Residence for sale, 3 VBE66113

Standing imposingly on top of a hill, just 15 kilometers from the city of Coimbra, the Paço da Ordem is a true masterpiece of Portuguese historical heritage.

This unique fortification offers complete privacy and stunning panoramic views of the surrounding landscape, combining medieval mystique with the comfort of an exclusive refuge. The history of this property dates back to the birth of Portugal, with the current medieval building having been erected in the second quarter of the twelfth century by the Knights Templar. Its construction was based on the ruins of an ancient Moorish fortress, once conquered by D. Afonso Henriques, the first King of Portugal.

Later, at the end of the first decade of the 1500s and already under the authority of the Order of Christ, the Palace underwent important Manueline-style interventions. Its imposing structure and its original architectural features have remained intact since that time, providing an authentic journey through time.

From a structural point of view, the Paço da Ordem is developed in a large closed quadrangle, which protects a beautiful interior courtyard. Its tall and extensive facades are rhythmically paced asymmetrically by elegant sixteenth-century windows, with special emphasis on the north façade. In it there is a stunning double-span window, separated by a torso mainel, a stone column carved in a spiral, which is one of the great symbols of the Manueline style in the country. With its two floors perfectly interconnected, the building reconciles the weight of history with a high capacity for reception.

The first floor, dedicated to the rest area and services, consists of eleven complete suites that offer all contemporary comfort, supported by a large kitchen and pantry.

The second floor, corresponding to the noble area, houses eight rooms of very generous dimensions. The main room, with an impressive 140 square meters, displays magnificent wooden ceilings, whose architectural and historical importance is such that they are rigorously described in official visitation documents of the Order dated 1508.

Outside, the walls of the Palace hold a true oasis of tranquility. The property has a swimming pool perfectly integrated into the space, a historic well and a vast secular forest. This private forest, populated by oaks, cork oaks, holm oaks, pines and olive trees, guarantees permanent contact with nature.

Finally, it is important to note that, being a building classified as a Property of Public Interest by the Portuguese Institute of Architectural Heritage, the Paço da Ordem represents a unique investment opportunity. This prestigious classification guarantees its owner exclusive tax benefits, namely total exemption from taxes such as IMT, IMI and AIMI.