Buyers seeking a country home near Ourique for luxury living close to the Algarve coast should consider this €849,000 modern estate. The 249 m² residence has four bedrooms, three bathrooms and a private 2,500 m² lake on 6.3 hectares. It delivers a refined rural lifestyle while remaining within reach of the southern Algarve and Costa Vicentina. Contemporary architecture is paired with high-quality construction and a tranquil Alentejo setting. The house is surrounded by protected nature, cork oaks, holm oaks, fruit trees and mature olive trees. Two bedrooms have en-suite bathrooms, providing comfort and privacy for residents or guests. A fully fitted kitchen includes modern appliances and connects conveniently with the dining area. The panoramic living room occupies the upper floor and opens onto a large terrace. Its views stretch over the lake, gardens and rolling countryside. Multiple terraces offer space for morning coffee, outdoor dining and sunset entertaining. The private lake has a swimming area reached by a charming stone path through the grounds. Landscaped gardens, a barbecue area and a courtyard support relaxed outdoor living. Comfort systems include underfloor heating throughout, wall heating, air conditioning and an integrated fireplace. Double-glazed windows and excellent insulation help create a pleasant interior climate. A 4 kW solar panel system, heat pump and hot water storage add practical modern features. The property also benefits from a private well, water filter, emergency generator and public-grid connection. Covered parking for five cars makes the estate suitable for regular family use and visiting guests. Ourique, 11 km away, provides supermarkets, restaurants, schools and hospital services for everyday convenience. Costa Vicentina is approximately 60 km away, the Algarve southern coast is 75 km away and Faro International Airport is around 100 km away. The generous land and distinctive lake setting may also support a high-end holiday retreat or carefully managed rental strategy, subject to planning and market assessment. Contact us today to arrange a private viewing of this country house for sale 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
