Oporto, Marco de Canaveses, Portugal

With approximately 4,500 m² of land, this property benefits from an elevated position that offers panoramic views of approximately 220 degrees of the surrounding landscape and the Douro River. The privileged sunlight exposure allows enjoying natural light throughout almost the entire day, extending into the summer months until about 8:30 PM. Despite the tranquil and absolutely private surroundings, the property has excellent accessibility, ensuring a quick and efficient connection to Porto, Marco de Canaveses, and the region's main urban centers. This strategic proximity allows for privacy and contact with nature, combined with the convenience of easy access to services, commerce, highways, and the main points of interest of the Douro Valley. Just about 3 minutes away, there is also a dock on the Douro River, which reinforces the privileged connection to the river and adds a unique dimension of leisure and river mobility to the property.

The property includes two independent residences and a ruin of 106m2 with potential for expansion, creating various possibilities for use, whether for permanent residence, second home, holiday rental, or tourism exploitation.

The main house is undergoing renovation and is spread over two floors. It includes a kitchen equipped with natural stone finishes, a traditional fireplace, laundry, closet, and various thoughtfully designed spaces for everyday comfort. The high-quality glazed openings contribute to thermal efficiency and a strong visual connection to the natural surroundings and the pool, allowing the landscape to be part of the daily experience.

The second residence, known as "Glória," is a stone house of T1 typology, built with double walls and thermal insulation. Facing south, it benefits from excellent sunlight exposure throughout the year and includes a kitchen and living room in open plan with air conditioning, a bedroom, and a sanitary installation. Its independent layout makes it particularly suitable for hosting guests or tourism exploitation.

Both benefit from insulation, air conditioning, and fiber optic internet connection.

Additionally, there is a stone ruin with significant potential for enhancement. Located in an upper plane of the property, it possesses a privileged position that allows enjoying panoramic views of the Douro River and the entire natural surroundings. Its setting provides particularly interesting conditions for a reconstruction project and possible expansion, enabling the creation of a new housing unit, charming tourist accommodation, or exclusive leisure space. The elevated location enhances a unique perspective on the Duriense landscape, constituting one of the most distinctive assets of the property.

Outside, the property features a carefully developed environment. The stone walls have been entirely renovated, preserving the traditional character of the region, while the paved areas and access routes have also been renewed, providing greater functionality, comfort, and a harmonious appearance throughout the property.

The gardens and leisure areas are meticulously maintained and equipped with automatic irrigation systems. Water supply is secured by its own well with permanent availability throughout the year, enabling the entire green environment to be maintained even during the driest months.

The leisure area includes a pool equipped with an automatic cleaning robot and water treatment system using chlorine, ensuring efficient maintenance and high water quality standards. The outdoor lighting allows enjoyment of the exterior spaces after sunset, creating a particularly pleasant environment for socializing and relaxation. The surveillance system with two solar cameras enables remote monitoring via mobile phone, enhancing the property's security.

The land also includes a diverse set of tree and ornamental species, including 14 lemon trees, 2 orange trees, 1 tangerine tree, 1 apple tree, 1 cherry tree, 3 olive trees, 6 palm trees, and a hundred-year-old camellia, providing character, privacy, and a strong connection to nature.

Regarding infrastructure, the property has three independent septic tanks, two separate access entrances, an outdoor lighting network, and various solutions that allow comfortable use year-round.

The garage was designed for multifunctional use, offering space for three vehicles, storage area, and small workshop. It is equipped with an automatic door, a complete sanitary installation with shower and WC, as well as a drainage system, particularly relevant for owners of boats, jet skis, or recreational vehicles.

In a region where demand for authentic lodging experiences continues to grow, driven by the increasing international notoriety of the Douro and the development of nature and wine tourism, this property combines features that allow private use with rental potential.

Located in one of the most privileged areas of the Douro Valley, this property benefits from a truly unique setting. The Alto Douro Vinhateiro region, classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2001, is internationally recognized for the extraordinary combination of heritage, nature, and vinicultural tradition. As a result of centuries of human intervention in shaping the slopes along the river, this cultural landscape is considered one of the most beautiful and authentic in Europe. In this context, the property offers not just a property but the opportunity to join an internationally prestigious territory, where exclusivity, authenticity, and quality of life combine with a tourist potential increasingly valued by the national and international markets.