Investors considering a country house with rural tourism potential near the Algarve can examine this renovated estate in the southern Alentejo. Priced at €849,000, it offers a four-bedroom residence, a private swimming pool and 75,000 m² of fenced land. The property is approximately one hour by car from the Algarve, creating access to a major leisure and tourism market while retaining a quieter countryside setting. The municipality of Ourique has indicated potential for further rural tourism development, subject to a formal project and planning approvals. Existing buildings and infrastructure could help provide a practical starting point for evaluating a hospitality business. The home has 233 m² of living area and approximately 400 m² of construction. Built in 2008, it was renovated in 2024 and 2026. Four bedrooms and four bathrooms could support owner occupation, guest accommodation or a mixed-use arrangement. Three en-suite bathrooms provide added convenience for visitors. A modern office, converted from one bedroom, may be useful for managing bookings or working remotely. The open-plan living kitchen area creates a welcoming communal environment. Guests could make use of the conservatory, wood burner, air conditioning and fully fitted kitchen. Outside, a covered BBQ kitchen and landscaped garden add to the property's visitor appeal. The 10 x 5 metre private pool offers a strong lifestyle feature for holiday lets during the warmer months. A 76 m² storage building could accommodate operational equipment, vehicles or agricultural materials. Wide countryside views, cork trees and fruit trees reinforce the authentic Alentejo experience. Outdoor activities may include walking, cycling, horse riding and visits to nearby river beaches. Ourique, 10 kilometres away, provides restaurants, amenities and a hospital, while Beja is around 40 minutes by car. Santa Clara Reservoir, the west coast and Faro International Airport are also reachable for guests and owners. Potential rental income and return on investment require independent market research, financial modelling and confirmation of planning permissions. Contact us now to review this investment opportunity and schedule a viewing.
• The house can be extended but there is also a possibility that the land allows for Tourism in Rural Areas (TER)
• 233m² living area, approx. 400m² construction area
• 4 bedrooms, 3 en-suite bathrooms, 1 family bathroom
• Fenced 75.000m² plot
• Year of construction: 2008, renovated in 2024/2026
• 10 x 5m swimming pool
• Ideal for agriculture, horses, and other livestock
• Surrounding is also ideal for walkers & bikers
• South orientation with wide open views
• Location is private but not isolated
• Great potential - also for investors
This is a perfect, well maintained country retreat, but not far from a town, the reservoir, lakes and rivers, the Algarve, West Coast or the historic town of Beja and Évora! The single storey country house with 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms is located in an elevated position with panoramic views to the natural Alentejo countryside. From a small tarmac road there is a 1km dirt track giving access to the property which leads to an inner courtyard with many parking spaces, a second building of 76m² for storage, harvest, equipment or cars. The property has been recently renovated. One of the bedrooms was converted into a big, modern office. This place is ideal for a large family or holiday home, to rent out and for nature lovers, livestock, horses and agriculture. There is plenty of space for various ideas and events.
There is potential for further development, particularly in the area of rural tourism (TER) and other tourism-related projects, such as a caravan park, subject to the usual planning and approval processes.
• Main entrance to open-plan living kitchen
• Lounge with conservatory and wood/log burner
• Kitchen with adjacent pantry
• Air conditioning throughout, electric heating
• Fruit trees and cork trees, garden
• BBQ area with roof, hot water and wide open views
Amenities
• Mains electricity plus solar
• Electric boiler for hot water
• Borehole
• Outdoor lighting
• Large septic tank
• Reserve air conditioning throughout, wood burner
• Heating
• Internet, good phone reception, SAT TV
• Double glazed windows and manual French shutters
• Marble window sills and door steps
• Fly screens throughout
• Covered outdoor kitchen/BBQ with fridge, worktop, and hot & cold water supply, kitchen cupboard
Location
• Approx.10km to Ourique town with:
• Important amenities, restaurants, hospital
• 1,5 km to nearest bar
• 4 km to 3 restaurants and a coffee bar
• Approx. 45 km to Santa Clara Reservoir
• Approx. 80 km to Mertola River Beach
• Approx. 1 hour to Odemira west coast
• Approx. 1 hour drive to the Algarve
• Approx. 2 hours’ drive to Lisbon international airport
• Approx. 98 km to Faro international airport
Other Info
According to official information from the municipality of Ourique, there is potential for further development, particularly in the rural tourism sector. This presents an attractive opportunity for investors, as the property has existing infrastructure and offers scope for expansion into rural tourism within a regulated yet supportive planning framework. A project proposal must be submitted in this regard.
