luxury architect houses for sale Terras de Bouro, Portugal

Set on an impressive 11-acre (45,000 m²) plot surrounded by peaceful nature, this unique countryside estate from the 1970s offers an extraordinary opportunity to restore and reimagine a piece of Northern Portugals rural charm. Located just 10 minutes from the lively and historic city of Braga, the property blends rustic tranquility with easy access to modern conveniences.The estate includes two separate homes: the main house and a cozy caretaker's cottage. The main residence, thoughtfully renovated in the 1990s by architect Nuno Meira, is full of character and timeless architectural details. Inside, youll find three bedroomsone on the ground floor and two upstairsalong with a formal dining room, three inviting living areas, and a private office. The home includes a fully functional kitchen and two bathrooms, with the upstairs bath enjoying natural light. A traditional wood-burning fireplace provides a cozy and efficient heat source during the cooler months.The caretaker's house offers additional comfort and versatility, with two bedrooms, a living room, kitchen, bathroom, and a charming covered porch that opens to the surrounding greenery.Outside, the estate features multiple spaces designed for relaxation and entertaining. A covered lounge area is perfect for outdoor dining or summer barbecues, and an additional structure on the grounds could easily serve as a games room or creative studio. There's also a small storage building, covered parking, a dog kennel, and a flourishing orchard with mature olive trees that add to the propertys authentic Mediterranean feel.A hidden gem on the land is a spring (mina) that supplies water to the entire property, emphasizing its self-sufficiency. For those with a vision, theres also an old stone house in ruinsready to be brought back to life as a guest cottage, workshop, or artistic retreat!Whether you're dreaming of a private family compound, a vacation rental business, or simply a peaceful life immersed in nature, this estate offers incredible potential in a stunning locationjust an hour from Porto and its international airport, and within reach of Portugals scenic northern coast.Let this be your next chapter in the Portuguese countryside.

Luxury villa in Gerês with pool and tennis court and views over Rio, on a plot of 2,600m2Modern architecture dream house ready to fulfill anyone's dream.Located near the water line, with stunning views over the river and excellent sun exposure.With 3 bedrooms and large areas, this villa is in a quiet location and a short drive from beaches and leisure facilities, as well as shops and services.Its surrounding gardens make this Villa a dream place...Characteristics:- House fully furnished and equipped;- Kitchen equipped with fridge, oven, hob, extractor, dishwasher and microwave;- Built-in wardrobes in all bedrooms;- Rooms with access to the balcony;- Infinity pool;- Tennis court;- Football field;- Leisure space;- Playroom;- Bathroom by the pool;- Air conditioning;