Beira Litoral, Colmeal, Portugal

Property summary

OFFERS IN EXCESS OF 250,000€

This off-grid property in Cadafaz, Gois, Coimbra, offers a unique blend of sustainable living and natural beauty, featuring a charming stone house with panoramic valley views, multiple bedrooms and an open-plan kitchen with traditional wood-fired Rayburn Regent stove. Surrounded by 900m² of unspoilt woodland, multiple water sources and extensive gardens with many fruit trees and ideal vegetable patches , it provides complete energy independence through hydro and solar systems, along with eco-friendly infrastructure like compost toilets and grey-water systems. Additional structures, such as a Turkic yurt, treehouse, and outdoor kitchen, enhance its appeal as a tranquil retreat for nature lovers seeking privacy and self-sufficiency just a short drive from local amenities in Cabreira, Gois, and Coimbra. Fast speed internet.


Main Features


Main House - 70m2

- Modern eco-build , faced with local stone. Chestnut logs support wooden ceiling , fully insulated tin roof.
- Mezzanine bedrooms on the upper levels
- Bedroom on lower terrace level with additional woodburner (own access)
- Additional bedroom on upper level with separate access and balcony. Installation for a second bathroom facility adjoining.
-Open-plan kitchen with wood-fired Rayburn Regent Stove ( heat / cooking ) designed with thermal mass technology to hold heat for days .
- Cosy living area with full height, south facing double-glazed windows
- Bathroom with rolltop bathtub
- Earth-ship design with south, east, and west-facing orientation, ensuring natural light and thermal comfort all year round.


Outbuildings and Additional Spaces:

- 5m Turkic Yurt with insulated wooden floor. Hand-made in Portugal from local mimosa wood and chestnut. Situated on its own secluded terrace, ideal as a creative studio or guest accommodation
- Woodshed and Tool Shed
- 2x Compost toilets with washing facilities
- Outdoor solar / gas powered shower
- The Hub - Chestnut and Eucalyptus structure with insulated slate roof. This outside covered terrace is a fully functional Kitchen / Dining area with additional wood burner . Ideal for social gatherings, be it personal or business purposes. Can be used all year round with canvas sides which can be rolled down.
- tree house and oversized swing


Sustainability & Infrastructure:

- Greywater and blackwater systems
- 100% off-grid property with hydro and solar power system for electricity all year round
- Two water mines, one rock filtered spring
- Spring water gravity fed directly into the house pure, fresh, and drinkable
- Easy to manage gravity-fed irrigation system for all terraces
- 2 Natural fontes / plunge pool areas with waterfalls in winter months .


Land & Agriculture:

- Total area of 900m2
- 3 large productive levelled terraces with fertile soil ideal for food self-sufficiency
- Food forest with over 200 trees and shrubs (fruits, nuts, berries, etc.) 5 mature walnut trees that can produce an outstanding 150kg harvest
- Multiple cultivated terraces
- abundance and all year water availability


Location:

- Just 5 minutes drive from Cabreira with a cafe, village shop, outstanding river beaches and hiking trails
- 15 minutes to popular tourist town of Gois with restaurants, supermarkets, banks, schools, pharmacy, medical centre, more river beaches etc
- 40 minutes to Lousã
- 55 minutes to city of Coimbra
- Small, friendly and welcoming local community.


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A Life in Harmony with Nature

This special property offers privacy, panoramic views, immersion in nature and complete energy independence. Ideal for those seeking to live cost effectively and sustainably, grow their own food and enjoy the peace of the mountains without compromising on comfort and modern lifestyle.

A rare and true hidden gem, ready to welcome new caretakers.


Get in touch today to schedule a viewing and discover this slice of paradise in Gois!
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