Casa da Lagoa is a 380.90 m² property (gross private area) that combines the grandeur of noble Portuguese architecture with the understated elegance of the Alentejo vernacular style, enriched by subtle Italian influences. It features outdoor spaces including a terrace, balconies, and a private courtyard.Property Highlights- Award-Winning Heritage: A building from the second half of the 19th century that underwent a meticulous restoration in 1990, awarded by the Évora City Council for its historic preservation.- Bioclimatic Design: Built following the traditional architectural principles of Southern Portugal. The extra-thick walls provide high thermal inertia, ensuring naturally cool interiors in summer and cozy warmth in winter.- Fine Finishes: White Estremoz marble flooring. High baseboards decorated with hand-painted tiles from the prestigious Sant'Ana Factory (Lisbon).Spatial Layout- Ground Floor (Reception): Entrance featuring a generous stone-paved foyer (originally designed for horse carriages), structural arch, whitewashed walls, and a monumental riveted copper tuban authentic antique Alentejo craft piece. The ground floor also includes under-stair storage and a wine cellar.- Noble Floor (Social Area): A stone staircase leads to a main hall split into two areas (living and dining), featuring tall French windows, vaulted ceilings, and window seats with traditional hand-carved stone benches (namoradeiras). A classic-style central fireplace and large handmade Arraiolos rugs ensure comfort and warmth.- Kitchen: A traditional kitchen acting as the true heart of the home, combining modern appliances (oven, stovetop, and microwave) with the historic character of a grand hearth/fireplace, marble countertops, and handcrafted tilework.- Bedrooms: The property offers 5 spacious bedrooms, each complemented by an en-suite bathroom tailored with its own color palette and identity. Bedrooms feature wrought-iron and brass beds decorated with regional items, such as traditional Alentejo blankets and Arraiolos rugs.- Outdoor Retreats: A spacious terrace acting as an urban oasis of tranquility, complete with a built-in masonry bench accented in signature Alentejo yellow, furnished with a wrought-iron table and chairs ideal for al fresco dining. Cantilevered balconies overlook the vibrant historic center, alongside a private shaded courtyard/patio.Location and Potential Located on Rua Cândido dos Reis, the property benefits from a prime central location and the cultural pulse of the city. Whether maintained as an operational boutique guesthouse or transformed into a prestigious family residence, Casa da Lagoa is a timeless real estate asset.We look forward to your visit for a journey through the history of a quintessential Portuguese house. Energy Rating: E ref:KWPT-042202

House with terraceEvora (Portugal)
Price :
$1,450,100
($5,992 / m²)
Surface242 m²bedrooms5 bathrooms3

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