Stylish 6 bedroom Villa for sale with countryside view in Amorosa, Sao Bartolomeu de Messines, Algarve
This beautiful property has all the modern conveniences whilst retaining many charming features of a bygone age. A property of distinction that would serve as a large family home, a business opportunity for rural tourism or even a retreat.
Situated less than 15 minutes from the former Algarve capital of Silves, this unique cluster of accommodations have been wonderfuly restored with style and great attention to detail. ...
This beautiful property has all the modern conveniences whilst retaining many charming features of a bygone age. A property of distinction that would serve as a large family home, a business opportunity for rural tourism or even a retreat.
Situated less than 15 minutes from the former Algarve capital of Silves, this unique cluster of accommodations have been wonderfuly restored with style and great attention to detail. It is literally a work of art.
On entering one is immediately struck by the vintage tiles in the hallway and original internal doors which have now been complimented with brand new brushed aluminium doors and windows throughout.
There are two en-suite bedrooms one of them having a roll top bath as a centrepiece. The beds, like all the furniture, are brand new and look well-proportioned in the room and even the linen has been embroidered with the original name of the property adding a classical touch. A guest WC is conveniently located in the hall.
The kitchen is a cooks dream with plenty of workspace and fully equipped. There is a door that leads to a section of the garden where an old barrel recovered from the outbuilding acts as a drink and snack table shaded by the orange trees. This part of the house has been opened up to create an open-plan living space that is flooded with natural light and that has defined living and dining areas. The double doors alongside the dining room give access to a covered terrace and to the rest of the accommodation.
There are stairs that lead to a large roof terrace with views of the surrounding countryside, a great spot for star gazing. Below a technical room that houses the solar hot water tank and doubles up as a utility room with ample storage for laundry and cleaning products. There is a WC for general outside use.
A duplex apartment with a connecting door to a bedroom suite with an upper level with another bedroom and bathroom and downstairs it has a built-in kitchen with living room and private sun terrace. The quality and execution of finish is continued through these guest accommodations with designer touches here and there.
A barn that once housed the tractor and is currently set up as a games room offers an opportunity to add to the outside space, such as an outside living room or cinema room.
There is a great swimming pool converted from the water tank that has generous areas for sun-bathing and is closed off with a gate for safety. An impressive commissioned mural adorns the wall inspiring one to play and have fun.
The property is fully enclosed and has traditional cobblestones that have been laid to connect all external areas. A large table sits right in the middle of the courtyard, shaded by a sturdy pergola and served by the outside kitchen and barbecue.
These kinds of property, lovingly restored and with understated taste, don't come along very often.
Faro International airport is only 40 minutes away, the beaches of Albufeira and Armacao de Pera about 20 minutes.
Access to the wilder west coast for fantastic days out.
Water parks and other attractions are nearby.
The Algarve is Golf Central never very far. The nearest is about 20 minutes away.
Access to Monchique and the Algarve mountains for superb natural environment, walking, hiking & biking.
Archaeological sites in nearby valleys.
Reservoirs for peaceful walks in the countryside.
Easy access to the A2 motorway just 2 hours to Lisbon.
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1. Signing a Letter of Intent
On finding a property you wish to purchase, your agent will draw up a 'Letter of Intent, this will be signed by both parties, vendor and buyer. Copies of this will be given to the legal representatives of both parties and will be used in preparing the Promissory Contract. Included in this letter will be the price, what is included in the sale, furnishings etc. and any conditions of the sale plus the dates for both exchange and completion.
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