Algarve, Marmelete, Portugal
- PROPERTY TYPE
Land
- SIZE
434,862 sq ft
40,400 sq m
Description
Your off-grid paradise with fresh drinking water, cork income, and Starlink Internet.
Perched above a peaceful valley just 5 minutes from Marmelete, 15 minutes from Aljezur, and 40min from Lagos & it’s golden beaches, this 4-hectare property blends self-sufficiency with off-grid comfort.
Key Features
Land & Nature:
• 4 hectares divided into 5 flat terraces — privacy & space for gardens, retreats, or events
• Rich vegetation: cork oaks (≈ €3,000 harvest every 9 years), medronho, olives, nesperas, and very few eucalyptus (rare in the area)
• Seasonal river + natural microclimate — fertile soil ideal for agriculture
Water & Energy:
• Private water spring with an automated pumping system feeding two ponds (≈ 4,000L)
• Solar system (expandable) + Starlink high-speed internet (€40/month)
• Gravity-fed irrigation garden already in place
Living Structures:
• 12m² cob house at the top terrace with stunning valley views
• Wood burner for cozy winters
• Outdoor kitchen + shower structure + 2 compost toilets
• 5×5 m tent for storage
• Parking area for guests
Lifestyle & Location:
• Endless hiking roads and trails
• Peaceful hills with very few neighbors — but easy access (1.2 km from the main road)
• 30–45 min to beaches, surf, and Lagos city life
Why This Property?
Income potential from cork harvest
Off-grid ready: solar + water spring + Starlink internet
Event/retreat friendly: multiple terraces, shade trees, microclimate
Escape + access: hidden in the hills yet close to Marmelete, Aljezur & Lagos
This is more than land. It’s a sustainable lifestyle opportunity in the heart of the Algarve countryside.
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Algarve, Marmelete, Portugal
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Distances are straight line measurements- Faro(International)44.3 miles
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