luxury contemporary houses for sale Fataunços e Figueiredo das Donas, Portugal

Located 9km from the center of Viseu, the iconic Quinta dos Gémeos, with stunning views of the Serra da Estrela, stands out for its contemporary architecture on a plot of approximately 15,000m². Viseu has been considered the best city to live in Portugal for the seventh consecutive year. With an aerodrome offering frequent connections to Lisbon, Porto, and Faro, the city is known for the beauty of its green spaces, smooth traffic, Beira cuisine, and Dão wines, in addition to private hospitals. The property is 40 minutes away from the nearest international school. Ideal for those who appreciate refinement and nature, the house, distributed over 3 floors and equipped with an elevator, offers maximum comfort. On the ground floor, there is a living room overlooking the indoor pool, a spacious kitchen, and a support area with a barbecue and wood-fired oven on the terrace, ideal for outdoor dining. This floor also includes a guest suite and a study room. On the upper floor, there are 4 suites, all with balconies and stunning views of the Serra da Estrela. The basement accommodates a garage for 7 cars, a nightclub with a bar and kitchen, a games room, and a fully equipped laundry room. The property includes a second support house for parties with 2 large wood-fired stoves, barbecues at various points of the estate, a tennis court, a playground, and an illuminated jogging track of over 1km. There is space for animals, an illuminated forest, an annex with a tractor and machinery for agricultural maintenance, gardening, and livestock, as well as a kennel for 5 dogs. The diverse leisure spaces ensure varied activities. Despite the feeling of being in the countryside, the house is just minutes away from supermarkets, universities, private schools, hospitals, and the Palácio de Gelo shopping center, one of the largest in Portugal. There is also proximity to golf courses and a riding center. Viseu is strategically located, just 40 minutes from various important points in Portugal, such as the iconic Serra da Estrela, the famous Costa Nova beach, Spain, the Douro, and Coimbra. It is 1 hour from Porto, 3 hours from Lisbon, and 4 hours from Madrid. The property includes a heated indoor pool with a jacuzzi, Turkish bath, sauna, and sports room. Organization, functionality, and good taste are the strong points of this unique property.

There are places where architecture does not simply occupy the landscape it becomes part of it. If you are looking for a luxury property in harmony with nature, you will find in Alvarenga, in the municipality of Arouca, this extraordinary farm for sale with about 18,000 m². Here, a contemporary villa of recent construction integrates harmoniously into a breathtaking natural setting. Surrounded by a magnificent private oak grove, the property offers total privacy, tranquility and panoramic views of the mountains. The manicured gardens, the orchard, the swimming pool and the various biological corners create the perfect environment to live, rest or invest in nature tourism. In excellent condition, this modern villa is spread over two functional floors: Ground Floor (Social Area) - consisting of a large living and dining room and open-concept kitchen. The large glazed surfaces ensure constant natural light and a fluid connection to the garden and pool area. Upper Floor (Private Area): has a master suite, two bedrooms and two additional bathrooms. Balconies and wooden terraces extend the interior spaces, offering the ideal viewpoint to contemplate the landscape of Arouca. The contemporary architecture combines timelessly with the traditional elements of the property, such as the rustic stone walls, the cobbled exterior paths and a charming lake with water lilies. Premium location close to the Arouca Geopark. This farm is distinguished by its privileged location and high tourist demand. A few minutes from the well-known Paiva Walkways, the 516 Arouca Bridge. A region rich in hiking trails, river beaches, adventure sports and excellent cuisine. This is a unique property in Arouca, perfect for those looking for an exclusive permanent residence, a dream holiday home or a luxury getaway in the North of Portugal with high potential for local accommodation (AL). Key features: - 3 Bedroom Villa (1 Suite + 2 Bedrooms)- 3 toilets- Recent contemporary villa- Private pool, solarium and leisure area- Private oak grove, orchard, designed gardens and pond with water lilies- Panoramic windows, terraces and wooden balconies- Traditional stone walls and privacy- Unobstructed mountain views- Excellent sun exposure- Close to the Paiva Walkways and the 516 Arouca Bridge