A unique opportunity to acquire one of the Algarves last large privately owned rural estates so close to Lagos. This 80-hectare property combines a fully licensed residential country home, licensed swimming pool, licensed garage and outbuildings, and fully documented water sources including a licensed borehole, dams, and wells.With verified development potential under Turismo em Espaço Rural (TER), and strong, predictable agricultural income streams, this property is ideal for buyers who value large rural estates, autonomy, and long-term investment growth.Key Features1. Main House & Buildings- 6-bedroom country house, large living area, fireplace, AC, mezzanine, office, pantry, and fully equipped kitchen- Swimming pool (32 m²) with child-safe fencing- Barbecue area with wood-burning oven, covered leisure spaces- Garage & storage building (3 rooms)- Chicken coops, kennels, orchard, vegetable garden, stable2. Private Water InfrastructureA major asset of this property all documented:- Two lakes/dams (Barragem de Cima & Barragem de Baixo)- Three wells- Licensed borehole (140m deep) with filtration system supplying the house and pool- Natural stream with year-round water- Gravity-fed irrigation optionsThis level of independent, fully licensed water supply is extremely rare in the Algarve.3. Land Composition (fully fenced)- 80 hectares of varied terrain with valleys, hills, forest, pasture- Native forest (cork oak, pine, medronho, shrubland)- Cork production, grazing, agriculture, and tourism potential- Access via tarmac road (EN120) running through the estate- Internal access paths for machinery, trekking, or cycling routes4. Verified Development Potential (TER Rural Tourism)- Official feasibility analysis by architect (BLDG Concept / Lagos Municipality) confirms:- Property qualifies for expansion up to 2,000 m² for Rural Tourism (TER)- Construction extensions allowed within the defined free area around existing buildings- Ideal for: Eco-lodges, Boutique rural hotel, Wellness retreat, Agro-tourism project, Regenerative/agricultural tourism conceptAll supporting documents available.5. Current & Future Income StreamsThis estate already generates revenue with more on the way:a. Cork Production15,000 yielded in 20223,0004,000 intermediate harvest planned for 202725,000 projected in 2031b. Agricultural Subsidies (IFAP)18,000/year currently guaranteed (42 ha eligible)Potential to double eligibility once remaining parcels are clearedc. New Medronho Plantation (12.5 ha)(Organic, planted November 2024)9,737 expected subsidies in 20258,827 annually from year 2Revenue estimate from production: 20,000/yeard. Annual EstimatesIFAP subsidies (expanded)25,000Medronho subsidies8,827Medronho production20,000Cork (annualized)3,500SUM 57,327 per year6. Distances- 15 minutes to Lagos- 19 km to Meia Praia- 19 km to Carrapateira- 20 km to Amado- 22 km to Aljezur7. Why This Property Is Unique- Massive landholding near Lagos practically impossible to find today- Fully fenced, with excellent access- Independent water supply + licensed borehole + 2 dams- Verified potential for 2,000 m² tourism expansion- Multiple existing income streams with clear documentation- Ideal for private estate, eco-luxury project, retreats, farm-to-table concepts, or long-term land bankingPresented by Lagos HomesLagos Homes is a boutique real estate agency dedicated to providing premium, personalised service for international buyers and sellers in the Algarve. With deep expertise in the region, local market intelligence, and German precision in every step of the process. We specialise in helping foreign buyers navigate the Portuguese market with clarity, transparency, and trusted local connections.

House with pool and gardenBensafrim (Portugal)
Price :
$1,391,800
($3,207 / m²)
Surface434 m²bedrooms6 bathrooms6 land81 ha

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