One exceptional property for sale in Portugal with a Roman cistern, stables and private land is this Baroque country estate near Crato. Priced at €990,000, it includes a six-bedroom manor house, 7.6 hectares of enclosed grounds and a range of historic and equestrian features. It is particularly suited to buyers searching for a character property with genuine space, privacy and heritage value. The estate lies in the Alentejo countryside, approximately 3 km from Crato and 18 km from Portalegre. The manor house was built around 1750 and was renovated in 2015. It offers around 195 m² of living area within a 250 m² building. Its traditional interiors include Baroque decoration, high ceilings, old tiles, wooden floors and tiled stoves. A library and chapel add an uncommon level of character rarely found in modern rural homes. Six bedrooms and five bathrooms provide ample flexibility for family living or hosting visitors. The fully fitted rustic kitchen has a marble worktop, electric hob and oven, dishwasher, washing machine and fridge-freezer. Outside, the Roman cistern stands alongside fountains and two richly decorated Baroque swimming pools. Stables and two horse boxes make the property relevant to buyers interested in riding, horse care or rural leisure. The walled land also includes an orchard, olive trees, fruit trees, a pond and landscaped garden areas. A one-bedroom gardener’s house provides additional accommodation and may be adaptable for guests or estate staff, subject to applicable regulations. The property has a well, borehole, cistern, mains electricity and septic tank. Double-glazed windows with wooden frames combine traditional appearance with practical comfort. The Serra de São Mamede mountains and nature reserve are close by, with opportunities for hiking, bird watching and observing local wildlife. Nearby rivers, seasonal streams and winter cascades add to the estate’s natural appeal. Portalegre supplies everyday amenities including shopping, restaurants and cinema facilities, while Lisbon is approximately 170 km away. The unusual combination of heritage buildings, land and ancillary facilities may create potential for holiday accommodation, retreats or private events, subject to planning and licensing checks. Contact us today to explore this rare Portuguese country estate and arrange a viewing.
• Plot: 76.000 m2
• Construction Area: 250 m2
• Living Area: 195 m2
• Bedrooms: 6
• 3 Garages
• 2 Boxes for horses
Leaving the tarmac road one follows an unpaved road and heads to the Manor House gate.
Surrounded by a 7.6 ha land inside a stone wall over 3 mts high with a representative vaulted gate, is the Manor House with 250 m2. It boosts a perfectly preserved beautiful baroque décor. An imponente Hall with high ceilings 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 one bedroom full equipped gardener’s house, stables, sheepfolds and other buildings.
The property is located at the foot of the extremely picturesque and nature reserve Serra de Sao Mamede mountains and the diversity of species in the region is amazing allowing activities like hunting and bird watching.
This very rare to find property could interest several target groups, not only the baroque and ancient times lovers.
Amenities
• Orchard
• Olive trees
• 2 richly decorated baroque pools and fountains
• Roman Cistern
• Log burner
• Borehole, well, cistern, septic tank
Location
• 3 Km from Crato
• 18 Km from Portalegre with Shopping Malls, Cinema and Restaurants
• 30 Km from Spain
• 170 Km from Lisbon
