WHY PORTUGAL NOW 23 - ALENTEJO

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Today, we will be talking about one of the many (forgotten) paradises of Portugal: Alentejo. We will mainly approach the reasons why you should consider living in Alentejo, some of the best things to see, to do and to taste in Alentejo.

Depending on the region you live in Portugal, you may find that your daily routine may vary. The land, the weather, the people, the food, transportation, access, and many other factors have a great influence in our day-to-day life.

Living in Alentejo is no different. There are a lot of things that make Alentejo very special. Some people really love Alentejo, while others will not consider spending more than a week in the region. however the Alentejo is one of the best investment places in Portugal, especially for those who want to get a Golden Visa.

Discover through these pages of WHY PORTUGAL NOW a little of this unique paradise.

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The most famous are in the Algarve.

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However, Alentejo extends from the interior to the ocean, with the coastal zone having a less cold climate in the winter period

ABOUT THE WEATHER IN ALENTEJO We admit that living in Alentejo may not be for everyone. If you are one of those people who really likes the concrete jungle, then you should consider living in Lisbon, living in Porto or other bigger cities.

However, the distance to Lisbon can range up to just over two hours of driving.

But, if on the other hand, you really enjoy being in complete peace, in the middle of nature, with not much going on, and having all the time in the world for your own thoughts, living in Alentejo may be a great option.

MONTEMOR-O-NOV 12 ROOMS 7 BEDROOMS 12 BATHROOMS LAND 60 000 m2 1 300 m² / 13 993 sq ft

PRICE € 3 500.000 / $ 4 200.000

VO This stunning Farmhouse is located less than one hour from Lisbon, and 20 minutes from Évora. The property offers the perfect combination for those looking for the countryside pace and setting with easy and convenient access to a cosmopolitan and trendy city like Lisbon. The views from the property are magical, over the town, the castle, and over cork oak trees and pastureland that extend as far as the eye can see. The farmhouse offers 6 en suite bedrooms and several spacious social areas, to entertain and to host friends, and a fully independent loft.

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EVORA

49 252 habitants This crumbling, sleepy town might be most famous for its fantastically preserved Roman temple, but its historic centre has stories from every era. Home to Portugal’s kings in the 15th century, its features have been sculpted by Celts, Visigoths, Lusitanians and Moors. There you can discover ornate buildings like the dainty azulejo-tiled Igreja dos Lóios, or the eerie bones and skulls lining the Church of St Francis. Along with Elvas, it’s one of a handful of Portuguese towns designated as a Unesco World Heritage site.

BEJA

23 400 habitants The main city of Baixo Alentejo, is a quiet and welcoming city. Has existed ever since the Celts and, after many battles and historical milestones, the city has become a popular spot. Despite having a beautiful walled centre and fascinating places within walking distance, it does not have many tourists. Its picturesque squares, good restaurants and inexpensive lodging make it an ideal combination for a purely Portuguese experience. In is Castle, you can find the tallest tower in the Iberian Peninsula.

ELVAS

17 625 habitants The biggest fortified city in Europe is a faded beauty, and well worth the two-hour road trip east from Lisbon. History buffs will love the unvarnished, crenellated castle, while romantics will lap up the pretty white-and-peach alleys that branch off of it. Stumble upon fondant-fancy mansions and churches trimming the city squares, as well as fabulous viewpoints from the city walls. There are spectacular historic sites just minutes from the historic centre, too. The fourtiered Amoreira Aqueduct or the immaculately star-shaped city walls of the Fort of Nossa Senhora da Graça.

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CASTELO DE VIDE 21 ROOMS 13 BEDROOMS 10 BATHROOM LAND 200 000 m2 689 m² / 7 416 sq ft

PRICE € 2 550 000 / $ 3 060 200

This magnificent property develops agricultural activity, in traditional Olive Grove, Vineyard, Orchard, Oak prodution, Apiary and Plant Nursery. In the Agro Industrial sector, we can find distillery of Aromatic Plants, and traditional olive oil mill. In the Agro Turistic sector, it offers a hotel unit, belonging to the category of Hotel in rural space, with 4 stars. To be able to live on the property, offers one other villa. All agricultural and agro-industrial activities are in organic production mode, having the certifications legally required for this purpose issued by the Portuguese State, in accordance with EU rules

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WHY INVEST IN REAL ESTATE IN ALENTEJO

This vast region has a lot of advantages.

