Houses in Monchique, with Lift

Monchique is a village located in the Algarve region of southern Portugal. It is known for its mountainous landscapes, hot springs, and cultural traditions. Here are some highlights about Monchique:

Main Attractions
Serra de Monchique: The mountains are a mountainous area that offers spectacular panoramic views and hiking trails. The highest point is Fóia, with 902 meters of altitude.

Caldas de Monchique: This spa is famous for its medicinal waters, which have been used since Roman times. There is a spa where you can enjoy relaxing treatments.

Convent of Our Lady of Desterro: This ruined convent offers an incredible view over the village and is a perfect place to explore the local history.

Jardim da Vila: A public garden where you can stroll and relax, surrounded by a variety of plants and flowers.

Gastronomy
Monchique is also known for its unique gastronomy. Traditional dishes include:

Carne de Porco à Alentejana: A combination of pork and clams, typical of the region.
Honey and Medronho: Monchique honey is famous for its quality, and arbutus brandy is a traditional drink distilled from the fruit of the strawberry tree.
Culture and Festivities
Monchique celebrates several festivities throughout the year, including:

Festa de São Sebastião: A traditional festival that takes place in January, with processions and religious celebrations.
Sausage Festival: Held in January, it celebrates the local production of sausages, a type of traditional sausage.
How to Get There
Monchique is about 25 km from Portimão and can be easily accessed by car. There are also bus services available from the main cities of the Algarve.

Villa with great potential situated in the picturesque village of Monchique, offering stunning panoramic views of the mountains. This property has four bedrooms, a bathroom, kitchen, living room with wood burning stove, office, a large garage and storage room.

Outside, the villa has a room equipped with a wood oven, a living room, an additional bathroom, another storage room, kitchen and a terrace. In the upper part of the house, there is a terrace and a large attic, providing even more space for various uses.

The property’s land, divided by terraces, is ideal for the practice of organic farming, benefiting from a climate conducive to this type of cultivation. The villa is also equipped with a lift, making it accessible for people with reduced mobility.

This villa has excellent accessibility:

37 minutes (29.8 km) to the beaches of Aljezur via the N267
36 minutes (25.8 km) to the city of Portimão via the N266
36 minutes (28.9 km) to Silves via the N266 and N124
This is a unique opportunity to acquire a villa in a privileged location, perfect for those looking for tranquillity, comfort and close contact with nature.