Lisbon, Alenquer, Portugal

Two-Bedroom House with Soul and Roots in Montegil, Alenquer

Amidst rolling hills, centuries-old vineyards, and the scent of mature fig trees, stands this typical Portuguese home—where time seems to pass slowly and every stone holds a story.

Montegil is one of those villages that still preserves the simple rituals of country life: the distant sound of bells at dusk, neighbors exchanging fresh vegetables at the door, the smell of warm bread from the communal oven, and the generous shade of walnut trees in the summer. Here, tranquility is a heritage.

The house, with its traditional design and genuine soul, has been partially renovated, preserving its rustic charm and opening space for the creativity of its residents.
Spread over two floors, it features two cozy bedrooms, two kitchens (one with an antique fireplace—the heart of the house), and several rooms with enormous potential for adaptation: from a study for teleworking to a reading room facing the sunset.

Outside, a sunny patio invites long al fresco lunches, surrounded by pots and climbing plants. Just beyond is the old wine press, a testament to the days when the house wine was made—a space with soul and history, perfect for transforming into a studio, a tasting room, or simply preserving as a relic of the past.

The well, still present, evokes the authentic luxury of self-sufficiency—a source of freshness and life that nourishes the land.

The attic, with its separate entrance, invites imagination: a retreat overlooking the landscape, an artist's studio, or perhaps a small studio with direct access to nature.
And, for those dreaming of a summer retreat, the land offers space for a panoramic pool, an organic vegetable garden, or a Mediterranean fruit orchard. Fruit trees already dot the grounds—fig trees, loquat trees, and an old walnut grove that seems to hold memories spanning generations.

The garage complements the ensemble, practical and discreet, blending into the front of the house with a wooden gate, as if it had always been part of the landscape.

Here, time slows down.
Montegil is the place where grapes are still picked in the late afternoon, stories are shared at the door, and the wind can be heard rushing through the vines.
This house is more than just a home—it is a living piece of Portuguese tradition, awaiting a new chapter written with the same authenticity and soul that shaped its past.
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