the ground floor, distinct from the upper two levels, there is the garage, changing rooms, and storage areas.

The house is equipped with air conditioning, a boiler with domestic hot water supply, heating, and a fireplace with a heat recovery system. The exterior is finished with natural stone and thermal insulation. Sliding corten steel panels allow for light control in the west-facing rooms.

Outside, at the first-floor level, there is a terrace with a barbecue area, a garden, a swimming pool, and a deck area to enjoy breathtaking views of the river and sea.

With almost exclusive access, this property is in a privileged location, offering the most striking and imposing view of Vila Nova de Gaia.

Located next to the A1 highway access in Arrábida, it is within a short distance of Arrábida Shopping, Hospital da Luz, Colégio dos Cedros, and just a 5-minute drive from Afurada Marina, the Douro River, and the ocean. Porto city center is only 10 minutes away, and the future Rubi metro line station will be approximately 600 meters away.