Fundão, Viana do Castelo

Quinta dos Castanheiros is a traditional country house that has been substantially extended and modernized over the years to create a beautiful three-bedroom villa, and independent guest house a kitchenette, bathroom, two bedrooms and lounge.With extensive surrounding gardens and views over the historic village of Monsanto. The villa is surrounded by 2.6 hectares of fenced meadows with more than 120 ancient olive trees (they produce at least 60 liters of olive oil per year), as well a variety of fruit, citrus, and nut trees, including pear trees, cherry trees, lemons, oranges, and chestnuts. The property is accessed via a traditional private cobblestone driveway, lined with cherry trees, and has parking for at least 3 cars. Surrounding the villa is a beautiful covered porch, providing ample space for outdoor living and for enjoying the far-reaching views over the surrounding countryside. At the rear of the property there is a stunning 6x4 meter swimming pool with enough space for sun loungers, a dining table and chairs. There is also a double garage/equipment room and a garden shed. Inside, the property has a large living room with two double French doors that provide maximum light and open directly onto the balcony. There is also a modern wood burning stove to ensure the room remains cozy on cold winter nights. The kitchen/dining room is well equipped with high quality cabinetry and electrical equipment with a door leading onto the balcony where there is an outdoor kitchen and dining space, perfect for enjoying in the evening as the sun sets. The 3 double bedrooms are located at the rear of the building, overlooking the private pool, and all have large built-in wardrobes. The master bedroom has an en suite bathroom and there is a separate bathroom with toilet which is shared by the other two bedrooms. In addition to the main residence, there is a separate apartment on the top floor, with completely private access. The apartment has a fully functional kitchenette, bathroom and space for two double beds. This would be a perfect space for extended family stays or to relax in high season. The property also has six solar panels for energy supply and two solar panels for water heating. The villa is approximately a 10-minute drive from the A 23, which gives easy access to the cities of Castelo Branco and Covilh and the nearest city of Fundo.