luxury house with pool for sale Arcos, Portugal

Welcome to a unique life experience in Recardães, on the outskirts of the city of Águeda, where architectural refinement meets the natural beauty of the Águeda river valley. This magnificent designer villa, located on a generous plot area of 3,012 m², stands out for its unique architecture and privileged view to the west, offering an exclusive and sophisticated residence. It allows you to enjoy stunning views from the large windows, flooding the interior spaces with natural light. Spread over three floors, this villa offers a floor area of 556 m², providing spacious and comfortable spaces. On floor 0 we find a panoramic living and dining room, perfect for entertaining friends and family, a fully equipped kitchen, a guest suite, laundry room and a staff room. Also on this floor, we find an office/library area ideal for work and/or meetings. On the upper floor we find a master suite with a superb view and access to the panoramic terrace, ideal place to relax. Also on this floor we find two more bedrooms, with a shared bathroom, with access to the terrace and views over the property and surroundings. Going down to the lower floor, we find an indoor pool with views and access to the garden, a spacious room perfect for parties, with a bar, pool table and small cinema space. It also has an equipped service kitchen, ideal for event logistics. The villa has a large garage for four vehicles. It is with great enthusiasm that we invite you to schedule a visit!!

Fantastic five-bedroom villa with four fronts located in a quiet area.For convenience, the villa is reached through two entrances, both of which provide access to a patio area that spans the entire allotment and is present throughout the property. The western entrance provides entry to a covered garage with a capacity of two vehicles, in addition to an outdoor parking area that has the potential to accommodate an additional four vehicles.Beyond the villa is an expansive garden that can be reached through the east or west gates. Additionally, there is a terrace that overlooks a 40 m2 swimming pool, both of which receive magnificent sunlight. The pool is complemented by three porches, one on each of the east, north, and west sides.The social area, which is situated to the left of the entrance hall, comprises a completely furnished kitchen and is adjacent to the living and dining room. This area provides direct access to the garden and porch. In addition to a 26 m2 indoor swimming pool, this floor features a service toilet, an office or bedroom, two storage rooms, laundry, wine cellar and machine rooms.On the first floor are the four bedrooms, one of which - the master suite - has a huge terrace and the other suite with dressing room opens onto a balcony. The remaining two bedrooms are served by a full bathroom and another balcony accessible from one of them. On the roof, the villa has solar panels for greater energy efficiency.Situated in a tranquil locality, in close proximity to the Fermentelos Pateira, this villa affords convenient access to major thoroughfares, including the A1 and the National 1, and is ten minutes from Águeda and thirty minutes from Aveiro.CHARACTERISTICS: Plot Area: 1 940 m2 20 882 sq ft Useful area: 547 m2 5 889 sq ft Building Area: 547 m2 5 889 sq ft Bedrooms: 5 Bathrooms: 4 Garage: 6 Energy efficiency: A Internationally awarded, LUXIMOS Christie's presents more than 1,200 properties for sale in Portugal, offering an excellent service in real estate brokerage. LUXIMOS Christie's is the exclusive affiliate of Christie´s International Real Estate (1350 offices in 46 countries) for the Algarve, Porto and North of Portugal, and provides its services to homeowners who are selling their properties, and to national and international buyers, who wish to buy real estate in Portugal. Our selection includes modern and contemporary properties, near the sea or by theriver, in Foz do Douro, in Porto, Boavista, Matosinhos, Vilamoura, Tavira, Ria Formosa, Lagos, Almancil, Vale do Lobo, Quinta do Lago, near the golf courses or the marina. LIc AMI 9063

This exquisite property has so much potential and could be converted into a boutique Hotel or Retirement home, both in high demand in the area. It would also be an ideal venue for events, or a plethora of other business opportunities. The main House has 9 large double bedrooms plus a guest house with an AL license - Alojamento Local - short-term accommodation for tourists, for 7 en-suite bedrooms, all leading out to well-maintained garden and the stunning pool area. There is a lease to buy option on the property! Features …16 Bedroom House including a 7 Bedroom Guest house with AL (AIrBnB) license 1,344 m²16 bathrooms 11 en-suite2 floorsLand plot of 4,990 m²6 living / dining rooms2 large balconies1 gym1 Large laundry room with pantry1 Large main kitchen with additional food prep areasCentral HeatingAir ConditioningDouble glazed windows and glass doors Outside :2 dog houses3 Car garage2 Parking lots1 Barbecue with chill out area near the poolSwimming pool 120 m²Energy efficiency rating F but does not reflect the upgradesBorehole In Detail …This exquisite property is situated at the edge of the quaint town of Santa Comba Dão with country views and views over the river, but minutes away from the centre of town, with its quaint cobbled streets and river running through the town. Electric gates open to the main house with ample parking and a 3 car garage under the house. There are another 2 entrances with ample parking for guests or additional parking for events.   