São João da Pesqueira, Viseu

Identificao do imvel: ZMPT577021 3-Bedroom House in Paredes da Beira Located in Paredes da Beira, a Portuguese parish in the municipality of So Joo da Pesqueira, district of Viseu, in the North region of Portugal, part of the Douro sub-region. The house comprises two floors: - First Floor: Living room, kitchen with pantry, and one bedroom. - Second Floor: Hallway; on the left, a spacious bedroom; on the right, a full bathroom with shower, a second bedroom, and a large, pleasant balcony offering a fantastic view. Location - Region: North - District: Viseu - Municipality: So Joo da Pesqueira Situated in the mountainous area of the Serra de Leomil, featuring landscapes typical of the Douro interior. History Paredes da Beira has ancient origins, with evidence of human occupation since the pre-Roman period. However, it gained prominence during the Middle Ages: - Ancient Charter: Received a charter from King Afonso Henriques, the first king of Portugal, in 1160. - Medieval Importance: Served as a municipal seat until 1834, with its own council, pillory (still existing), and judge. - Order of Malta: Had ties to the Order of Malta, which owned properties and held ecclesiastical influence in the area. - Administrative Decline: In 1836, following Portugal's administrative reorganization, it was integrated into the municipality of So Joo da Pesqueira. Attractions and Sites Despite its small size, Paredes da Beira boasts several historical and natural points of interest: - Pillory of Paredes da Beira: A public interest monument and symbol of former municipal autonomy. - Main Church: An ancient church with architectural elements from the 16th17th centuries, possibly linked to the Order of Malta. - Chapels and Wayside Crosses: Several chapels scattered throughout the parish, some of very old construction. The parish cross is also a traditional landmark. - Natural Landscape: Located in a mountainous area with views over the Douro and deep valleys. Offers hiking trails, nature, and tranquility. - Rural Heritage: Traditional granite houses, fountains, wine presses, and granaries. Culture and Local Life The village primarily relies on agriculture, livestock, and small local productions. It also produces wine, being within the Douro region. Religious festivals remain significant to the community. A local legend and expression reflect the village's defensive system and location, with inhabitants referring to Paredes da Beira as the city of the sun and the seven castles, an expression now enshrined in the heraldic arrangement approved for the parish. 3 reasons to buy with Zome: Constantly accompanied With the best training and experience in the real estate market, Zomes agents are fully dedicated to providing you with the best assistance, guiding you with full confidence in the right direction to meet your needs and ambitions. From here onwards we will create a close relationship and carefully listen to your expectations, because our priority is your happiness! Because it is important that you feel you are being accompanied, and that we will be with you every step of the way. Simpler Zomes agents are given unique training on the market, based on practical experience sharing between professionals and strengthened by applied neuroscientific knowledge that allows them to simplify and make their real-estate experience more effective. Forget about bureaucratic nightmares because with Zome you have the total support of an experienced and multiskilled team that gives you practical support in all the essential aspects, so that your real estate experience exceeds your expectations. Happier Rid yourself of your worries and earn the quality time you need to do whatever makes you happier. We work every day to bring added value to your life by giving you the reliable advice you need, so that together we can achieve the best results. With Zome you will never feel lost or unaccompanied and you will gain something that is priceless: your complete peace of mind! That is how you will feel throughout the whole experience: Calm, secure, comfortable and... HAPPY! Notes: 1. If you are a real estate agent, this property is available for business sharing. Do not hesitate to show it to your customers and talk to us to book a visit. 2. To make it easier to identify this property, please quote the respective ZMPT ID or the respective agent that sent you the suggestion