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Palace with 3 floors and a magnificent garden with swimming pool. Tiled rooms, high ceilings with hand-painted frescoes. It offers 7 bedrooms all en suite, fireplace in the living room and central heating. Garage for 3 vehicles.

Magnificent villa with indoor pool, of typology T4+2 of 3 floors with 498m2 of floor area, inserted in a total plot of 1102 m2, fully walled and 2 access gates.House with garage for several cars, air conditioning, several annexes, several patios and barbecue.Green area with leisure area and several garden areas with fountain and ponds.Ground Floor:Main entrance served by large porch and access to the Hall.Generous kitchen with island, fully furnished and equipped and direct access to a magnificent balcony, with stunning views of the mountains.Large dining room and living room with reading area and access to a magnificent balcony.Kitchen under construction on the -1 floor, supporting the entire internal and external area of the house.Master suite with excellent area, with dressing room, bathroom and balcony.Social bathroom, fully equipped and furnished.Floor 1:Games room with Snooker table, air conditioning and bathroom.Fully equipped and furnished bathroom to support the rooms.3 large air-conditioned bedrooms.Floor -1:Exceptional leisure area with wonderful indoor pool, bar, kitchen and bathroom, with direct access to all the wonderful exterior with stunning and unobstructed views of the mountains.Attachment:2 bedroom apartment totally independent of the main house.Room in open space concept.Kitchen in the final stages of construction, with internal barbecue and wood oven.Social bathroom to support the 2 bedrooms.2 bedrooms with large areas and air conditioning.Located in the beautiful village of Penedo, in the parish of Runa and municipality of Torres Vedras, this wonderful property is strategically well situated, with a stunning and totally unobstructed view.About 10 minutes from Torres Vedras, 15 minutes from Alenquer, 15 minutes from Sobral de Monte Agraço and about 40 minutes from Lisbon and the International Airport.Book your visit now! Don't miss this opportunity!Carlos Constantino - IAD Portugal License AMI 11220.ref: 109044

Live life with style! Come and see this unique villa, which excels in comfort and harmony, surrounded by a large garden, swimming pool and privileged views over the Sintra mountains and Pena Palace.Property implemented, in a plot of 2,030 m² and a construction area of 481m².On the ground floor, we find an entrance hall with a stone floor; social WC, office and a spacious living room with 80 m2 with a fireplace and large windows facing the garden and swimming pool.We also have a fully equipped kitchen and a laundry room.On the 1st floor, we find a master suite, with dressing room and wardrobes; complete bathroom, with bathtub, shower base and window overlooking the garden.We also have 3 more suites with access to the balcony, which allows a a privileged view, also, of the garden and plenty of sunlight.The entire floor of the rooms and corridor is made of solid hardwood. The property is provided with alarm system, central heating, central vacuum, lacquered aluminum frames and double glazing, with shutters, solar panels, accessibility for people with reduced mobility, automatic watering garden, as well as, automatic car gate.It also has a T2 wooden house, with access to a garden for visits, or family with complete privacy.Next to the pool we have a second wooden house for storage.The privileged location of this villa allows easy access to all amenities and essential services, such as schools, supermarkets, restaurants, as well as the iconic beaches of Magoito and EriceiraSintra, well-known for its natural beauty and rich history, offers numerous tourist attractions, such as, the Pena Palace, the Moorish Castle and Quinta da Regaleira, making it an enchanting place to live.Its location, combined with its dimensions, make this villa a unique and exclusive property.

Living at Belas Clube de Campo is synonymous with quality of life. It is to reside in an enterprise where nature, comfort and modernity merge and enjoy memorable moments with the family, next to one of the best golf courses in the country. Just 15 minutes by car from the center of Lisbon, the beaches of the Cascais Line or the village of Sintra. Composed of 258 apartments, 71 townhouses and 37 lots and land for villas, inserted in the second phase of construction of Belas Clube de Campo. Apartments with typologies from T1 to T3 + 1 and areas between 90 and 169 m2, benefiting from balconies, storage room and parking. The ground-floor apartments feature a private garden with swimming pool. The complex also has modern Townhouses of typologies T3 + 1 or T4 + 1 with areas between 516 m2 and 1,607 m2. All models have garage in the basement, garden with swimming pool and intelligent home automation system, which allows the control of the climate, alarms, among others. And, for those who want to build, there are also plots of land between 555 m2 and 1,879 m2, where the owner will have the opportunity to choose the architect.

