Buyers seeking a lakefront horse estate around Ourique can view this 150,000m² equestrian property with private waterfront, paddocks and extensive stabling. The estate is for sale at €1,800,000 and includes a renovated 420m² country house with three en-suite bedrooms. It offers a particularly complete base for horse owners who want to live beside their animals in southern Alentejo. The 12-box stable block provides capacity for a substantial private or commercial equestrian operation. A grip room adds practical support for grooming and stable management. The Olympic-size sand arena is suitable for training and riding activities, subject to the buyer’s intended use. Fenced paddocks provide secure turnout areas across the rural grounds. From the paddocks, owners can reach approximately 1.5km of private lake frontage. Lake views also extend from the home, garden and pool area. The single-storey house has a semi-open-plan arrangement and opens onto a generous covered terrace. Three bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms provide comfortable accommodation for owners, guests or staff. A 12 x 6 metre swimming pool offers a separate leisure space after riding or outdoor work. The tennis court further broadens the estate’s recreational facilities. Mature olive groves cultivated to organic standards provide an agricultural element and possible income opportunity. Two substantial ruins could be restored for additional uses, subject to planning consent. The property includes three boreholes serving different areas of the estate. Photovoltaic panels, a battery bank, solar hot water and a wood burner support a more self-sufficient rural lifestyle. Ourique is only about 6km away for amenities, services and hospital access. Funcheira railway station is around 10km distant, while Faro Airport is approximately 100km away. Contact us today to arrange a viewing of this lakefront equestrian estate near Ourique.
• Living area 420m²; Construction size 420m²
• Plot size 150.000m²
• Year of construction 1999, renovated
• 3 bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms
• Swimming pool 12 x 6m and tennis court
• Fenced paddocks
• 12 box stable block with grip room and Olympic size sand arena
• Views and private access to lake
• Two large ruins which can be recovered
The house is all on one level, semi open plan with access to a large covered outdoor terrace on two sides. The views are over the mature low maintenance garden and pool to the lake beyond. Bedrooms are at the back with country views to the olive grove and paddocks.
From the paddocks there is access to 1.5km of private water front. There are many possibilities with this property as the house is independent of the larger land area. Family home and rent the rest or make a business or keep horses for pleasure. The olives are organic standard and can generate a good income.
Amenities
• Photovoltaic panels plus battery bank for electricity
• Solar panels and wood burner with back boiler for hot water
• Three boreholes – house, stables and near to ruins
Location
• 6km to Ourique with all facilities including a hospital
• 10km to Funcheira train station with high speed trains to the cities
• 100km to Faro airport
