A stunning example of modern architecture designed to take advantage of the surrounding views. lnfinity swimming pool, set in a rural plot of just under 0.5 acre.

Situation: Situated in a peaceful rural location, within easy walking distance of the village of Sr. Outeiro and close to the market town of Penela. Also within easy reach are the market towns of Ansião, Miranda do Corvo and the city of Coimbra. The Silver Coast beaches are within 40 minutes drive.

Description: This property has been designed to take advantage of the surrounding views of the Serra de Rabacal, beautiful countryside and the historic market town of Penela. The accommodation has been orientated so that the principal rooms face East and West to take advantage of the stunning sunrises and sunsets. This detached house makes an impressive architectural statement and has internal spaces of huge proportions extending to a total of approximately 4,356 sq ft (404.69 m²). A feature of this property is the very large first floor terrace (approximately 70 m² (753 sq ft) which is perfect for entertaining and/or private sun bathing. All the windows are double glazed and utilise thermally efficient glass to reduce the transmission of heat into the house in the height of summer. There is under-floor central heating to the ground floor rooms and radiators to the first floor. A central audio system has been installed so that music/TV can be piped around the property and accessed in any room.

The accommodation, with approximately room sizes, comprises:


Front Varanda: (approximately 11 m² (118 sq ft)). Front door leading to:

Entrance Hall: (approximately 3.18 m x 2.15 m (10'5" x 7'1")). Ceramic tiled floor. A short staircase leads up to the Kitchen :

Kitchen: (approximately 7.05 m x 4.3 m (24' x 14'1")). Outstanding countryside views. Range of base units and wall cupboards with a choice of hardwood doors and Granite work-surfaces. Stainless steel sink unit. Ceramic floor tiles. Door to the Dining Veranda, barbecue patio and large rear garden.

Study/Bedroom 5: (approximately 5.3 m x 4.65 m (17'5" x 15'3")). Door leading to the Dining Veranda and door to:

Bathroom: (approximately 4.3 m x 3.67 m (14' 1" x 12'1")). "Rocha” suite of bath, bidet, wash hand basin and WC. Tiled walls and floor.

Utility Room/Laundry: (approximately 4.3 m x 3.15 m (14'1" x 10'4")). Plumbing and electric points for appliances. Ceramic tiled floor.

Drawing Room: (approximately 11.15 m x 7.35 m (36'7" x 24'1")). A double aspect room with large picture windows taking advantage of the stunning views and French doors lead to a large Varanda. Natural "Travertine" stone fireplace with matching mantel and hearth, and log burning fire. Under-floor central heating. Recessed halogen spot lights provide mood lighting. An internal garden (glazed on four sides) feature which can be viewed from both floors.

Inner Hall: Ceramic tiled floor. Doors to the ground floor shower room and:
Bedroom 2: (approximately 4.6 m x 3.65 m (15' 1" x 12')). This spacious double bedroom faces East and overlooks the rear garden and open countryside and has glazed doors leading onto the Varanda. Floor to ceiling built-in wardrobes. Ceramic floor tiles.

Shower Room: (approximately 2.3 m x 2.6 m (7'7" x 8'6")). "Rocha" suite comprising shower cubicle, wash hand basin, bidet and wc. Tiled walls, tiled floor.

Master Suite of:
Bedroom: (approximately 6.3 m x 4.3 m (20'8" x 14'1")) with separate
Dressing Area equipped with floor to ceiling built-in wardrobes. Glazed French doors lead onto the first floor Sun Terrace. The glazed internal Garden separates the
Dressing Area from the En suite Bathroom: (approximately 2.78 m x 2.2 m (9'1" x 7'3")). “Rocha” suite of bath, wash hand basin, bidet and wc. The bottom of the large windows are level with the edge of bath providing bathing with outstanding views!

Bedroom 3: (approximately 4.9 m x 3.7 m (16'1" x 12'2")). A double room with glazed doors leading the to first floor Sun Terrace. Floor to ceiling built-in wardrobes. Ceramic tiled floor.

Stairs to first floor.

Bedroom 4: (approximately 3.85 m x 3.6 m (12'8" x 11'10"). Double glazed windows with views to the West.

Family bathoom: (approximately 2.3m x 2.3m (7'7" x 6'7"). "Rocha" suite of shower cubicle, bidet, wash hand basin and wc. Tiled walls and floor.

First Floor Sun Terrace: (approximately 70 m² (753 sq ft) - ideal for entertaining or private sunbathing and leading to:
Swimming pool building, Swimming Pool with a big terrace and a fantastic view to the East.

Outside. The house is built on 2,000 m² (just under half an acre) of land with boundaries de-marked by dry stone walls. A gate gives vehicle access onto the drive which leads to a Parking Area in front of the:

Quadruple Garage: (approximately 7.0 m x 8.95 m (23' x 29'4")). Parking for up to four cars. Twin metal up-and-over doors. Access to:

Games Room: (approximately 5.3 m x 4.6 m (17' 5"x 15'1")).

To the rear of the house is the Barbecue patio: (approximately 23 m² (248 sq ft).