House 3 bedrooms Ourique - solar panels, tiled stove, garage, swimming pool, fireplace, terrace

This traditional villa offers 2 bedrooms, a guest cottage and 4.3 hectares of land. Located in a peaceful area with stunning countryside views, it includes a large lake and swimming pool. 15-minutes from Ourique, perfect for a tranquil lifestyle. With a borehole for water and solar panels for electricity, you can be completely off-grid. THE HOUSEThe villa is built in a traditional Portuguese style, with thick walls and an insulated tiled roof. The main house features a spacious hallway, 2 double bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. The master bedroom has an en-suite bathroom with a walk-in wardrobe, while the second bathroom is off the hallway, also with a walk-in wardrobe. The large lounge has a cozy log burner and double doors leading to the rear terrace. The dining room, also with a log burner, is open plan to the modern kitchen, which includes extensive worktops, a gas hob, and two eye-level ovens (one gas and one electric). The kitchen has a fridge freezer, dishwasher, and access to the covered rear terrace. The house is powered by a full and efficient solar system, though it can be easily connected to the electrical grid at the entrance of the driveway if desired. Water is supplied by a borehole together with a cisterna and drainage is handled by a private septic tank, meaning there are no utility charges for electricity, water, or drainage. ANNEXAdditionally, the property includes an annex which has been made into a cottage with a living area, a double bedroom, and a spacious shower room, making it perfect for your visitors to have their own privacy. OUTDOORThe propertys grounds are a true highlight, sitting on 4.3 hectares of fully fenced and walled land, featuring a large, walled and terraced swimming pool and breathtaking 360-degree views over the lake and surrounding countryside. The front of the villa has a large, spacious terrace shaded by mature trees, colourful shrubs, and a variety of fruit trees. There is also a smaller, covered terrace at the rear of the house. The extensive driveway and gravelled areas around the property provide ample parking space, while outbuildings offer storage and house the solar batteries and generator. ABOUT THE AREAThe villa is located a 15-minute drive from the town of Ourique, where youll find a range of amenities including bars, cafes, restaurants, a municipal library, a swimming pool, a sports centre, a medical centre and an international community. The propertys location is perfect for those seeking peace, natural beauty, and a comfortable countryside lifestyle in the heart of Alentejo. The beautiful west & south coast beaches are 1hr away. Faro Airport can be reached in 1hr 20min.