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Exceptional 49.4-acre (20-hectare) rural estate and investment opportunity in Lima Duarte, Minas Gerais, Brazil. Sítio Urucum combines natural beauty, abundant water resources, agricultural infrastructure and excellent development potential. The fully fenced, highly usable property features divided pastures, 2 natural springs, a spring-fed lake, fish pond, orchard, vegetable garden, landscaped grounds and preserved native vegetation. The main residence offers 4 bedrooms, 3 en-suite, 2 with walk-in closets, guest bath, living room, 2 dining areas, fireplace, spacious kitchen with wood-burning and gas stoves, wraparound veranda and BBQ area. Additional amenities include swimming pool, steam sauna, wood-fired pizza oven and a separate 2-bedroom guest house with living/dining area and veranda. The property also includes a caretaker's house, garage, barn/storage, laundry, operational livestock facilities, chicken coop and kennel, plus electricity, phone and internet. Currently operating with sheep farming. Ideally located just 3 km from Potenza Racetrack, 12 km from Lima Duarte, approx. 35 km from the Ibitipoca region and 50 km from Juiz de Fora. Excellent potential for a private estate, boutique hotel, eco-lodge, agritourism, wellness retreat, events, equestrian or agricultural use, or residential development, subject to applicable zoning, licensing and approvals. # SÍTIO URUCUM## EXCEPTIONAL RURAL ESTATE & INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY IN MINAS GERAIS, BRAZIL**20 Hectares | 49.4 Acres | Lima Duarte, Minas Gerais**Discover **Sítio Urucum**, a remarkable 20-hectare (approximately 49.4-acre) rural estate combining natural beauty, agricultural productivity, leisure amenities, and significant development potential.Strategically located along **BR-267, Km 150, in Lima Duarte, Minas Gerais**, the property offers a rare combination of privacy, abundant water resources, established infrastructure, agricultural operations, and proximity to some of the region’s most important tourism destinations.Currently operating as a rural property with **sheep farming**, Sítio Urucum offers multiple possibilities for private, agricultural, hospitality, tourism, and investment use.## THE PROPERTY**Total Area:** 20 hectares / approximately 200,000 m² / 49.4 acres- Highly usable and tractor-accessible land- Fully fenced property- Pastures divided into paddocks- Abundant natural water resources- Two natural springs- Spring-fed lake- Fish pond- Fruit orchard- Vegetable garden- Mature landscaping- Preserved native vegetation- Rich local wildlife, including numerous bird species, toucans and monkeys## MAIN RESIDENCEThe spacious main residence offers traditional country charm and comfortable indoor and outdoor living:- 4 bedrooms- 3 en-suite bedrooms- 2 suites with walk-in closets- Guest bathroom- Living room- 2 dining areas- Fireplace- Large kitchen with both wood-burning and gas stoves- Expansive wraparound veranda- Barbecue area## LEISURE & ENTERTAINMENTSítio Urucum offers an extensive private leisure area ideal for family living, entertaining guests, retreats or hospitality operations:- Swimming pool- Barbecue area- Wood-fired pizza oven- Steam sauna- Full supporting bathroom- Spring-fed lake- Fish pond- Vegetable garden- Large landscaped gardens- Imperial palm-lined entrance## GUEST HOUSEA separate guest residence provides additional accommodations:- 2 bedrooms- 1 bathroom- Combined living and dining area- Private veranda## AGRICULTURAL & SUPPORT INFRASTRUCTUREThe estate includes infrastructure supporting both residential and agricultural activities:- Operational cattle/sheep handling facilities- Barn/storage building- Laundry facilities- Garage- Caretaker’s residence with 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom- Chicken coop- Kennel- Electricity- Telephone service- Internet access## ACTIVE AGRICULTURAL OPERATIONSítio Urucum is currently an **operating sheep farm**, with established infrastructure for livestock activities.The property has also been referenced in academic research related to **rural and educational tourism in the Lima Duarte region**, including agricultural experiences and interaction with sheep.This creates an interesting foundation for expanding the property beyond traditional agricultural use into experiential rural tourism.## STRATEGIC LOCATIONThe estate enjoys excellent access to several important destinations:**3 km / 1.9 mi** – Potenza Racetrack **12 km / 7.5 mi** – Downtown Lima Duarte **Approx. 35 km / 22 mi** – Ibitipoca region **50 km / 31 mi** – Juiz de Fora **180 km / 112 mi** – Rio de Janeiro **220 km / 137 mi** – Belo Horizonte **380 km / 236 mi** – São PauloThe property is located in a region known for its mountains, natural landscapes, ecotourism, outdoor activities and rural tourism.## INVESTMENT & DEVELOPMENT POTENTIALBeyond its current use as a private rural estate and agricultural property, Sítio Urucum presents a compelling opportunity for investors seeking a distinctive asset in Brazil.Potential concepts include:**• Boutique country hotel or eco-lodge** **• Rural tourism and agritourism** **• Wellness or corporate retreat destination** **• Private country club** **• Residential country development** **• Events and destination venue** **• Expansion of livestock and agricultural operations** **• Farm-to-table and culinary experiences**The owners have also developed preliminary concepts for a **residential development with club amenities, condominium project and hospitality operation**, which may be presented to qualified prospective buyers and investors.Any future subdivision, development, hospitality operation or change of use would be subject to applicable feasibility studies, zoning requirements, environmental regulations, licensing and governmental approvals.## A UNIQUE BRAZILIAN COUNTRY ESTATE**49.4 acres of land, water, nature, infrastructure and opportunity in one of Minas Gerais’ most attractive countryside regions.**Sítio Urucum offers something increasingly difficult to find: an established rural estate that can be enjoyed immediately while offering multiple possibilities for future development and income generation.Whether envisioned as a **private family retreat, working farm, boutique hospitality destination, agritourism operation or long-term investment**, Sítio Urucum offers an exceptional foundation.**Contact us for pricing, additional property information, documentation, photographs, videos, development concepts and private viewing arrangements.**