Pousaflores, Leiria

Property DescriptionMain house rated A+ energy certificationConnected to mains electricConnected to mains waterModern soak away septic tankGround floor accommodation:Spacious main entrance hallway.Stylish open-plan lounge, kitchen and dining space, flooded with natural light from large windows and patio doors, offering stunning views over the property's garden and beyond.Bedroom with garden view, currently used as gym.Bathroom with walk-in shower enclosure.Fan-ventilated utility laundry room with independent outside access, also housing the hot water tank, underfloor heating/cooling equipment and controls for the photovoltaic system.1st floor accommodation:Spacious staircase landing, with access to the west facing balcony where one can watch spectacular undisturbed sunset views; indoor seating area to enjoy the views comfortably in the winter.Principal suite comprising: large bedroom with patio door to balcony, extensive built-in closet, and en-suite bathroom with Japanese-style bathtub and separate walk-in shower. Second bedroom suite comprising: bedroom with patio door and Juliette balcony, generous walk-through closet, and en-suite bathroom with walk-in shower.Separate 4th bedroom, currently used as a textile studio.Main house technical specifications:Fully insulated and fan-ventilated.Fully double-glazed.Security doors at main entrance and utility room.Thermostatically zone-controlled, underfloor heating/cooling powered by air-source heat pump.6 photovoltaic solar panels.300-litre hot water cylinder with solar thermal panels and electrical immersion heater.Fully equipped kitchen with quality double oven, dishwasher, large induction hob, double sink, built-in fridge freezer, externally-vented extractor hood.Stylish wood-burning fire in the lounge.First annex:Single-storey building located next to the parking area, with independent access.Open studio space, currently used as an office.Generous double-glazed patio door opening onto one of the two eiras (threshing circles) on the property, with west-facing views over the garden.Electrically-operated window shutters.Fully insulated and fan-ventilated.Heating and cooling air-con unit.Separate large insulated and ventilated storage room behind the studio, with security door.Tiled flooring throughout.Second annex:Two-storey building in the lower part of the garden with gated vehicular access from the travessa, allowing tractor access to the lower part of the garden. Separate parking area next to the workshop.Ground floor: fan-ventilated studio space with triple aspect high-level windows and independent access via security door. Potential to develop a patio area on the eira (threshing circle) adjoining the building.First floor: fully-insulated, fan-ventilated studio space with independent access via security door. Dual aspect north- and east-facing windows give fantastic light throughout the day.Heating and cooling air-con unit on first floor.Tiled flooring throughout.Outside space:The property has a walled and fenced front garden courtyard with raised beds for decorative flowers and plants (in development). Large rainwater collection tanks, one at the house and one at the first annex, are perfect for irrigation. The main part of the garden retains the original stone terraces. As well as the two vehicular access gates, there is also a pedestrian gate to the lower part of the land, ideal for access to the second annex.Covered parking area for up to 3 cars between the house and the first annex, with gated access to the main garden area suitable for tractor access to the upper parts of the garden.The garden contains many olive trees, some of significant age, as well as a small number of fruit trees.Location:The property offers comfortable modern living in a peaceful environment, surrounded by stunning views and walking trails, perfect for hiking straight from your front door.Situated in a protected area, no more new buildings will be permitted around it.Useful distances:There is a caf-bar only 500m and a 5-minute walk from the property. Ansio at 6.2 km (8 minutes) is the closest town, and has all modern amenities including a health centre, supermarkets, schools, library and swimming pool.Pombal - 24 km (27 minutes)Coimbra - 50 km (40 minutes)Tomar - 47 km (40 minutes)The coast - from 55 km (50 minutes)Lisbon and Porto airports - both around 180 km (1h 40 minutes). Energy Rating: A+ #ref:529/25