€499,000

This lovely property is set in just over 1.4ha of land in an elevated position with far-reaching views across the vineyards, orchards and countryside. It features a charming 3-bedroom house of approximately 140m2 as well as a large barn (100m2) and a swimming pool. The land features some level areas, as well as terraces with fruit trees and space for animals. Double gates open off the quiet country track to a spacious parking area with the house to one side and the barn to the other. The front door, framed with bougainvillea, opens to a pretty porch and entrance hall. Two of the bedrooms open off here, both with east-facing windows to get the morning sun. One of the bedrooms has an en-suite shower room and air-conditioning to heat and cool. The entrance hall leads to an open-plan kitchen and dining area. The kitchen has plenty of cupboards, a central island, and a wood-burner to keep it cosy. There is a gas hob and electric oven, washing machine, tumble dryer and fridge-freezer. A door from the kitchen leads to a corridor handy for coats and shoes, and on to the family bathroom with walk-in shower. From the kitchen, a couple of steps lead down to the dining area and from here there are sliding doors to the pool-side terrace. There is a lovely covered area, ideal for al-fresco dining, and plenty of space for relaxing in the sun next to the pool. A BBQ area has been built on top of a water tank and next to this is the old bread oven. Back inside, a door from the dining area leads to the lounge with a wood-burning fireplace. There is a window in here with views over the countryside and pool, and this room also has air-conditioning. A door leads to the 3rd bedroom suite, which features a bedroom plus a separate lounge area with kitchenette plus a bathroom with shower. Double patio doors from here lead to the pool-side terrace. This area could easily be closed off and used as a separate guest annex, or kept as part of the main house. To the other side of the parking area is a large barn with garage door, plus 2 other doors, one of which opens to the track and the other to the garden. In addition to mains electricity, there are photovoltaic panels for electricity generation with battery storage. A solar panel for hot-water, plus a borehole for water, means that this is a great property for those who wish to be self-sufficient. This country property has access to fibre internet - ideal if you want to work from home. There are a variety of fruit trees on the property including different types of oranges, tangerines, lemon, pomegranate, fig, banana, walnut, olives and grapes. In addition to some outbuildings/sheds, there are also the frames of greenhouses, ready to be refreshed and put to use, as well as a large open cisterna next to the barn for storing water. This is a lovely area for dog-walking or mountain biking, and you can enjoy the peace of the countryside while being close to amenities. It is only 5km from Silves town with shops, restaurants, castle and the river promenade. There are two golf courses within 7km and it is only 13km to the coast. There are multiple international schools (Dutch, German and English language) within 3 - 14kms. Faro airport is less than 50 minutes on the motorway. Energy Rating: B #ref:2858-5 - 2858-5 - SeaToSky Homes