This farmhouse for sale in Palmela, south of Lisbon, has 587 m² of living space and almost 1.5 hectares of land.
Four bedrooms and five bathrooms mean a family and a couple of guest households can share the place without queueing for a shower. The condition is good, so the question is less what needs doing first and more when you can move in. Rural houses of this size are uncommon this close to the capital, and the land is what sets this one apart from the apartments and townhouses most buyers compare it with.
### The Farmhouse and Its 1.5 Hectares
The plot measures 14,920 m². That is a lot of room by the standards of the Lisbon peninsula, where land tends to be scarce and expensive. You could keep it simple and low-maintenance, or put it to work with orchard trees, vines, a vegetable garden or space for animals. The listing doesn't describe what is currently planted or built on the land, so ask for a site plan and walk the boundaries on your viewing.
Inside, 587 m² is spread over four bedrooms and five bathrooms. Having more bathrooms than bedrooms is a practical bonus if you host often, whether that is grown-up children, friends for the summer or visiting relatives. The property is described as being in good condition, which usually means you can use the house first and plan any updates around your own schedule. Check the roof, electrics and plumbing as you would with any rural property of this size.
### Living in Palmela: Castle, Wine and the Setúbal Peninsula
Palmela is best known for its hilltop castle, which looks over the Setúbal peninsula and, on a clear day, far beyond. The town sits in one of Portugal's long-established wine areas, and Moscatel de Setúbal and the local reds are easy to find in nearby cell ... click here to read more