Located in a small village just outside Vila Nova de Poires and only a few minutes from the main town of Miranda do Corvo and also Lousa is this traditional Portuguese house which has been lovingly updated with all modern conveniences and to a high standard. Many of the original features have been incorporated including the warm exposed stonework.
There is an additional area of the home that is to be restored.
The property has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, plus a separate w.c., lounge, kitchen, living area, much of which has solid pine flooring. There are 3 cafes within walking distance of this property.
In detail ….........
You enter the property through double metal gates that lead to a private courtyard area from which there are steps up to the main part of the house.
You enter the main house via a large sun filled south facing terrace and balcony that offer stunning views over the countryside and to the Serra de Lousa. This area also incorporates a utility/storage room that is fully tiled.
From the terrace French doors open into the beautiful open plan living area that incorporates the lounge, kitchen and dining area. There is a vaulted ceiling with original beams exposed. This whole area has beautiful sold wood flooring. The kitchen area features a matching range of base and wall units with work surfaces incorporating a stainless steel sink unit with drainer and mixer tap over. There is a gas hob with extractor fan over and an eye level oven and microwave. A large window looks out to the front over the garden and toward the views. A heating/air conditioning unit has been installed and is to remain with the property. The living area has TV, and telephone points.
The inner hall leads to the master bedroom which features an ensuite bathroom. This bedroom has solid wood floors and a heating/air conditioning unit. There is also a TV and telephone point and patio door that open directly onto the balcony. The ensuite bathroom has a sink sent into a vanity unit, w.c. and a large shower.
From the hallway are stairs that lead to a mezzanine level that overlooks the lounge area. This can be used as an additional bedroom, or office, hobby room, etc.
You enter the property through double metal gates that lead to a private courtyard area. From the courtyard is a garage which is tiled, has double metal doors and PVC tongue and groove ceiling. There is an additional storage area as well as a room that houses the boiler and the fuel tank and also the electric water heater.
From this area is a former adega and animal house that has been renovated to incorporate a lovely guest bedrooms that has french doors and an ensuite bathroom and a radiator. There is also a studio/workshop area here with a sink set into worktops. This area also serves as the utility area with the washing machine and dryer included in the sale. For convenience there is also a separate w.c.
From here also are areas that have not yet been renovated. These provide potential to create a separate apartment. Water, electricity, gas, drains and central heating services have been installed.
Outside there is a large garden that incorporates many fruit trees including olive trees, peach, orange and grapevines. There is plenty of space for a swimming pool if one is desired.
The house itself is in a small and lovely village close to Vila Nova de Paiares. All of the day to day essentials can be found here including cafes and mini-market.
Ten minutes away also is the town of Lousa where there are doctors, pharmacies, supermarkets, cafes, and other amenities.
The City of Coimbra is only twenty minutes away. Coimbra is a beautiful university city that is filled with history, beautiful architecture, lovely cobbled streets that are lined with unique and colourful shops. There are cafes, shops, restaurants and there is rarely a day when some form out outside entertainment is not taking place in the City.
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