In the quiet countryside in the village of Assagao, a cluster of 9 villas spread across ~370 sqm forms a fairytale-like gated community. The Monforte villas mimic the close-knit vibe that is typical of Goan-Portuguese towns. Connected to its neighbouring villas, yet independent enough to lure solitude lovers, Villa A is a pretty two-storey space with well-lit spaces and charming sit outs. The scenic outdoors spill artlessly into the living and dining areas, and the charmingly rustic interiors bring to mind the vineyard homes of Tuscany. The neutral canvas is accented with shades of aqua and cobalt blue—seen in the front door—lending Villa A a calming ambience.

A part of the curated ~400 sqm property that is the Monforte gated community, Villa B hits all the right notes. A charming 2-storey home with an inviting aesthetic, airy interiors, and lovely sit outs that look out onto manicured lawns. The laid-back Mediterranean style melds with the warmth of the Indian design sensibilities, creating a modern space that is high on comfort. Pastel shades are a perfect backdrop for the green and blue hues used around the house. All of this is further enhanced by the natural stone flooring that anchors this home in its surroundings.

Every space in Villa C — its 3 bedrooms, the study and the living and dining areas — have been crafted to invite in as much natural light as possible. The outdoors fuse easily with the architecture. While it shares the overall aesthetic of the 9 homes within this gated community, the three-storey Villa C stands out with its stands out with distinct hallmarks such as a unique colour palate that fuses cool blue with muted beige, the terrace—spread over two levels— decorated with lush foliage plants and a Jacuzzi, amidst other highlights. The villa’s handmade tiles enrich the space and offset its carefully chosen furniture. It’s the kind of home made to last for and be enjoyed by generations to come.

Old world charm marries into a modern design language to deliver Villa D that sits within the ~500 sqm Monforte gated villa complex. This home’s neat layout showcases a fluid symmetry between the indoors and outdoors: the green landscaping highlights the neutral hues and pastel shades employed in the home and its furnishings. The flooring of this villa is satisfyingly soothing: it combines natural stone and an inlays in public spaces, while cement tiles, wood and motif-laden stone complement the bedrooms. Villa D’s exquisite designs set the tone for a singular lifestyle experience.

The cobblestoned path that connects each independent villa to the other in this gated complex leads up to a two-storey home that perches as pretty as a picture on ~500 sqm of land. Open the door, however, and the restrained Mediterranean-style architecture is offset by dramatic monotones within. A bright yellow kitchen, blue and pink smaller bedrooms and a bold choice of red for the master—the burst of colour across the spectrum is a sharp contrast to the largely black-and-white herringbone flooring. The exception is the colourful cement tiles in the smaller bedrooms. Villa E is decidedly chic but with an unmistakable Goan-Portuguese element.

Country living gets a modern and fresh lease of life with Villa F, where subtle earthy shades, wooden furniture, rattan decor elements and other accoutrements come together seamlessly. The natural flooring that features a dramatic black stone floor in the entrance and a black/off-white combination in public spaces lend to the feel of a country home. Circular motifs are liberally used to decorate the space, complementing the furniture. Thoughtfully designed, Villa F has been conceived as a space of tranquility and comfort.

White and beige work in quiet harmony in the two-storey Villa H, made even more majestic looking by the large windows and doors that lead to the green-dappled outdoor spaces of the home. A mix of handmade tiles and cement flooring throughout the house work well against the muted tones that are predominantly used, from the walls to the furnishings. But it is the terrace that is especially interesting, with its Shahbad stone flooring interspersed with Chinese mosaic that gives it a striking look.

The last among the 9 villas that dot the ~500 sqm parcel of land that is the Monforte gated community, Villa I is an elegant three-storey home. The double-height living and dining area that is flooded with natural light is a welcoming space beyond the pretty white front door. A subtle, fuss-free design aesthetic is the overarching look of Villa I. The minimalism, however, doesn’t detract from the luxury, with fine-quality materials used throughout the house. The monochromatic colour palate is a wonderful contrast to the cement tiles and handmade leather-finished grey stone that offset the earthy interiors. Chic minimalism was never this compelling.

Hidden away in the lush bylanes of Assagao, in the heart of North Goa is the Portuguese-style Colina Villa. A gated community with 9 independent, distinctively designed homes, Colina is an artful combination of contemporary interiors furnished with eclectic furniture pieces carefully chosen by our style team. Step out onto your balcony for views of unmarred green or take a dip in your private pool to escape the world, if only for a moment.

Hidden away in the lush bylanes of Assagao, in the heart of North Goa is the Portuguese-style Colina Vaddo. A gated community with 9 independent, distinctively designed homes, Colina is an artful combination of contemporary interiors furnished with eclectic furniture pieces carefully chosen by our style team. Step out onto your balcony for views of unmarred green or take a dip in your private pool to escape the world, if only for a moment.

Hidden away in the lush bylanes of Assagao, in the heart of North Goa is the Portuguese-style Colina Vaddo. A gated community with 9 independent, distinctively designed homes, Colina is an artful combination of contemporary interiors furnished with eclectic furniture pieces carefully chosen by our style team. Step out onto your balcony for views of unmarred green or take a dip in your private pool to escape the world, if only for a moment.

