Belmonte Cattle / Equine Farm

Historic 39 Hectare Granite Estate with Multiple Dwellings – Belmonte, Central Portugal

Located in the rolling countryside near Belmonte, in the heart of central Portugal, this exceptional 39-acre (approximately 15.76-hectare) agricultural estate offers a rare opportunity to acquire a property of historical significance, scale, and character.

Formerly owned by local nobility, the estate was once a fully operational and self-sufficient farm that played an important role in the regional economy. At its peak, the property supported numerous workers and sustained a complete agricultural cycle, including professional cheese production, a vineyard for red wine, cereal crop cultivation, and livestock breeding. The farm functioned as an integrated rural enterprise, typical of the great estates that once defined this area.

Today, the property retains its authenticity and historic integrity.

The Buildings

The estate includes multiple granite stone houses and agricultural structures, constructed using traditional methods and local materials. These substantial buildings, the main building being over 300m2 in footprint, reflect the craftsmanship and permanence of their time, with 75cm thick stone walls, original features, and a layout designed to support both residential and agricultural use.

Several habitational buildings offer potential for restoration, multi-generational living, guest accommodation, or tourism development. The agricultural outbuildings provide extensive space for storage, stabling, workshops, and continued farming operations.

The Land

The 39 acres comprise a combination of pastureland and arable ground, historically used for grazing cattle and horses as well as cereal production. The scale and configuration of the land make it well suited for equine facilities, livestock farming, regenerative agriculture, or a private rural estate.

The property’s size and layout allow for privacy while remaining accessible to the amenities of Belmonte and the wider Castelo Branco district. The entire land is fenced with a superb quality woven wire livestock fencing standing at 120cm high, with concrete posts.

Historical Significance

This is more than a rural property; it is a tangible piece of central Portugal’s agricultural heritage. The estate preserves artifacts and elements from its productive past, offering insight into a time when farms of this stature operated as largely self-sustaining communities. Its noble ownership and longstanding role in the local area add further distinction.

Opportunity

Properties of this scale, with multiple granite structures and documented historical importance, are increasingly rare in central Portugal. The estate presents a compelling opportunity for:

• A private country residence or family compound

• An equestrian or cattle enterprise

• Boutique rural tourism or heritage accommodation project

• Agricultural revival with modern sustainable practices

• Long-term investment in a historically significant estate

This is a unique chance to secure a landmark property in one of Portugal’s most authentic and unspoiled rural regions.

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