A Portuguese country estate for sale with a Roman cistern, walled gardens and Baroque architecture is available in Crato, Alentejo, for €990,000. The estate occupies 7.6 hectares within a historic stone enclosure near Portalegre. It is particularly suited to buyers who value architectural heritage, privacy and an expansive rural setting. The manor house dates from around 1750 and has been carefully maintained, with renovation recorded in 2015. Preserved Baroque decoration gives the residence a distinctive identity rarely found in modern country properties. The main accommodation includes six bedrooms, five bathrooms, a library and a chapel. A high-ceilinged entrance hall opens towards the lounge and living room. Traditional tile stoves and old Santa Catarina tiles contribute to the period atmosphere. Wooden floors, patio doors and a countryside-facing terrace connect the interior with the surrounding landscape. The walled gardens contain two richly decorated Baroque swimming pools and an ornamental fountain. A Roman cistern provides an especially notable link with the site’s ancient past. The outdoor setting also includes a pond, orchard, olive trees, fruit trees, courtyards and landscaped garden areas. Automatic irrigation and outdoor lighting support the enjoyment and management of the grounds. Stables, two horse boxes, sheepfolds and other buildings add practical versatility beyond the main residence. A one-bedroom fully equipped gardener’s house may serve as guest or caretaker accommodation, subject to the buyer’s intended use. Water and drainage infrastructure includes a borehole, well, cistern and septic tank. The property is positioned at the foot of the Serra de São Mamede mountains, known for varied wildlife and protected natural scenery. Hiking and bird watching can be enjoyed in the surrounding countryside, alongside a slower Alentejo lifestyle. Crato is approximately 3 kilometres away, Portalegre is 18 kilometres away, Spain is 30 kilometres away and Lisbon is about 170 kilometres away. Its historic features and independent spaces could support a heritage retreat or rural tourism concept, subject to planning approvals, licensing and a detailed business plan. Contact us to arrange a private viewing of this remarkable Portuguese estate.
• 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
