Alandroal, Alentejo | Contemporary Villa with Pool & Independent Studio | 296 m² | 2 Hectares

This house was born from a dream. For two years, a family searched the Alentejo for the right land — the right orientation, the right earth, and crucially, their own water source. When they found this plot, with a private well and exposures to all four cardinal points, they knew. What they built here is one of the most thoughtful, coherent properties in the region.

Designed by architect João Favila Menezes and completed in 2012, the 296 m² villa sits on 2 hectares of pure Alentejo landscape — cork oaks, open sky, and an uninterrupted horizon. Its clean white volume blends into the land as though it always belonged there.

Sustainability here is not a marketing claim — it is a building philosophy. The A energy certificate reflects exceptional insulation designed from the outset, with careful attention to solar orientation and passive ventilation. Solar panels cover approximately 80% of energy consumption. Water comes from a private well, complemented by a rainwater harvesting and reuse system. In one of Portugal’s warmest regions, this is not a luxury — it is intelligence.

Inside, the house is defined by light. Skylights appear throughout. Windows are angled to allow natural light while providing natural shade — an elegant passive climate solution. The living area opens directly onto the shaded terrace and outdoor dining space, making interior and exterior feel like one continuous experience.

Four ensuite bedrooms, none smaller than 16 m², are arranged around a quiet internal courtyard that ensures total privacy between spaces. Natural light reaches every corner, including the private bathrooms.

Outside, the grounds offer a pool with views over open countryside, a pergola dining and lounge area, a children’s play area, kennel, storage, and ample parking. A fully independent studio completes the picture — perfect for guests, rental income, or caretaker accommodation. The property has had a caretaker since it was built, who may continue with the new owners — a rare and valuable asset.

Ten minutes from Alqueva — the largest Europe’s artificial lake, with watersports and extraordinary landscapes —, fifteen from the village of Reguengos de Monsaraz with its renowned wines and Alentejo cuisine, and forty-five from the historic city of Évora with full urban services.

Built with conviction. Made for those who want to live fully, and well.

Price: 1.650.000€