Approach
Casa Lorenza is a pretty white-washed villa trimmed in pastel blue and with vibrant dark blue shutters. Situated on varying levels there are small sets of stairs here and there both inside and outside and little nooks adding interest. The open-plan living space has beautiful beamed ceilings and patio doors open to the large sun-filled pool terrace and covered barbecue kitchen.
The villa is set in the lush, green area of Funchal Ridge; a sought-after hillside dotted with individual villas and with a location near both the sandy coast and Lagos city. A road winds up through trees and lawns and a small driveway turns off to the right and up to Casa Lorenza.
Ground Floor
The large open-plan living space is nicely furnished and features three different areas. The high ceilings are covered in attractive wooden beams and here there are the same white walls and patterned, tiled floors that run throughout. A cosy sitting room features a large fireplace with wood-burner, sofas and armchairs, coffee table and a large dresser with wall mirror. There is a ceiling fan to stir up a cool breeze in the summer months. An archway leads to a small staircase and up to one of the bedrooms, whilst around the corner another small staircase leads to a different bedroom. The living room space opens out to a dining area with a large oval table and chairs for six. Two sets of patio doors open either side of one corner of the pool terrace.
Adjacent is the open-plan, attractive kitchen separated by a tall bar unit. This rustic but modern kitchen is fully-equipped with a dishwasher, microwave, washing machine, fridge/freezer and oven/hob.
Outside
Doors open by the kitchen, out to the barbecue kitchen, set beneath a shaded roof to one side of the pool terrace. Here there is a built-in barbecue area
The large grounds that surround the villa and pool include green lawns, tall spiky palms and many fruit trees. There’s plenty of room to wander around and enjoy the views stretching towards Lagos.
Excellent villa in good location
Beaches, Lagos - esp. the front, boat trips, access to other coastal highlights and entertainments