The climate is warm and dry in the summer. Rain is quite rare in the summer months. Winters are milder, with some rain — so you get golden plains in the summer, and green plains in the winter.

Good infrastructure, easy driving, and no crowds. The region also has a lower cost of living than the bigger cities — with easy access to beaches, rivers, cycling, hiking and the outdoors.

The Alentejo offers great options such as a townhouse or a rural farm. The options run from a sweet little house in the center of a historic town or walled village, to a Monte, a traditional farm, set in the middle of cork forest and with a pool.

Currently there are four main train lines to the Alentejo, connecting to Évora, Beja and Santarém as well as Portalegre.

But, new plans call for expansion of rail service to Estremoz and Elvas, with an eventual link to Seville, Spain.

Healthcare is a big point for many, with Portugal’s excellent national health service open to all. While hospitals are only found in main cities, clinics are in smaller towns, including a lot of new private clinics and pharmacies offering affordable services.

The internet can be easy to access, with fiber networks reaching rural places with fast affordable service.

Get legal help. Portugal’s laws are quite different in terms of real estate, and a good Portuguese attorney will not only save you money, but help avoid problems in advance.

Start with an international firm that has local offices, as the level of service may be closer to what you expect at home.

REDONDO 2 ROOMS 10 BEDROOMS 1 BATHROOMS LAND 70 000 m2 1 182 m² / 12 722 sq ft

PRICE € 4 500.000 / $ 5 400.000

Property composed by a magnificent private villa with an infinity pool; a high-end small guest house with 10 independent suites with several social areas and a beautiful lounge and pool overlooking the mountain. - this estate has an unparallel potential for those wishing to live in retreat and at the same time to develop a hospitality/wellness project in an idyllic location.

It's relevant to add the possibility to build another 17 Villas and expand the construction area.

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The Alentejo coast stretches from the mouth of the River Sa Mar, already near the Algarve, and will surprise you for being s coastal area, with small havens of sun and beach, hospitab cuisine.

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MONSARAZ 23 ROOMS 10 BEDROOMS LAND 60 000 m2 1 000 m² / 10 763 sq ft

PRICE € 2.200.000 / $ 2.640.000

Monte do Laranjal is situated at the foothills of Monsaraz, a medieval town in the Alentejo region of Portugal near the border with Spain (16km from Reguengos de Monsaraz and a 40 minutes drive from Évora).

Monte do Laranjal consists of a main house and another attached house, with 3 more bedrooms, double living room, kitchen, bathroom and private garden. Also have a certified organic vegetable production, an orange grove and many fruit trees.

Alll this without resorting to chemicals.

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MOVING TO PORTUGAL Portugal looks the perfect place to retire to, move to, or just spend part of the year. The reasons are many: Portugal is the closest nation in Europe to the US. It has a very good medical system, with very affordable private insurance. The cost of living is quite affordable, and the crime rate is exceptionally low. Infrastructure, such as water treatment plants, road and rail and food standards exceed those in the US.

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Retiring to Portugal is rather simple; you can go to the consulate to apply for residency. You can get a temporary residence permit for five years; after this, you are free to apply for permanent residence.

The Alentejo region is the example of one of the best places to choose to settle with tranquility, safety and quality of life

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GRÂNDOLA 3 ROOMS 2 BEDROOMS 2 BATHROOMS 65 sq m / 699 sq ft

PRICE € 340.000 / $ 346 800

The duplex villas are composed by a generously sized open kitchen & dining area. In the upper floor, the villa offers a two bedrooms and a spacious bathroom. Large windows, comfortable furniture, mid-century pieces, the cotton, the linen, the wood and the stone materials are widely used inside for the decoration and furniture staging. The open area offers a large space to comfortably environment to work and spend time together with family and friends.

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It's all about oranges…

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Middle Ages, when fortifications and a castle, which was built by King t town to develop.

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to the royal Riding School, and its horses are the finest in the land. It ch was owned by the crown. Today, these wonderful animals are happy ride or an equine adventure in this proud and welcoming place.

