An Exceptional Waterfront Penthouse In The Heart Of Faro, Overlooking The Ria Formosa

This exceptional penthouse stands as one of Faro’s most distinguished private residences, offering an expansive and carefully designed living environment including three indoor parking spaces and two storage rooms. A residence of this scale is exceptionally rare, especially in the Algarve’s capital city of Faro, where space, privacy, and location come together in a calm and understated setting.

The apartment has been recently updated with high quality materials and modern systems, including electric underfloor heating, automated blinds, large format flooring, full Wi Fi coverage, solar panels, ensuring comfort, efficiency, and connectivity throughout.

A significant glass door connects the living room, featuring a fireplace, to a wide terrace with uninterrupted views over the Ria Formosa, where shifting tides and rich birdlife create a constantly evolving natural backdrop. Bespoke double sided bookcases link the living area to the dining room, where evening city views provide a distinct atmosphere.

Accessed by two private elevators serving only two residences, the penthouse is arranged across three levels connected by an internal wooden staircase that forms the heart of the home, bringing warmth, flow, and a sense of continuity to the living spaces, creating an atmosphere that is both welcoming and comfortable, while retaining a quiet sense of glamour. The upper level showcases a creative use of the sloped roof, transforming the space into a dynamic and highly functional area, enhanced by skylights that introduce generous natural light throughout the day, making it ideal as a studio, office, or additional bedroom with its own bathroom. The lower level comprises five bedrooms, including three en suite, plus two additional bedrooms sharing a bathroom. One room has been transformed into a fabulous, climate controlled wine room, while each bedroom benefits from its own balcony.

The master suite offers a serene and private retreat, complete with a walk in wardrobe, an elegant bathroom with double shower, and a secluded terrace ideal for relaxed mornings or sun filled afternoons, further enhanced by a discreet kitchenette with fridge and oven or microwave.

The surrounding area is undergoing a significant transformation, with plans for a fully refurbished five star hotel, a new marina, and an enhanced waterfront designed for walking and pedestrian use, including a beach area and a largely car free environment. At the same time, older buildings in the vicinity are being rapidly acquired, refurbished, or rebuilt to a high standard, contributing to a broader renewal that is steadily transforming the character and appeal of the entire city.

Book your viewing today!
Energy Rating: B
#ref:APA_371