• 51,880m² Plot
• 3 Bedrooms, 4 Bathrooms
• Built Pre-1951, completely refurbished in 2022
• 5min drive to Monchique
• Stunning views across the western Algarve, Odelouca reservoir to the ocean
• 22kms to the coast
Terraced and carefully designed, the property is perfectly adequate to set up a Rental Business (Alojamento Local) subject to application as it features two restored traditional Monchique country houses. The property is also suitable as a permanent or holiday residence for those who love the mountain life whilst still living in the Algarve and close to its sunny beaches.
The country cottages consist of the main house (140m² + 32m² terrace + 20m² mezzanine) which also includes an independent studio (30m² + 7m² terrace + 8.5m² mezzanine).
In close proximity is the 'guesthouse' (45m² + 20m² terrace + 20m² mezzanine), which also maintains the beautiful rustic granite structure and that has been renovated in the same style. Behind both houses there is a fully functional traditional bread oven.
The property includes a swimming pool measuring 24m², which is integrated within a sizeable wooden deck with stunning views, ideal as a yoga deck or space for outdoor events & meals. A lounge corner with bar is also part of the deck. Further features are a barbecue area, three pitches for caravans or camping cars, large tool shed and spacious canopy to store firewood or for other uses.
The terrain has two gated entrances and a third access, leading to a hiking trail. Featuring many flat areas, the land is very well suited for small agricultural projects and/or the keeping of animals/livestock. The land is covered with mature vegetation, including native species as cork oaks, olive trees and medronheiros. The property is fully fenced. An automatic irrigation system serves roughly 1 hectare of the upper terraces.
The whole terrain is well protected in case of wildfires. A fire risk assessment has been made in November 2023. The buildings are all fireproof, double glazed, aluminum, rockwool and steel plated roofs with roof tiles. With this insulation, the buildings stay cool in summer and are easy to heat in winter. The main house, the studio and the guest house have wood burners.
Although secluded and very quiet, the land is very accessible, connected to a paved municipal road.
Amenities
• Mains electric• Solar water heater supplemented by small electric water heaters
• Drinkable water comes from a spring, which runs all year
• Water is filtered with UV-light and kept in two storage tanks of 16m3
• Additional water tank of 80m3 has been installed to water the plants, with taps, sprinklers and hydrants strategically located throughout the land
• Two septic tanks
Location
• Nearest town: (Monchique): 5 minutes• Nearest city: Portimão: 28 minutes
• Faro Airport: 1 hour and 15 minutes
• Nearest Beach: 35 minutes
