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ECO homes for Sale in Central Portugal
Many properties advertised by us are suitable for envonmentally friendly, energy efficient, and low impact living.
Below is a selection of homes specifically designed for this purpose.
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Yurt Workshop Ger from 1,650 euros
Hand-crafted ger (yurts) made in Spain. High quality chestnut & oak frames, canvas covers & felt insulation plus many other accessories / options.
Sizes from 10' (3.05m) to 21' (6.4m) diameter.
ULT: Mongolian Yurts from 1,822 euros
Traditional Mongolian yurts specially designed and built to stand up to Portugal's climate. No planning permission required. Ideal low-impact living / guest or rental accommodation.
Yurts from 4m diameter (12.5m2 internal space) to a huge 16m diameter (201m2 internal space).
SAF6: Eco Plot 6,000 euros
Vila Nova de Poiares
Land on the edge of a small village near Vila Nova de Poiares. Perfect cheap little plot for yurt living, camper van park-up, etc.
1,000m2 (0.25 acre) flat cultivation land and 400m2 wooded land. Water well and small stream.
ANB9: Olivais 9,500 euros Under Offer
Castelo Branco
Lovely little plot for low-impact living. Store shed. Borehole, water tank and irrigation system. Ideal spot for solar power or mains electricity nearby.
2,750m2 with grape vines, fig, apricot, peach, orange, tangerine, plum, cork and olive trees.
ADH15-1: Lagar da Lomba 15,000 euros Under Offer
120m2 olive mill for restoration / conversion. Water & electricity to be reconnected.
250m2 land.
ANB15: Fonte Fria 15,000 euros SOLD
Castelo Branco
Plot of land ideal for smallholding/self-sufficiency/low-impact living. 2 natural springs. Great location for solar power. Mains water and electric nearby.
8,200m2 (2 acres) with grape vines, olive, cork, oak, pear and peach trees.
TEN18: Macieira 18,500 euros
Serta
110m2 stone ruin to renovate / rebuild into 2 bedroom home. Mains electricity for connection and own natural water supply.
2,000m2 with olive, orange, fig and cherry trees. A stream with a little waterfall borders the property.
GVL19: Ervedal Plot 19,000 euros
Oliveira do Hospital
South-facing plot ideal for smallholding / equestrian use. Possibility for one or more buildings up to 240m2 footprint.
16,400m2 (1.64 hectares) flat and gently sloping land.
ADH20: Ribeiro 20,000 euros
A rare opportunity to purchase a plot bordering the Cabril lake. No building permission. No mains electricity. Perfect retreat for low-impact living.
8,000m2 terraced land with olive trees and vines, spring water and large area of woodland. Incredible views.
VG25: Pombeira (166) 25,000 euros
Ferreira do Zezere
Rustic land with great views to the lake (Rio Zêzere). No planning permission but you would be able to live in a caravan, yurt, etc.
1,700m2 with pine trees and meadows.
VG25-3: Dornes (110) 25,000 euros
Ferreira do Zezere
Rustic land bordering the Rio Zêzere. No planning permission, so only suitable for caravan/yurt/etc. Beautiful location for sustainable / low-impact living.
1,280m2 (approx 1/3 acre) bordering the Rio Zêzere.
VG25-4: Riverside Land (112) 25,000 euros
Ferreira do Zezere
Rustic land with 6,250m2 (1.5 acres) of area that goes all the way to the waters of the river Zêzere.
It is not possible to build any type of permanent construction on this plot, although you would be able to live in a yurt.
PTM26: Tapada Ruin (0164) 26,000 euros
Oliveira do Hospital
20m2 stone storage barn for renovation. Great little quinta for yurt living! Own water supply (well). Good location for solar power.
4,600m2 land with olive trees, grape vines and pine woodland.
TEN27: Charming Bungalow 27,500 euros
Serta
Charming 2 bedroom bungalow with barn which could be converted into more living space.
850m2 plot with 2 fig trees and a couple of olive trees.
CPRE31: Eco Plot 31,000 euros
Miranda do Corvo
3 ruins for reconstruction or you could build a wooden home or live in a yurt, tipi, caravan, etc.
2,000m2 plot. No water - need to dig a well/borehole, and solar power is best option for electricity.
KKS35: Quinta Tojal 35,000 euros
Arganil
Pretty quinta with converted bus included in the sale. Shower/WC and septic tank. Building permission possible.
3,590m2 south-facing land bordered by a stream, with fruit, oak and pine trees. Well for water.
ANB40: Beiradas 40,000 euros UNDER OFFER
Castelo Branco
A gorgeous plot of land with stunning views of the surrounding area. Planning permission for a habitation of up to 400m2.
