Hotel Albatroz Cascais - VillaCascais

Category: Civil Architecture > Manor House

District: Lisboa > Cascais > Cascais > Vila Cascais

Location:

The building known as Villa Cascais stands in the town of Cascais, municipality of Cascais, more precisely in the central area designated as Vila Cascais. Its position is strategic, offering a direct perspective over Cascais Bay, one of the most emblematic points of the town. The property is integrated into the urban fabric of the historic area, benefiting from a setting that combines the coastal environment with the atmosphere of the fishing village that has become a prime spot on the Portuguese coast.

This central location allows one to observe the dynamics of the bay and the town's movement, while enjoying proximity to the ocean. The building's layout gives it prominent visibility, making it one of the elements that mark Cascais' coastal landscape.

Memory and Architecture:

The structure of Hotel Albatroz Cascais, VillaCascais has its roots in a 19th-century aristocratic residence. This origin gives it a distinct character, reflected in its architecture and the surrounding ambiance. The building retains the elegance and style characteristic of grand houses of the era, transporting observers to a period of sophistication and tradition.

Its design respects the classical aesthetic and refinement of past times, visible in the facade details and its placement on the terrain. It is an example that evokes Cascais' history as a preferred destination for nobility and high society, preserving the essence of its architectural heritage.

Sea Views:

One of the most striking attributes of the location is the expanse of its views over the Atlantic Ocean. From Villa Cascais, the horizon line stretches uninterrupted, embracing the vast maritime expanse. The perspective includes not only Cascais Bay in its entirety, but also extends towards the Estoril coast.

This visual breadth allows one to contemplate the transition between the blue of the sea and the sky, the movements of vessels in the bay, and the configuration of the coastline. The building's layout was designed to maximize this visual connection with the sea, making it a privileged vantage point over Cascais' coastal landscape.

License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/deed.pt