Property Description
Monforte Villa B epitomises Goan Portuguese architectural design with its sweeping arches, sloping roofs and full-length windows that flood the home with ample amounts of natural light and fresh air. Meant to induce a relaxed and tranquil vibe from the moment you enter, the interior and exterior spaces strike the perfect balance between luxury and comfort.
Introduction:
Nestled in the picturesque landscapes of Goa, the 3-bedroom villa stands as a testament to the captivating allure of Goan Portuguese architectural design. This luxurious retreat seamlessly blends the rich heritage of Goan culture with the elegance and comfort of modern living. With its thoughtfully designed layout, exquisite detailing, and a private pool, this villa offers an enchanting experience for those seeking a truly memorable stay. Let us embark on a journey through this remarkable residence, exploring its architectural features, interior design elements, and the overall ambiance that makes it a true gem in the heart of Goa.
Designed majorly in shades of green and blue, the two-storey home features a living and dining area that opens up onto a beautiful poolside, three ensuite bedrooms, a study, a self-sufficient kitchen and a cozy terrace on the first floor. The lush greenery all around helps create an oasis of calm all across the villa. World-class modern amenities and our intuitive service will ensure you have everything you need to enjoy a hassle-free vacation.
Multiple villas in the Monforte gated community can be booked together for large get-togethers, which allows you to spend quality time with friends and family, while offering a private haven to retreat to.
Architectural Design:
The villa's architectural design draws inspiration from the colonial legacy of Goa, reflecting the influence of Portuguese aesthetics that have shaped the region. The exterior facade showcases a seamless blend of vibrant hues and pastel shades, highlighting the region's tropical charm. The villa boasts graceful arches, intricately carved balconies, and large french doors and windows, all of which are characteristic of Goan Portuguese architecture.
The entrance to the villa welcomes guests with a grand portico featuring elegant columns and a traditional tiled roof. This architectural marvel sets the tone for the villa's overall aesthetic, exuding an air of opulence and tranquility. The use of local materials such as laterite stone and red Mangalore tiles adds an authentic touch to the design, seamlessly connecting the villa to its surroundings.
Interior Design and Layout:
As you step inside the villa, you are greeted by a spacious foyer that leads to the main living area. The interior design incorporates a perfect balance between traditional Goan elements and modern comforts. The flooring is adorned with intricate patterned tiles, a signature of Goan Portuguese design. The walls showcase a blend of vibrant colors, textured surfaces, and tasteful artwork, creating a warm and inviting ambiance.
The living area is designed to provide a seamless flow of space, perfect for relaxation and entertainment. The furniture features a mix of traditional Goan wooden pieces and contemporary designs, offering a harmonious fusion of old-world charm and modern sophistication. The large windows allow natural light to flood the space, creating an airy and refreshing atmosphere.
Bedrooms:
The villa boasts three spacious bedrooms, each offering a private sanctuary for relaxation. The master bedroom is a luxurious retreat, featuring a four-poster bed, intricately carved wooden furniture, and a private balcony overlooking the lush greenery. The en-suite bathroom is a masterpiece of design, combining modern fixtures with traditional elements such as patterned tiles. The remaining bedrooms also offer a serene and comfortable ambiance, with tasteful decor and en-suite facilities.
Kitchen:
The villa's kitchen is a culinary haven, equipped with state-of-the-art appliances and a spacious layout. The design incorporates traditional elements such as ornate tiles and wooden cabinets, creating a charming and functional space for cooking and dining. An adjacent dining area provides an intimate setting for enjoying meals with family and friends.
Private Pool and Outdoor Space:
One of the highlights of this enchanting villa is its private pool and outdoor space, designed to offer a serene oasis for relaxation and rejuvenation. The pool area is surrounded by lush greenery, ensuring privacy and tranquility. Comfortable loungers and shaded seating areas invite guests to bask in the warm Goan sun or unwind with a refreshing cocktail by the poolside, this oasis offers the perfect setting.
The Neighbourhood:
Assagao is a quiet inland village known for leafy streets lined with elegant colonial villas and Portuguese-era churches like the 18th-century St. Cajetan. It’s an up-and-coming hub for creative businesses, home to design boutiques selling art, clothing, and jewelry, plus upscale resorts and yoga retreats. Trendy restaurants serve experimental South Indian, Goan, and global fare, plus organic and farm-fresh produce
North Goa is loved for its beaches, village settlements, award-winning restaurants and live music spots by both local and international travellers. It is located 40 kilometres from Dabolim Airport. There’s so much to discover that travellers feel compelled to keep coming back, year after year.
A string of laid-back beaches marks this part of the state. While Anjuna Beach is famous for its vibrant nightlife, Assagao is a quaint village with plenty of entertainment options hiding within its leafy lanes dotted with ancient, Portuguese mansions. Vagator is known for sublime, cliffside sundowner spots where you can spend hours staring at the flaming sky, cocktail in hand. Meanwhile, Ashwem and Morjim are popular with families and international tourists for its flat terrain and gentle waves. Finally, Siolim is a quiet village with historic churches, homes with traditional architecture and a lush landscape.
