Investing in this country estate in Alentejo offers a unique opportunity to own a slice of history combined with natural beauty. Available for sale, this estate encompasses 125 hectares, featuring a well-preserved baroque manor house that has historical ties to Roman aristocrats and medieval knights. This majestic property provides an impressive living experience with lavish gardens, fountains, and a natural swimming lake, ideal for relaxation and enjoyment. The estate also houses two guest retreats, each independently furnished with 14 bedrooms total, presenting excellent potential for rental income or use as a family getaway. The gardens, encapsulated by a stone wall, provide extensive outdoor spaces for tranquility and leisure. The property is located close to Crato (3 km) and Portalegre (18 km), ensuring access to essential amenities such as shops and excellent dining options. With farming land cultivated in olives and grapes, this estate is perfect for those seeking a second income via agriculture. Whether you're drawn to the lush landscapes, the historical allure, or the sound investment potential, this estate makes for an exceptional choice. Don’t miss this rare opportunity; contact us to learn more and schedule a personal viewing!
• Plot: 1.250.000 m²
• Construction Area: 1,000 m²
• Living Area: 1,000 m²
• Bedrooms: 19 ( 5 in the main house + 14 in 2 separate Guest House buildings )
• 30 Ha. Olive grove
• 70 Ha. Cork Oaks and Mountain Pastures
• 1,5 Ha. Vineyard
• Garages
Entering the gate of the completely fenced, 125 hectares of picturesque land, which looks like a gigantic English landscape, one follows an unpaved road that passes the two Guest House buildings and heads to the the centre of the property where the Manor House is located.
Surrounded by a 7.5 ha garden inside a stone wall over 3 mts high with a representative vaulted gate, is the Manor House with 250 m2. Is used as the owner’s residence and boosts a perfectly preserved beautiful baroque décor. An imponente Hall with high ceiling 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 gardener’s house, stables, sheepfolds and other buildings.
The Guest House is located on the top of a hill and have in total 14 additional bedrooms. Each of the houses are independent and fully equiped. Most of the rooms are in-suite and all have recently undergone a general renovation. The third pool is located near the Guest House buildings and offers a spectacular view of several kilometers around.
The picture is complemented by 4 stocked ponds, a swimming lake with crystal clear water, as well as a river and several seasonal streams, creating beautifully murmuring cascades in winter and spring.
Amenities
• 3,5 Ha. Natural Swimming lake
• 4 Ponds
• River and seasonal Streams creating cascades in winter and spring
• Swimming Pool with open view
• 2 richly decorated baroque pools, Fountains and Roman Cistern
• Private hunting district rich in game (wild boars, deer, foxes, badgers, numerous bird species)
Location
• 3 Km from Crato
• 18 Km from Portalegre with Shopping Malls, Cinema and Restaurants
• 30 Km from Spain
• 170 Km from Lisbon