* TYPE: Traditional 5 bed, 3 bath villa
* LOCATION: Santa Bárbara de Nexe
* NEIGHBOURHOOD: Peaceful hillside residence
* INSIDE: Character features, traditional feel
* OUTSIDE: Stunning views from every angle
* POOL: 10m x 5m private pool
* AGE: Built in 1990
* IDEAL ... Forever home
* WE LOVE ... The views, the views & the views!

Traditional in style with a welcoming feel and some of the best country views you will find in the Algarve, this 5-bedroom family villa is looking for its new owners. Split over 3 levels with cosy snugs, spacious bedrooms, a private pool and covered BBQ area this character property is situated close to the idyllic country village of Santa Bárbara.

Unlike many country properties, the approach road to this villa is fully tarmacked and you have the choice of two entrance gates to go through - one leads you to the double garage with workshop and stairs to the entrance level, the other brings you up to the front of the property and the main entrance to the villa. Both sets of gates are electric.

The villa is split into 3 levels, all with spacious living areas. The entrance to the villa is located on the middle level and houses the open-plan living dining room, kitchen, 2 bedrooms and family bathroom. The living room and dining areas are large and have classical, open archways separating them. There is a wood-burning fire in the living room that will keep you warm during the cooler winter months and both areas are flooded with natural light thanks to the patio doors which open out onto the south-facing gardens and pool terrace. You can even be the host with the most thanks to the built-in bar in the dining area!

The country-style kitchen is large and has plenty of storage and work surfaces, it also has a pantry area so there are no excuses not to be fully stocked up with some pastel de natas - other Portuguese pastries are available but we all know these are the best! From the kitchen, there is access to the side terrace and the covered outside kitchen, dining area and BBQ - perfect for enjoying alfresco dining with family and friends. Completing the entrance level are 2 bedrooms, 1 is ensuite and the other has patio doors leading out onto the pool and terrace area.

Moving up to the first floor of the villa where the 2 bedrooms and family bathroom take up the entire space. The family bathroom is a good size and the bedrooms are spacious, but it is the enclosed, private terraces that really are the standout part of this level. With room for sofas, chairs and even a telescope, these terraces allow you to make the most of the sweeping country views in front of the villa in any weather and at any time of day or night.

The lower level of the property contains a laundry room, wine store and the 5th bedroom, which is currently being used as an office.

Outside, the inviting pool has a tile surround with plenty of room to pull up a sunlounger or two, there is a poolside shower and access to the outside kitchen. The gardens are landscaped, lawned and come with irrigation and thanks to the property having a borehole and connections to mains water there will not be any worries about keeping the grass green and the plants watered. The whole plot is fenced and the stone wall and white railings at the front of the property next to the road set the tone for the villa.

Even though you are surrounded by the beautiful Algarve countryside the majority of the windows of the property all face south so that you can enjoy the best views from every level, even the pool - enjoy relaxing on a sun lounger with a drink in one hand and that beautiful vista ahead of you.

With air conditioning throughout, double glazing, an alarm and an orchard this villa makes the perfect family home, make sure you add it to your list today.


REFERENCE: SBX-qc-001

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Santa Bárbara de Nexe at a glance:

* WHERE IS IT: Eastern Algarve
* DISTANCE FROM FARO AIRPORT: 11km
* ITS NEIGHBOURS ARE: Estoi and Loulé
* INLAND COASTAL: Inland
* MOST FAMOUS FOR: Its bell tower on top of the 400-year-old church
* POPULAR WITH: Expats
* ITS VIBE: Laid back and traditional
* HOSPITALS & SCHOOLS: 9km to Faro hospital. Portuguese schools
* IDEAL FOR: Permanent living second home rental investment
* WE LOVE: The tranquillity, the views & the village way of life

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