95,000m2 (9.5 hectares) with approx. 100 olive trees. Ideal equestrian use / smallholding.
VG40-2: Casalinho Santana (082) 40,000 euros
Alvaiazere
Plot of land overlooking lake. Ideal for a low-impact dwelling such as a yurt.
1,000m2 (0.25 acre) plot.
ARC41: Eco Land Share 41,500 euros
Alentejo
Great opportunity to purchase a 1/4 share of a sustainable quinta / eco community. Permission to build your own home.
4 hectare quinta. Organic gardens, woodland, nature reserve, irrigation systems, etc.
BAZ43: Alqueve 43,000 euros
Arganil
Beautiful quinta with building permission for up to 450m2.Mains water. Electricity nearby or perfect location for solar power.
8,500m2 (circa 2 acres) terraced land with olive and oak trees. Suitable for cultivation (organic gardening) and especially good for planting fruit trees.
INF45: Casa do Sardao 45,000 euros
Leiria
Cottage with 2 small bedrooms, plus annexe providing further 2 rooms. Barn. Rainwater tank, ecological toilet, mains electricity.
1,100m2 land with olive, pine, and citrus trees. Swimming pool. Situated in a natural park with ancient walled homesteads and great views.
CPRE45: Building Plot 45,000 euros
Penela
Building plot with possibility to construct a large wooden home, various outbuildings, and a swimming pool.
5,500m2 (0.55 hectare) plot surrounded by mature trees
JOH50: Quinta Aveleiro 50,000 euros
Oliveira do Hospital
Beautiful plot with 55m2 ruin plus building permission for a new house of up to 300m2. Water from a well and a spring.
1 hectare with vineyard, pine woodland, and a variety of other trees including hazel, chestnut, oak, fig, cherry, and olive.
MIG52: Caramulo Farm 52,000 euros
Viseu
A beautiful little farm in the region of Caramulo. 3 granite stone buildings in need of total renovation.
15,000m2 (3.7 acres) of land with a little river.
MDP55: Sunshine Land (151) 55,000 euros
Alentejo
Lovely plot in the Alentejo region with permission to build up to 250m2 home - two storey new build could provide 3 bedroom / 2 bathroom home.
14,000m2 (1.4 hectare) south-west facing plot with many olive trees. Lovely views. Ideal smallholding / equestrian use.
PTD57: Windmill Plot 57,000 euros
Penela
Plot with old windmill to restore/convert and permission to build 2 new houses. Stunning views.
2,000m2 plot with olive and oak trees. Good for growing fruit trees and vegetables.
PTM58: Rustic Arnold (WH11) 58,535 euros
Wooden house with a bedroom, living / kitchenette, bathroom and a terrace. Key in hand.
See building plots for sites for this wooden home.
GT80: Fonte Espinheiro 60,000 euros Price Reduced
Coja
Solar powered quinta with 1 bed slate cottage & adjoining ruin. Possibility for 2 more bedrooms. Further cottage with 2 rooms. Many extras included in sale. Ideal property for low-impact / sustainable living.
Circa 3/4 hectare land with terraces for cultivation, woodland, chestnut & fruit trees. Abundant water.
DAN60: Mountain Quinta 60,000 euros
Oliveira do Hospital
Large (100m2) farmhouse ruin for rebuild, plus possible new build of 2nd house and swimming pool. Peaceful and private mountain location with stunning views.
25,000m2 (2.5 hectares) of farming land, pinewoods, olive trees, walnut trees. Own spring water.
PC62: Rio Alva Quinta 62,000 euros
Avo
Lovely riverside quinta with 48m2 granite stone ruin for renovation. Mains services nearby.
1 hectare land with oak, chestnut, walnut, olive and fruit trees. 200m river frontage and a sandy beach.
MC69: Vila Mea 69,000 euros
Carregal do Sal
Registered stone ruin of 80m2 and two smaller unregistered ruins for renovation. Own spring water. Ideal solar power.
14,000m2 (1.4 hectares) of registered land with approximately 50m of river frontage.
PTD70: Mill House 70,000 euros
Miranda do Corvo
Old stone mill for renovation. Could provide 2 bedroom house. Electricity and water nearby.
At the back is a beautiful waterfall, and the mill comes with 2,000m2 (0.5 acre) of woodland.
HNZ75: Chao do Lagar 75,000 euros
Oliveira do Hospital
2 small stone houses for renovation/extension and a barn/stables for renovation/conversion.
4,800m2 (over an acre) with grape vines, olive, walnut and fruit trees. 5 wells, a spring, and a stream with little waterfall.
ADH80: Mestranças 80,000 euros
Pedrogao Grande
Two stone buildings (56m2 and 42m2) for renovation. 2 wells. Mains water and electricity nearby.
