Charming Two-Bed Country House with Plunge Pool in Algarve
€265,000
Villa in Santa Catarina de Fonte do Bispo, Eastern Algarve, Eastern Algarve, PT
- 2 bed
- 1 bath
- 97 m²
- house
The Habio take
AI summaryThis traditional country house features a plunge pool and beautifully updated interiors, located in the serene hamlet of Santa Catarina de Fonte do Bispo. Set amidst the stunning landscapes of the Eastern Algarve, it offers a tranquil retreat while remaining conveniently close to Tavira and Faro Airport.
- countryside
- family
- retirement
- garden
- quiet
Highlights
- Two double bedrooms
- Updated kitchen and bathroom
- Plunge pool with waterfall feature
- Multiple outdoor terraces for alfresco dining
- Fully furnished and in good condition
Worth knowing
- Rural location may require a car for daily errands
- Last 1.8 km is on a good track road
- Mains water sourced from a well
Good fit for: Ideal for those seeking a peaceful, countryside lifestyle with charming traditional features.
Lifestyle scores
- Beach
- 40
- Walkable
- 30
- Remote work
- 55
- Family
- 70
- Retirement
- 75
- Airport access
- 60
- Investment
- 65
- Luxury
- 50
- Value
- 70
About this place
Plot: approx. 1051 m2 Construction: approx. 97 m2, Built: before 1951 Description: Country style property located in a small hamlet just north of Santa Catarina. The current owner has made some major updates in the property such us replacing all the floor to tiles, new window frames with double glazing, all the doors inside were replaced in addition to a new kitchen and bathroom. The property consists of a living room with an integrated dining area, a fully fitted and equipped kitchen with a traditional build-in oven. There are two double bedrooms sharing a family bathroom with bath and shower. This lovely property is in good condition and has decorative natural stone walls and typical Quinta style qualities such as high wooden ceilings and thick walls. Access from the kitchen and one of the bedrooms onto a south/east facing terrace with a BBQ area; ideal for that all important Alfresco Dining. Adjacent to the terrace there is a water tank which has been converted into a plunge pool with a small waterfall with ambient water running through it. There is an additional outdoor terrace, following up the cobblestone stairs, in the style of a wind rose. From this terrace, you can take in the breathtaking sunsets that the Algarve is renowned for. The property benefits from high ceilings, Santa Catarina tiles, natural stone window frames, new double glass windows, aluminum shutters, various terraces, plunge pool and a storage area ideal for a work shop. The property is sold fully furnished. Access to the property by tarmac road, last 1.8km good track. Mains electricity, water from a well and septic tank/soak away drainage. Distances: Santa Catarina: 9.5 km; Faro airport: 40 km; Tavira centre: 16 km; Beach: 19 km; Golf: 20 km. Details: * new double glass windows * countryside location * close to Santa Catarina * 2 bedrooms * 1 family bathroom * new floor Santa Catarina tiles * sunny terraces * decorative natural stone walls * Energy certificate class F.
Buying property in Portugal
Full guide →Portugal is open to foreign buyers with no restrictions on ownership. A NIF (tax number) and Portuguese bank account are required, and most buyers engage an independent lawyer to handle searches, contracts, and the public deed.
The buying process
- 1
Get a NIF
Apply for a Portuguese tax number (Número de Identificação Fiscal). Non-EU residents need a fiscal representative.
- 2
Open a bank account
Open a local account to handle the deposit, taxes, and ongoing utility payments.
- 3
Engage a lawyer
Hire an independent lawyer (not the seller's) to run title and planning searches.
- 4
Sign the CPCV
Promissory contract (Contrato de Promessa de Compra e Venda) with a deposit, typically 10–30%.
- 5
Final searches & funds
Lawyer confirms clean title; you transfer the balance and pay IMT and stamp duty before completion.
- 6
Escritura (deed)
Sign the public deed at a notary or via online platform Casa Pronta. Keys handed over.
- 7
Register the property
Lawyer registers the new ownership at the Land Registry (Conservatória do Registo Predial).
- NIF (tax number)
- Portuguese bank account
- Passport / ID
- Fiscal representative(optional)
Required for non-EU/EEA residents
The Golden Visa programme no longer accepts residential real estate as a qualifying investment (changed 2023). Mortgages are available to non-residents, typically up to 60–70% LTV.
General guidance only — confirm specifics with a qualified local lawyer or tax adviser. Reference
