luxury houses for sale Monsanto, Portugal

Perched on hill overlooking one of the twelve historical villages of Portugal from the 12th century, this unique property dates from about 150 years ago and stands in the centre of Portugal, right next to the Spanish border.Inserted in a preserved nature within a peaceful region, an old stone farmhouse has been converted into a luxury property, which purpose is to provide a retreat nest to its owners and guests.Its renovation has been completed in 2023 and its interior design has been inspired by a Japanese philosophy, Wabi-Sabi which aims to 'achieve perfection through inperfection'. It resulted in a home where harmony, calm and authentic beauty prevail. Every detail of the structure, piece of furniture, decoration or colour and even absence of, has been thoughtfully designed in a refined style in order to bring you comfort and silence, in and outside. The property stands on a slightly inclined plot of more than 5 hectares where you can walk around hundreds of autochthon cork and olive trees, or even climb over the granite rocks that dot the grazing land, while breathing an unpolluted air and admiring impressive views over tens of kilometres of surrounding hills.The two-story main building of around 290 m2 is oriented to the sunset. It is connected to a single storey house of around 140 m2 on its left side and there is a separated two-story house of around 125 m2 in front of it. Going down a short path, you reach the approximately 100 m2 salt water swimming pool. All exterior and interior facades, as well as the immediate surroundings of the buildings and swimming pool, are either stone or wood, being perfectly integrated into the landscape. In between the swimming pool and the main building, an old well has been converted into a nice outdoor chill-out space.The property is completely walled and you drive through an automatic gate leading to the 10 spots parking area. The property is composed by 10 spacious suites, each one having an independent access, a private bathroom (6 of them having oversized bathtub and shower), a small living room area and either a private shaded terrace or balcony. There are 4 suites on each floor of the right side of the main building and other 2 on the second floor of the separated house. All suites are equipped with reversible air conditioning.In the single-story house, in continuation of the main building, we access the common areas with underground temperature regulation and high ceilings : a generous lounge of around 60 m2, with fireplace, divided by a few steps into three levels / areas that you can also access directly through two entrance glass doors. On one side, in direction to the suites, you'll find the laundry room, a social toilet and the staircase to the first floor. On the other side, there is a breakfast / dining room, a bar with a high-quality professional equipment kitchen and other two glass entrance doors. From there, you can walk through a glass corridor to access the other house where you'll find : an open space with a staircase to the first floor, a kitchen and a living room on the ground floor, which has two entrance doors and an access to a private terrace ; and 2 suites on the first floor, that can also be accessed directly from outside. All rooms benefit from plenty of natural light, coming in from large windows / glass doors on both sides of the buildings, that also give a sensation of absence of boundaries between the interior and the exterior. Ground heating / cooling, indirect artificial lights, natural materials and tones smoothen the atmosphere and enhance its beauty.Internet and TV are available through fibre line in each room. The property is connected to the main water and electricity network. The septic tank is biologic. There is a 1500 litres deposit with a heat pump for hot water and underfloor heating. 20 solar panels complement the electricity supply. There also are two wells in the property, one of them being used for irrigation and for the pool. This property has been carefully renovated with respect for nature and tradition, offering intimacy for relaxing and finding harmony.Through a 500m paved road, you can quickly reach the nearest village. The touristic village of Monsanto is 2km away and the big city of Castelo Branco is 50mn drive. The Spanish border is 25 km away.

Located in certified organic territory, opposite the picturesque village of Monsanto, is this beautiful estate. This exceptional property extends over 238 hectares and is home to a wealth of natural elements and opportunities:Agricultural Diversity: With fruit trees, chestnut trees, pastures, olive trees, vineyards, rye and a well-established vegetable garden, this estate is an agricultural paradise.Animal Husbandry: It offers space and facilities for raising cows, pigs, sheep, goats, chickens and rabbits, providing a sustainable base for livestock activities.Ecological Hotel Project: An ambitious project for a 4-star rural hotel, designed to accommodate 44 ecological tourist villas, offering lucrative potential in the sustainable tourism sector.In addition, Monsanto Verde is strategically positioned near the traditional village of Monsanto, hailed as the 'most Portuguese of Portuguese villages'. It stands out for its 12th century castle, where D. Afonso Henriques, the first king of Portugal, lived.Ideal for entrepreneurs, organic farming enthusiasts and ecological tourism.

Manor House located in the historic center of Idanha-a-Nova Village located in Beira Interior, very close to all Social Services - Hospital, GNR, Schools of the 1st cycle to the Superior, Banks, Commerce, etc. It consists of 3 floors with 1,600 m2: » R /C includes a large hall, 2 offices, bar, cellar, and garage. » 1st floor has 3 lounges, kitchen, laundry, bedroom and toilet of the house, and suite. » 2nd floor has 4 bedrooms with toilet, and 2 suites. » The surrounding yard/garden has 1,747 m2. It has great tourist potential due to the conditions of the house, and by the tourist development of the region. Inserted in the protected area of the International Tagus and bordering the tourist area of Serra da Estrela, includes the historical areas of Monsanto and Penha Garcia, the spa area of Monfortinho, and also the hunting area of Raia. 30 minutes from the a-23 motorway exit node, 30 minutes from Castelo Branco airfield, 270 km from Lisbon, 30 km from the Spanish border and 300 km from Madrid. Mark your visit now! lingteam sobonsnegocios

Located in Largo da Sr.ª do Rosário, the Solar dos Marqueses da Graciosa is an imposing building of sixteenth-century origin, with an extensive façade in which the central tower, clad in stone, stands out.It is located in the historic center, near the Mother Church and the Castle of Idanha-a-Nova, in the southern part of the city.As an integral part of the main façade, the robust granite walls are shown, with protruding pinnacles, which define a semi-private cobbled road, accessible laterally and to the center by a wide staircase.The overlapping of the granite with the masonry painted in white, governed by principles of architectural composition, give it the historical and unique character that it presents.On the wedges of the bodies adjacent to the turret, the coat of arms of the family is arranged.It has a generous outdoor area, in which there is a swimming pool overlooking the city, and a garden with enormous decorative potential.

Are you looking for agricultural land with a lot of water capacity? On this property he has 300 ha of land available for his agricultural projects. It currently has about 100 ha of traditional olive groves and cork oak forests. It has a dam that occupies about 10 ha of the property. With agricultural structures and a dwelling house, it makes this property an opportunity to create your own business here. This property has already been presented at a tourism fair with the potential to build golf courses due to its irregular shape and water capacity. Come and visit, schedule your visit now.