Property of the Week: Characterful farmhouse set amidst 15 hectares with ruin, lake and stream

Having retained many traditional features and charm, this beautiful house offers a variety of accommodation options depending on your needs, with the possibility of 2-3 bedrooms plus an independent annex.

In addition to the main house, outside there is a paved courtyard with a traditional stone BBQ that connects the main house with the annex room, a perfect space for an art studio, gym, or it could even be used for further accommodation. The large heated pebble free-form swimming pool boasts a salt chlorination system, beach entry, waterfall feature and jetted seating area, surrounded by ample terrace areas perfect for sunbathing and taking in the unobstructed views over the hills and breathtaking landscape.

The garden is filled with an extensive variety of trees and shrubs (including 5 orange varieties, lemon and grapefruit, as well as grape vines), plus a large wooden workshop. Winding slate pathways lead down the garden towards the private lake. The rest of the land is left to its natural beauty and is perfect should you wish to keep horses or other animals. Nestled by the stream is the 130m2 ruin, which can be rebuilt to its former glory.

The property benefits from photovoltaic solar panels for electricity generation (with a battery backup), greatly reducing electricity bills. It also features a solar hot water system, fibre internet and water from a well.

This property is perfect for anyone looking for peace and privacy, in beautiful surroundings, with the lush landscape of rolling hills on your doorstep. The vibrant town of Portimão, with its riverfront esplanade, is about a 15-minute drive, and the pretty village of Alvor, with many restaurants and its beautiful beach, is 20 minutes away.

For more details, 69 photos, and the HD video tour of this fantastic property (reference 2816), attractively priced at €890,000, please visit www.seatoskyhomes.pt or email lisa@seatoskyhomes.pt.