This contemporary Alentejo retreat is for sale at €849,000. The property includes a 249 m² four-bedroom country house set on 63,000 m² of private land near Ourique. Buyers seeking a modern rural estate with a private swimming lake, panoramic views and complete privacy can explore this rare opportunity in Southern Alentejo. The residence combines contemporary architecture with the peaceful character of a traditional Alentejo landscape. Its setting among cork oaks, holm oaks, mature fruit trees and centuries-old olive trees provides an exceptional connection with nature. A 2,500 m² private lake includes a dedicated swimming area and private lakeside beach. Inside, the house offers a bright dining area, fully equipped modern kitchen, pantry and useful storage spaces. Four bedrooms are arranged on the ground floor, including two with en-suite bathrooms. An office provides a practical space for remote work or study. The upper-level panorama living room opens onto a generous terrace overlooking the lake and surrounding hills. Outdoor living is supported by landscaped gardens, terraces, a barbecue area and a picturesque stone path leading to the water. High-quality insulation, underfloor and wall heating, air conditioning and an integrated fireplace support year-round comfort. Solar panels, a heat pump, hot water storage and a 36 m² technical outbuilding add practical functionality. A well, water filter, emergency generator and public electricity connection provide additional resilience. Covered parking accommodates up to five vehicles, which is valuable for owners, guests or future rural hospitality use subject to any required permissions. Ourique, 11 km away, provides supermarkets, restaurants, schools and a hospital. The property is approximately 60 km from the Costa Vicentina, 75 km from the Algarve’s southern coast and 100 km from Faro International Airport. Its size, privacy and distinctive lake setting may appeal to buyers considering a second home, private retreat or carefully planned rental investment, although returns would depend on demand, management and applicable permissions. Contact us now to arrange a viewing of this exceptional Alentejo estate.
• Living area: 249 m²
• Plot size: 63,000 m²
• Private, 2,500 m² large lake with swimming area
• 4 bedrooms (2 en-suite bathrooms)
• Panorama living room with office and large terrace
• Fully equipped kitchen
Monte Cerro das Pedras is a unique property that combines contemporary architecture, high-quality comfort, and an inspiring as well as natural environment in the tranquil Alentejo landscape. The house stands out for its high-quality construction. The ground floor features a spacious entrance hall, a bright dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, pantry, three bedrooms — two of them en-suite — and an office. The upper floor offers an elegant living room with access to a generous terrace with panoramic views over the lake and the surrounding hills.
Outdoor area:
Terraces, well-maintained gardens, trees, barbecue area
A picturesque stone path leads to the private swimming area by the lake, covering around 2,500 m²
• Excellent thermal insulation
• Underfloor and wall heating
• Integrated fireplace
• Air conditioning
• Gardens and barbecue area
• Abundant mature fruit trees
• Centuries-old olive trees
• High privacy
• Covered parking for 5 vehicles
Amenities
• Technical outbuilding of 36 m²
• Solar panels (4 kW)
• Emergency generator
• Connection to the public power grid
• Heat pump
• Hot water storage
• Well and water filter
• Storage rooms
Location
11 km to the town of Ourique, where all services are available (supermarkets, restaurants, schools, hospital)
60 km to the southwest coast/Costa Vicentina
75 km to the southern coast of the Algarve
50 km to Santa Clara Dam river beach
100 km to Faro international airport
200 km to Lisbon
