Monchique, Faro

Perched on the heights of Monchique, Quinta Barranco da Picota unfolds over more than 7 hectares, combining ancient terraces, Mediterranean forest and granite rocks. A property designed for living outdoors as much as indoors, with open views over the valleys, a lake below and, in the distance, the ocean. The old stone house, fully renovated in 2018, retains its character while integrating modern technical features: upgraded insulation, new roof, new installations, high-performance joinery. The main living area is arranged beneath a high, bright roof structure, with an open kitchen, dining room and living room facing the landscape. The Bavaria fireplace, equipped for cooking, extends the use of the home through the seasons. Two bedrooms, two bathrooms, a WC, a mezzanine and functional spaces complete the ensemble. Outside, the property truly comes into its own. A large covered terrace, a direct extension of the living room, includes a fully equipped summer kitchen: bread oven, gas cooking, sink, barbecue area. Life here runs from morning to night, between meals, rest and taking in the view. An outdoor shower, drying areas and multiple arranged corners support this open way of living. The estate is set up for an autonomous, active lifestyle: a 110 m² workshop with a green roof, storage areas, farm shelters, and a large fenced chicken coop with shelter. Chickens and ducks are part of the daily rhythm, reinforcing the spirit of a living farm. A fully equipped motorhome, set facing the panorama, provides additional independent space. Water is everywhere. The Barranco da Picota runs along the property for 500 meters with a permanent flow. Three mines and several springs supply the land, supplemented by a closed 40 m³ cistern, irrigation basins and a 55 m³ reserve silo. Everything is connected to an extensive irrigation system and an already installed fire-protection setup. Designed for organic farming, the quinta hosts more than 160 varieties of fruit trees planted in recent years, as well as a wide diversity of local species: olive trees, cork oaks, strawberry trees, carob trees. Citrus, exotic fruits, berries, aromatic and medicinal plants follow one another through the seasons, creating a rich, productive ecosystem. Here, daily life is organized around cultivation, maintaining the terraces, living with the animals, and timeless moments facing the landscape. An ideal property for a permaculture / retreat / eco-living projectaimed at those seeking a structured, self-sufficient place open to nature, without total isolation, just a few minutes from the center of Monchique. Situated on the heights of Monchique, in the heart of the Serra, the property lies in a rare setting in the Algarve: a place lived in year-round, where nature shapes daily life without creating isolation. Here, the mountain is not an occasional retreat but a true place to live, organized around an active village that concentrates essential services, shops, and local life. Just a few minutes away, the center of Monchique sets the weekly rhythm: market, cafés, restaurants, schools, medical services, and everyday shops. Youll find stable local life there, supported by a community present throughout the year. The Caldas de Monchique thermal baths, only 6 km away, extend this quality of life with their natural waters, gardens, and relaxation areas, easily integrated into a routine. Access to the coast remains simple and quick. In under 30 minutes, Portimão offers all the infrastructure of a city: hospital, marina, train station, major retail. The beaches of Praia da Rocha or Alvor make it possible, within half an hour, to shift to a completely different landscape, between ocean and lagoon. Faro Airport is about an hour away, making international travel easy. The area fully lends itself to an active lifestyle. Hiking trails, viewpoints such as Picota or Fóia, nature routes, golf, and outdoor activities structure everyday life. Between mountain and sea, days can be