Villa Festinanzo

The villa

Villa Festinanzo offers unparalleled luxury with breathtaking panoramic views of Praia de Areas, stunning interior design, and a serene, secluded location. Featured in Architectural Digest AD Spain, this contemporary villa epitomizes sophistication and relaxation. Accommodating up to 17 guests across 9 bedrooms, it combines elegance with comfort, making it a top choice among Galician beachfront villas.

Situated near Sanxenxo in the O Salnes region of Galicia, Villa Festinanzo is a short walk from the pristine, white - sand beach of Areas. The property, set on a hillside, features lush gardens, terraces, and a stunning kidney - shaped pool. The main entrance leads to the top floor with five bedrooms, three bathrooms, and a study, while the lower floors house additional bedrooms and living areas. French doors throughout offer seamless access to expansive terraces for alfresco dining and sunset views.

The villa’s interior design is a visual delight with crisp white walls highlighted by vibrant accessories and contemporary furnishings. The open - plan living and dining area showcases striking red and blue accents, while the modern kitchen opens to a side terrace with a gas barbecue. The spacious main terrace features chic, white rattan furniture and colorful cushions, perfect for relaxing and enjoying the spectacular vistas. Each bedroom offers a unique color scheme and plush linens, ensuring a restful stay. The villa also includes a specially designed children's bedroom and exceptional family bathrooms. The pool area, surrounded by sunbeds and a lush lawn, invites you to bask in the Galician sun and savor the stunning surroundings.

Areas, located east of Sanxenxo, is a serene retreat with a stunning beach just a 5 - minute walk from the villa. Sanxenxo itself boasts Praia de Silgar, a lively, sandy beach stretching west from the marina, and Praia de Baltar further towards Portonovo. Popular among Galicians, Sanxenxo is well - maintained and offers excellent tourist amenities.

The Rias Baixas region features remarkable beaches like Praia das Rodas on the Cies Islands, renowned as one of Europe’s best. For a quieter escape, visit La Isla de Ons, part of the Atlantic Islands of Galicia National Park, offering diverse beach experiences and three seafood restaurants. In Vigo, don’t miss the renowned oysters from Rua da Ostras and local street stalls. Wine enthusiasts should explore Cambados for its albarino wines and charming 16th - century architecture. Combarro, with its picturesque stone houses and traditional horreos, and Pontevedra, known for its Renaissance and Gothic architecture, are also must - visit spots. Lastly, the Ermita de San Sebastian on Isla de la Toja and Santiago de Compostela’s Camino de Santiago offer additional cultural and historical experiences, with the latter famed for its stone architecture, cathedral, and delicious Galician seafood.