This country estate for sale in Portugal offers two large licensed ruins with direct views across Lake Monte da Rocha. Located on a picturesque peninsula near Ourique, the property is listed at €1,200,000 and includes approximately 14.45 hectares. Its rare combination of licensed reconstruction potential, lake scenery and equestrian infrastructure makes it especially appealing to serious buyers. The estate is divided into two plots with independent entrance gateways. Both plots sit alongside the lake and contribute to the privacy and flexibility of the setting. Around 1.5 kilometres of private waterfront create an impressive natural boundary. The two ruins can be rebuilt in accordance with the relevant licences and planning rules. The total licensed construction area is 314 square metres across seven licensed divisions. An agricultural building currently provides 248 square metres and five divisions. Buyers should confirm all proposed works with the relevant Portuguese authorities, particularly because the land lies within the National Ecological Reserve. The property also includes a productive olive plantation with around 400 trees. Equestrian facilities comprise 11 loose boxes arranged in an approximately 900-square-metre American Barn structure. A sand training school and internationally sized grass jumping arena support professional and private riding activities. Paddocks, field shelters, piped water and internal fencing are arranged for practical horse management. A borehole, workshop and dedicated horse cleaning areas further improve day-to-day usability. Wide countryside views and changing lake perspectives create a peaceful Alentejo lifestyle. Ourique, 6 kilometres away, provides schools, a market and a range of local services. Funcheira railway station is 10 kilometres away, while the South West Coast beaches are approximately 62 kilometres from the estate. Faro International Airport can be reached at a distance of around 100 kilometres. The licensed ruins may support a future rural residence, guest accommodation or lifestyle-led project, subject to approvals and viability assessments. Contact us to explore the plans, documentation and viewing arrangements for this distinctive lakeside property.
• 2 Plots: 14,45 Ha. with independent entrance gateways
• Construction Area: 248 m2 agricultural building
• Divisions: 5
• Licensed Construction Area: 314 m2
• Licensed Divisions: 7
• Sand riding training school
• Internationally sized grass jumping arena
The property consists of:
- 2 large plots with licensed ruins along side the lake with independent entrance gateways
- Productive Olive Plantation with around 400 trees
- Paddocks including 11 loose boxes in concrete ring beam construction and American Barn configuration with approximately 900m2
- Sand training school
- Internationally sized grass jumping arena
- Grip Room
- Internal land fenced to interlinking paddocks with field shelters and piped water
- Workshop
- Fully fenced on perimeter.
The connection of the Alqueva Dam to the Monte da Rocha reservoir, a project scheduled for completion by the end of 2025, will reinforce the water resources of the Monte da Rocha reservoir. Allowing the lake level to be maintained permanently at 70% and continuing to ensure public water supply to the region.
Ourique region have had a great development is the last years providing a surgery center and Castro Verde has a 24 hours medical attendance unit just 15 kms way.
Amenities
• Borehole
• Water piping along the property
• Internal land fenced
• Workshop
• Horse cleaning area both interior and exterior
Location
• 6 km from Ourique with schools, local market and several commercial and social areas
• 10 km from Funcheira Train Station
• 62 km from South West Coast beaches
• 100 km from Faro International Airport