Tiled stairs lead you up to the main house with doors that open into a vast double vaulted ceiling space leading to the lounge and dining area which really makes a grand entrance. The beautiful authentic tiles on the walls are bespoke from the previous owners and represent their unique design. There is a further sunken lounge with large windows opening to the countryside. An open fireplace and ample seating makes this a very grand area. Terracotta tiles throughout finish the flooring downstairs in the main house. There are 5 double bedrooms, 2 currently being used as an office space, 3 WC’s 2 en-suite, a very large main kitchen, with additional dining area, spacious laundry with multiple washers and dryers along with a large pantry and storage area. Formal dining and living room area with high double vaulted ceilings all on the ground floor, with a imposing wrap around balcony leading off the sunken lounge with ample room for outdoor dining with exquisite views of the countryside and river below. Bespoke imported wooden stairs lead up to the second level of the house, which has a further 4 large double bedrooms all en-suite. The massive master bedroom has an impressive walk in his and hers wardrobe, and spacious bathroom.  The custom-made wooden ceiling has access to a good sized attic of 120 m² which has been finished with electricity and heating, and can be converted to more accommodation if needed. To the right of the main house is the guest accommodation all on one level with 7 en-suite bedrooms all leading onto the open garden and pool area. There is a large games room, living room area, outdoor chill area and BBQ area. At the back of the house is a full gym, ramp for wheelchair access, a large workshop, 2 dogs kennels enclosed and a courtyard. There are additional storage rooms for equipment. This house is like a Tardis, opening to different areas each offering something different from the last. There is definitely no shortage of space here and offers so many opportunities for a plethora of businesses, from the current guest house, to a boutique hotel, retirement home, events for weddings, or corporate events. There is even further opportunity to expand and add additional accommodation if needed. The property is connected to mains electricity, it has its own borehole water,  there is a connection for mains water if required, although there is ample water in the borehole. All outside rooms have air conditioning, 2 heat bombs for water heating plus gas/ fuel option for water heating and central heating. There is a 4 horse pump to supply water for house, gardening and pool keeping water bills to a minimum. Location…The property is located in central Portugal, close to the quaint village of  Santa Comba Dão (5 min drive or 15 min walk),  with its cobbled streets and cafes along the river that runs through the town. The town has everything you need from supermarkets, banks, a gym, parks, local markets and a school. The river beaches, walking trails, bike trials, beautiful landscapes, customs and traditions, are certainly a potential for further tourism development, with a lot of outdoor sports and activities for the adventurous. The beautiful city of Coimbra, Portugal`s third biggest city is less than an hour away. Coimbra is regarded as the university city of Portugal, but for over 100 years it was the medieval capital of the country. This interplay of ancient history and progressive student ideals come together in Coimbra to form a fascinating tourist destination. The city has the River Mondega winding its way through the city which adds to its charm. Built on the grounds of a former palace, the university is famed for its baroque library, the Biblioteca Joanina, and its 18th-century bell tower. In the city's old town lies the 12th-century Romanesque cathedral Sé Velha.Luso is just 30 minutes away which is famous for the natural spring water bottled from the mountains. There is a spring in the middle of the quaint town where many locals and tourists go fill up their water bottles for free. The popular Thermal Spa is located here and perfect for a special day out. Palace Hotel do Bussaco is also located in Luso.  This fairy-tale castle in the middle of an enchanted forest, since 1917, it has been considered as one of the most beautiful, romantic and historic hotels in the world, well worth a trip to see.Porto is an hour and a half away and Lisbon is around 2 and half hours’ drive. Coimbra Portugal`s third biggest city is around 40 minutes away, and the seaside is around 50 minutes.This property is located close to major motorways with easy access and located in a stunning area of Central Portugal with a lot areas to relax and visit, along with outdoor activities for the adventurous.

