Hidden in Portugal’s green Minho region, this restored 18th-century manor is ideal for active group stays and features indoor and outdoor pools, a tennis court, and a dedicated yoga deck. Once home to eccentric aristocrats, the estate blends historic charm with contemporary comfort across stylish suites and social living spaces.

Outside, days revolve around movement and recovery: serve it up on the private tennis court, cool off in the panoramic pool overlooking the Lima Valley, wander the 36,000 sqm estate grounds, or unwind in the heated indoor pool. 

Add alfresco meals from the organic garden, optional private chef, and easy access to Ponte de Lima, rivers, beaches and the Peneda-Gerês National Park — and you have the perfect mix of play, nature and downtime in northern Portugal.

Perched high above the Douro, this vineyard villa delivers big views and a setting made for active escapes and switch-off moments. Dating back to the 17th century, Quinta da Boavista is surrounded by vines and overlooks the River Douro. The property blends heritage with modern comfort across six en-suite bedrooms and relaxed social spaces.

But it’s outside where the pace picks up: train in the converted wine "lagares" gym, rally on the padel court, challenge friends at darts, table tennis or snooker, then cool off in the pool suspended over vineyards and the river. You can also take scenic walks through the surrounding rolling countryside and enjoy various riverside adventures.  

This stay mixes sport, scenery and slow-down luxury in perfect balance - think of ending your day with a private wine tasting and alfresco dining, whilst enjoying the dramatic setting.

Set in the pine forests of Muda, just minutes from Comporta’s beaches, this sleek minimalist villa is made for active summer getaways. With 460 sqm of light-filled living space surrounded by 12 hectares of private grounds, As Oliveiras blends space, style and nature effortlessly.

Days start with a swim in the long infinity pool, followed by friendly matches on the private tennis court, games of volleyball, pétanque or table tennis. Between play, sprawl across sun decks framed by olive trees, lavender and rosemary, or head to Pego and Carvalhal for some beach time.

With four en-suite bedrooms and a private apartment, plus terraces everywhere for alfresco living, this is Comporta living at its most sporty, social and relaxed.

Just above Lagos Bay, this secluded luxury villa is built for action-packed holidays and memorable group stays. With six double bedrooms and flexible space for extra guests, it’s ideal for families, friends and celebration escapes.

Set within 2.5 acres of private grounds, days move easily from laps in the heated pool to serves on the tennis and pickleball court, some putting green practice, or chilled matches of table tennis and pool.  Add some poolside sun loungers, a bar, and a summer kitchen, and you have the perfect setting for some Algarve living.

Moments from Meia Praia beach and Lagos town, with golf, watersports and surf breaks nearby, this is a stay that blends sport, sunshine and laid-back luxury.

Hidden in the Algarve countryside, Quinta das Laranjeiras is built for active holidays with family or friends. Set on a private 40-acre estate of avocado and citrus trees, this six-bedroom villa pairs rural calm with serious play.

Start the day on the private tennis court or outdoor gym, take a cooling dip in the swimming pool, then challenge friends to table tennis or football games, or a sunset walk through the grounds. Shaded terraces and lawn gardens make the perfect base for recovery between sessions.

With beaches and Nick Faldo’s Amendoeira Golf Course just minutes away — plus optional private chefs, outdoor cinema sessions and tennis coaching — this is Algarve living with a sporty edge.