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Ref: 299 - Unbelievable Bargain - 22ha of Land for only 42.000€ Along the slopes of the Serra da Estrela between Seia and Gouveia lies this big property of 22ha. There are two good sized ruins still restorable as well as some others now hidden amongst the broom bushes as they have deteriorated and are crumbling. Through the centre of the land runs a valley with a strong flowing river which is edged by lush green vegetation and some flat fields. Along the track leading in from the nearest village 800m away there is a big water tank which is overgrown with brambles but brimming with water even in mid August! The access from the village is good. The last 1.5km is overgrown but passable but the owner has promised to clear that for a prospective buyer.	This property has 4 registry numbers and the owner is prepared to sell them off independently. The two biggest and visible ruined houses each have approx 2 ha of land belonging, and he is prepared to sell these for 13,000 € each. This means that the other 18ha which includes the river area would cost only 16,000 €, an incredible price for someone who is keen enough to take on such big land.
Ref: 268 - Unique Farm with Round House and Living Roof 15.000€ A truly different kind of eco-quinta with a round granite building complete with living roof, a nice rectangular building and a round bread oven with a living roof. Located where the Douro and Agueda rivers join, this 3ha property, besides having a wonderful view of the river, overlooks the mountains of Spain. There is a giant well which the owner professes has abundant water all year around and this is evident from the bamboo and other water reeds that surround the immediate area.
Ref: 297 - Alentejan Farmhouse to renovate on 22ha Organic Land 110.000€ This fantastic Alentejan renovation property comprises no less than 220.000m2 (22ha) with a giant farmhouse and that for only 50 cents per m2! It is made up of 4 land registry numbers, one of which is urban (house) and the other three rustic land which the owner preferably wants to sell in one sale but is prepared to split into two. The urban number has a covered area of 463m3 which is designated as a one storey habitation with 4 rooms: a bread oven, a dairy, a granary and a millhouse plus 2 annexes. All the land is adjoining and is fenced on the north, east and south whilst on the west side it is bordered by a stream with a wide strip of grazing land which is green nearly throughout the entire part of the driest of periods.	Close to the house are three wells of 10m, 7m and 3m deep and further south is the source of a natural spring. The water from the wells is not potable. There is no electricity and in the past a generator was used. This is still present on the farm.
Ref: 126 - 3 Watermills in North Portugal An isolated group of watermills set on 8000 m2. Each building needs to be restored in its entirity although structurally they seem to be in a good state. No well so a borehole will have to be drilled or river water used for everything but drinking. No electricity. Access by way of a 3km track only to be reached with a 4x4	Ref: 223 - Quinta with large Barn and 3 Water Wells A really nice quinta with an exceptionally big and quality block building which could easily be converted into a big bungalow. Located only about 12km from both Oliveira do Hospital and Tabua. The well-built and sturdy cement-block building measures a grand 20m x 8.5m, big enough  for a nice big house. Electricity passes by only a few hundred metres away. This would cost 1000€ per 100m to have brought in.
Ref: 188 - REDUCED ! Big Interesting Old Rambling Home for Renovation Old character house in small village with views over the mountains. The house has a footprint of 150m2 and there are annexed buildings of another 50m2. It is in need of renovation but has many interesting features which would be worth maintaining. Garden of 100m2.
Ref: 221 - Watermill on 3ha with consent to reconstruct Granite-built watermill near Chaves, North Portugal. 30.000m2 of nearly flat land with a stream running though the middle. Water comes from the stream but one could drop a borehole if desired. No electricity. Access is by way of dirt track and accessible only by 4 x 4s
Ref: 90 - 1ha Land with Ruin along Alva River A birdwatcher or fisherman's paradise, very pretty indeed. The land is flat and grassy with river frontage of about 200m. There is a lovely old well with its hauling engine still intact. The nearest source of electricity is only about 100m away. Access is by way of a good dirt track of approx 200m
Ref: 43 - Authentic Portuguese House to Renovate There is a 2-berth caravan which could be negotiated to stay and be included in the sale. There are two floors over a 200m2 footprint. Along one of the borders is a brook. There is an official builder's quote for a new roof executed in the original-method and old-look mode using new materials. Also included is a new floor and a septic tank. All this amounts to approx 10.000€ but one would have to negotiate this down. The nearest source of electricity lies at approx 150m Access is by tarred road then a narrow dirt track of about 150m
Ref: 278 - 10.77ha of Land with 1000+ olive trees - 42,500€ Big estate of 10.77ha with 1080 olive trees located outside a small village within the council of Castelo Branco. The trees have been planted in line and are in full production each year. A small stream crosses the land and the nearest source of electricity is only 100m away. Building permission is probable seeing the size of the land.
Ref: 187 - Watermill plus House for Renovation in North Portugal Located just 4km from the charming town of Chaves An old watermill of 150m2 which is all open space and may be rebuilt. The walls are fine but the (wooden) roof and floors need replacement There is also a 70m2, 1 bedroom house, which is in need of some renovation. It is split into 2 parts of which one was the actual house and which in turn is split into 4 rooms. There is a rudimentary bathroom but no kitchen. In addition there are some more small outbuildings. The land covers an area of 3000m2 and is made up mostly of big boulders with a stream along the border. There are various fruit trees.	Electricity and phone are present. Access: Access is by dirt track road of 500m
Ref: 227 - Land of 6.5ha, partly wooded with 2 ruins and abundant water Fazenda dos Brejos (near Bogalhal Velho) The property lies 1km from a quaint hamlet, 2km from the nearest village and 11km from the town of Pinhel and 17km from Trancoso. The Spanish border is a short drive away. To get to the land one leaves the quiet tarred road between the village and Pinhel and drives 1.5km of good dirt track winding through forests on one side and cultivated fruit orchards on the other, to arrive at the bottom entrance. From the quinta towards the east lies a big stretch of forests. If one walks or drives the tracks through them for 5km one will reach a fantastic undiscovered beach on the famous river Coa.	Energy/Electricity Supply: Nearest source is 500m away. Access: Very good dirt track.