More information on things to do:
Your Guest Relations Manager and his team have a wealth of information about Goa and can recommend everything, from local food spots to curated walks. They’re a great resource for live music gigs and the music festivals that Goa is so well known for. A car and driver can be hired for the day (on extra charge) or shorter periods, as required. Here are some choice activities based in North Goa:
Panaji’s award-winning restaurant, Mum’s Kitchen, has now opened doors in Maravilha Resort in Assagao. Owners Suzette and Rony have painstakingly collected grandmothers’ recipes passed down through the generations in traditional Goan kitchens and hired local women to cook them. Bestseller dishes include Cauliflower Caldeen, Chorizo Chilli Fry and Pamphlet (pomfret) Kodi with Poi (traditional Goan bread).
Ping’s Bia Hoi is a Vietnamese beer garden which stocks fresh, local beers like Eight Finger Eddie and Goa’s famous craft gins, Stranger & Sons, Greater Than and Hapusa. A menu of Asian street food like dim sum and baos, salads and mains accompany the drinks. Drop in for Sunday brunch when the atmosphere is buzzing and there’s a live band playing peppy tunes.
Goans love their music and there are plenty of spots to catch live gigs in North Goa. Cantares in Saligao and The Rice Mill in Morjim are where you’ll find locals listening to jazz, Toro Toro and The Lazy Goose have great bands playing old-school covers, and restaurant Mahe has funky fusion vocalists.
Vayu Waterman’s Village is an entire complex of water sports and wellness activities located beyond Ashwem Beach. They offer surfing, wakeboarding, kitesurfing, SUP and private boat excursions. After a strenuous lesson, you can head to their Prana Cafe to sip healthy smoothies, eat local seafood and finish up with some vegan chocolate mousse.
Culture vultures looking to embrace village life should book a curated tour with The Local Beat. This responsible travel company lets you experience Goa through the eyes of a ‘gaunkar’ (villager). You’ll discover picnic spots, tiny little towns with heritage structures, and an abundance of natural beauty ranging from zorrs (natural springs) to lakes, mangroves and islands.
Goa’s hills and forests are an undiscovered treasure that you can explore with Khoj-Aao! Adventures, who specialise in backyard biodiversity. The company organises interactive wildlife walks and talks, waterfall hikes in Bhagwan Mahaveer Wildlife Sanctuary and more. Sign up for their backyard nature trail in Assagao, which takes you up a hillock and through a shrub forest and you come back enlightened about indigenous flora, birds, butterflies and more.
Swan Yoga Retreat is located on a hilltop in Assagao and managed by sanyasis (hermits/monks) who’ve trained at the Bihar School of Yoga. It offers daily drop-in classes for Ashtanga and Vinyasa Flow Yoga and also has a vegetarian restaurant, boutique and library. There’s a spa spread across open clay cottages with ayurvedic therapies, a flotation tank and a herbal steam treatment room.
The quiet lanes of Siolim are full of surprise gems like Siolim Cooking Classes, located in a traditional Goan-Portuguese house. French founder Lucie Masson starts the session with a trip to the fish market, where you learn to pick the freshest catch and then head to the school premises to make authentic Goan preparations like Prawns Caldine, Chicken Cafreal, Pork Vindaloo and Goan Pulao. The hearty, communal meal that follows is a feast for the senses.
House Rules:
Lost and found items are held for 14 days while we attempt to contact the guest. If guest contact information is incorrect or cell phone mailbox is full and we are unable to contact the guest during the 14-day holding period, the unclaimed item(s) are thrown away, given to local organisations, or disposed of as deemed fit by the management.
Guests are responsible for their personal belongings and valuables. Kindly store your valuables in safety lockers available in the rooms. Management will not be responsible for any kind of theft.
All toiletries will be provided on request.
Our staff would be happy to purchase any additional items that guests may need
Breakfast is complimentary
Guests are requested to bear with us on the check-in and check-out timings. We need this extra-time to ensure the villas are clean and sanitized for your stay
Guests, who are not checked-in or registered as guests of Wanderlust Lifespaces are not allowed to sleep or stay overnight in the villa.
Guests are responsible for his/her personal belongings and valuables. We request you to comply with the rules and regulations to make your stay in our villa comfortable.
Smoking is prohibited in the villa. We recommend you smoke outdoors/ around the pool area.
While smoking, kindly use the ashtray to dispose of cigarette buds, and take all necessary precautions to prevent a fire.
Loud music will not be allowed post 10 pm.
Check-in time will be 02:00 pm on the arrival date and check-out time will be 11.00 am on the departure date.
Requests for early check-in or late check-out would be subject to availability and at the discretion of Wanderlust Lifespaces, with additional charges.
Access to the kitchen is on prior request only and as per discretion of Wanderlust Lifespaces.
Guests are kindly advised that stag bookings are not permitted at this property.
Cancellation Policy:
For cancellations made up to 15 days prior to the check-in date, 80% of the booking amount will be refunded via the original payment mode or 100% in the form of a future credit note, which can be redeemed at the originally booked Wanderlust Villa.
For cancellations made 8-14 days prior to the check-in date, 50% of the booking amount will be refunded.
For cancellations made within 7 days prior to the check-in date, the booking amount will be non-refundable.
Standard Cancellation Policy does not apply to peak or blackout dates. Refunds are only available if 100% payment has been made.
Partial payments are non-refundable.
For additional information please refer to our Terms and Conditions
Contact Agent
Reservations Team
+91 8630-932-937