Bravura | Monchique | Algarve

Casa Bravura sits on its own headland in a peaceful, secluded and unique lakeside position, enviably situated on a wooded peninsular in the countryside within a conservation area of outstanding natural beauty.

Elevated and facing south west with 4.520 hectares, (11,169 acres) of wooded and terraced land sloping gently down to the lakeside, giving a water frontage of approx 750 metres.

The interior has been comfortably furnished, with the use of natural, traditional and hand crafted materials.

Entrance through the hard wood front door to hall with regional hand crafted terracotta floor tiles and central heating radiator, access through double doors to the living room, access to the kitchen. An archway takes you to the bedroom wing.

Internally the house comprises of a spacious living & dining room with high ceilings and two sets of glass doors which lead to a covered terrace. The floor is laid with hand crafted regional terracotta tiles. A large wood burning stove with a back boiler heating the living room plus providing hot water for the radiators throughout the house.

Ample terracing around the house gives uninterrupted views of the lake and surrounding hillsides. There is a very large roof terrace providing a 360 degree views on which a further room could be constructed, subject to planning approvals.

The established low walled garden areas are planted with various indigenous shrubs and flowering trees, the remainder of the land is planted with mature Eucalyptus, Cork Oaks, Conifers and terraces of Arbutus which is used to produce Medronho the local spirit.

The Plunge Pool, a little oasis, set in a sheltered southerly position surrounded by Papyrus, Cannas, Strelizia and various palms.

Other planting includes Olives, Grape Vines, Pink Grapefruit, Lemon, Tangerine, Orange, figs, Plums, Apple, Almond and Pomegranate.

A wooden cottage is situated 50m from the house. South facing, offering space for a double bedroom, shower, WC, open plan sitting area, with a covered terrace overlooking the lake.

Carp and fresh water bass fishing, sailing, kyacking and paddle boarding on your doorstep.

Renovations:
* 2005 upstairs/utility/store room and carport
* 2012 new kitchen

* 4520 hectares of land
* 750 m waterfront
* Handcrafted materials
* Terraces with views
* Roof terrace
* Wood burning stove with a back boiler
* Plunge pool
* A variety of bushes, trees and fruit trees
* Separate log cabin
* Double glazing

Rooms:
6 rooms of which 4 - 5 bedrooms
Type:
Villa
Constructed area:
270 m2
Year of construction:
1994
Price:
1 475 000 EUR
Plot area:
4,5 ha (45 200 m2)
Web ref:
14661-JAC444