Beira Litoral, Penela, Portugal

Discover the perfect blend of tranquility and opportunity with this stunning three-bedroom family home and Guest Lodge, nestled in the picturesque heart of Portugal. This serene escape not only offers a peaceful lifestyle surrounded by natural beauty but also provides the potential for an exciting business venture. With river frontage, you can enjoy a unique setting that elevates this property above the rest.Imagine renting out your home while running a successful guest house business, with the additional option to rent or purchase the neighboring restaurant, expanding your horizons even further!Main House Features:Spacious Thoughtful Layout:The main house is designed with comfort in mind, featuring a downstairs bedroom with patio doors that open to a delightful outdoor dining area, shaded by the scent of fragrant orange trees.Charming Modern Kitchen:The fully equipped kitchen exudes cozy cottage charm, with a breakfast bar seating three, ample counter space, and access to a covered outdoor seating area, perfect for morning coffee overlooking the lush, gated garden filled with citrus trees.Inviting Living Room with Stunning Views:The large living room is perfect for gatherings, complete with a wood-burning fire and back boiler system providing central heating and hot water. Floor-to-ceiling patio doors frame breathtaking views of the Portuguese countryside and invite an abundance of natural light into the space.Garage Workshop:The lower level provides a large garage with space for one car, bedding storage for the guest house, laundry facilities, and a workshop. Perfect for those who need additional storage or workspace.Upstairs Oasis:Ascend the beautiful wooden staircase to find two spacious, sunlit bedrooms. The master suite includes patio doors leading to a balcony with stunning mountain views. A third room can be used as an office, entertainment space, or extra bedroom, with a sizable bathroom featuring a bathtub rounding out this floor.Guest Lodge (Rental Accommodation):The Guest Lodge offers an open-plan kitchen and living room downstairs, leading to a private pool and garden area via patio doors.Upstairs, your guests will enjoy two cozy bedrooms, ensuring a restful stay.Step outside to a large heated swimming pool, a BBQ area with pizza oven, cooking facilities, a gazebo, and an alfresco dining space. The expansive garden, home to a variety of fruit trees, extends down to the riverbank, providing private access to the serene riverside – a perfect spot for quiet reflection or entertaining guests by the water.Location:Situated in a peaceful village on the outskirts of Penela, the property is just a 3-minute drive from local supermarkets and cafés, and only 7 minutes from the charming town of Penela. Coimbra, Portugal’s third-largest city, is a mere 20-minute drive away, while Porto is 1.5 hours and Lisbon about 2 hours. The coastal town of Figueira da Foz is just 45 minutes away, offering quick access to stunning beaches.