Living in nature while remaining connected to the community is achievable at this stunning estate in Crato, Alentejo. Just 3 km from Crato and 18 km from Portalegre, this property offers the tranquility of rural living with the conveniences of nearby urban life. Set on 170 hectares, it features a Baroque manor house, two guest houses, and various recreational facilities like a natural swimming lake and beautiful gardens. The estate is bordered by the Serra de São Mamede Nature Reserve, providing a picturesque backdrop and opportunities for hiking and outdoor activities. With 19 bedrooms spread across spacious accommodations, there’s ample space for family or guests, ensuring you're never isolated. The estate also includes a swimming pool and multiple ponds, promoting an active outdoor lifestyle while being conducive to gatherings and social interactions. This property is not only a home but an investment opportunity that could be developed further, considering its agricultural capabilities with olives and cork production. To enjoy this appealing balance of nature and community, explore the estate to see how it can become your next home. Schedule a viewing and discover the possibilities today!
• Plot: 1.250.000 m²
• Construction Area: 1,000 m²
• Living Area: 1,000 m²
• Bedrooms: 19 ( 5 in the main house + 14 in 2 separate Guest House buildings )
• 30 Ha. Olive grove
• 70 Ha. Cork Oaks and Mountain Pastures
• 1,5 Ha. Vineyard
• Garages
Entering the gate of the completely fenced, 125 hectares of picturesque land, which looks like a gigantic English landscape, one follows an unpaved road that passes the two Guest House buildings and heads to the the centre of the property where the Manor House is located.
Surrounded by a 7.5 ha garden inside a stone wall over 3 mts high with a representative vaulted gate, is the Manor House with 250 m2. Is used as the owner’s residence and boosts a perfectly preserved beautiful baroque décor. An imponente Hall with high ceiling gives access to the Lounge on the right and a Living room on the left, both decorated with wood burning traditional tile stoves. It has 5 bedrooms, a Library and a Chapel. In the garden there are two richly decorated baroque swimming pools, a fountain, a Roman Cistern, a gardener’s house, stables, sheepfolds and other buildings.
The Guest House is located on the top of a hill and have in total 14 additional bedrooms. Each of the houses are independent and fully equiped. Most of the rooms are in-suite and all have recently undergone a general renovation. The third pool is located near the Guest House buildings and offers a spectacular view of several kilometers around.
The picture is complemented by 4 stocked ponds, a swimming lake with crystal clear water, as well as a river and several seasonal streams, creating beautifully murmuring cascades in winter and spring.
Amenities
• 3,5 Ha. Natural Swimming lake
• 4 Ponds
• River and seasonal Streams creating cascades in winter and spring
• Swimming Pool with open view
• 2 richly decorated baroque pools, Fountains and Roman Cistern
• Private hunting district rich in game (wild boars, deer, foxes, badgers, numerous bird species)
Location
• 3 Km from Crato
• 18 Km from Portalegre with Shopping Malls, Cinema and Restaurants
• 30 Km from Spain
• 170 Km from Lisbon