Set within Cunchelim’s layered greenery, Josephine Estate carries an understated grace. Its century-old Portuguese façade offers only a hint of what lies within – a home where light, air, and space unfold at their own pace. Here, the landscape doesn’t frame the architecture; it softens it, drawing the estate into the unhurried rhythm of Goa’s hinterland.
Pool Area
Outside, restraint shapes the experience. Red laterite walls, restored with care, hold their monsoon-worn patina. Shaded verandahs settle comfortably into the afternoon light. A quiet pool sits beside garden beds and open sit-outs, forming small moments of pause that feel naturally part of the land.
Living Area
Inside, the estate reveals its scale with intention. Triple-height ceilings lift the volume of the home, and a tree rises through the central atrium as though the structure was shaped around it. Hand-cut stone in warm umber tones, lime-plastered walls, carved wooden columns, aged teak, and restored armour establish a palette that is timeless and grounded. Rooms flow into one another with ease; intimate lounges, dining spaces, and quieter corners designed for both togetherness and quiet living.
Dining Area
Every detail reflects a clear commitment to heritage without compromising comfort. Josephine Estate feels less like a restoration and more like an old world rediscovered – familiar, lived-in, and quietly elevated. A place where history isn’t preserved behind glass, but invited to breathe within the architecture.
Courtyard
Living here isn’t simply inhabiting a home; it is becoming part of a story that continues to unfold, gently and assuredly, over time.
Front Porch
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