Description
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Located on the outskirts of the pretty historical town of Ourique stands this 3 + double bedroom, 4 bathroom, traditional yet modern designed open plan large villa set in 6,500m2 of land.
On entering this outstanding well-appointed country home with its electric gates, smartly hand paved driveway and fully irrigated landscaped gardens which offer interest all year round (are a breath of fresh air).The owner has also created a vegetable garden and a state of the art outdoor bread oven which is used frequently.
Just as much attention has been paid to the property which is displayed well through its architectural and specially designed features.
The property forms an L shape around the stunning paved Mediterranean styled courtyard were you will find ample parking spaces, a garage and shaded verandas wrapping around two sides of this fantastic elevated property.
The propertys’ exterior design is very attractive on the eye and matches the interior perfectly with its rich earthy colour pallet tying it together seamlessly.
THE LIVING AREAS.
Although there is a choice of entrances the mainly used access is via the kitchen.
KITCHEN/ DINNING AREAS.
This is a vast space and is family orientated area it is bright and airy with an abundance of natural sunlight on offer and with superb views.
There is also a long window over part of the kitchen area. To the centre is a fantastic long breakfast bar fitted with a feature handwash and an integral electric oven combined with a dual fuelled hob with four gas burners and 2 electric powered ceramic plates.
The kitchen has been fitted with a good range of base wooden units and a separate floor to ceiling full wall of units, which are set to one side. There is more than average workspace topped off with black polished granite.
There is also a space for a less formal dining table and a feature wood burner.
This area has been planned cleverly by a wood and glass sliding integral door neatly defining the more formal dining area which overlooks the stunning countryside through a full size wall window creating a superb picture of the landscape beyond.
There is also a 3 sided integral glass woodburning feature fire which creates a warming glow to the cosy LOUNGE AREA also.
This is a well-lit room owing to its two patio glass entrances and 2 windows which all have picturesque, landscaped views. The high vaulted wooden beamed ceiling to this lounge area which is also an added feature and offers an air of elegance. This area also offers entry to the elevated balcony appointed to the rear of the property and has equally as good views.
There is a w.c. which serves the living areas and is located on entry to the lounge. On the west side of the home where all 3 double bedrooms have been located. All 3 bedrooms have fitted storage and patio entrances.
The master is en.suite and the other bathroom lies between the remaining 2 bedrooms with a jack n jill entrance. All the bathrooms are fitted with nice white suites and tastefully tiled.
Located next to the w.c. Is the entrance via a flight of stairs leading down to the garage/ multi use space.
This area is a vast space and contains all the owners´ utilities. Half the space has been fitted out to use for extra accommodation/ separate studio, with windows a bathroom and kitchen area plus its own entrance door with hall way and the space still allows you to keep the garage space which has a up n over door entrance point.
The property has solar panels which provides an electric supply to the whole house and sells any remaining power back to the energy company. The property also benefits from an underfloor system which is temperature controlled and allows it to provide accordingly for constant cooling or heating.
There are 2 wood burners, a borehole for water and mains electric if required. All windows are in white upvc with shutters and part fly screens fitted. The property overall has been fitted to an excellent standard.
The upper living areas cover a space of 250m2. Including the verandas, the ground floor space covers 130m2 which combined together offer great living dimensions. A pool can also be added.
Overall this property is a fantastic proposition offering a country Alentejo lifestyle scattered amongst one or two similar styled villas with a busy town life offering all day to day conveniences just a short walk away.
A viewing must be made to appreciate its many added extras.