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1.500.000 € 3.778 €/m²
4 bedrooms
Gross area 397 m²
Land 45.200 m²
Exceptional lakeside 4 bedroom property in Monchique - the perfect retreat! Positioned in one of the Western Algarve’s most spectacular natural landscapes, this exceptional lakeside estate enjoys a privileged setting on the shores of the Barragem da Bravura. Surrounded by rolling countryside, untouched nature, and complete tranquillity, it offers an increasingly rare opportunity to own a private waterfront retreat in one of the region’s most peaceful locations. Occupying an impressive plot of over 4.5 hectares, the estate is truly unique, with approximately 50% of its boundaries directly bordering the Barragem da Bravura. This remarkable setting provides uninterrupted panoramic views across the water and surrounding hills, while the absence of nearby neighbours guarantees outstanding privacy and an unrivalled connection with nature. The property comprises almost 400m² of built area, offering generous living accommodation with enormous scope for enhancement. Rich in traditional Algarvean character, the villa features impressive vaulted ceilings, spacious reception areas, abundant natural light, and multiple terraces designed to embrace the breathtaking scenery. It presents the perfect canvas for creating an extraordinary permanent residence, luxury countryside escape, or bespoke lifestyle property. Complementing the main residence is a fully legalised wooden cabin, providing versatile additional agricultural support, studio or creative atelier. The estate combines its exceptional location with practical infrastructure, including a productive borehole providing a reliable private water supply, mature landscaping, covered parking, and extensive outdoor spaces designed to maximise the property’s unique lakeside setting. Importantly, the entire property was fully legalised in 2015, offering peace of mind for future owners. Despite its remarkable seclusion, the property remains conveniently connected, lying approximately 20 minutes from Portimão, while the historic town of Lagos, championship golf courses, and the Algarve’s renowned beaches are all within easy reach. Property Highlights: * Over 4.5 hectares of private land * Approximately 400m² of total built area * Around 50% of the estate borders the Barragem da Bravura * Exceptional lake and countryside views * Complete privacy with no immediate neighbours * Fully legalised in 2015 * Legalised wooden cabin * Private borehole * Multiple terraces and outdoor entertaining areas * Covered parking and mature landscaped grounds * Approximately 20 minutes from Portimão and easy access to Lagos and the Algarve coastline An exceptionally rare waterfront estate combining scale, privacy, legal security, and extraordinary natural beauty. Opportunities to acquire a property with this level of exclusivity, direct lake frontage, and future potential are seldom available. Contact Marcela Real Estate today to arrange your private viewing and experience this remarkable estate firsthand. REF: C4098 #ref:C4098
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1.250.000 € 6.649 €/m²
9 bedrooms
Gross area 483 m²
Exclusive Mountain Retreat in Monchique - Award-Winning Architecture and Total Privacy Costaneira da Fóia · Private Valley · Monchique There are houses you buy. There are works of art you collect. This property belongs firmly to the second category. Designed by the prestigious British architect Adam Richards and nestled in Costaneira da Fóia, this estate does not seek attention. It commands its own valley with the quiet confidence of something that has nothing to prove. Mature oak and eucalyptus groves frame the property, while a mountain stream meanders unhurriedly through it. The architecture emerges from the landscape as if it had always been there.The main house unfolds across three floors, connected by a sequence of spaces that culminates in a double-height gallery. The spacious living room, bathed in natural light, flows seamlessly into the kitchen and onto the terraces, creating an atmosphere that few Algarvian interiors can match. The three bedroomseach en-suite with bathrooms crafted from premium materialsfulfill the exact same promise: comfort without artifice. Outside, terraces and porches featuring flamed granite and traditional Portuguese cobblestone (calçada portuguesa) create a sequence of spaces that alternate between intimacy and contemplation. Here, you will find areas for alfresco dining, a private pool, and a valley that unfolds in absolute silence. Separated from the main residence, the guesthouse is a complete and independent sanctuary in its own right, featuring its own living room, kitchen, and bedrooms. It is ideal for family, close friends, or high-end rental use. Built in 2008 on the footprint of a ruined farmhouse and updated in 2025, the property marries traditional stonework mastery with contemporary engineering: double-layer walls with high-density insulation, aluminum window frames with Gris Patine thermal break, and ash wood cabinetry. A finalist in the Grand Designs Awards (International category), the project was subsequently published in 21st Century Houses: 150 of the World’s Best (Images Publishing) and Build-On: Converted Architecture Transformed Buildings (Gestalten, 2009). Self-sufficient in water supply and sanitation, it was designed for those who value independence as much as design. Main House: Floor 1: Two en-suite bedrooms with outdoor access and an elevator. Floor 2: Living room with an open-plan kitchen and mountain views, the master suite, and a guest bathroom. This floor has direct access to the terrace with a barbecue area. Floor 3 (Mezzanine): Office and a storage room. Guesthouse: Floor 1: Living room with an open-plan kitchen, a bathroom, and two bedrooms. Floor 2: One bedroom. Just five minutes from Monchique and less than thirty minutes from the Algarve coast. Close to everything. Unrivaled in character. #ref:KWPT-033255
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