Premium Mixed-Use Investment Estate with Development Potential 1,300 m2 | Ribeira Brava, Madeira Island
Location: Vale, Ribeira Brava, Madeira Island, Portugal
Status: Ready for Development  BUPi Georeferenced & Pre-1951 License Exempt 
Zoning: Mixed Classification Urban Living Spaces Type 1  Espacos Habitacionais Tipo 1  & Productive Rustic Agricultural Land  Espacos Agricolas 
Exceptional Investment Opportunity
Secure a rare opportunity to acquire a 1,300 m2 mixed-use estate in one of Madeira's most desirable coastal locations. Combining traditional Madeiran architecture, generous land, and significant development potential, this unique property offers an outstanding opportunity for private buyers, developers, and investors seeking residential, tourism, or mixed-use projects.
Positioned at approximately 317 metres above sea level, the property enjoys Madeira's renowned "eternal spring" climate together with a guaranteed, unobstructed 180° south-facing Atlantic Ocean view. Direct road access, two independent urban articles, private water rights, and flexible planning regulations make this one of the area's most versatile investment opportunities.
Unlike many properties requiring complex subdivision procedures, the existence of two independent urban articles provides exceptional legal flexibility for redevelopment, restoration, expansion, or multiple investment strategies.
Existing Buildings
The estate currently includes two residential buildings, allowing immediate renovation while preserving traditional Madeiran character.
Main House  Two-Bedroom Traditional Home 
The principal residence consists of:
Living room
Kitchen
Bathroom
Two bedrooms
Circulation areas
Office/storage room
The house requires renovation but benefits from a solid structural foundation and an excellent internal layout, making it ideal for modernization into a comfortable permanent residence, luxury holiday home, or investment property. Buyers also have the opportunity to incorporate modern energy-efficient solutions such as solar power systems.
Secondary Cottage
A second smaller dwelling is also located on the property and requires complete reconstruction. Once restored, it offers excellent potential for:
Independent guest accommodation
Holiday rental  AL/Airbnb 
Studio
Home office
Caretaker's house
The presence of two separate buildings significantly increases the property's flexibility and long-term investment value.
Development Potential  PDM Zoning 
The property's mixed zoning allows a wide variety of residential, tourism, and commercial uses.
1. Urban Living Spaces Type 1  Espacos Habitacionais Tipo 1 
Ideal for:
Luxury villa
Boutique hotel
Tourism development
Modern apartment project
Multi-family residential development
Commercial or service premises
Planning parameters include:
Maximum building height: 12 metres
Up to 3 floors plus attic
70% soil waterproofing index, allowing an exceptionally large construction footprint.
2. Productive Rustic Agricultural Zone  Espacos Agricolas 
This section of the land is perfectly suited for:
Eco-tourism developments
Independent holiday accommodation
Secondary private residence
Organic farming
Vineyard or landscaped gardens
Planning parameters include:
Tourism developments permitted
Private residence up to 200 m2
Maximum building height: 8.5 metres
40% soil waterproofing index, preserving generous green areas and privacy.
3. Permitted Outbuildings
Additional annexes are permitted across both zoning areas, including:
Private garages
Pool houses
Storage buildings
Technical rooms
Maximum permitted area:
Up to 40 m2
Maximum height 4 metres
These structures allow practical support spaces without reducing the functionality of the main buildings.
Land & External Features
The estate benefits from substantial outdoor space and valuable infrastructure rarely found in comparable properties.
Features include:
1,300 m2 of terraced landmore than double the size of many standard building plots in the area
Cultivated agricultural land
Water tank
Two private wells  pocos  providing low-cost irrigation for gardens, agriculture, landscaping, or swimming pools
Direct public road access for construction, parking, and everyday convenience
Excellent privacy
South-facing orientation
Permanent panoramic Atlantic Ocean views
The agricultural areas also make the property attractive for buyers interested in sustainability, self-sufficiency, gardening, or boutique agricultural projects.
Legal Advantages
The property offers several important legal and administrative benefits:
BUPi georeferenced registration completed
Fully documented Pre-1951 License Exemption, eliminating the requirement for a habitation licence
Straightforward and legally secure transaction process
Two independent urban articles, offering greater development flexibility without the need for subdivision procedures
Location
Situated in the municipality of Ribeira Brava, one of Madeira's fastest-growing residential and tourism destinations, the property enjoys excellent accessibility while maintaining a peaceful rural atmosphere.
The location provides convenient access to:
Funchal
Madeira International Airport  FNC 
Schools
Healthcare services
Shops and supermarkets
Public services
Restaurants and leisure facilities
The combination of accessibility, climate, and scenery makes Ribeira Brava highly desirable for permanent living, holiday homes, and tourism investment.
Investment Highlights
This property presents exceptional flexibility for multiple investment strategies, including:
Luxury private residence
Boutique hotel
Eco-tourism project
Holiday rental accommodation  AL 
Multi-unit residential development
Mixed residential and commercial use
Agricultural lifestyle property
Madeira continues to attract growing international demand thanks to its stable economy, year-round tourism, mild climate, excellent infrastructure, direct European flight connections, and consistently strong real estate market.
Why This Property Is Unique
Premium 1,300 m2 mixed-use estate
Two independent residential buildings
Two independent urban articles
High-density urban development potential
Additional agricultural development rights
Guaranteed permanent Atlantic Ocean views
Direct road access
Two private irrigation wells
Excellent privacy
Traditional Madeiran architecture ready for modernization
BUPi georeferenced
Pre-1951 licence exemption
Strong potential for residential, tourism, or income-generating investment
Properties offering this combination of location, legal certainty, development flexibility, existing buildings, and panoramic ocean views are becoming increasingly rare on Madeira Island.
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