ÉVORA 1 ROOM HOTEL

PRICE € 280.000 / $ 336.000

The Misericordia building was a palace built in the 15th century. The intervention in the building is mainly to preserve and rehabilitate the history left in the stones, the arches, and thpaintings. Investment of 280.000 euros for a 4% Share - with 3% yield (annual income guaranteed). Only 22 units are available. The Golden Visa eligibility, the 3% guaranteed yield, alongside the unique location and capital appreciation potential of what will become an iconic luxury hotel in the region makes this project a very compelling and unique investment option.

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Food in Alentejo Everywhere in Portugal, no matter the region, you will always eat great food. The gastronomy in Portugal is simply amazing and it has great variety and much to offer.

In Alentejo, one might say the food is even more special. You will find some dishes that are unique and delicious.

Traditional Alentejo cuisine is based on the inescapable pork, whose distinct taste is often influenced by their cork tree acorn diet, lamb and bread.

The main ingredients are added local spices that grow freely in the plains and near the streams.

Or they are cultivated in the gardens and fields and then simply harvest or use ancestral techniques of, for example, production of Alentejo as olive oil.

Among many other dishes, Alentejo gastronomy is immediately identified in "açordas" or bread soups. They consist of simple but tasty broths in which one dips the Alentejo bread to give body.

To eat before, during or after we can not forget the cured cheeses, sausages, olives, ham,...

The desserts will seek recipes to the convent tradition, where the sweets are made from eggs, almonds and gila.

Stand out the "pão de rala", "encharcadas" and "barrigas de freira", (the bellies of nun).

ÉVORA 6 BEDROOMS 3 BATHROOMS Lot 19 784 sq ft 645 m² / 6 942,00 sq ft

PRICE € 2 150.000 / $ 2 193.000

Gracefully remade, with all the modern comforts and the necessary technology, this singular Estate, comprised of 2 villas and 6 suites and a Fly Camping capsule. A palm shaded large pool, guarded by a cacti garden and olive trees, fountains and a lake are all comprised within the property.

Formerly a family home and farm, it sits on two hectares of land.

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ALENTEJO WHERE YOU SHOULD CONSIDER INVESTING FOR

With regard to real estate investment, after the changes introduced in January 2022, the acquisition of real estate will only be eligible for the purposes of obtaining golden visa in the event that they are located in the territories of:

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the inland areas of low population density or the autonomous regions of the Azores and Madeira

Here is the list of the municipalities covered: Alto Alentejo Alter do Chão, Arronches, Avis Campo Maior, Castelo de Vide, Crato Elvas, Fronteira, Gavião Marvão, Monforte, Nisa Ponte de Sor, Portalegre, Sousel Alentejo Central Alandroal, Arraiolos, Borba, Estremoz, Évora, Montemor-o-Novo, Mora, Mourão, Portel, Redondo, Reguengos de Monsaraz, Vendas Novas, Viana do Alentejo e Vila Viçosa.

Alentejo Litoral Alcácer do Sal, Grândola, Odemira e Santiago do Cacém.

Baixo Alentejo Aljustrel, Almodôvar, Alvito, Barrancos, Beja, Castro Verde, Cuba, Ferreira do Alentejo, Mértola, Moura, Ourique, Serpa e Vidigueira.

Abel Garrido is Area Manager for Lisbon of which are part of the most elegant and desired residential areas of the Portuguese Capital and its Region. From the Historic neighborhoods of Chiado, Lapa or Santos, from the Capital Of Lisbon, to the world-known areas of Cascais, Estoril or Sintra, passing through so many other areas where living is something very special in Portugal.

Abel Garrido began his career in the Real Estate Market in 2006, standing out for his careful, warm and rigorous service.

With it, it is possible to make the best sale deal or the best acquisition. He is always ready to satisfy your dream and need in Real Estate, being trust, efficiency and care in the details, the key words of his performance.

The Markting and Advertising he use are high-profile, enabling you to get the perfect transaction for the right amount.

With Abel you can communicate in English, French, Portuguese, Spanish or Italian, making dialogue and all communication easier.

With a whole career associated with the Luxury markets, he has a background as Interiors Architect and Interior Designer, having developed his activity in various places in Switzerland and In Paris where he lived. These capabilities allow a special look at any properties and their commercial or estectic potential.

Passionate about travel, different cultures and gastronomy, he is known for his culinary skills, and for the pleasure he has in welcoming friends. Sun, and beach are other passions of is life.

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