Ourique Municipality, Beja 7670

Enjoy stunning Alentejo views from this unique and private fully legalised (2017) and well presented property. Rural, but not isolated, this restored farmhouse (3 bed villa with pool + adjoining 2/3 bed) is in an excellent location in Southern Alentejo. Less than 10 mins drive to Ourique town amenities and just 1 hour from Faro airport, 45 mins to Algarve beaches and shopping, 1 hour to quieter West Coast beaches and train links to Lisbon, Porto and Faro. Sold furnished and equipped, the property offers an opportunity for additional income from short or long term rentals of one of the houses whilst living in the other. Summer rentals have earned 5-star reviews for the last 8 years. Alternatively, the second house provides privacy for your visiting friends and family. Many nationalities have settled in this sought after area drawn to a slower pace of life in a truly beautiful, peaceful place to live surrounded by nature. Clean air and dark skies at night make this location a stargazers' paradise. A wonderful area for walking, mountain biking, fishing, birdwatching. Digital distance workers benefit from excellent available mobile data coverage. The house sits atop its own hill with fully fenced 4.42 hectares of grazing land, about 75 olive trees, cork and holm oak trees. These traditional charming houses, with thick walls and high vaulted ceilings, were built to stay cool in summer. Plenty of space for outdoor living with an expansive patio, built in barbeque and 9m x 5m kidney shaped pool. Both houses have electricity ratings of B-. Central heating throughout via a Swiss-style log burner keeps the houses cosy through the short Portuguese winters. Insulated roofing. Double glazing. Two of the bedrooms have air conditioners/heaters. There are 3 boreholes, 2 water wells, 2 septic tanks as well as 2 storage sheds and a pool pump room. A fully shelved room inside the house provides further storage. Shaded parking for two cars and additional parking for 8/10 cars. Ourique, although a small town, has a new health centre, dentist, primary and secondary schools, library, fire and police stations, good supermarkets, banks, a post office, tax office, restaurants, a cinema, swimming pool and a football stadium. There are fitness activities available at the community centre. Tennis courts are in the next town as well as a hospital. Come and see this amazing property for yourself! Last Updated: