Modern Country House in Ibafa – Traditional Rural Charm, Contemporary Brick Construction

Some people love the atmosphere of traditional Hungarian farmhouses—the covered porch, the whitewashed façade, and the sense of rural living they evoke—yet remain hesitant about adobe construction. For them, this home in Ibafa may be the ideal solution. Built in 2003 as a modern brick house, it captures the character and charm of a traditional farmhouse while offering the reassurance of contemporary construction methods.

The property offers a net floor area of 109 m², comprising 82 m² of living space and an additional 27 m² garage integrated into the house. The ground floor features a spacious kitchen and dining area, a living room, a bathroom, and a pantry, while the upper floor accommodates two bedrooms.

The attic level deserves special mention. Although the bedrooms are located beneath the roof, the spaces are surprisingly comfortable and practical, with pleasant ceiling heights and only minimal impact from the sloping rooflines. Rather than the cramped feeling often associated with attic rooms, these are bright, well-proportioned spaces that are easy to furnish and enjoy.

The house was constructed from 38 cm Porotherm brick with moisture insulation. Thermal insulation of the roof is provided by 10 cm of glass wool insulation. The uPVC windows and doors are fitted with shutters and insect screens, while the electrical system was installed using copper wiring throughout.

Heating is provided by a water-jacketed fireplace connected to the central heating system, while air conditioning ensures comfort during the summer months. As neither natural gas nor a public sewer network is available in the village, the property operates with technical solutions that are well suited to its rural setting.

The 1,637 m² plot offers ample space for relaxation, gardening, or even a more self-sufficient lifestyle. Yet the garden’s greatest value is not its size, but its atmosphere.

The surrounding landscape opens onto rolling hills, meadows, and green valleys. Here, the changing seasons become part of everyday life: fresh green hillsides in spring, birdsong throughout the summer, the distant call of red deer during the autumn rut, and the peaceful stillness of winter. It is the kind of setting where a morning coffee or an evening conversation on the terrace feels entirely different from life in a suburban garden.

At the lower end of the plot, a genuine kitchen garden has been established, where the current owners grow vegetables and fruit. The layout of the garden allows those who wish to embrace a more self-sufficient way of living to do so with ease.

One of the most charming features of the garden is a swing bench positioned near the centre of the property. Its location was carefully chosen, as it enjoys one of the finest views across the surrounding hills and valleys. Sitting here, it is remarkably easy to forget the outside world. A good book, a glass of wine, or a peaceful summer evening, little more is needed when accompanied by a panorama like this.

Ibafa is an ideal choice for those who seek the peace and tranquillity of rural living without completely giving up access to everyday services.

The village itself has a local grocery store and a regularly visiting mobile shop, while the nearby village of Almamellék is only a 5-minute drive away for larger shopping trips, administrative matters, and essential services. Almamellék offers a primary school, kindergarten, nursery, medical clinic, and pharmacy, ensuring that the necessities of daily life remain conveniently accessible.

The regional centre of Szigetvár can be reached in approximately 20 minutes and provides a full range of amenities, including supermarkets, specialty stores, secondary schools, outpatient healthcare services, a hospital, and numerous other facilities.

The greatest advantage of the property's location, however, is not what can be found nearby, but what cannot. There is no through traffic, no urban noise, and no crowded streets. From the terrace and garden, the view extends across the gently rolling hills of the Zselic region, where wooded ridges, meadows, open fields, and green valleys unfold across the horizon.

An additional opportunity worth mentioning is that the neighbouring property is also currently available for purchase. This may be particularly attractive for larger families, those considering multi-generational living, or groups of friends looking to spend time together while still maintaining their own private space and independence.

I would be pleased to provide further information by phone regarding the neighbouring property and the possibility of purchasing both properties together.

If you feel that this home and its surroundings reflect the lifestyle you have been searching for, please do not hesitate to get in touch. I would be delighted to show you the property in person and introduce you to the many qualities that photographs and descriptions alone cannot fully capture.

The Energy Performance Certificate is currently being prepared.