Detached house for sale in Salir De Matos, Leiria, Portugal

This very spacious four bedroom property located in the village of Cruzes in Salir do Matos on the Silver Coast in Portugal will make a fabulous permanent home or holiday home. Located within walking distance to a mini-market and popular restaurants the home is on a generous 2115m2 lot, open to wonderful country views.

Four bedrooms
Three bathroom
Master ensuite
Newly fitted pellet burner
Electric storage heaters
**Large garage/workshop
Covered BBQ area
Space for a swimming pool
Large 2115m2 urban lot

**Please note that approval for the garage and the installation of a pool has been applied for and has received a favourable report from the council authorities. The process is now waiting for submission of the technical details in order for it to be concluded.
In detail
Access to the property is by way of a single pedestrian gate that opens onto the front lawned area and leads through the front garden to the covered terrace to the front of the house. There is an electric double gate that opens onto a large driveway where there is parking for several cars and leads to the spacious garage/workshop.

The front door opens into a very spacious entrance hall, that has tiled floors and double part glazed doors that open into the open plan living and dining room. This room is a good size and is flooded with natural light from the two sets of patio doors to the front that open onto the front covered terrace. There is a recently fitted pellet burner that provides heat on cooler evenings in addition to wall mounted electric storage heaters. The floors are tiled.

The kitchen has a matching range of base and wall units with worksurfaces incorporating a double stainless steel sink with mixer tap over. There is a gas hob and an electric oven in addition to a dishwasher and a upright fridge/freezer. A convenient breakfast bar opens into the dining area. The kitchen is fully tiled with a double window that looks out over the side garden and a side entrance door. Just off the kitchen is a convenient pantry/storage area.

The first two bedrooms have wood laminate flooring, a double window and a wall mounted electric storage heater.

The family bathroom has a sink set into a vanity unit with a lighted mirror above. There is a bidet, W.C., and a full bath with a shower off the taps. The bathroom is fully tiled and there is an obscured window to the rear.

The master bedroom has wood laminate flooring, a double window to the front, built in wardrobes and a wall mounted electric storage heater. The ensuite bathroom has a sink set into a vanity unit, a W.C., and a corner shower cubicle. The bathroom is fully tiled and there is a sliding double window.

The fourth bedroom has tiled floors and spacious built in wardrobes. Please note. This was the fourth bedroom when the home was originally built. With the addition of the large garage, this room has been put to use as a storage area that provides direct access to the garage from the home.

The garage/workshop is an impressive size and is accessed directly from the house and also by way of an electric remote control door. The ceilings here are vaulted so it would be possible if needed to put in a mezzanine level for additional storage if required. To the back of the garage is a bar area that has electric and water and off here is a room used for wine storage. To the front of the garage is a very convenient bathroom, where there is a pedestal sink, W.C., and a corner shower unit. The bathroom is fully tiled.
Outside
The house sits on a very generous lot with views over the adjoining countryside. There is a very lovely and spacious front terrace that is covered ensuring enjoyment regardless of the weather. The front garden is laid mainly to lawn with flower beds planted with easily maintained plants and shrubs.

There is, to the rear of the house a covered BBQ area which is a fantastic area for dining and entertaining. There is also a wood store here and an additional storage room to the side. The back terrace is equally spacious and leads to the side of the garage where there is a double garage door which allows access to the garage.

To the side is a large garden area, ideal for the installation of a swimming pool. As noted earlier the installation of a pool has been applied for and has received a favourable report from the council authorities. The process is now waiting for submission of the technical details in order for it to be signed off.

The views over the adjoining countryside really are stunning and you can picture yourself relaxing on the terrace taking in the beautiful sunsets.
Location
The property is located in the village of Cruzes which is part of the council region of Salir do Matos. Within walking distance of the house is a very well stocked mini-market where you can buy all your day to day groceries and household items. They have fresh bread every day. There are also three popular restaurants in this area, one only a short walk and next to the mini-market.

The town and beaches of São Martinho do Porto and Foz do Arelho are both within a 20 minute drive from the property. They are two of the most popular beaches on the Silver Coast.

São Martinho do Porto, on the Portuguese Silver Coast, boasts a beautiful shell-shaped bay, making it safe for families and offering safe swimming. The beach stretches all the way to Salir do Porto and is surrounded by numerous restaurants, cafes, a pharmacy, supermarkets, mini-markets, butchers, bakeries, pastry shops, gift and souvenir shops, clothing shops, and home and garden product stores. The area also features a promenade, a cycle track, and the Estrada Atlântica, providing fabulous walks.

The village of Foz do Arelho has several mini markets, cafes, restaurants, bank, hotels, as well as one of the most scenic and beautiful beaches in the area. The beach area is lined with a selection of cafes and restaurants. One one side there is the ruggedness of the Atlantic Ocean and on the other the safety of the Obidos Lagoon, making this a safe beach for families to enjoy. There are many outdoor activities carried out here including wind surfing, kayaking, sailing and other water-sport activities. There is also a sailing school where you can take lessons and rent equipment. A purpose built cycle track stretches from Foz do Arelho connecting to the Estrada Atlantica where you can cycle for miles. There are also fabulous walks that surround this entire area.

The main town of Caldas da Rainha is a 15 minute drive away. Caldas is a historic spa town, where you can find all amenities. There is a hospital, schools and the council for the municipality. The town also has a variety of restaurants (from various cuisines), shops, supermarkets and a very popular farmers’ market, where you can find fresh vegetables, fruits, and flowers.
Caldas is famous for its ceramic industry, one of the most characteristic ceramic styles in Portugal. Caldas also has a wonderful park, with a large lake, where you can see many different birds. The park houses different activities and events throughout the year.

It is a one hour drive to Lisbon and Lisbon Airport.