Furnished three-bedroom villa with pool and pool house , for sale in the most exclusive and quiet area of Praia da Barra, with unobstructed views of the Ria de Aveiro.This is a recently renovated single-storey house with high-quality finishes that include underfloor heating, thermal protection on the exterior walls, floors and ceilings and a controlled environment. The kitchen is also fully equipped with Bosh appliances and the three bedrooms have built-in closets.At the rear of the plot is the pool house with a kitchen, barbecue and wood-burning oven, as well as a pool table, plus a gym, a sauna for 4 people and a garage - which includes an electric charger - for two cars.The pool is heated and this villa has a dream location, with road access just a few minutes away; 10 minutes from Aveiro and 60 minutes from Porto.CHARACTERISTICS: Plot Area: 680 m2 7 319 sq ft Useful area: 209 m2 2 250 sq ft Building Area: 209 m2 2 250 sq ft Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 2 Garage: 2 Energy efficiency: A Internationally awarded, LUXIMOS Christie's presents more than 1,200 properties for sale in Portugal, offering an excellent service in real estate brokerage. LUXIMOS Christie's is the exclusive affiliate of Christie´s International Real Estate (1350 offices in 46 countries) for the Algarve, Porto and North of Portugal, and provides its services to homeowners who are selling their properties, and to national and international buyers, who wish to buy real estate in Portugal. Our selection includes modern and contemporary properties, near the sea or by theriver, in Foz do Douro, in Porto, Boavista, Matosinhos, Vilamoura, Tavira, Ria Formosa, Lagos, Almancil, Vale do Lobo, Quinta do Lago, near the golf courses or the marina. LIc AMI 9063

Majestic Quinta de Grandeza and much more.... Located in the district of Coimbra, and close to the beautiful city of Penacova. This stunning Quinta is located in an elevated position within a large country estate. The property benefits from stunning views of the olive groves, the attractive landscape and the majestic peaks of Serra da Estrela in the distance. Built in 1911, the Quinta features 9 bedrooms, a separate 3 bedroom cottage, a further 3 bedrooms in a stone annex, porters' house, a huge pool area, yoga studio, workshop and more. Nowadays, the property is established as a wonderful retreat destination or can be the ultimate family home. It's up to you. If you're looking for a property with character, you won't see anything better than this. With impressive features such as high ceilings, hardwood floors, interior shutters, and exotic Brazilian wood throughout the property. You approach the imposing Quinta through a driveway with arched stone walls. After passing the porter's cottage, in front of you is the grand stone staircase to the property. Enter through the imposing double doors.... And the grandeur of the property takes your breath away. The Quinta's accommodation is composed as follows: 1st FloorAt the top of the stone staircase there is a wonderful south facing terrace, to the left there is a solarium/balcony (3.6m x 2.1m).You enter the Quinta through two large wooden double doors to an inspiring entrance hall with high wooden ceilings and original panelled walls. All this contributes to the greatness of this farm. From the entrance hall there are two front wings to the property. Front Left WingOffice (4.2m x 2.6m) - with two sets of large wooden doors.Bedroom 1 (4.3m x 4.3m)Family bathroom (3.1m x 2.6m)Bedroom 2 (4.4m x 3m)Bedroom 3 (3.6m x 2.7m) Front Right WingLiving room (5.8m x 4.1m) - with wood burning stove. Impressive 3.7m high ceilings.Sun room (3.5m x 2.2m) - connected to the living room overlooking the front of the house.Formal dining room (4.8m x 4.3m) - with wood panelled walls giving access to the kitchen at the rear of the property. Rear of the propertyHuge L-shaped breakfast kitchen (8.3m x 3.5m + 3.4m x 3m) - with wood burning stove, utility room and access to the rear gardens. 