luxury houses with reception room for sale Elvas, Portugal

French neoclassical-inspired mansion with botanical garden by Jean Claude Forestier on an 8-hectare estate in ElvasIn the historic town of Elvas, classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and located near the Spanish border and the city of Badajoz, lies this absolutely unique property, where architecture, landscape and history combine in a setting of rare elegance, in a strategic location between Lisbon and Seville.Set on an estate of around 8 hectares, this remarkable property is dominated by an elegant French neoclassical-inspired mansion, built in 1887 and carefully restored in 2010, preserving its original layout and distinctive aristocratic character.The main residence, with a gross floor area of 1,200 m², reveals the atmosphere of the great European stately homes of the late 19th century. Inside, there are large reception rooms, ornate ceilings, solid wood floors, marble columns and an impressive monumental staircase, elements that reflect the elegance and prestige of the palatial architecture of the time. The mansion comprises several generously sized rooms and suites, as well as spacious and bright social areas, designed for entertaining and living in style.Surrounding the residence is an extraordinary botanical garden covering approximately 34,000 m², designed by the renowned French landscape architect Jean Claude Forestier, responsible for some of the most emblematic European gardens of the early 20th century. Century-old trees, sculptures, water mirrors and winding paths create an atmosphere of great beauty and tranquillity, in a true landscaped refuge.The property also includes two additional independent dwellings, located in different areas of the property, ideal for guest houses, staff accommodation or support for the property's activities.Complementing the complex are complete equestrian facilities, covering approximately 4.6 hectares, including a silica sand arena, thirty stables, a riding arena, paddocks and a garage for lorries.Due to its size, historical value and unique landscape setting, this property offers multiple possibilities, and could be used as a prestigious private residence, a charming boutique hotel, or an exclusive venue for luxury tourism and private events.A rare opportunity to acquire a truly unique property in southern Europe, at the crossroads of Portugal and Spain, on the strategic Lisbon-Seville axis.

Historic Palace of French architecture, built in 1887 and restored in 2010, set within an extraordinary 8.6-hectare estate in Elvas, close to the Spanish border.With approximately 1,915 m² of built area, the palace retains the elegance and character of its period architecture, combining historic features with the comfort required for a prestigious private residence.The residence comprises four magnificent reception rooms, eight bedrooms, eight bathrooms, a kitchen, pantry, attic and wine cellar. The interiors are distinguished by ornate ceilings, timber flooring, large windows, original decorative features, a monumental staircase and spacious, light-filled rooms.Surrounding the palace is an exceptional botanical garden of approximately 34,000 m², designed by renowned French landscape architect Jean Claude Forestier. Mature trees, landscaped gardens, pathways, sculptural features and water elements create an atmosphere of remarkable privacy, beauty and tranquillity. The estate also includes approximately 20,000 m² of extensive lawns.The property also incorporates a substantial equestrian facility extending over approximately 4.6 hectares, comprising 30 horse boxes, a riding arena, a working arena with silica sand, paddocks, a lorry garage and various support buildings. There is also a separate house and two staff houses.Bringing together historic heritage, architecture, landscape design, privacy, nature and an exceptional equestrian infrastructure, the estate offers a rare combination of features within a single property. It presents a range of possibilities for private use or for the creation of an exclusive project connected with luxury tourism, hospitality or the equestrian world, subject to the relevant permissions.Located in Elvas, a UNESCO World Heritage city renowned for its extraordinary historic fortifications, the estate is approximately 25 minutes from Badajoz, around 30 km from the airport and approximately two hours from Lisbon.An exceptional historic estate where French architecture, a remarkable botanical garden and a fully developed equestrian facility come together in one of the Alentejo's most distinctive settings, just minutes from Spain. Energy Rating: D ref:9281

Exclusive estate of approximately 78 hectares (780,000 m²), shaped like a peninsula and set in an area of exceptional natural beauty.The property stands out for its unique and idyllic characteristics, offering complete privacy, privileged views over the reservoir and a remarkable surrounding landscape.It includes several distinct buildings:Main house licensed for rural tourism, comprising 9 suites, a spacious living room with fireplace, rustic kitchen and a magnificent covered terrace with panoramic views over the water and sunset. Particular emphasis goes to the 82 m² tower suite, which also benefits from a private terrace.Two-bedroom support house, with open-plan living room and kitchen.16th-century Manueline chapel, carefully restored, adding a unique historical and cultural dimension to the property.2 ruins, one of which recently had a 138 m² project approved. The approved house comprises a living room, 2 suites, office, kitchen and guest bathroom, and enjoys views over the water.Events support building with male and female changing rooms and a hall.Garage.The estate also includes approximately 25 hectares of cork oak and stone pine, as well as several olive trees.Privileged location: only 220 km from Lisbon and 30 km from Badajoz, which has its own airport.The entire property portfolio will be sold through the sale of the company. Energy Rating: C ref:TGP25

In Vila Viçosa, Alentejo, a 23-hectare estate combining a working farm and a hotel complex with fourteen rooms. A domain where hospitality unfolds without artifice, between orchards, olive groves and vineyards cultivated for the guests' table. The fourteen accommodations form a discreet village within the 23 hectares, complemented by a 420 m² main house reserved for the owners. Tourist activities are organised around two swimming pools, a dedicated restaurant and technical areas designed to ensure the site's autonomy. The agricultural land feeds the project: produce from the organic vegetable garden, almonds and olives naturally find their way into the kitchens. The proximity of Vila Viçosa and its location on a thousand-year-old Roman road anchor the complex in its Alentejo territory. It offers a balance between a working farm and a well-established hospitality structure, for those who wish to continue this activity or reinvent the uses of this farm-hotel focused on the authentic Alentejo.

In Borba, a former convent dating from 1778 with its original chapel and bell tower. Borba grew up surrounded by its marble and its convents, and the Convent of Our Lady of Sorrows has held a special place in that collective memory since 1778. What the centuries have left behind—the bell tower, the chapel, the azulejos, the stucco, the vaults, the paintings, the marble staircases—has not been erased by the restoration work carried out since 2012, but rather extended, as if the place were simply continuing what it had begun. Designated a historic site by the Ministry of Culture, it holds residential and tourist potential commensurate with its history.