Opis:

This
restored local manor house dates from the early 19th century and is
set in 4.5 hectares of gently rolling countryside in a wooded valley just 2km
from the market town of Vila Nova de Poiares and 20km east of the ancient
university city of Coimbra. The property is nicely secluded but not isolated.
The house has many Old Portuguese features such as high ceilings, arches and
wooden shutters. The property is comprised of:

5 reception
rooms

3 kitchens

7 bedrooms

7 bathrooms

1 indoor
Pool

10
outbuildings

Ground
Floor:

The large
front door leads into a hallway (1.5m x 4.5m) with antique floor tiles, a door
to the lounge and a large staircase to the first floor. The lounge (8.5m x 5.5m) features a wood-burning
stove set into a brick fireplace, traditional wooden ceiling, windows to the
front and French windows to the side leading to a paved patio. A door leads to
the bright kitchen (5m x 4.5m) with fully fitted kitchen units, windows
overlooking the garden and a door to the patio. Adjoining the kitchen is a good
sized utility room (4.8m x 2.7m) with fridge freezer, chest freezer, washing
machine and tumble dryer. A separate staircase from the kitchen leads to the
first floor.

First Floor:

A long
hallway (5.8m x 1.5m) stretches the width of the house and gives access to all
of the rooms on this floor. The master bedroom (4.8m x 3.5m) has a window to
the garden and patio doors to a covered terrace, there is a small en-suite
(1.5m x 1.5m) with WC, shower and wash basin. The second bedroom (3m x 3.2m)
has windows to the front and side of the house whilst the 3rdbedroom (3.5m x 3.4m) has a window to the garden. The family bathroom (3.3m x
3.1m) has windows to 2 sides, a large shower cubicle, bath, W.C and wash basin.
Also on this level is a further lounge (6.2m x 5m) this bright and airy room
features parquet flooring, wooden ceiling and a large crystal chandelier. There
are windows to the front and side, one opening to a Juliet balcony, and French
windows opening onto a large covered terrace.

Ground Floor
Annex (old servants quarters)

A
substantial annex is reached from the kitchen via the utility room. This annex
is fully self contained and would be ideal for a granny flat or rental
accommodation. A long garden room (7m x 2.5m) has floor to ceiling windows
overlooking the patio and gardens. A
door leads to a large bathroom (3,5m x 2m) with shower, W.C and wash basin. The
garden room opens into a small kitchen (3.2m x 2m) with fitted units, oven etc,
which, in turn, leads to a cosy lounge (4.5m x 3.5m) with a wood burning stove
and French doors onto a covered balcony (2m x 7m). The 2 bedrooms are accessed
from a small hallway off of the lounge. Both bedrooms (3m x 2.8m) have windows
to the garden and are en-suite (1.5m x 1.3m)

Wisteria
Cottage:

The front
door of the cottage opens into a bright lounge/diner (7m x 4.2m) with
wood-burning stove and windows looking over the garden. Door from the lounge leads to a small
kitchen (3.5m x 2.8m) with built in units. From the lounge is a small hallway
which has a door to the front of the property, there is also a door to a small
bathroom (1.8m x 1.1m) Stairs lead up to the first floor where there are 2
pretty bedrooms (4.8m x 3.5m and 3.5m x 2.1m) and a family bathroom (2.5m x 2m)
This charming cottage has previously been used as holiday rental accommodation
but any new owners would be required to obtain a licence if they wanted to
carry on this business. The furniture is available by separate negotiation.

Indoor
Swimming Pool:

Next to
Wisteria cottage is a large pool house (14.5m x 6.5m) with a 10m x 5m indoor
swimming pool, above the pool is a large open sundeck with stunning views over
the gardens and surrounding countryside.

Outbuildings:

There are a
number of outbuildings within the walled garden including:

A large barn
(8.4m x 6.8m)

A small barn
(7m x 4m) with stable door and slate floor

A large
Adega (for winemaking) with presses and working bread oven

2 further
barns and a chicken coop.

Garage and
car port

Beyond the
walled garden is a substantial pig sty with 11 individual interior/exterior units,
a further large indoor animal shelter and a garage/workshop.

Gardens and
land:

The walled
garden features a wide variety of mature plants, shrubs and trees including
orange, cherry, lemon, apple and of course olive.

The
remaining land (42,000m2) is largely flat and laid to pasture, there are also
paddocks and vegetable gardens and areas of woodland. The property has 3 wells
and a number of fresh water springs.

This
fantastic property would make a super equestrian centre with wonderful woodland
rides leading in all directions. There is also scope for anyone interested in
farming or creating a unique rural retreat. The area is popular with rural
tourism as it continues to offer the charm and traditions associated with
central Portugal.

The local
town of Vila Nova de Poiares is a short drive from the property and offers all
amenities required including 3 supermarkets, restaurants, cafes, banks,
schools, post office and many more. The local area offers plenty for visitors
who enjoy the great outdoors including walking, cycling, canoeing and swimming
it the numerous fresh water river beaches.

For those in
search of the history of central Portugal, you can head to the larger University
City of Coimbra which is 30 mins away which also offers easy access to its main
road and rail networks with links throughout the country. The stunning beaches
of Figueria da Foz are an easy 1 hr drive.

Golf: 30
mins

Porto: 1.5
hrs

Lisbon: 2.5
hrs

ENERGY
RATING: (TBC)

PRICE:
575,000€


Bedrooms: 7
Bathrooms: 7
Not furnished
House 300 sq. m
Land Size m2: 44000
Floor: 0 / 2
Year built: 1820
AW-80