luxury houses with panoramic view for sale Elvas, Portugal

In the Alentejo, in the historical centre of Elvas, just 20 kilometres from Badajoz, 42 kilometres from Estremoz, 84 kilometres from Évora and 200 kilometres from Lisbon, we find the extraordinary Palácio dos Mesquita Pimentel, boasting 500 years of history. Located close to the Cathedral, in Largo de Santa Clara, one of the most typical and picturesque squares in Elvas. The Largo de Santa Clara is comprised of a triangular square, surrounded by noble manor houses and next to Igreja de Nossa Senhora da Consolação. This square is also close to the 10th Century Arabic Gate, flanked by two towers and crowned by a gallery. The Mesquita Pimentel Palace was built in the 16th Century by Luís de Mesquita Pimentel, noble knight of the city of Elvas. The Palace was home to King Filipe II of Spain in 1580, while he lived in Elvas prior to moving onwards to Lisbon. Several months prior, the Palace had been remodelled by the Spanish court architect Juan de Herrera, the same architect that built the Mosteiro do Escorial. The Palace had originally been connected to another building located a bit further south, at the Eastern Gate, and thus, at the outset, was a single structure. The Palace was subject to various interventions throughout the 18th and 19th Centuries, preserving merely a corner window on the lateral façade, facing Rua Tenente Passos e Sousa. The architectural columns surrounding this corner window are typical of Spanish architecture of the late 16th Century. Inside the Palace, one finds a large patio which one enters via a gate crowned with the Mesquita Pimentel coat of arms. An impressive portion of the first Islamic fortress walls runs through the Palace. This fortress wall was built in the 9th Century and includes the ancient Temple Gate of the fortress wall, with an original wrought-iron arch and elbow-shaped entrance. Distributed among three floors and with high ornamented ceilings, the Palace currently has eight bedrooms, seven living rooms, four bathrooms, three libraries/offices, three marble fireplaces, two kitchens, five vaulted grain cellars, stables, a wood storage house, garage, various patios, terraces and varandas and an orchard. There is ample space to install a pool. The Palace offers panoramic views of Elvas and its idyllic surroundings. Since it is a Heritage Site, it also qualifies for certain fiscal benefits. This property offers the opportunity to create a truly unique and charming Boutique Hotel, rich in history and culture.

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