Is your dream to live in a place that conveys peace, happiness and tranquility? walk freely through Nature? Waking up to the sound of birds and the Ribeira? Quinta do Paraíso, in Baratã is the ideal place to make your dream come true.When strolling through the 9.8 Hectares, your experience will be unique. You will find an extensive green area of Pines, Vineyards, Fruit Trees, Olive Trees, among others. The Ribeira that runs through part of the Quinta provides unique sounds that transport us to Nature in its purest state.The existing residential buildings comprise a total gross area of 572 m2, divided as follows:* Ground floor house with a useful area of 155.44 m2, dependent area of 34 m2 and patio with 129.84 m2* Ground floor house and 1st floor with a useful area of 147.43 and an outbuilding of 105 .30 m2This farm was acquired in 1968 by the owners, and already used as a Rural Hotel, Event Space and Horse Riding.Access in 8 minutes to the A16 Motorway, with the possibility of reaching places as different as Cascais Municipal Aerodrome, Lisbon Airport, the Historic Centers of Sintra, Mafra and Cascais in 25 minutes, Expo Oriente, Beloura Golf , Belas Clube de Campo Golf, Oitavos Dunes Golf Course, Ericeira, Praia do Guincho, Cascais Marina, among others.Within a radius of 2 km we find Colégio Vasco da Gama, Colégio dos Plátanos and 750 meters away Colégio a Quinta.Mark your visit.

Fantastic villa with great potential for reinvention, located in a quiet, spacious and open area in Olivais, on a plot of 500 m2 and with a significant construction area of 300m2, plus 65m2 of garage and outbuildings.Located next to Parque das Nações and surrounded by vast green spaces, this house is close to all local commerce, services and facilities, as well as close to the main road circulation axes (A1, A8, IC2, 2ª Circular), Encarnação metro and other public transport.If you are looking for a quiet but central area, don't miss this excellent opportunity and come and see your new home!

Equestrian farm for sale in Algueirão, inserted in a property with four hectares of land located 10 minutes from Sintra and Belas Clube de Campo and 30 from Lisbon.Composed of several buildings with a total of 2500m2 of covered area, of which one thousand square meters recovered and the rest to be recovered and with equestrian activity in full operation, the farm is composed of 10 paddocks, an outdoor riding arena with 60x20 meters a covered arena with ebb & flow floor of 45x15m, 18 stables with tartan floor and individual windows to the outside, insulation box, double showers with hot and cold water, male and female changing rooms with showers and lockers, harness house, attendant's apartment and two 2-bedroom apartments in containers.With about four hectares, the property is composed of pine trees, eucalyptus, arable crops, horticultural land and also has an artesian hole for water supply. It is sold with all the equipment including tractors, machinery such as Hay Gran for cooking hay, tools and agricultural implements.Set in the perfect environment for pleasant horseback riding, the farm has enormous potential. In addition to a chapel, it also has four other buildings that are ideal to recover for habitation or to convert into rooms or apartments for equestrian tourism.With an excellent location 10 minutes from Sintra and with all kinds of services, shops, supermarkets, schools and hospitals in its surroundings, the farm is also close to Belas Clube de Campo and has good access to the A16 and IC19 highways, which connect Sintra, Cascais and Lisbon. Its proximity to the Meleças station also allows you to reach the center of Lisbon by train in 30 minutes. Energy Rating: Exempt #ref:QUI_7741

