This 558,000 m² agricultural plot for sale near Ourique could suit buyers planning a country home or an agro-tourism project. The asking price is £548,000, and the land includes two wells, pasture, fertile areas and numerous holm oaks. Its development potential remains subject to confirmation and approval by the relevant Portuguese authorities. The property lies in the lower Alentejo, approximately 4 km from Ourique. A small stream borders one side, adding a distinctive feature to the rural setting. The land is divided into two parts by a public road, creating the possibility of separate plots. A purchaser may therefore investigate whether a home could be considered for each part, subject to planning rules. The local authority has indicated that a house may be possible where the land is used for agriculture. Potential agricultural activities could include keeping sheep or cultivating produce. The owner’s habitation may reach 500 m² under the stated agricultural registration conditions. An additional 500 m² may be available for support buildings if approved. Tourism-related construction of up to 1,000 m² may be possible after the PDM revision, subject to future policy and permissions. The property is not being sold with existing buildings, so construction costs would be additional to the purchase price. Water supply is supported by one well with abundant water on the 11-hectare section. The second well provides sufficient household water for the larger portion of the holding. Electricity and telephone lines are close enough to make connection planning more convenient. Tarmac access allows practical arrival by car and supports future agricultural operations. Local services include shops, supermarkets, cafés, restaurants, banks, a post office and a school in Ourique. The coastline at Vila Nova de Milfontes is approximately 65 km away, offering access to Atlantic beaches. Contact us to investigate this versatile Ourique land opportunity and arrange a viewing.
• Plot size 558000m²
• Many holm oaks and fertile land
• Water from two wells
• Easy access on a tarmac road
• Electricity and phone lines very close by so will be easy to connect
• The price includes the plot but not the construction of the building
• 65km to the beach at Vila Nova de Milfontes
This beautiful plot of land in the lower Alentejo is divided into two parts by the road giving the possibility to make two separate plots. Because the land is larger than 5ha the town hall has said that a house could be built if the property was being used for some type of agriculture, keeping sheep or planting produce for example. It is likely also that permission could be obtained to do an agro-tourism project.
There is a well with abundant water on the 11ha part of the plot and another well which gives enough water for a household on the larger plot.
If a new owner wished to separate the two plots, then the possibility is that a house could be built on each one. This must be verified with the town hall.
The town of Ourique is close by and has restaurants, cafés, shops, supermarkets, banks, post office, church, school, etc.
After consultation with the official entities ( Câmara Municipal de Ourique) a house for owner’s habitation, subject to the registration as agriculture, can go up to 500 m2 and additionally 500 m2 for support buildings. After PDM revision additionally 1000 m2 can be built for Tourism.
Amenities
• Wells
Location
4km to Ourique with all amenities
65km to the beach at Vila Nova de Milfontes
190km to Lisbon
100km to Faro airport
