Considering a self-sustained country home in Alentejo presents numerous benefits, and this property near Ourique exemplifies them perfectly! Priced at €1,600,000, this home is designed for eco-conscious living while enjoying a rural lifestyle, featuring photovoltaic panels and solar water heating. The spacious villa provides 420m² of living space, including three en-suite bedrooms that offer comfort and privacy. The surrounding land provides ample opportunities for farming activities or simply enjoying nature with private lake access and olive groves that can generate additional income. The home's outdoor spaces include a swimming pool, paddocks, and stables, making it ideal for equestrian lovers and those looking for a retreat from urban life. Located a short distance from local amenities in Ourique, this property offers the perfect blend of solitude and convenience. Investing in this equestrian centre means embracing a sustainable lifestyle while having a potential source of income from agricultural activities. Properties like this are rare—contact us now to explore what this unique country home has to offer!
• Living area 420m²; Construction size 420m²
• Plot size 150.000m²
• Year of construction 1999
• 3 bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms
• Swimming pool 12 x 6m and tennis court
• Fenced paddocks
• 12 box stable block with grip room and Olympic size sand arena
• Views and private access to lake
• Two large ruins which can be recovered
The house is all on one level, semi open plan with access to a large covered outdoor terrace on two sides. The views are over the mature low maintenance garden and pool to the lake beyond. Bedrooms are at the back with country views to the olive grove and paddocks.
From the paddocks there is access to 1.5km of private water front. There are many possibilities with this property as the house is independent of the larger land area. Family home and rent the rest or make a business or keep horses for pleasure. The olives are organic standard and can generate a good income.
Amenities
• Photovoltaic panels plus battery bank for electricity
• Solar panels and wood burner with back boiler for hot water
• Three boreholes – house, stables and near to ruins
Location
• 6km to Ourique with all facilities including a hospital
• 10km to Funcheira train station with high speed trains to the cities
• 100km to Faro airport