Hidden away in the lush bylanes of Assagao, in the heart of North Goa is the Portuguese-style Colina Vaddo. A gated community with 9 independent, distinctively designed homes, Colina is an artful combination of contemporary interiors furnished with eclectic furniture pieces carefully chosen by our style team. Step out onto your balcony for views of unmarred green or take a dip in your private pool to escape the world, if only for a moment.

Hidden away in the lush bylanes of Assagao, in the heart of North Goa is the Portuguese-style Colina Vaddo. A gated community with 9 independent, distinctively designed homes, Colina is an artful combination of contemporary interiors furnished with eclectic furniture pieces carefully chosen by our style team. Step out onto your balcony for views of unmarred green or take a dip in your private pool to escape the world, if only for a moment.

Hidden away in the lush bylanes of Assagao, in the heart of North Goa is the Portuguese-style Colina Vaddo. A gated community with 9 independent, distinctively designed homes, Colina is an artful combination of contemporary interiors furnished with eclectic furniture pieces carefully chosen by our style team. Step out onto your balcony for views of unmarred green or take a dip in your private pool to escape the world, if only for a moment.

Hidden away in the lush bylanes of Assagao, in the heart of North Goa is the Portuguese-style Colina Vaddo. A gated community with 9 independent, distinctively designed homes, Colina is an artful combination of contemporary interiors furnished with eclectic furniture pieces carefully chosen by our style team. Step out onto your balcony for views of unmarred green or take a dip in your private pool to escape the world, if only for a moment.

Hidden away in the lush bylanes of Assagao, in the heart of North Goa is the Portuguese-style Colina Vaddo. A gated community with 9 independent, distinctively designed homes, Colina is an artful combination of contemporary interiors furnished with eclectic furniture pieces carefully chosen by our style team. Step out onto your balcony for views of unmarred green or take a dip in your private pool to escape the world, if only for a moment.

North Goa’s Assagao has many attractions and one that will draw you inexorably into this pretty-as-a-picture village is the Fonteira Vaddo. It sprawls across an expansive area of ~320 sqm of land and hosts eight beautifully designed homes, each evoking the beauty of a Portuguese village and connected by cobblestoned streets, yet supremely private.

North Goa’s Assagao has many attractions and one that will draw you inexorably into this pretty-as-a-picture village is the Fonteira Vaddo. It sprawls across an expansive area of ~320 sqm of land and hosts eight beautifully designed homes, each evoking the beauty of a Portuguese village and connected by cobblestoned streets, yet supremely private.

North Goa’s Assagao has many attractions and one that will draw you inexorably into this pretty-as-a-picture village is the Fonteira Vaddo. It sprawls across an expansive area of ~342 sqm of land and hosts eight beautifully designed homes, each evoking the beauty of a Portuguese village and connected by cobblestoned streets, yet supremely private.

North Goa’s Assagao has many attractions and one that will draw you inexorably into this pretty-as-a-picture village is the Fonteira Vaddo. It sprawls across an expansive area of ~347 sqm of land and hosts eight beautifully designed homes, each evoking the beauty of a Portuguese village and connected by cobblestoned streets, yet supremely private.

North Goa’s Assagao has many attractions and one that will draw you inexorably into this pretty-as-a-picture village is the Fonteira Vaddo. It sprawls across an expansive area of ~500 sqm of land and hosts eight beautifully designed homes, each evoking the beauty of a Portuguese village and connected by cobblestoned streets, yet supremely private.

North Goa’s Assagao has many attractions and one that will draw you inexorably into this pretty-as-a-picture village is the Fonteira Vaddo. It sprawls across an expansive area of ~500 sqm of land and hosts eight beautifully designed homes, each evoking the beauty of a Portuguese village and connected by cobblestoned streets, yet supremely private.

North Goa’s Assagao has many attractions and one that will draw you inexorably into this pretty-as-a-picture village is the Fonteira gated community. It sprawls across an expansive area of ~377 sqm of land and hosts eight beautifully designed homes, each evoking the beauty of a Portuguese village and connected by cobblestoned streets, yet supremely private.

North Goa’s Assagao has many attractions and one that will draw you inexorably into this pretty-as-a-picture village is the Fonteira Vaddo. It sprawls across an expansive area of ~517 sqm of land and hosts eight beautifully designed homes, each evoking the beauty of a Portuguese village and connected by cobblestoned streets, yet supremely private.

Castello Villa III is a two-storey structure that cuts an exquisite figure with its Mangalore-tiled roof as it elegantly sits on a ~395 sqm plot.State-of-the-art facilities within a unique design palette that combines the laid-back vibe of a Mediterranean home with the quaint charm of vintage furniture makes this villa a stand-out space.

Villa IV in the Castello Vaddo stands as a stunning example of thoughtful architecture that incorporates nature into its design. Like the villas that come before it, Villa 4 is an escape into a home Customised to elevate the comfort of its residents. A tranquil haven in picture-perfect Assagao, the villa is spread across ~395 sqm, and, with its strategic indoor-outdoor connection that floods light into the living areas, makes a compelling case for slow living.

