If you are looking for an opportunity to live a tranquil and peaceful life, with your own 250meters of river bank to swim in the summer months including fishing/canoeing or just enjoy a glass of wine, with the sound of running water from the river, being surrounded by trees and wildlife in abundance, with mother nature on your doorstep, then, look no further, this property could just for you, the property comes with a Ruin that is in need of total restoration, the property is surrounded by pine trees sweeping down to the banks of the river.
The house could be renovated, not only has a family home, but also for paying guest for additional income during the summer months, for fishing, bird watching, walking or just to enjoy the surrounding wildlife, with beautiful views of the surrounding countryside and to the mountain range beyond.
This could be an investment opportunity to develop an encampment for Yurts / Rustic Lodges for bespoke holidays. http://www.lakeview-yurt-retreat.com/theyurt.htm
Situated in a quiet location, down a lane and behind double gates, this property is in a secluded area, approximately five minutes from the Town of Avo and one hour drive from the City of Coimbra. The ski resorts of the Serra de Estrella mountain range are a 15 minute drive away from this lovely location.
Extensive renovation to the ruin is required, however when completed this would be a beautiful property in a lovely location, Imagine the opportunity to build your dream home, or holiday getaway, and have it set amongst pine trees, Set in total privacy and yet minutes from a host of local amenities.
The town of Avo In the heart of Central Portugal (Beiras), http://www.portugal-miradouro.net/avo/area
In a valley of the pretty Alva river, this is where you will find a range of shops, banks, restaurants, cafes, river beach and the market place.
The region is known for its green valley’s (olive trees, pine trees, fruit trees) in between many hills, surrounded by the Serra da Estrela Mountains, the Serra do Caramulo and Serra do Açor.
An ideal environment for people looking for nice walks, take a swim in one of the rivers, horseback-riding, or just enjoy the quiet every day village-life.
In Avô the river Alva and the Ribeira coming from Pomares come together in the center of the village and created a little island O Picoto. The island of Picoto, the little streets, the old houses, the ruins of the old castle and the river with its typical bridges, make Avô into a very picturesque nice little village you will not easily forget. A very popular place to swim for many local and foreign visitors in the summer.
Coimbra, Portugal's oldest city with the eldest university of Europe, a large selection of shops, shopping centre’s and attractions, is 60 minutes away.
Coast/Beach/Rivers - Atlantic beaches with miles of white sand and good seafood lunches are within driving distance. There is also a good choice of lake and river swimming nearby with much local investment being put into the development of national monument, (XISTO) villages totally created out of slate also river beaches and picnic areas.
The Area.,
Fraga da Pena
The village has a few small supermarkets, bars, restaurants, a post office, a health center and a bank with cash point.
Oliveira do Hospital (10 km) is the nearest bigger town with supermarkets etc.
The island of Picoto, the little streets, the old houses, the ruins of the old castle and the river with its typical bridges, make Avô into a very picturesque nice little village you will not easily forget.
In the region are many nice places to visit. Like as:
Coimbra: beautiful old town with the eldest university of Europe
Parc of Buçaco: parc with very special unique trees from all over the world. The parc has been created by monks, visiting the old monastery for centuries.
Piódão: national monument, village totally created out of slate.
Fraga da Pena, waterfalls, part of the national park Mata da Margaraça.
