Silves

Most of the town and nearly all its ancient buildings were destroyed by the earthquake of 1755. The impressive remains of the castle dates back to Moors and there is a impressive underground water reservoir that is still used by the city today. It has the romantic name of “ Cistern of the Enchanted Moorish Girl” and was said to be a principal factor in the fall of the town during its siege. The Museu Arqueológico has been constructed above the cistern and here a visitor will find exhibits of locally found objects included items from the Stone Age. As a reminder of the Romans occupation is the Ponte Romana, a fine strong bridge over the Rio Arade below the city walls and rebuilt from the original in the 15^th Century. The city’s earlier 13^th Century Cathedral was built on the site of a Mosque and has suffered considerable alteration over the centuries. Tothe southwest side of the town is a modern statue celebrating the siege of 1189 in an appropriately named square, Largo dos Mártires, where it is suggested that the defending Moors were buried. Just to the northeast of the city is a fascinating 16^th Century granite cross that is located beside the road to the north. The countryside around Silves is the biggest orange growing area in Portugal and other neighboring towns share in the economic benefits from this product. There has been a popular recent decision to site a new University in Silves to recreate its links with its past.

A substantial 3/4 bedroom villa set 5 minutes from the centre of the famous castled town of Silves. The recently opened motorway link to Lisbon and the principal road to Algarve beaches and Faro airport are only a 5 minutes drive away, making easy access to this beautiful spot in the countryside. Accommodation in this house is on two levels. On the ground floor is a spacious lounge with feature log burning fireplace and patio doors leading to terrace, a large partially fitted kitchen, bathroom with shower, study/bedroom 4, large under stair storage.  Upstairs 3 double bedrooms, 2 with fitted wardrobes and 1 with patio doors leading to balcony, and family bathroom with shower.  Outside there is a large storage room with power and a chimney, this area has a terrace on the roof.  There is a further terraced area with a lemon tree and a built in barbecue. The property also has a single garage with power, water and drain hole. If you are in the market for a 4 bedroom property, this villa offers excellent value for money.  Viewing is highly recommended.

PRICE: €199,500 EUROS

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