Cabin/Cottage for Sale Silves

Property for sale in Algarve Portugal For Sale - Two old Houses and Land Next to a Lake Enjoy Tranquillity, Proximity to a Lake and Sunshine for just Euros €37,950 Two old houses to renovate or demolish and build new. Situated in a quiet hamlet in the foothills of the Serra de Monchique, Fishing, Boating, Hiking, Biking on your doorstep. The houses are elevated above the lake high water mark and the land of 2720m2 has access to the lake shore. Enjoy solitude, gorgeous views, Milky Way nights, abundant wildlife yet only 30 minutes from some of Europe's best beaches shopping and nightlife. To Renovate or Rebuild There are two cottages each with its own freehold title. They can be kept separate or combined. One would make a one bedroom guest/rental suite and the other a double storey 2 bedroom house, or combine them to make a 3 bedroom house. There would be spectacular 360 degree views from a roof terrace, if so designed. The property is located in a sunny location with good access from a tar road N267 with connections to Monchique, Albufeira and Lisbon. Faro airport is just 50 minutes and Lisbon is just 2.45 hours. Nearest rail way station only 10 minutes away. There are two villages within ten minutes drive with shops, cafes and restaurants. South coast beaches and Algarve shopping are approximately a half hours drive. Water comes from a spring and electricity would be solar and sewer, septic. The two cottages are part of a small deserted hamlet of about 12 houses. Imagine This! Envisage a roof terrace to take advantage of the 360 degree views, enjoy watching both sunrise and sunset from this great feature. Raised terracing for a private alfresco breakfast and dining area leading from your designer kitchen. Snuggle up next to your open log fire on those cooler winter evenings. Workshop or garage underneath the main house to store your man toys and a separate guest/rental suite to accommodate friends, family and relatives who are bound to turn up or rent out for some additional income. On the land leading down to the lake, relax or entertain on a large suspended deck complete with a roofed portion for shade, Jacuzzi tub, bar and bbq. Location The Algarve has the perfect sunny climate for those wishing to escape the colder and wetter winters of the United Kingdom and Northern Europe. This property is situated in a great location to enjoy the warm and mild winters and to enjoy the fantastic summers in this part of the world. Enjoy swimming or kayaking in the lake or visit some of the Algarve's famous beaches just a half hour away. It is also the perfect base to explore southern Portugal and Spain. There are many historical cities that can be visited within a short drive, Lisbon, Sintra, Evora, Faro, Setubal and Seville, just to name a few. Slightly further away, Porto, Coimbra, Obidos, Granada, Cordoba, Cadiz, Cartagena, Madrid, Gibraltar and the White villages of Andalucia, great places to explore. There are two villages nearby, Alferce and Sao Marcos da Serra each within a few minutes drive, here you will find all the charm of unspoiled Algarvian villages with local shops and restaurants. Just 20 minutes away is the famous town of Monchique, with spectacular views, world class spas, first class restaurants serving regional food, local fairs and much more.