Herdade da Saudade | A Farm Retreat in Alentejo, Portugal

Located just one hour south of Lisbon and 20 minutes from the historic city of Évora, Herdade da Saudade is a rare 300-hectare estate immersed in the quiet majesty of the Alentejo countryside. This extraordinary property merges ecological integrity, equestrian heritage, and visionary hospitality into a singular offering with immense potential.

Originally restored by a nomadic family devoted to horses, the estate is now a fully licensed Ecological Agrotourism destination with the possibility to convert into a Rural Hotel.

The property includes 419 sqm of built living space, with equestrian facilities spanning 446 m² and encompassing three horse training arenas, stables, and a tack room. Casa Equus, a 150 m² home, offers four generous suites and relaxed outdoor living. The unique Safari Cabañas Camp features eco-lodges with two bedrooms and one bathroom, designed for sustainable comfort.

Social spaces bring the estate to life, with a 60 sqm open lounge, a 20 sqm bar, and a kitchen and BBQ area perfect for gatherings. Two swimming pools, including a round salted pool with a deck, invite relaxation amid the surrounding nature. Water is abundant, with five lakes, one pond, and a 4-hectare solar-powered reservoir feeding the estate’s irrigation system.

Agricultural features include a 3,000 sqm organic permaculture garden, a 5,000 sqm fenced animal farm, and operational breeding facilities for cattle and horses. The estate’s development potential is equally remarkable, with three main zones:

– Monte do Cima (25 ha): 400 sqm of ruins with open panoramic views
– Santa Rita – Aura (25 ha): 350 sqm of ruins embraced by natural serenity
– Family House – Saudade (250 ha core): 1,500 sqm of ruins at the center of the Equus Center

Offering scale, beauty, and soul, Herdade da Saudade stands as a once-in-a-generation opportunity to shape a destination defined by purpose, peace, and potential.
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