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This exceptional and versatile property exudes character and charm. It has been sympathetically restored retaining original features whilst also offering all the requirements of a large, versatile and multi-generational modern family home. There is 539m2 of habitable space with further scope to develop as necessary and the main storage unit area (21x6m) has already been partially prepared for this purpose.
Quinta Do Aviario offers luxurious surroundings set in partly enclosed 1.4 hectares of land with gardens, paddock and woodland presenting space for self-sufficiency farming and the opportunity to live sustainably using its own solar panel equipment for hot water and the acre of wood providing the free fuel source for the newly installed 30kw wood burning unit. There is a bountiful vegetable plot set amongst 30 olive trees (which produce approximately 50 litres of oil), a native cork oak woodland and space to cultivate as desired or restore the former vineyard. The property benefits from two working wells.
The present owners have recently installed a 6x4m swimming pool with high specification energy efficient pump and filtration. It is accessed via a landscaped decked and BBQ area.
The south facing detached property is situated in a peaceful rural hamlet on a walking trail to the spectacular River Zezere yet is still close to the main IC8 and iconic N2 roads. The towns of Serta and Cernache do Bonjardim are 10 minutes drive and offer a full range of amenities such as cafes, restaurants, supermarkets, schools, hospital and health centres, sports centres and post offices. The area is surrounded by numerous river beaches which are synonymous with the area.
The house itself has contemporary fittings, marble staircase, air conditioning and heat reflective glass windows throughout. The accommodation is built around the spectacular 20x6m open plan living area with pitched roof and focal traditional fireplace with cast iron log burning fire. Access to the garden is via the wall of large sliding patio doors.
The adjoining independent apartment is spacious and modern and has recently operated as a successful business for tourism offering private accommodation for 6 people. There is an upper loft double ensuite with balcony offering spectacular views overlooking the gardens and hillside beyond.
In addition to the main living area there is a separate one bedroom guest studio which was previously used for a dependent relative.
Outside is the wood and vehicle storage area and large garage / workshop space.
Quinta Do Aviario is a unique property and viewing is essential to realise all the potential it has to offer.
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