Private Estate Equestrian Centre

This fantastic Private 15 hectare lakeside estate offering luxury country villa and equestrian facility with unique location on the peninsula by the Barragem Monte da Rocha, including 1,5 km of the lake shore.
The beautiful villa comprises of a beautiful lounge a very large open plan kitchen, dining room with the most amazing views of the lake and country side, three double bedrooms all en-suite the house has a real charm a mixture of old and new. The house is very light and airy and has a wonderful homely feel. To the outside of the property there is a spacious veranda making a perfect outside lounging area a beautiful space to sit and look over the magical garden and the 10x8 pool. The garden is a sub tropical low maintenance mature gardens and has separate areas to enjoy different things the pool for sunbathing, a quiet area ideal for yoga, and a football pitch play area and different seating areas to capture or escape the sun.. There is a large parking area to the front of the property also a carport for two cars the house is set in its own 1 hectare plot.
The equestrian Centre is a very private Large American barn incorporating 12 loose boxes of 4m x 4m. Sand school and large dressage arena. Large fenced paddocks etc., hay barn and machinery/workshop.
There is a 368 tree olive grove giving around 5000 liters of high quality extra virgin.
5 different site/articles including building plot of 500m2 for development with 2 gated entrances. Three boreholes for water supply, own solar system for electricity, Energy Performance Certificate A+.
This estate, offers so much it is located in the southern Alentejo, approximately 1 hour drive from the southern coast of the Algarve and some 45 min from the west coast. The options you have with this property are endless its perfect for a high end Equestrian centre, or would make an ideal water sports place please note motorised sports are not permitted on the lake but you can fish, canoe or sail in this beautiful setting, and with the other properties for re development you could have other accommodation its a great business property for many activities even perfect for a yoga retreat heath farm the list is endless.

15 Hectare lakeside plot | Villa 172m² | 3 Double bedrooms all en-suite | Spacious veranda | Magical garden | 12x6 pool | Large American barn | 12 Loose boxes of 4m x 4m | Sand school | Large fenced paddocks | Hay barn |

Ourique is a small town and municipality in southern Portugal, located in the Alentejo region within the District of Beja. It is known for its wide open landscapes, quiet pace of life, and strong agricultural traditions, particularly livestock farming. The area is sparsely populated and offers a calm, community-oriented environment typical of rural Alentejo.

The town provides essential amenities for daily life. These include a health centre and pharmacies, municipal and social services, supermarkets, local shops, cafés, restaurants, bakeries, butchers, and other small businesses. There are also schools, sports and leisure facilities, cultural spaces, and regular local events, making Ourique largely self-sufficient for residents despite its rural setting.

Historically, Ourique is closely associated with the Battle of Ourique in 1139, a legendary moment linked to the foundation of Portugal. Today, this heritage is reflected in features such as castle ruins, historic churches, and nearby archaeological sites like Castro da Cola, which shows evidence of human settlement from prehistoric times onward. Combined with its traditional Alentejo cuisine—notably pork, lamb, goat dishes, and local cheeses—Ourique appeals to those seeking history, authenticity, and a peaceful countryside lifestyle.