A-Lister

Go off grid amidst caster-sugar dunes and hidden sandy shores with a stay at this high-style villa fringing one of Portugal's best-kept secrets – the West Coast village of Comporta.

Inside, the interiors of this newly renovated home nail the art of bohemian chic, with rattan accents and vintage pieces perfectly chiming with the laidback feel of Comporta. Each bedroom offers direct access to the sunny terraces, and kids will love the novelty of the bunkbed in the third bedroom. But that open-plan living and dining space is the clincher for us. While your nominated chef rustles up some brunch in the made-for-action kitchen, you can slide back those floor-to-ceiling patio doors and lay the table outside for an alfresco feast. Then the rest of the day is yours for hopping between the cool, blue pool and stylish, shady terraces.

When the sea finally calls, join the surfers down at Comporta's shores, backed by grass-tufted dunes, just a short drive away. Then follow the A-listers to the village's see-and-be-seen bars and restaurants – you'll be in good company.

Home truths:
*We recommend a car for this home to make the most of exploring the West Coast and neighbouring villages
*There is unrestricted private parking here
*The third bedroom has bunkbeds which are better suited to children sharing
*Though there isn't a dedicated desk here, the dining table doubles up as a laptop-friendly workspace
*The swimming pool isn't fenced, so children will need to be supervised at all times
*The centre of Comporta is a short drive away and you’ll find some restaurants within walking distance of this villa too