A private country retreat with panoramic views, a swimming pool and development potential is available near Ourique for €849,000. Located in the South Alentejo, the renovated four-bedroom home sits on a fenced 75,000m² plot approximately one hour from the Algarve. The property offers seclusion while remaining within about 10km of Ourique town and its amenities. Its elevated south-facing position delivers wide views over the natural Alentejo countryside. A 10 x 5m private pool provides a relaxed setting for sunny days and outdoor entertaining. The bungalow-style house contains 233m² of living area and approximately 400m² of construction. Four bedrooms and four bathrooms make the accommodation suitable for a family, guests or a holiday home. Three bedrooms have private en-suite bathrooms, and the fourth is supported by a family bathroom. The former bedroom converted into an office could be retained for work or adapted back into sleeping accommodation. Inside, an open-plan kitchen and living space connects everyday living with the rural surroundings. A conservatory and log burner add atmosphere during cooler evenings. The property has been renovated in 2024 and 2026, providing an updated base for immediate occupation. Outside, a covered BBQ kitchen includes a fridge, worktop and hot and cold water supply. The separate 76m² building offers storage for cars, equipment, harvests or possible future uses. Development potential includes extending the house or pursuing a rural tourism project, subject to municipal planning and approval. A caravan park or other tourism-related concept may also be considered within the applicable regulations. Ourique provides restaurants, a hospital and important amenities, while the nearest bar is approximately 1.5km away. Santa Clara Reservoir and nearby river beaches add leisure attractions for residents and visitors. The west coast is around an hour away, and Faro International Airport is approximately 98km from the property. Rental returns and investment performance will depend on planning consent, the chosen business model and market demand. Contact us now to arrange a viewing of this private Alentejo retreat.
• The house can be extended but there is also a possibility that the land allows for Tourism in Rural Areas (TER)
• 233m² living area, approx. 400m² construction area
• 4 bedrooms, 3 en-suite bathrooms, 1 family bathroom
• Fenced 75.000m² plot
• Year of construction: 2008, renovated in 2024/2026
• 10 x 5m swimming pool
• Ideal for agriculture, horses, and other livestock
• Surrounding is also ideal for walkers & bikers
• South orientation with wide open views
• Location is private but not isolated
• Great potential - also for investors
This is a perfect, well maintained country retreat, but not far from a town, the reservoir, lakes and rivers, the Algarve, West Coast or the historic town of Beja and Évora! The single storey country house with 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms is located in an elevated position with panoramic views to the natural Alentejo countryside. From a small tarmac road there is a 1km dirt track giving access to the property which leads to an inner courtyard with many parking spaces, a second building of 76m² for storage, harvest, equipment or cars. The property has been recently renovated. One of the bedrooms was converted into a big, modern office. This place is ideal for a large family or holiday home, to rent out and for nature lovers, livestock, horses and agriculture. There is plenty of space for various ideas and events.
There is potential for further development, particularly in the area of rural tourism (TER) and other tourism-related projects, such as a caravan park, subject to the usual planning and approval processes.
• Main entrance to open-plan living kitchen
• Lounge with conservatory and wood/log burner
• Kitchen with adjacent pantry
• Air conditioning throughout, electric heating
• Fruit trees and cork trees, garden
• BBQ area with roof, hot water and wide open views
Amenities
• Mains electricity plus solar
• Electric boiler for hot water
• Borehole
• Outdoor lighting
• Large septic tank
• Reserve air conditioning throughout, wood burner
• Heating
• Internet, good phone reception, SAT TV
• Double glazed windows and manual French shutters
• Marble window sills and door steps
• Fly screens throughout
• Covered outdoor kitchen/BBQ with fridge, worktop, and hot & cold water supply, kitchen cupboard
Location
• Approx.10km to Ourique town with:
• Important amenities, restaurants, hospital
• 1,5 km to nearest bar
• 4 km to 3 restaurants and a coffee bar
• Approx. 45 km to Santa Clara Reservoir
• Approx. 80 km to Mertola River Beach
• Approx. 1 hour to Odemira west coast
• Approx. 1 hour drive to the Algarve
• Approx. 2 hours’ drive to Lisbon international airport
• Approx. 98 km to Faro international airport
Other Info
According to official information from the municipality of Ourique, there is potential for further development, particularly in the rural tourism sector. This presents an attractive opportunity for investors, as the property has existing infrastructure and offers scope for expansion into rural tourism within a regulated yet supportive planning framework. A project proposal must be submitted in this regard.