Farm in Vila Franca de Xira with 11204m2 just 15 minutes from Lisbon.An exclusive Private Luxury Real EstateQuinta de Charme, with enormous potential, in which various activities can be developed, such as tourism, restoration, agriculture, livestock, sports activities such as equestrian, ATL, artistic activities, Hotel for animals, veterinary center, among others.Located in a very quiet and beautiful location, the property consists of;Two independent semi-detached houses for housing, T2 (200.26m2)+ T2 (53.70m2) -The larger T2 has excellent areas and an attic that can be used to make more rooms. -a pavilion for livestock farming, with about 240m2, deactivated, can be transformed for housing or for any other purpose.-several boxes for animals.-an irrigation tank that in summer also serves as a swimming pool, a borehole and a well both in operation.- Fruit trees-flat terrain.ToponymyThe Frankish villages were, in medieval times, villages that had been granted tax or customs privileges by means of a charter. As for the etymology 'Xira' it comes from the archaic Portuguese 'cira', which means 'brenha or dense bushVila Franca de Xira was elevated to city status on June 28, 1984, together with Barreiro, Matosinhos, Mirandela, Oliveira de Azeméis, Ovar, São João da Madeira and Vila Nova de Gaia, in the second package of elevation to cities of the democratic regime in Portugal.The festivals of Vila Franca De Xira, known as 'Colete Encarnado' are held on the first weekend of July and during the first week of October the old 'Feira de Outubro' is held, today called the Handicraft Fair.Vila Franca de Xira in the Arab period was called 'as-Shirush'. In place of the current municipality of Vila Franca de Xira existed throughout the Middle Ages and until the mid-nineteenth century four distinct municipalities - the Peoples (today a village of the parish of Vila Franca de Xira), Alverca, Alhandra and Vila Franca; in 1855, however, they were all integrated into the current municipality of Vila Franca. Energy Rating: C #ref:7936

Surrounded by large green areas - including golf courses - enjoying the rural and tranquil environment of the Serra da Carregueira but simultaneously close to several urban centers (14 Kms from Sintra and 20 Kms from Lisbon), modern villa of typology V8 (5 suites + 3 bedrooms).Inserted in an area where family homes predominate and with a useful area greater than 1000 m2, it has an immense potential, and can contemplate multiple solutions for the use of space.A potential that also exists outside, where it has a magnificent swimming pool, barbecue area and landscaped area.Among the various equipment, the large wine cellar and the spacious garage are also worth mentioning.The property has good road access from Lisbon (by CREL and IC 19 expressways) and with easy connections to several motorways (A1 and A8 towards North and A2 and A6 towards South).The property needs a new kitchen and works of repair of humidity and general paintings.Special financing conditions.

Villa with 150 sqm of gross construction area, set on a plot of land with 2,230 sqm, with an approved PIP (Preliminary Information Request) for the construction of 1,594 sqm of housing, located in the historic center of Idanha, Belas, Sintra. Adjacent to a wooded square, this small farmhouse stands out for its nineteenth-century villa and has a project that includes typologies ranging from T1 to T4. The first option was to rehabilitate the existing villa, given its semi-ruined state, and project two new buildings, seeking to find harmony between the qualified house and the new constructions. The buildings will be U-shaped, with the condominium garden of 969 sqm facing the external wooded square, and it is in this context that the swimming pool was built using stone slabs from the existing tank, serving as a defining element of the space where the pergolas with vineyards, benches, and flower boxes will be restored. The noble floor and the mansard, to be rehabilitated, will be occupied by two duplex T3 apartments. The living rooms will have two fronts and a balcony overlooking the central space of the condominium garden. On the ground floor, there will be four T1 apartments with private gardens. The new building, occupying the central position, consists of two duplex T3 apartments, and the dining and living rooms open directly to the pool and garden area, while the kitchens have access to the private garden space. The private area of the house is located on the first floor with the three bedrooms. Both apartments have two parking spaces and storage. The new west wing building consists of three duplex T2 apartments and one T4 duplex, all with two parking spaces and storage.The preliminary information request has been approved, conditioned to the submission of the project for urbanization works (sidewalks and connections to public infrastructure networks). Due to the large number of units planned, the urbanization project includes an area concession to the municipality for two public parking spaces, and the respective reduction of area must be reflected in the land registry certificate.Since the concession, and the location where it is planned, only makes sense if the project is to be maintained, it was decided to suspend this process in order not to condition a possible sale to the obligation to carry out the project as conceived. It will be necessary to submit the urbanization works project. The time for approval will take a maximum of two months.Located 3 minutes from the center of Belas, this small farmhouse has a very peaceful location with a wide surrounding area with houses to be restored. It is close to the A16 and provides easy access to Sintra, Cascais, and Lisbon.