Brimming with greenery and quiet places, where solitude is a welcome change from the hustle of city life, Castello Villa’s final villa, number 6 is designed in the same palate as its five counterparts. The two-storey, 3-bedroom home that occupies ~474 sqm promises a life-elevating experience. Surrounded by trees and wonderful views as far as the eye can see, this villa promises a delightful sight every morning that never gets old for its residents.

Exclusive and private, Silvio comprises five villas nestled in a quiet corner in Assagao, a captivating microcosm of Goa with its whitewashed churches, Portuguese-style homes and peaceful country lanes. Within the embrace of Silvio Villa’s extensive area is Villa A, occupying ~355 sqm. Like the other four counterparts located here, Villa A is bright, beautiful and airy, dressed up in a contemporary aesthetic and accessed by a private driveway. Comprising four bedrooms, a pool, sit-outs and balconies, Villa A is an expression of inescapable luxury encased in unmistakable style.

The second home in the Silvio five-villa gated community, Villa B spans ~370 sqm and is a comely addition that fits right into its surroundings. The Goan-Portuguese style home features sit outs and terraces that frame a pretty view in addition to an indoor-outdoor engagement that is facilitated by large windows and open doors. The local flavour is visible in the flooring and the furnishings that elevate the luxury imbued in the space. This is a retreat that you may be too comfortable here to think of ever leaving — something supplemented by the fact that there is much to do just minutes away, should you choose to.

Exclusive and private, Silvio comprises five villas nestled in a quiet corner in Assagao, a captivating microcosm of Goa with its whitewashed churches, Portuguese-style homes and peaceful country lanes. Within the embrace of Silvio Villa’s extensive area is Villa C, occupying ~475 sqm. Like the other four counterparts located here, Villa C is bright, beautiful and airy, dressed up in a contemporary aesthetic and accessed by a private driveway. Comprising four bedrooms, a pool, sit-outs and balconies, Villa C is an expression of inescapable luxury encased in unmistakable style.

Exclusive and private, Silvio comprises five villas nestled in a quiet corner in Assagao, a captivating microcosm of Goa with its whitewashed churches, Portuguese-style homes and peaceful country lanes. Within the embrace of Silvio Villa’s extensive area is Villa D, occupying ~465 sqm. Like the other four counterparts located here, Villa D is bright, beautiful and airy, dressed up in a contemporary aesthetic and accessed by a private driveway. Comprising four bedrooms, a pool, sit-outs and balconies, Villa D is an expression of inescapable luxury encased in unmistakable style.

Secreted away in the quiet bylanes of Dhokawade is a collection of eight Isprava villas in Alibaug. Exemplifying tropical comfort at its best, these homes have been designed to suit the context of the region and don a modern and minimal yet rustic aesthetic. Of the eight villas, Villa A has 3.5 bedrooms, a private pool and pretty cabanas that beckon on a lazy afternoon. The abundance of nature is shown to maximum effect from the balconies and floor-to-ceiling windows that open out to a fully manicured garden. Spread across ~490 sqm, this home offers access to the forest it abuts, which opens into a walking path.

The second vaddo in Siena’s collection of eight homes, Villa B is a touch more spacious; spread across ~523 sqm, it features four exquisite bedrooms. The two-storey property comes with a private pool, landscaped gardens and cabanas to enjoy the Goan sunshine.

Equipped with three bedrooms, Siena’s (fully furnished) Villa C covers ~450 sqm with a private pool, lush lawns and spacious terraces that complement its contemporary interiors. The view of this villa opens out onto an adjacently-situated forest that offers excellent trails for walking and biking.

Siena’s fourth vaddo, a two-storey property, offers easy access to the adjacently set forest with cultured paths for walkers and bikers. The three-bedroom Siena’s Villa D, features understated interiors that, like its counterparts, highlight the verdant greenery outside.

Equipped for a larger family or those who really love their space, Siena’s Villa E is built across ~720 sqm of land with a lavishly manicured garden and terraces with expansive views. The four-bedroom home also features a private pool and lovely cabanas to enjoy a quiet read or just commune with nature.

Spanning across ~531 sqm of meticulously landscaped real estate, Villa F features 3.5 bedrooms, a beautifully maintained lawn, private cabanas, as well as a pool. The two-storey home also features terraces that provide pleasant views of the area’s fauna without any compromise on privacy.

A lovely two-storey space, this 3.5 bedroom villa is the second-to-last vaddo in the community. Manicured gardens, private cabanas and roomy terraces comprise the ~565 sqm that Siena Villa G is built on. Mirroring the aesthetics of its neighbouring vaddos, Villa G offers grand vistas and large open spaces that pair well with its contemporary decor aesthetic.

Equipped with three bedrooms, the eighth and final villa in this collection of homes is spread across ~467 sqm. The tropical, cultured landscape can be enjoyed from the terraces and lawns that the property is equipped with, in addition to quaint cabanas with a deserving cup of coffee, and sounds of nature greeting you.