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| VALE GALEGO (Central Portugal) - UNDER OFFER |
| LOCATION On a very quiet country lane (tarmac), not overlooked, but a few other quality houses nearby. Within 1Km of petrol station with cafe and shop; about 2Km from pretty little village of Alvorge, with a few shops, cafes, restaurant, pharmacy, health centre, school and Sunday market; c.15 mins' drive from attractive little town of Ansiao; c.40 mins' drive from Coimbra, regional capital and Portugal's 3rd city; c.45 mins from seaside resort of Figueira da Foz; c.90 mins from Oporto airport and c.2 hrs from Lisbon airport, by car. Very picturesque, rolling countryside, especially gorgeous in spring when there is a wonderful tapestry of meadow flowers. The area is agricultural and quite Mediterranean in appearance (although much greener), with olive groves, dry stone walls (some dating back to Roman times), goatherds etc. THE HOUSE Was a simple stone cottage, but has undergone total renovation. To the front (north) is a small patio, with steps leading up to veranda. There is enclosed storage space (intended for firewood) under the steps. GROUND FLOOR: Off the patio is a door to a large sitting room (4.35x4.20 mtrs), with pine ceiling and floor (over insulating cavity), double aspect windows and feature exposed 'Cotswold' limestone walls (massively thick!). A wood burning stove could be fitted, at buyer's discretion. An arch and 2 small marble steps lead down to the good-size kitchen/diner (3.35x4.20), with tiled floor, solid cherry wood fitted kitchen cupboards, black granite worktop, built-in hob and space for cooker, door to rear patio, wooden steps up to 1st FLOOR: landing (2.20x3.35); walk-in storage cupboard (1.52x1.20); shower and toilet (2.30x2.44) with marble shelving, mirror; bedroom (2.20x2.42); bedroom (2.35x3.40); master bedroom (3.65x2.95) with en-suite bathroom (2.30x2.06) and door to front veranda. If desired, the master bedroom and smaller bedroom could be knocked into one or joined by a door to make a dressing room. With the exception of the bathrooms and storage cupboard, the upper floor is in woodblock. The ATTIC has a window and could be converted into further accommodation. Across the paved rear courtyard is the 3-roomed ANNEX: at present only suitable for animals or storage, but could be converted. Interior steps go up to roof terrace, from where there are lovely southward views. Under the roof terrace is a utility/storeroom with plumbing for a washing machine, and a covered barbecue area with BBQ. Note that there is a very tall concrete pillar-type pylon at the end of the garden, but the cables are well overhead and do not carry a heavy current. The GARDEN is not large (c.250 sq. mtrs), but is adequate for a small pool. It is mostly enclosed by ancient dry stone walls, and has a few established fruit trees (mostly olives). There is also a raised well which collects water from the roof. In addition, there is a very large enclosed area of ground to the back of the house which is owned by the local parish. This must not be built upon or impeded, but can be treated as part of the garden, ie tables and chairs, flowers etc, without objection. Renovation has been with high quality materials and good taste. Double glazing throughout, shutters to all windows and glazed exterior door. Mains electicity and water. Soak-away septic tank. Asking price: 115,000 Euros UNDER OFFER |
SERRA DA LOUSA 25km South East of Coimbra, Portugal's 3rd city SITE INDEX HOME MAP SAMPLE PROPERTIES Property A Property B HOME WITH INCOME VIEWS OF THE AREA SITES OF INTEREST |