A historic country estate with a chapel and two swimming pools near Portalegre is available for €990,000. Located near Crato in Alentejo, this six-bedroom manor house offers 7.6 hectares of private land and exceptional period character. For buyers comparing the cost of distinctive Portuguese estates, it combines a substantial plot with rare architectural features and supporting buildings. The property was built around 1750 and underwent renovation in 2015. Its 250 m² construction area includes approximately 195 m² of living space. A tall stone boundary wall and vaulted entrance gate create a private and impressive arrival. Inside, the preserved Baroque décor gives the home a strong sense of history. The entrance hall has high ceilings and connects with a lounge and separate living room. Both reception rooms include traditional wood-burning tiled stoves for atmospheric winter evenings. The residence includes six bedrooms, a library and a private chapel. Five bathrooms provide practical accommodation for family use or visiting guests. The rustic fitted kitchen includes marble worktops, modern appliances and useful laundry facilities. The two ornate Baroque swimming pools are among the estate’s most distinctive amenities. A fountain, Roman cistern, pond and landscaped gardens contribute to the historic garden setting. The grounds also contain an orchard, olive trees, fruit trees, stables and two horse boxes. A one-bedroom gardener’s house could provide staff accommodation, guest space or flexible ancillary use, subject to any required approvals. Water and drainage infrastructure includes a well, borehole, cistern and septic tank, alongside mains electricity. The estate sits close to the Serra de São Mamede nature reserve, offering access to walking, wildlife and bird watching. Portalegre is approximately 18 km away with shopping centres, restaurants and a cinema, while Crato is just 3 km from the property. The combination of guest accommodation, equestrian facilities and landmark architecture may support future hospitality or retreat concepts, although any commercial use and projected returns would require independent assessment and permissions. Contact us to confirm availability, discuss the purchase costs and schedule a private viewing.
• Plot: 76.000 m2
• Construction Area: 250 m2
• Living Area: 195 m2
• Bedrooms: 6
• 3 Garages
• 2 Boxes for horses
Leaving the tarmac road one follows an unpaved road and heads to the Manor House gate.
Surrounded by a 7.6 ha land inside a stone wall over 3 mts high with a representative vaulted gate, is the Manor House with 250 m2. It boosts a perfectly preserved beautiful baroque décor. An imponente Hall with high ceilings 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 one bedroom full equipped gardener’s house, stables, sheepfolds and other buildings.
The property is located at the foot of the extremely picturesque and nature reserve Serra de Sao Mamede mountains and the diversity of species in the region is amazing allowing activities like hunting and bird watching.
This very rare to find property could interest several target groups, not only the baroque and ancient times lovers.
Amenities
• Orchard
• Olive trees
• 2 richly decorated baroque pools and fountains
• Roman Cistern
• Log burner
• Borehole, well, cistern, septic tank
Location
• 3 Km from Crato
• 18 Km from Portalegre with Shopping Malls, Cinema and Restaurants
• 30 Km from Spain
• 170 Km from Lisbon
