This Crato country estate comes complete with an impressive array of amenities designed for both leisure and luxury. Central to this property is a magnificent 3.5 hectare natural swimming lake, providing a serene spot for relaxation. In addition to the lake, the estate features beautifully landscaped gardens spanning 7.5 hectares, multiple baroque swimming pools, and a charming fountain. For outdoor enthusiasts, there's a private hunting district rich in game including wild boars and deer. The estate includes stables, sheepfolds, and additional storerooms, ensuring ample space for varied interests. The guest accommodations are independent and fully equipped, having recently undergone renovations. With historical roots dating back to Roman times and maintained baroque decor across the manor and chapel, the property uniquely blends heritage with comfort. Explore this remarkable country retreat today and discover its exceptional amenities!
• 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