Nestled in the heart of Lisbon, this charming villa offers the perfect blend of space, comfort, and convenience. With five bedrooms and five bathrooms spread across two floors, this property provides ample room for a growing family or for entertaining guests. The house area measures 343 square meters, with a land area of 310 square meters and a gross area of 403 square meters. Boasting a range of modern amenities, this used villa features a terrace, garage, heating, and a built-in dishwasher. The home was constructed in 2008 and includes fitted wardrobes, double glazing, and an electric garage gate for added security. The peaceful garden provides a tranquil escape, while the closed fireplace adds a touch of warmth to the living space.Situated in a quiet yet central location, this property offers views of the surrounding urbanization and gardens. Proximity to shopping, restaurants, the city center, hospitals, pharmacies, public transport, schools, and playgrounds makes this villa a convenient choice for families seeking a comfortable lifestyle. Don't miss the opportunity to make this inviting villa your new home. Contact us today to schedule a viewing.

Come and see this 4+3 bedroom villa, in the Quinta da Beloura condominium, in Sintra, with luxury finishes and very generous areas in all rooms.The property has 3 suites, 1 master suite, cinema room, swimming pool, jacuzzi, generous garden and large terrace area. This is a family house, which privileges luminosity, privacy, large spaces, communication between indoor and outdoor spaces, construction, finishes and equipment of excellent quality that are reflected in a unique quality of life!The villa, located on a plot of land with 1249m2 and 591m2 of gross construction area, is divided into 3 floors with the following distribution:On Floor 0 we find a living room with 100m2, fireplace with fireplace and large glass doors with access to a magnificent covered terrace and the garden. The ideal space for family socializing and receiving friends. Miele brand kitchen fully equipped and with direct access to the garage with parking for 4 cars. Also on this floor we find the guest bathroom and a suite.The 1st floor corresponds to the private area of the villa where 2 suites and 1 master suite stand out, all with closet and bathroom with marble stone cladding. One of the suites has a balcony overlooking the garden and pool and the master suite has a hot tub.On the -1 Floor, with independent access to the outside and all rooms with natural light, we find another suite, a generous cinema room with high quality sound system and acoustic coating, office, laundry, gym, changing room and pantry.The planning of the exterior allows total circulation around the house but concentrating the main area at the back, with sun exposure to the south and total privacy. Here we find the 6x14mts swimming pool with waterfall, jacuzzi, a covered dining and living area integrated into the garden, support toilet, barbecue area and an extraordinary covered terrace with direct access to the social area of the villa.The villa is equipped with an intelligent system that allows the control of lighting, air conditioning and electric shutters throughout the house through a central or your mobile phone. They also have solar panels, surround sound, air conditioning, central vacuum, electric shutters, triple glazing, steel windows in all rooms and automatic irrigation system. Alarm system and surveillance cameras.Come and see this unique villa!Now we are open from Monday to Sunday, come visit us!Houses are passions!

This villa under construction, located in Sintra, represents a perfect fusion between contemporary design and the tranquillity of Sintra's natural beauty. It offers an exclusive opportunity for those looking to harmonise modern style with the serenity of the region.Key features:Ground floor: It features a fully equipped kitchen that integrates into a large open-concept living room, providing a cosy and functional space. In addition, it has a toilet for greater convenience and a garage for parking.Floor 1: Consisting of three spacious suites, each with its own private space, offering comfort and privacy to residents.The common areas have been carefully planned to optimise comfort, providing a perfect combination of functionality and style for residents.Exclusive outdoor space for moments of leisure and relaxation.The property has a swimming pool, ideal for enjoying moments of fun and relaxation outdoors.Enjoy the tranquillity of this locality, maintaining the convenience of easy access to local shops, schools and leisure areas. The villa is strategically positioned to offer a calm and serene environment, while maintaining proximity to all the necessary facilities for everyday life.This villa under construction is a unique opportunity for those looking for a residence that combines comfort, contemporary design and the natural beauty of Sintra. Ideal for those who value a harmonious and modern lifestyle in a quiet and charming environment.Note: 3D images are illustrative only and may not correspond to the final result.Schedule a visit today and discover how this villa can become your dream getaway.

