€950,000

Set in a peaceful residential area, at the end of a cul-de-sac, only a 5-minute drive from the charming fishing village of Alvor, is this lovely large, detached villa. From a covered porch, the front door opens to a light and airy entrance hall with guest cloakroom and a sweeping staircase leading up to the bedrooms. The spacious and bright living room offers large patio doors opening to the covered terrace, taking in the far-reaching views over the open countryside to Monchique mountains. There is a wood burning fireplace to keep you cosy and warm on those cooler winter nights, plus air conditioning for heating and cooling. Adjoining the living room is the dining room with patio doors leading to the terrace for seamless entertaining, with plenty of space to relax and enjoy the outdoors. The large fitted kitchen boasts granite work-tops, a built-in hob and extractor plus an eye-level oven and microwave. There is a central island and plenty of space for a table and chairs. Patio doors open to a covered terrace area, featuring an outdoor kitchen with a built-in BBQ, pizza oven and sink perfect for alfresco dining and outdoor entertaining. The kitchen also has a separate utility/laundry room with storage room and a door to an outside drying area. Also on this level is an office which could be used as a 4th bedroom, plus an extra storage cupboard. Upstairs, the hallway is also bright and airy and leads to three generous bedrooms. The master bedroom suite benefits from a spacious terrace, affording unobstructed views overlooking the garden and pool to the countryside and the Monchique mountain beyond - a perfect spot to rest and relax. The dressing area offers abundant wardrobe space, and the en-suite bathroom features a large walk-in shower and twin wash basins. The second bedroom also offers built-in wardrobes, and patio doors lead to a small south-facing balcony. The third bedroom has built-in wardrobes and offers views over the countryside. There is also a shared bathroom on this level with a bath with overhead shower and twin basins. From the ground floor, stairs lead down into the large basement with an electric garage door. There is plenty of room for cars and storage. There is also a shower room in this area. Outside there are plentiful sunbathing areas, and is ideal for entertaining with a well-equipped summer kitchen, plus ample terraces ideal for relaxing and outdoor dining. The property is surrounded by low maintenance gardens with traditional Portuguese calçada cobblestone and paved terraces and pathways. The entire property is walled, fenced and gated and there are a variety of fruit trees including lemon, olive, mulberry and a pepper tree. This villa offers many extras such as air-conditioning, storage heaters, central vacuum, electric shutters, double-glazed windows, electric entrance gates and an automatic garage door. The water is heated via a solar panel with an electric back up. Located in a quiet and tranquil area it is only 5 minutes drive to the charming fishing village of Alvor with its lovely beach and wide selection of restaurants, and less than 10 minutes drive to the heart of Portimão with its river-side walk, supermarkets, shops and restaurants. The championship golf course at Penina is less than 10 minutes drive and Faro airport is only 50 minutes away. Energy Rating: C #ref:2873-1 - 2873-1 - SeaToSky Homes