COUNTRY HOUSE, PICOTA, MONCHIQUE

For sale is this gorgeous and very well maintained mixed property measuring 5,2 hectares, offering amazing views over the countryside of the western Algarve, with the views overlooking the Odelouca dam and reaching as far as the Atlantic Ocean.

Terraced and carefully designed, the property is perfectly adequate to set up a Rental Business (Alojamento Local) as it features two restored traditional Monchique country houses. The property is also suitable as a permanent or holiday residence for those who love the mountain life whilst still living in the Algarve and close to its sunny beaches.

The country houses consist of the main house (140 m2 + 32 m2 terrace + 20 m2 mezzanine) which also includes an independent studio (30 m2 + 7 m2 terrace + 8,5 m2 mezzanine).

In close proximity is the guesthouse (45 m2 + 20 m2 terrace + 20 m2 mezzanine), which also maintains the beautiful rustic granite structure and that has been renovated in the same style. Behind both house there is a fully functional traditional bread oven.

The property includes a swimming pool measuring 24 m2, which is integrated in a sizeable wooden deck with stunnning views, ideal as a yoga deck or space for outdoor events & meals. A lounge corner with bar is also part of the deck. Further features are: a barbecue area, three pitches for caravans or camping cars, large tool shed and spacious canopy to store fire wood or for other uses.

The terrain has two gated entrances and a third access, leading to a hiking trail. Featuring many flat areas, the land is very well suited for small agricultural projects and/or the keeping of animals/livestock. The land is covered with mature vegetation, including native species as cork oaks, olive trees and medronheiros. The property is fully fenced. An automatic irrigation system serves roughly 1 hectare of the upper terraces.

Although connected to the main electric grid, the property also benefits from a solar water heater supplemented by small electric water heaters. Drinkable water comes from a spring, which runs all year. This water is filtered with UV-light, and kept in two storage tanks of 16 m3. An additional water tank of 80 m3 has been installed to water the plants, with many taps, sprinklers and hydrants strategically located throughout the land. Two septic tanks are also part of the property.

The whole terrain is well protected in case of wildfires. A fire risk assessment has been made in November 2023. The buildings are all fireproof, double glazed, aluminum, rockwool and steel plated roofs with roof tiles. With this insulation, the buildings stay cool in summer and are easy to heat in winter. The main house, the studio and the guest house have wood burners. Fully new electrical installation, certified and checked yearly by EDP (3 phase, 15 KVA). Mobile phone and internet (4/5G) reception from Vodafone. ITED installation is in place for future connection to landline and/or glass fiber.

Although secluded and very quiet, the land is very accessible, connected to a paved municipal road.

Distance to the nearest shops and nearest city (Monchique): 5 Minutes drive.

Portimão: 28 Minutes; Faro Airport: 1 hour and 15 minutes.

For any inquires, do not hesitate to contact us.

REF: AP2039