Property: Local Facilities -
The houses and garden are situated close together on the edge of the picturesque Barrio Bajo of Albunuelas. The stunning position of both properties affords wonderful, far-reaching Lecrin Valley views.
Albunuelas is a traditional White Village located in the scenic Lecrin Valley - which has been described in the Independent as one of the loveliest locations in the country. American Vogue has just described it as the “new Tuscany”. The Valley offers a window onto real Spain while still offering everything the holidaymaker needs - bank, shops, restaurants, tapas bars and swimming pools.
There are fantastic walks from the doorstep (the great GR7 walking route from Algeciras to Istabul passes through Albunuelas) and the Valley also offers horse riding, fishing, cycling etc. The property is also within easy reach (25 mins) of the great coves and beaches of the Costa Tropical (not too crowded), the beautiful Alpujarras and the historical city of Granada. The Sierra Nevada ski resort can be reached in 50 mins.
Tranquil spot in village - no passing cars (only donkeys) but free parking available in small plaza close by (1 min) or village car park (5 mins). If your driving skills are up to navigating the village streets like a local, there is also a parking spot almost adjacent to Casa Morisca.
House 1: Casa Morisca
A newly built, but traditional village house, finished to a very high standard. The property was completely restored in 2006 - with modern plumbing, heating, electrical wiring and sufficient electrical supply etc - so does not suffer the problems of many other village houses. It covers three floors with the bedroom and bathroom on the first two floors and the living room and kitchen upstairs with panoramic views of the mountains and Valley. The roof terrace boasts beautiful views of the Lecrin Valley and aRio Santo Gorge.
Restored with many thoughtful details - the house has traditional beamed ceilings, interesting alcoves and an attractive bathroom, as well as invisible comforts such as underfloor heating in winter and good showers with plentiful hot water. The living room also has a wood-burning stove for atmosphere in winter. The house offers a comfortable double bedroom - with attractive "Juliet Balcony". Most furnishings and equipment are included. Tapas bars, shops, restaurant, bank and pharmacy are within within walking distance.
This property also has the benefit of being officially registered with the Spanish Tourist Board and has an excellent rental history. The Tourist Board registration number enables advertising on sites reserved for 'Caja Rurals'. If buyers are interested in renting out for income, they can benefit from the owner's experience and existing ads already set up with the most effective holiday rentals websites.
House 2: Casa del Campo
House 2 and the accompanying land are situated at less than 50 ft distance from the main house. The second house is currently used as a store-house for the garden - but is another complete house with potential for reform.
The house is set on the edge of the village with magnificent views to the countryside and the Rio Santo gorge. Its location is unique for many reasons. It has open views to the stunning countryside and the land is situated right opposite the property. The house has a footprint of 30 m2 on the ground floor including a small yard. There are three existing floors, with potential for a roof terrace on top and the property presents a great opportunity for reform. This could easily be a lovely cottage in its own right. Scroll down for pictures (more supplied on request). The property has water and electricity.
The accompanying land is situated right opposite this property.
The Land
Sought after piece of land - as this is right on the edge of the village next to the houses (village houses do not usually have adjacent gardens). The land comprises a double plot of approx 800 m2 in total and includes an orange orchard and mature lemons, plums, apricots, grape vines and olives, plus a kitchen garden (pictures can be provided on request) and wonderful views. The land has irrigation water by the ingenious system of local water channels - which is very easy to manage.
This package presents is an opportunity to buy into a unique and beautiful area very cheaply and end up with the best of all worlds, two lovely village properties (perhaps one to live in and one to rent out) updated to modern standards and to your own wishes, plus over 800m2 of land with the best views you have ever seen. |