Description
Exceptional Stone Estate with Guest House & Pool in the Heart of Central Portugal
A rare opportunity to acquire a meticulously restored stone estate offering over one hectare of landscaped parkland, complete with mature trees, terraced gardens, and a stunning saltwater pool. This private sanctuary combines authentic Portuguese character with modern comfort, all while delivering breathtaking valley views.
Location & Access
Perfectly positioned for both tranquility and convenience:
1km to Barril de Alva village
2.8km to the charming market town of Coja
Walking distance to a river beach and café/restaurant
14km to Arganil and 20km to Oliveira do Hospital (full services)
1 hour to UNESCO-listed Coimbra
2 hours to Porto International Airport
The Estate
Enter through impressive double gates into a private schist stone courtyard, where you'll discover two beautifully crafted outbuildings:
Café/Bar/Games Room (5.5m x 5.2m) - authentic schist stone construction
Country Kitchen/Dining Room (4.9m x 3.8m) - traditional schist stone finish
Main Residence
Ground Floor
The heart of the home is a fabulous open-plan kitchen/lounge/dining area (9m x 6.9m) featuring exposed schist walls, wood parquet flooring, and floor-to-ceiling windows framing spectacular valley views. A fully fitted kitchen with central island, wood-burning stove, and reversible air conditioning complete this inviting space.
Lower Level
Master Suite (6m x 4.2m) with dual patio doors opening onto a covered terrace, reversible air conditioning
En-suite Bathroom (3.3m x 2.4m)
Walk-in Dressing Room (2.6m x 2m)
Versatile Hallway (4m x 3m) with wood-burning stove and terrace access - ideal as a home office
Guest WC
Courtyard access
First Floor
Two spacious bedrooms (4.7m x 3.4m and 5.9m x 3.3m), both with reversible air conditioning
Family Bathroom (2.3m x 2m) featuring authentic Portuguese tiles
Guest Accommodation
Two independent studio apartments offer excellent rental potential or accommodation for extended family:
Upper Studio (5.4m x 4.6m) with en-suite bathroom (2.4m x 1.3m) and private balcony overlooking the valley and pool
Lower Studio (4.8m x 4.7m) with en-suite bathroom (2.2m x 1.7m) and private terrace
Outdoor Living
The lower terrace showcases a magnificent 10m x 5m saltwater pool surrounded by manicured gardens, complete with pool bar, WC, and storage facilities. The entire property is enclosed, largely by beautiful schist stone walls, with multiple access gates for easy maintenance.
Additional Features
Private well with dedicated schist stone pump house
Historic water mill awaiting restoration
High-speed fiber internet
Covered carport
External storage areas
Established gardens professionally maintained (local couple available to continue services)
The Experience
This property offers something truly special: complete privacy within a welcoming community, combined with easy access to local amenities. The thoughtfully designed landscape creates your own private park, while the panoramic valley views provide a constantly changing backdrop of natural beauty.
Whether as a permanent residence, holiday retreat, or income-generating investment, this exceptional estate represents authentic Portuguese country living at its finest.
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