PL/824 Country house Santa Bárbara de Nexe Faro

 

Set within the rolling countryside of the Algarve, this rural estate extends across 6,640 sq m and comprises three independent residences arranged as a cohesive compound. All structures have undergone substantial structural works, including new roofs throughout, providing a sound base for completion. What remains is interior configuration, specification, and finish—allowing a buyer to complete the estate with intent rather than inherit design decisions.

 

The asset lends itself to multiple end uses: a private multi-residence holding, a discreet hospitality concept, or a hybrid live–host arrangement. The fundamentals are already in place. Execution is the final stage.

 

Main Residence

The principal house is the largest of the three and is designed around scale and flow. A double-height living and dining space anchors the ground floor, with a semi-open kitchen positioned to serve both interior living areas and the exterior terrace and pool. Circulation is logical and well resolved.

 

A winter garden sits adjacent to the kitchen and can be fully enclosed with glass bifold doors, allowing year-round use as a secondary living or dining space. Two ground-floor en-suite bedrooms provide flexibility for single-level living. The upper floor houses two further en-suite bedrooms, both opening onto a large rooftop terrace with open countryside views. Interior finishes remain intentionally incomplete, enabling full customisation.

 

Two-Bedroom Cottage

The adjacent two-bedroom cottage operates independently, with its own garden area. Structural works are complete, including new windows and doors. Final fit-out is required: kitchen, bathrooms, and finishes. Once completed, this unit functions well as guest accommodation or a separate rental residence.

 

Three-Bedroom Residence

The third house has been rebuilt from its original ruins and secured with a new roof. Internal works remain outstanding, including layout finalisation and full interior fit-out. Private terraces are already in place, reinforcing its autonomy within the estate.

 

Location & Connectivity

The setting is rural but not isolated.

• São Brás de Alportel and Santa Bárbara de Nexe: approx. 5 minutes
• Faro Airport: short drive
• Faro Island and coastline: easily accessible
• Vilamoura and the Golden Triangle: approx. 20 minutes
• A22 motorway: approx. 10 minutes

 

Positioning

This is not a finished product. It is a well-advanced estate project with structural risk removed and creative control retained. Original architectural elements—including doors and window balustrades—have been preserved where possible, maintaining authenticity without constraining future design.

 

For a buyer seeking land, scale, and optionality in the Algarve countryside, this estate offers a clear framework to complete a substantial and flexible holding on their own terms.

Bordeira
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Faro, the capital of the Algarve, combines the charm of Portuguese tradition with modern vibrancy. With its stunning coastline, historic sites, and lively urban atmosphere, Faro offers a blend of cultural richness and contemporary living that appeals to residents and visitors alike.

Things to Do
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