Casa da Boavista

Property in central Portugal

Casa da Boavista

Yes, the building will require a great deal of work to make it habitable, but despite that, it provides an exceptional opportunity, at a very realistic price – an opportunity that is worth further exploration.

Located approximately halfway between Gois and the vibrant town of Lousa is a village property of useful size with a substantial garden. Although needing full renovation, the sensible valuation makes it a shrewd purchase for commercial interests seeking a well priced investment, or, the private buyer wanting an inexpensive older house to restore.

The footprint of the building is 120 m2, but, as the ground floor has always been used for storage and stabling, its conversion to dwelling space could double that living area to 240 m2, spread out over two storeys. Provision of covered parking would also be possible.

The extensive garden, laid down to grass, which is regularly cut, runs to 3000 m2 (three quarters of an acre/0.3 hectares).

Although in poor condition, the property has serious potential. Boa Vista means ‘Good View’ and it most certainly has that. Full services will be available; it is easily accessible, being on a well maintained road – a quiet spot, but not far from the necessities of modern life; supermarkets, schools and doctors are all within easy reach. It is a comfortable drive from the cities of Coimbra and Porto; just over an hour from the coast; Lisbon Airport is 2 hours away. Lousa, about 14 minutes by car, has excellent shopping, a fine choice of bars, restaurants, cafes and a great deal more – including two well equipped veterinary practices. Gois, same distance in the other direction, is a pretty little place with a wonderful River Beach and a good selection of venues where you can eat and drink.

This house is beautifully situated in an area now increasingly promoted to, and popular with, rural tourists. Restored, it will make a superb family home, but could undoubtedly be adapted to offer holiday accommodation – short stay or longer term, and so provide a second or full time business income.
Yes, the building will require a great deal of work to make it habitable, but despite that, it provides an exceptional opportunity, at a very realistic price – an opportunity that is worth further exploration.

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