Quinta Javali: A Luxurious Hillside Retreat in the Heart of the Algarve

Nestled into the serene hillside of its expansive 30-hectare estate, Quinta Javali offers an unparalleled blend of tranquillity, modern luxury, and breath-taking natural beauty. Perched on the edge of the Serra de Silves, this stunning family home enjoys eastward panoramic views over the Barragem do Arade, a vista that captures the essence of the Algarvian countryside. Located just a 10-minute drive from the historic town of Silves and the vibrant São Bartolomeu de Messines, this peaceful haven in a protected zone promises both seclusion and convenience.
Renovated and modernized to an exceptional standard, Quinta Javali boasts high-quality fixtures and fittings throughout its split-level design, seamlessly blending contemporary comfort with rustic charm. This is more than a home—it’s a lifestyle.

Property Highlights

Upper Level
• Spacious Open-Plan Living: An entrance door from a smaller terrace opens into a reception where the breakfast bar shares space with the light-filled kitchen, featuring bespoke oak-doored cabinetry, Monchique granite countertops and top-tier Neff appliances — induction hob with extractor, dishwasher, built-in oven, and eye-level multifunction microwave.
• Cozy Ambiance: Lounge and indoor dining area with a wood-burning stove and air conditioning for year-round comfort.
• Outdoor Oasis: Three-panel folding/sliding doors open to a large covered terrace—perfect for al fresco dining or shaded relaxation with stunning views.
• Access: East-facing entrance with a hallway leading to a short staircase up to the tower bedroom.
• Bedroom 4 (1st Floor Tower): Double/twin with an east-facing window, offering elevated views for miles beyond the barragem.
• Tower Room (2nd Floor) a versatile space with windows at compass points flooding this room with light, an ideal studio, reading retreat, or simply storage.

Lower Level
• Master Bedroom: East-facing French windows open to the pool terrace, complete with air conditioning and an insulated electric shutter. Ensuite bathroom with Villeroy & Boch ceramics, Hansgrohe hardware, travertine walls, limestone flooring, and a wetroom shower.
• Bedroom 2: Double/twin with a west-facing window, air conditioning, and insulated electric shutter.
• Bedroom 3: Double/twin with a northeast-facing window, air conditioning, and insulated electric shutter.

Pool & Terrace
• Luxury Swimming: A 10m x 5m pool with Roman entry steps (1.6m to 1.0m deep), finished in Pebblepool with Monchique granite copings, complemented by a poolside shower and roller cover.

Land & Grounds
• 30+ Hectares of Serenity: A diverse landscape of Medronho, Cork Oak, Conifer, Olive, and Citrus trees, with 2 hectares of Eucalyptus and several natural springs. Much of the land is terraced, offering potential for further development or cultivation.

Access & Parking
• A 1.5km graded track from the Barragem leads to a 250m private driveway, culminating at the Quinta. Parking for 10 cars adjacent to the house, with additional space for many more.

Features & Infrastructure
• Sustainable Living: Off-grid water supply with a 120m³ rainwater collection system; mains 3-phase 32A electricity; septic tank sewage system.
• Advanced Heating: Whole-house underfloor heating (8 zones with programmable thermostats) powered by a 750L thermal store, fed by a wood stove, vacuum tube solar panels, a 12kW air-source heat pump, and a 9kW immersion heater. Bathrooms feature electric underfloor heating.
• Utility Outbuilding: Equipped with a washing machine, tumble dryer, 2-bowl stainless sink, marble countertops, and chest freezer. Large storage/utility room.
• Modern Connectivity: Cat6 wired Ethernet throughout; 4G internet (higher spec service likely available) and telephone.

Potential
Quinta Javali offers enormous potential through it’s unrivalled location and it’s expanse of land.
Perfect for the installation of a private helipad, tennis court, stables or camping area
Ideal base for an outdoor activity centre :- sailing/canoeing on the barragem, pony trekking, MTB, trail riding or Jeep/Buggy tours
1 km from the ‘Via Algarviana’ https://viaalgarviana.org/en