Discover comfort and elegance in this incredible 7-bedroom detached villa, situated in the prestigious Quinta Grande in Alfragide. This unique property offers a rare opportunity to live in luxury and privacy in one of the most desirable areas of the region. With a private gross area of 750 square metres, this impressive villa was built in 2011 and boasts an excellent rating. The brightness is a striking feature, emphasised by the large windows that offer breathtaking views of the outside. On the ground floor, the living room offers direct access to the private pool, serene lake and paddle tennis court, providing the perfect setting for entertaining and relaxing. Level 1 houses another living room, a modern kitchen and a luxurious bathroom, while level 2 features 4 bedrooms, 3 of which are en suite, ensuring comfort and privacy for the whole family. This villa is strategically located, just 2 minutes from the main access roads, 10 minutes from the train station and the metro. The proximity to restaurants, hospitals, supermarkets and schools, including Internacional Park just 2 minutes away, adds convenience to the quality of life. In addition to the impressive architectural features, the property offers privileged sun exposure (east and south) and the convenience of a lift. Privacy is guaranteed, while the proximity to essential services and transport infrastructure makes this villa even more attractive. Discover luxury and exclusivity in this unique villa, a real gem in Quinta Grande, Alfragide. Book a visit and make this property your new home.

Cond_ -NG_VP in prost- Fantastic farm dedicated to organic farming - with organic certificate. Inserted in a plot of land with 46661m² with the construction of a 5 bedroom house, 1 agricultural warehouse with 120m² and 2000m² of greenhouses, located a few minutes from Mafra and 11km from Ericeira, excellent construction and details, wide view of the valley! House comprises: Basement with garage with 56m², 1 office, 1 engine room, 1 storage area, support bathroom with shower base Ground floor with entrance hall with 18.60m², living room, fireplace and kitchen (with an area of 60m²), 1 storage area/pantry, bedroom hall, 3 bedrooms with wardrobe, 1 support bathroom, 1 master suite with dressing room 7.40m², bathroom with shower base. Equipment - oven, hob, exhaust fan, microwave, solar panels for solar water heating, water hole, pre-air conditioning Exterior: Agricultural warehouse with 120m² of support to the greenhouse area with an area of 2000m² -areas removed from the LU and Approved Project Plans- * All available information does not exempt the mediator from confirming as well as consulting the property documentation. * This region, known as the Saloia area, allows you to slow down from the daily life of the city while maintaining a pleasant pace of life and a desirable lifestyle. Located about 20 minutes from Lisbon, access: A8 and A21. Ericeira - 'Where the sea is bluer' - is considered the 2nd world surfing reserve since 2011, and the only one in Europe. It has very renowned beaches for the practice of the same, such as Ribeira d' Ilhas, Foz do Lizandro, Praia dos Coxos in Ribamar, among many others. Kitesurfing, windsurfing, bodyboarding and stand-up paddleboarding are also widely practiced. This fishing village was also elected, in 2018, the 2nd best parish in Lisbon to live in, with security, access and leisure spaces being analysed. Among the customs and traditions, Ericeira is a land of seafood and the art of fishing. The 3rd place was awarded to the parish of Mafra, county seat (currently with 11 parishes) and was considered in 2021 the 2nd national municipality with the highest population growth in the last decade. A village rich in history, marked by the construction of the National Palace of Mafra, classified as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 2019. Mafra also has some hidden treasures, such as the unique Tapada Nacional de Mafra.

Single-family house under construction, with 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, garden, swimming pool, storage room, and parking. Located in the Terraços da Encosta (Quinta da Seta) urbanization, this property is the ideal option for those who want to enjoy all the advantages of living in contact with nature without giving up city life. With a modern design and a privileged location, overlooking the Tagus River and the Lezíria, just a 5-minute drive from Vila Franca de Xira, it represents the perfect balance between comfort, convenience, and tranquility. Quick and easy access to main roads - 5 minutes from the A1 Lisbon access and 10 minutes from the A10 access - close to schools and commerce, makes this urbanization the perfect choice. Project completion deadline at the end of 2024.

