Lagoa , 4 bedroom house for sale

This charming home is situated in a fabulous location, surrounded by countryside and orange orchards, and yet close to all amenities. It is only 3km from the quaint village of Porches (famous for its pottery), which has a some lovely restaurants and a local supermarket and it is only 10-minute drive to the beach. The original old cottage was completely renovated and has a bright and modern aspect with a pleasing use of wood and glass. Located at the end of a no-through road, electric gates open to a gravel driveway with parking for plenty of cars. The front door opens to a stunning lounge with two walls of glass which give a great indoor-outdoor feel, perfect for summer evenings and winter days. The open-plan modern kitchen features a breakfast bar and is well-equipped with oven and hob, dishwasher and fridge/freezer, and Silestone worktops, The sink has an extra drinking-water tap with under-counter filter. The borehole water is filtered and has a water softener. There is a utility area or laundry room next to the kitchen with a door to outside. On the ground floor level, there are two bedrooms with sliding patio doors to a terrace and the garden. Also on this level is a family bathroom with a walk-in shower, plus a guest toilet. Wooden stairs lead up to the mezzanine level, where there are two more bedrooms featuring sloped ceilings with exposed wood beams. Next to the lounge is a comfortable outdoor sitting area, plus a space for barbecuing and al-fresco dining. A spacious raised terrace offers views across the orange orchards towards Silves and Monchique mountains in the distance. The fenced gardens have been thoughtfully designed to create secluded seating areas and some beautiful natural spaces and there are many established plants and mature trees, giving a sense of peace and tranquillity. A lovely pond is situated to the back of the garden, and a path winds through the trees to a separate wood cabin with bar and sitting area, plus a deck, perfect for evening drinks. Only a few minutes to Porches, 10 minutes to Lagoa and 15 minutes to the medieval town of Silves, this is a fabulous countryside location but central to all amenities. The new shopping centre is just 7 minutes drive, there are a number of international schools within 10km (English, Dutch and German) and Faro airport is 40 minutes. Energy Rating: D #ref:2835 - 2835 - SeaToSky Homes