2nd FloorA large arrivals area awaits on the 2nd floor. Double doors give access to a hidden terrace at the rear of 25m2 overlooking the rear of the property and its grounds. Opposite, at the front of the house, is the really special balcony terrace, where the views open up again in front of you.Bedroom 4 (4.5m x 4.2m) - with an en-suite bathroom (2.2m x 2m)Bedroom 5 (4.3m x 2.6m) - with dressing room (3.6m x 2.6m) and en-suite bathroom (3.6m x 2m)Bedroom 6 (3.6m x 3.2m)Family bathroom (2.6m x 1.9m) - with roller bath and shower.Bedroom 7 (4.5m x 2.7m) - with a dressing room (3m x 2.8m) Ground floorIt can be accessed externally from the front yard or internally via stairs. A large self-contained apartment. Open plan kitchen/dining/living room (9.9m x 6.2m) - with a wood burning stove.Entrance hall (3m x 2.9m) - the ground floor can be accessed by two sets of double doors.Bedroom 8 (3.6m x 3.1m) - double aspect.Family bathroom (3.2 m x 2.1 m)Bathroom 9 (5.4m x 3.5m)Storage area (4m x 1.3m) From the kitchen, you can access a beautiful walled garden and the stone-arched exterior hallway that connects to other accommodations and outdoor spaces. Yoga Studio (7.2m x 3.4m) - with panoramic views of the village and surrounding mountains. Directly above the stunning pool area. Cottage (one level) Open plan kitchen/dining/living room (7.6m x 5.9m) - with wood burning stove and glass doors opening onto a pretty cobbled square with mature olive trees.Bedroom 1 (3.7m x 3m) - with fitted wardrobes.Bedroom 2 (3.7m x 2.6m) - with a small mezzanine.Family bathroom (2.8m x 2.4m) - with bath and shower.Bedroom 3 (2.5m x 1.9m)Separate toilet (2.2m x 1.3m) To the right of the square is a stone annex consisting of 3 more bedrooms and a bathroom with shower. Stone annexBedroom 1 (93.5m x 2.9m)Bedroom 2 (2.8m x 2m)Bedroom 3 (3.5m x 2.9m) The main feature of this area is the lovely covered outdoor terrace for kitchen/dining. A total of 40m2 with spectacular views of the pool and the countryside. Spectacular is one word to describe the pool area. The huge pool is surrounded by shaded cabanas and a large covered dining area. This area also has a poolside bar (7.3m x 4m) and a bathroom. The expansive views of the countryside and mountains add to the magic of this space. Stone steps lead from the pool area to the gardens, which are filled with olive trees, fruit trees, many native plants and a large vegetable garden. There is a separate entrance at the rear of the property and near this there is an independent workshop. The workshop is 11.3m x 3.9m with all amenities, a wood burning stove and its own large front terrace. The porters' cottage at the front of the property is 5.3m x 3.8m with a toilet and a sink. Around the property are a number of outbuildings, previously used for animals and storage. In total, the Quinta has more than 2 hectares of land. Enjoy beautiful views of the olive groves, the pretty village and the stunning peaks of the Sierra de Estrella. The Quinta and cottage benefit separately from fuel central heating. This is a really unique magical place and not to be missed. Words cannot describe the grandeur and feeling of this magnificent Quinta. For more information, please do not hesitate.ref: 114747