Description
A bit of history: Milfontes Castle was already a fortress in the time of the Carthaginians. When the Romans occupied the Iberian Peninsula, they turned the fortress into a fort. At the departure of the Romans the Castle was taken by the Arabs or Moors who rebuilt it. In 1204 it was taken to the Moors by Bishop D. Soeiro with the aid of the Crusaders, being offered to the order of São Tiago. Little by little it was degrading. The village was targeted by the Algerian pirates, who raided the site several times. It was completely rebuilt in 1590 during the first part of the Spanish occupation. The parts of the walls that are now seen date from this period. When the Pirates gave up their attacks, it became unnecessary to take defence measures and again the time took charge of turning the fortress into ruins. In 1906 it was sold at auction by the Government and belonged to three different owners. In 1939 it was acquired in a state of complete ruin by Dom Luís de Castro e Almeida, who restored it over the years in its current draft. From 1959 he began to receive "paying guests" with whom he shared his motto "Living without friends is not living". The family of the heirs of this motto eternalises the tradition of welcome and hospitality in a frame renovated in 1998. We present the unique opportunity to acquire a historical monument of rare beauty and incomparable charm, located by the sea. This imposing property, with three floors carefully restored, offers the perfect balance between history and modern comfort, making it a true architectural treasure. The access to the fort is through a lifting bridge and an imposing entrance hall that welcomes with elegance, on the left side there is the spacious and functional kitchen. On the right side we have access to a private area and the moat that gives access to the garden. At the end of the hall we have direct access to the terrace and on the right side we will enter the dining room with fireplace, then we have access to the living room also with fireplace, ideal for moments of relaxation, and we also have a bar for moments of conviviality with direct access also to the terrace. This floor has a full private bathroom. The terrace comprises a winter garden and a closed balcony, providing a relaxing and private comfortable outdoor space to enjoy at any time of the year. On the second floor, there are five luxurious bedrooms, including a suite, all with sea views. Each bedroom has its own bathroom, ensuring privacy and comfort. On the third floor, we can count on two breathtaking master suites, each with a private terrace. The communal terrace offers panoramic views to the horizon, where the blue sea merges with the sky. There is also a private area with multiple divisions, including additional rooms and bedrooms and also an interior terrace, this area was used by the Castle staff. Outside, the garden that surrounds the walls of the fort creates a green oasis that complements the serenity of the place. Access to the fort is made by a lift bridge that maintains its historical draft. Each room of this monument offers magnificent views of the sea, forming a blue horizon that stretches as far as the eye can see. This is more than a simple property, it is a piece of history where the past and the present coexist harmoniously, providing an unparalleled lifestyle. Porta da Frente Christie’s is a real estate agency that has been operating in the market for more than two decades. Its focus lays on the highest quality houses and developments, not only in the selling market, but also in the renting market. The company was elected by the prestigious brand Christie’s International Real Estate to represent Portugal in the areas of Lisbon, Cascais, Oeiras and Alentejo. The main purpose of Porta da Frente Christie’s is to offer a top-notch service to our customers. (IN-PF34232)
