A country estate for sale in Portugal combining two licensed ruins with substantial equestrian facilities is available near Ourique in the Alentejo. Priced at €1,200,000, this 14.45-hectare holding sits beside Monte da Rocha Lake with approximately 1.5 km of private waterfront. It is a compelling option for buyers seeking land, planning potential and a ready-made horse facility in one purchase. The estate is divided into two large plots, each with its own entrance gateway. Both plots include licensed ruins positioned alongside the lake. The licensed construction area totals 314 m² and includes seven licensed divisions. An existing 248 m² agricultural building adds further functional space. The equestrian complex contains 11 loose boxes in an American Barn layout. Approximately 900 m² of stable accommodation provides generous room for horses, storage and day-to-day management. Riders can use the sand training school for schooling and exercise. An internationally sized grass jumping arena caters to more ambitious equestrian activities. Paddocks are internally fenced and linked to create a flexible turnout arrangement. Field shelters and piped water improve the practicality of the horse-keeping infrastructure. Interior and exterior horse cleaning areas are already provided. A workshop and grip room support maintenance and stable operations. The estate also contains an olive plantation with around 400 productive trees. A borehole, photovoltaic system, generator and septic tank help support an independent rural lifestyle. The location is protected by National Ecological Reserve nature regulations, making professional planning guidance important for future redevelopment. Ourique’s schools, market and local services are 6 km away, with medical services available in the wider region. Contact us to explore the licensing, equestrian facilities and purchase potential of this exceptional Portuguese country estate.
• 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
