Among properties for sale near Ourique, Monte Cerro das Pedras stands out with a private lake, landscaped gardens and 6.3 hectares of land. The property is offered at €849,000 and includes a 249 m² contemporary country house. Its private lake covers approximately 2,500 m² and has a dedicated swimming area. The four-bedroom layout is suited to family life, extended stays or a private rural escape. Two bedrooms benefit from en-suite bathrooms, while three bathrooms serve the home overall. A bright panorama living room opens onto a large terrace with views over the water and countryside. The fully equipped kitchen is arranged for practical daily use and entertaining. An office, pantry, laundry facilities and storage rooms add valuable functionality. A mezzanine and sauna provide further flexibility for leisure or relaxation. Outside, landscaped gardens are complemented by mature fruit trees and centuries-old olive trees. Automatic irrigation helps maintain the planted areas. Terraces, a patio, courtyard and barbecue zone support outdoor living in the Alentejo climate. The stone pathway down to the lake creates a natural connection between the house and private waterside setting. Covered parking for five vehicles is useful for owners, guests or multiple household cars. A separate 36 m² technical outbuilding offers additional space for equipment or storage. Underfloor and wall heating, air conditioning and an integrated fireplace support comfort in different seasons. The property also includes solar panels, a heat pump, a well, borehole, water filter and emergency generator. Ourique is 11 km away, providing supermarkets, restaurants, schools and a hospital. The Costa Vicentina lies about 60 km to the southwest, and the southern Algarve coast is approximately 75 km away. Its scale and unique lake may create potential for a premium rural rental or retreat concept, subject to planning, licensing and market assessment. Contact us today to arrange further information and a private viewing 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
