Near the picturesque village of Alte, (within easy reach of the busy traditional town of Messines) this property is surrounded by beautiful scenic views. When entering the property, you are welcomed by a bright hall with gallery above. On this level, you find the living and leisure areas, one en-suite bedroom, office and guest cloakroom. This bedroom leads out through the expansive, all season dining/leisure area to the enclosed gardens. To the left of the entrance hall an inviting, generous sized, modern, fully equipped, open plan kitchen with breakfast bar and dining room. Aside is a living room with fireplace and patio doors directly onto the pool. Along the length of these rooms is the fabulous all season dining/leisure area, mentioned before. This alfresco living and dining area has concertina and sliding glass with an electric roof. A relaxing and entertaining space, to be enjoyed in comfort all year round, overlooking the floral gardens and the natural beauty of the hillside beyond. This layout offers direct access to the large saltwater pool with shower, poolside lounge, table seating, barbecue and kitchen area. Steps lead to the viewing area above. On the first floor, there are three generously sized, ensuite (walk in shower) bedrooms. Each of the bedrooms has a balcony, overlooking the gardens. The spacious basement (175.76m2) with natural light and patio doors onto a terrace and garden, offers many additional living options: An independent apartment with open plan kitchen/ living room and one spacious bedroom (ensuite) plus a guests cloakroom. This basement area also has a laundry room, Games room and Gym with the advantages of underfloor heating, air con, surround sound and television. This property combines luxury, style, high tech comforts whilst being located in an authentic Algarve village location, where an active social community lives. It is equipped with air conditioning throughout, alarm, electric shutters, double insulated windows, electric gates, and two carport areas. The garden is landscaped and has automatic irrigation. The swimming pool area is complete with sun lounge areas, BBQ and outdoor kitchen. The basement level also has outdoor sitting areas and access to the swimming pool, electric sunshades and plenty of natural light.