This contemporary retreat on 6.3 hectares in the Alentejo is on the market for €849,000. The asking price includes a 249 m² modern country house near Ourique, southern Portugal. For buyers comparing rural properties for sale, it offers four bedrooms, three bathrooms and a private 2,500 m² lake with a swimming area. The estate extends across approximately 63,000 m² of protected natural surroundings. Its setting includes cork oaks, holm oaks, mature fruit trees and centuries-old olive trees. A spacious entrance hall introduces the well-planned interior. The fully fitted kitchen includes modern appliances and connects with the dining area and pantry. Three bedrooms are located on the ground floor, with two benefiting from en-suite bathrooms. The upper level provides an impressive living room with access to a large panoramic terrace. Views stretch across the lake and the rolling Alentejo landscape. Terraces, gardens and a barbecue area create several spaces for outdoor dining and relaxation. The private lake is reached by a picturesque stone path through the grounds. Energy and comfort features include underfloor heating, wall heating, air conditioning and an integrated fireplace. Double glazing and strong thermal insulation support comfortable living throughout the year. A technical outbuilding of 36 m² provides additional utility and storage space. Solar panels, a heat pump, a borehole, a water filter and a generator enhance the property’s infrastructure. Covered parking is available for five vehicles, which is useful for residents and visiting guests. Ourique is 11 kilometres away and provides supermarkets, restaurants, schools and hospital services. The location is also within reach of the Costa Vicentina, the Algarve coast, Santa Clara Dam and Faro International Airport. Its scale, privacy and distinctive lake setting may support long-term lifestyle use or carefully managed holiday rental potential, although returns are not guaranteed. Contact us to confirm the current price and schedule a private viewing.
• 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
