A modern four-bedroom country house with a private lake is for sale near Ourique for £849,000. Monte Cerro das Pedras sits within 6.3 hectares of protected Alentejo nature, approximately 11 km from Ourique. The property combines contemporary architecture, high-quality comfort and exceptional privacy in a peaceful rural setting. Its 249 m² living area provides generous accommodation for family life, extended stays or a private retreat. Four ground-floor bedrooms include two en-suite rooms, while three bathrooms serve the household. A bright dining area, fully equipped modern kitchen, pantry and office support practical everyday living. The upper-level panorama living room opens onto a large terrace overlooking the lake and surrounding hills. Excellent insulation helps maintain a comfortable interior throughout the year. Underfloor and wall heating, a heat pump, air conditioning and an integrated fireplace add to the home’s all-season appeal. Outside, landscaped gardens are complemented by mature fruit trees and centuries-old olive trees. A stone path leads through the grounds to the approximately 2,500 m² private lake. The lake includes a designated swimming area for leisurely summer days at home. Terraces, a barbecue area and a fire-pit setting create inviting spaces for outdoor entertaining. Covered parking accommodates up to five vehicles, which is useful for residents and visiting guests. A 36 m² technical outbuilding provides valuable additional utility and storage space. Solar panels, a well, water filter, hot-water storage and an emergency generator enhance the property’s self-sufficiency. Ourique offers supermarkets, restaurants, schools and a hospital for convenient access to essential services. The Costa Vicentina and south-west coast are about 60 km away, while the Algarve’s southern coast is approximately 75 km away. The home could suit buyers seeking a distinctive residence with potential for private holiday use or carefully managed rental income, subject to applicable regulations. Contact us now to arrange a viewing of this rare country property near Ourique.
• 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