1 hectare with lots of grape vines and hundreds of fruit trees including oranges, tangerines, lemons, cherries, apples, pears, loquat, plums and olives.
PTM85: Carvalheira Grande (0167) 85,000 euros
Figueiro dos Vinhos
3 building plots, 2 with approved projects for wooden homes. Building permission possible for 3rd plot. Mains electricity and water.
19,390m2 (just under a hectare) land with olive trees, oak trees, chestnut trees, eucalyptus trees and pine land.
WOLF99: Quinta de Bem Paz 99,500 approx euros
Castelo Branco
2 bedroom cottage completely renovated in 2006/7. Fully habitable and ready to move into.
2.55ha (6.25 acres) land with 60 olive trees and many fruit trees. Fertile soil and plenty of water. Ideal for keeping horses / self sufficient lifestyle.
MP100: Pombal 100,000 euros
Pombal
Flat and fertile plot near Pombal. Permission to build 4 condominiums but also a great site for an ECO HOME!
2,000m2 (0.5 acre) plot of land in a very peaceful location. Mains services nearby for connection.
ADH125-1: Ribeiro dos Fronteiros 125,000 euros
Pedrogao Grande
2 stone houses, simply renovated using ecological products. Stone outbuildings. Natural spring water. Compost toilet. No mains electricity.
2.5 hectares: 1 hectare arable and 1.5 hectares woodland. Lots of fruit and nut trees.
HES170: Quinta do Mosqueiro 155,000 euros Price Reduced
Tabua
Recently built 3 storey, 2 bedroom house. Own water supply and solar water heating. Electricity, telephone and broadband internet. Ready to move into.
6,132m2 (1.5 acres) with many fruit trees, olive trees, organic vegetable garden and some pine woodland.
KEV185: Casa Ze Luis 185,000 euros
Penela
Beautiful stone farmhouse (160m2) for renovation. Superb family home or rural tourism. Solar electricity (with sell-to-grid scheme) and solar hot water.
3,200m2 (0.75 acre) of land with olive and various fruit trees. Fantastic views to castle.
VG225-2: Organic Quintinha (275) 225,000 euros
Serta
5 bedroom house with utility room, music room, and lots of storage. Summer kitchen, store house, and garage.
4,832m2 (over an acre) of organic land.
KSN290: Quinta do Marmeleiro 249,000 euros Price Reduced
Serta
Eco-friendly 4-5 bed restored house with courtyard, outbuildings, barn. Electricity, water, phone and internet.
11,100m2 (over 1 hectare) land with vegetable garden, fruit, olive trees and pine forest. Beautiful rural location.
CPC260: Casa Curnow 260,000 euros
Alvaiazere
Beautifully restored 4 bedroom house with adjoining 2 bedroom guesthouse. Ready to move into / let out.
1,844m2 with flower and vegetable beds, fruit and nut trees. Garage and two car ports.
IRIS265: Quinta Arco-Iris 265,000 euros
Alentejo
Part-renovated cottage, farmhouse ruin and cottage ruin, plus building plot. Perfect community living/eco-tourism.
4 hectares with pine, cork oak, and fruit trees. 3 wells, fonte, borehole, and a stream.
HJS298: Country House 298,000 euros
Pedrogao Grande
Beautifully renovated farmhouse with 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. Ready to move into. Several outbuildings and 3 stables.
40,000m2 (4 hectares) of woodland, paddocks, grape vines, fruit, nut and olive trees.
BURI450: Organic Farm 450,000 euros
North Portugal
Certified organic farm producing fruit, vegetables and herbs. 2 stone ruins for renovation.
17,000m2 (1.7 hectares). Own spring water source. State of the art greenhouses, irrigation and heating systems, etc.
RB640: Quinta do Rabacal 640,000 euros
Tabua
Stunning riverside quinta with 5 houses beautifully restored, currently run as tourism business. Fully furnished and equipped. Solar power and own natural water supply.
54,000m2 (5.4 hectares) with many wild trees (oak, elder, etc) plus fruit, olive and nut trees, organic garden, riverside meadow and swimming pool.
VG650: Quinta de Natureza (285) 650,000 euros
Ferreira do Zezere
3 bedroom beautifully renovated 200 year old farmhouse. Barn and several outbuildings.
90,000m2 (9 hectares) organic land: rose garden; orange grove, organic veg garden, olive groves, vineyard, orchard, arboretum, labyrinth, woodland, meadows and ponds.
PTM670: Quinta da Quartedeira (0162) 670,000 euros
Coja
3 bed house with all amenities including solar energy, ready to move into. Slate ruin for renovation.
31,881m2 (3.18 hectares) land with olive and pine trees.
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