One of the most distinctive luxury country estates near Crato is this €990,000 Baroque manor house with 7.6 hectares of private land. It offers two horse boxes, stables, three garages and secluded countryside surroundings in the Alentejo. For buyers prioritising space, heritage and privacy, the estate provides a compelling rural property for sale near Portalegre. The grounds are enclosed by a stone wall exceeding three metres in height, creating a strong sense of security and separation. Access is via an unpaved road leading to a representative vaulted gate. Built around 1750 and renovated in 2015, the manor combines historic character with practical modern facilities. The main residence has approximately 250 m² of construction and 195 m² of living area. Six bedrooms, five bathrooms, a library and a chapel accommodate family living and entertaining. A high-ceilinged hall opens towards a lounge and living room with traditional wood-burning tiled stoves. The fitted rustic kitchen includes modern appliances and a durable marble worktop. Four bedrooms are located on the ground floor, with another bedroom upstairs and further accommodation available in the separate gardener’s house. Equestrian buyers can make use of the stables, sheepfolds and two horse boxes. The land also includes olive trees, fruit trees, an orchard and landscaped garden areas. Two ornate Baroque pools, fountains and a pond enhance the estate’s leisure potential. A Roman cistern provides a memorable architectural and historical feature within the gardens. The property has a well, borehole, cistern, mains electricity and septic tank. Panoramic countryside views stretch towards the Serra de São Mamede, a nearby nature reserve rich in wildlife. Rivers, seasonal streams and winter cascades add to the outdoor appeal for walking and relaxation. Crato is just 3 km from the estate, and Portalegre is approximately 18 km away for shopping, dining and entertainment. Spain is about 30 km away, while Lisbon is approximately 170 km by road. The combination of land, equestrian facilities and heritage buildings may appeal to private owners or buyers assessing a rural hospitality concept, subject to approvals. Arrange a viewing now to experience this exceptional country estate near Crato.
• 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