Project in the FINAL PHASE of approval for a development of 32 Apartments, near the A1 Alverca entrance. The development is 35% built and will consist of - 1 one-bedroom apartment; 11 two-bedroom apartments; 11 three-bedroom apartments; 9 four-bedroom apartments - 4 floors plus basement. It is located in the Union of Parishes of Alverca do Ribatejo and Sobralinho, belonging to the municipality of Vila Franca de Xira, 14 minutes from Lisbon and very close to schools, supermarkets, pharmacies, and the train station. Inserted in the Ribatejo council leading in turnover in the industrial sector with the presence of companies such as SAGRES, CIMPOR, MERCEDES BENZ, OGMA, among many others. The lack of available properties for the local industry's workforce is significantly high, as well as the demand for houses in this area as an alternative to the city of Lisbon. Gross building area: 3,606.86 m2 Parking area: 1551.41 m2 CONSTRUCTION COST: €2,371,433 CONSTRUCTION VAT: €545,430 TOTAL SALE VALUE OF THE DEVELOPMENT: €8,678,095

7 bedroom house, with approved renovation project.With a gross construction area of 297 m2, the house is on a corner and consists of 3 floors, located on a plot of land measuring 351 m2.On the ground floor, the project under analysis includes 2 parking spaces, a box and the possibility of developing a T1+1 that could be independent.A large T4 is distributed on the upper floors, with the 1st floor being the social area with a large common living and dining room, large kitchen with dining area, guest toilet and laundry room, on the 2nd floor the private area with4 bedrooms, one of which is en suite with a closet plus 1 bathroom to support the remaining 3 bedrooms.With great sun exposure and a calm location, between Hospital SAMS and Gare do Oriente, it is just 500 meters from the metro and very close to C.C. Vasco da Gama, Olivais Shopping, the A1, Lisbon Airport, the Gare do Oriente, as well as all types of commerce and services.Golden Heritage, Lda is a Credit Intermediary linked to the Bank of Portugal with registration number 4874.We are available to present you with housing loan proposals free of charge.Come and meet us, we have solutions to carry out your business.

The house has been adapted as a shop (bookstore) and office This villa is the house of your dreams that can be remodeled to your liking in a fantastic area of Lisbon for Companies (Embassies, Clinics, Nursing Homes, Colleges, Law Firms, Orders, Sports Federations etc.). Av. Gago Coutinho is one of the main avenues in Lisbon, close to the Rotunda do Relógio, one of the main accesses to the A1 motorway that connects Lisbon to Porto. It is 10 minutes from the Vasco da Gama Bridge that connects to the south. Oriente station and Parque das Nações are 5 minutes away, the city center is 10 minutes away. Nearby and less than 5 minutes away: Lisbon International Airport. Mata de Alvalade (on the other side of the avenue) with sports and leisure facilities for children and adults, schools, nursing homes, public transport (at the door). The Areeiro area is welcoming and has all the services and amenities among others, market, schools, churches, clinics, restaurants and a strong local commerce. The house has 2 floors: ground floor with 6 rooms, 1 bathroom and garage, 1st floor with 10 rooms, 1 kitchen and 2 bathrooms and a terrace. There is also part of the House 1 bedroom apartment with fruity waters that we do not have photographs. Property with 1,420m² of gross area and 367m² of gross construction area, ideal dimensions for companies that want to be in a prime area of the city, with easy access for both their customers and their employees. There is also public transport (Carris Metropolitana, Carris and 10 minutes from the metro) Casas do Sotavento's commitment is to treat all people with the same respect and attention that we would like to receive. This is reflected in every step of the buying process, from choosing the property to the final delivery. Additionally, the company cares about maintaining a high level of transparency and honesty in all of its interactions. If you are looking for a reliable and experienced company to help you find the property of your dreams, Casas do Sotavento is the right choice. Contact us today to learn more about our products and services Paulo Correia

Place: Av. Gago Coutinho, near the Rotunda do Relógio, one of the main accesses to the A1 motorway that connects Lisbon to Porto. It is 5 minutes from the Vasco da Gama Bridge, which connects to the south. Orient station and The Park of Nations are 5 minutes away, the city centre is 10 minutes away.Close and less than 2 minutes away: Lisbon International Airport, Mata de Alvalade (across the avenue) with sports and leisure facilities for children and adults, schools, nursing homes, public transport (on the doorstep). The alvalade district is welcoming and has all the services and amenities among other market, schools, churches, clinics, restaurants and a strong local commerce. The house has 2 floors: ground floor with 7 divisions and garage, 1st floor with 8 divisions and terrace. Property with 1,420 m2 of gross area and 367 m2 of gross construction area, ideal dimensions for companies that want to be in a prime area of the city, with easy access, both for their customers and for their employees. In recent years, this property has been adapted for services or commercial business, but it can also be your dream home. Thank you for your time. Visit us and let us surprise you!