Investing in this modern rural property near the Costa Vicentina means acquiring a €849,000 country house with a distinctive 2,500 m² private lake. The estate extends across 63,000 m² near Ourique, approximately 60 km from the Costa Vicentina. Its four-bedroom, 249 m² home combines contemporary design, privacy and a compelling nature-based setting. Properties with substantial private land and their own swimming lake can offer a differentiated position in the rural accommodation market. The lake and landscaped grounds may appeal to guests seeking secluded wellness, leisure or outdoor experiences. Any rental strategy and projected ROI should be verified independently against local regulations, demand and operating costs. The house includes two en-suite bedrooms, three bathrooms, an office and several practical service rooms. A panoramic living room opens onto a generous terrace with uninterrupted views across the lake and hills. The fully fitted kitchen and dining area make the property suitable for both private use and hosted stays. Mature fruit trees, old olive trees, cork oaks and holm oaks reinforce the authentic Alentejo character. A private swimming area beside the lake adds an unusual lifestyle attraction. Terraces, gardens and a barbecue area support alfresco entertaining during the warmer months. The property also benefits from a sauna, mezzanine, storage rooms and a 36 m² technical outbuilding. Underfloor heating, wall heating, air conditioning, a heat pump and fireplace help maintain comfort throughout the year. Solar panels rated at 4 kW may assist with energy efficiency, alongside a well, borehole and water filtration system. An emergency generator and public electricity connection provide additional infrastructure for rural living. Ourique is 11 km away and offers supermarkets, restaurants, schools and hospital services. Santa Clara Dam river beach is around 50 km away, while the southern Algarve coast is approximately 75 km from the estate. Faro International Airport is about 100 km away, supporting access for international owners and visitors. The location may suit a lifestyle-led investment, private retreat or boutique rural rental concept, subject to all necessary permissions. Contact us now to review the investment opportunity and book a viewing.
• 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
