Andalucia, Almería, Oria, Spain

This stone-built cortijo is set in a peaceful location in El Campillo de Purchena surrounded by almond groves, with far-reaching views of the forest and mountains.

The main house offers six bedrooms, a bathroom, a shower room, three living rooms, a utility area, a wash room with toilet and plumbing for a shower, and a spacious double-aspect kitchen. A new extension, constructed to modern building regulations with steel, concrete, and insulated cavity walls, has further enhanced the property. All windows have been replaced with high-quality wooden double-glazed units, ensuring both efficiency and character. Heating is provided by two wood-burning stoves, making the house comfortable throughout the year. The property also benefits from a central heating installation but you would need to install a boiler for the system to be complete.

The property benefits from its own well, mains electricity, and a full rewire. Outside, there is an 8x4m solar-heated swimming pool that enjoys open views across the almond groves and surrounding hills. A large garage currently serves as storage but is fully equipped with electricity and prepared for water and sewerage connections, offering potential for further use. Attached to the house are several large stable areas, and to the front, a further shed provides additional storage.

The cortijo sits within its own grounds, which include mature oak and almond trees along with a once productive vegetable patch. The plot is watered by grey water from the house and has yielded strong crops of Mediterranean vegetables, creating an opportunity for self-sufficiency. The setting combines privacy and rural charm while still being close to everyday conveniences.

The village of Campillo is a 10-12 minute walk or a few minutes drive (950 meters) along a dirt track and offers a bar, shop and church. For families, a school bus collects children for the nearby school in Oria, a lively town with a wide range of amenities. This cortijo offers a rare chance to enjoy traditional Andalusian living in a well-maintained home, with space, character and modern comforts already in place.