For buyers seeking private swimming, panoramic views and complete privacy in Southern Alentejo, Monte Cerro das Pedras is a standout property for sale near Ourique. Priced at £849,000, this four-bedroom country house occupies 6.3 hectares of protected natural landscape. It offers a private lake of approximately 2,500 m² with an area designed for swimming. The home’s elevated living room and terrace look across the lake and surrounding countryside. Contemporary architecture is balanced with the traditional character of cork-oak and holm-oak country. The 249 m² residence includes four bedrooms, two en-suite bathrooms and a total of three bathrooms. A bright dining space and fully equipped kitchen create a practical hub for family living. An office provides a quiet place to work or study away from the main living areas. The upper-floor lounge is especially suited to relaxing while enjoying the changing Alentejo scenery. Landscaped gardens surround the house with mature fruit trees and centuries-old olive trees. Terraces, a barbecue area and a picturesque path to the lake encourage an outdoor lifestyle. The grounds provide a secluded setting without being isolated from local services. Ourique is only 11 km away and has supermarkets, restaurants, schools and a hospital. The Santa Clara Dam river beach is about 50 km from the property. The Costa Vicentina and south-west coast can be reached in approximately 60 km, with the Algarve’s southern coast around 75 km away. Technical facilities include solar panels, a heat pump, a well, a water filter and an emergency generator. Covered parking for five vehicles is convenient for family visits or hosting guests. The property’s privacy, swimming facility and scenic setting could appeal to buyers considering a luxury holiday rental, subject to licensing and local regulations. Its scale also allows owners to enjoy a private retreat while retaining potential for carefully planned income generation. Contact us today to explore this exceptional Southern Alentejo home.
• Living area: 249 m²
• Plot size: 63,000 m²
• Private, 2,500 m² large lake with swimming area
• 4 bedrooms (2 en-suite bathrooms)
• Panorama living room with office and large terrace
• Fully equipped kitchen
Monte Cerro das Pedras is a unique property that combines contemporary architecture, high-quality comfort, and an inspiring as well as natural environment in the tranquil Alentejo landscape. The house stands out for its high-quality construction. The ground floor features a spacious entrance hall, a bright dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, pantry, three bedrooms — two of them en-suite — and an office. The upper floor offers an elegant living room with access to a generous terrace with panoramic views over the lake and the surrounding hills.
Outdoor area:
Terraces, well-maintained gardens, trees, barbecue area
A picturesque stone path leads to the private swimming area by the lake, covering around 2,500 m²
• Excellent thermal insulation
• Underfloor and wall heating
• Integrated fireplace
• Air conditioning
• Gardens and barbecue area
• Abundant mature fruit trees
• Centuries-old olive trees
• High privacy
• Covered parking for 5 vehicles
Amenities
• Technical outbuilding of 36 m²
• Solar panels (4 kW)
• Emergency generator
• Connection to the public power grid
• Heat pump
• Hot water storage
• Well and water filter
• Storage rooms
Location
11 km to the town of Ourique, where all services are available (supermarkets, restaurants, schools, hospital)
60 km to the southwest coast/Costa Vicentina
75 km to the southern coast of the Algarve
50 km to Santa Clara Dam river beach
100 km to Faro international airport
200 km to Lisbon
