This exquisite property from 1937, originally an olive oil mill, was renovated into a charming property maintaining the traditional features, enhancing the beautiful soul experienced by all who visit. Located in the wonderfully peaceful Mesquita hamlet of São Bras de Alportel. Currently used as a restaurant, the welcoming ambiance invites up to 80 covers and offers onsite cozy owner/staff accomodation.Eventually with possibility to convert into a stylish residence after application for habitation licence.

The spacious indoor part of the restaurant boasts high painted wood ceilings, feature sweeping arches from the oil press, white washed donkey bricks, traditionally thick walls and the polished Calçada floor. The exterior is every bit as endearing: stone framed doors and windows, rich antique roof tiles, iron and stone pieces from the oil mill are scattered around and nature provides shade with olive trees, grape vines and more. There are sunny and shady terrace areas. Al-fresco dining accommodates 30 covers whilst the interior seats 50 diners and offers lovely lounge areas to relax whilst having a pre dinner refreshing drink or aperitif and coffees for after the meal. In summer there are ceiling fans and winter warmth is provided by a log burning salamander as well as central heating.

The equipped kitchen facilitates a Mediteranean Portuguese menu and there are rooms for all other necessary operations: Laundry, cold store, separate bathroom facilities for guests and staff, storage room, office space and a bedroom with ensuite bathroom for live-in staff or resting. There is a large car park area on the premises and many diners do arrive by taxi. With a ramp at the entrance located on the principle road, for wheelchair access and WC facilities, this property is disabled friendly.

The property is surrounded by handful of other neighbours in a mediteranean farming setting and is just over 5 mins from the busy town of São Bras de Alportel. Whilst other even larger towns like Faro, Loule and Tavira are a 25 min drive which attracts a variety of nationalities to this boutique restaurant destination.

This is a unique opportunity, perfect for someone (or a couple) who have been dreaming of owning a jewel like this in the sunny Algarve.

More on the Location
Algarve has an exceptional mobility index with Faro International Airport, Portimão Private Airport, 3 airfields and 5 heliports. Due to a wider option of direct flights, travellers often choose Lisbon Airport and take a 2-hour drive to reach the Algarve. For yacht owners and fishing enthusiasts, there are 4 marinas and 3 ports. For health care, Algarve has 3 public hospitals, many private facilities, and a Centro de Saude in each town. Besides public schools in every city, there are also 6 International schools. And with over 300 days of sunshine and 250 km of coastline varying from smooth golden beaches to dramatic red cliffs leaning over the stunning blue ocean there are also plenty of historic attractions, a beautiful countryside, more than 40 golf courses, numerous sports activities/facilities and much more.

Abloom Boutique Real Estate is rated by its clients as the best in local market knowledge. Their portfolio of exclusive properties in the Golden Triangle and the Central Algarve country side as well as their ability to always connect the right buyer to the perfect product ensures they are the top choice of realtor for all their client´s future transactions. Their reputation of professionalism, integrity, local market knowledge and that personal touch wins them sale after sale.