Andalucia, Granada, Montefrío, Spain

Delightful country home in a quiet, rural location in the hills around a lush river valley of ancient water mills.

The 3 bedroom cortijo is only a short drive from the desirable town of Montefrio, with its historic monuments and plenty of life and activities.

The driveway leads up from the track to a parking area for several cars, with lovely country views. Passing a store shed, where the well is located, supplying water to the property to a walled pool patio with an above ground splash pool to keep cool in the heat of summer, as well as outdoor seating and sofas.

The delightful brickwork terrace leads to the front of the house which is shaded by a rustic cane pergola cover, creating a beautiful outdoor area to enjoy under the dappled shade of the cane, a true outdoor living room.

Beyond the front area of the house is a further patio area decorated with stone detail and built-in seating, shaded with a sail, plus a small installations shed. At the far end is a barbecue and chill-out terrace, perfect for outdoor eating and entertaining.

The front door of the house leads into an enchanting open plan living and dining room area, with plenty of rustic features, such as rustic floor tiles, beams and cane ceilings, creative, rustic lighting and traditional wooden windows with Andalusian wooden shutters. There is also an exposed stone wall and a pellet burner stove for cosy winter evenings.

To the far left, passing by the open plan staircase, is a downstairs bathroom with a large walk-in shower, and beyond, the fully fitted kitchen, with an opening through the thick walls to a handy utility room. The kitchen is rustic style too, but with modern, colourful units that compliment perfectly this delightful house.

Upstairs there is a simply delightful bedroom, with gabled sloping ceilings and beams, offering comfort and serenity. The landing leads to the second bathroom, again with a large walk-in shower area, and modern tiles that work perfectly with the rustic surroundings. The bathroom has an electric towel. Next is bedroom 2, currently used as a dressing room and sewing room with build in wardrobes, but it could also work well as an office. At the far end is bedroom 3, another lovely room and similar in style to bedroom 1.

The views from all rooms area lovely and there is a feeling of calm throughout the house.

Adjoining the house is a useful laundry room and store room, which has the potential to be used as an extra bedroom, office or art studio.

This delightful property offers peace, tranquility, serenity. and the chance to have an exquisite base in this beautiful part of inland Andalusia.

Property Summary

- Plot : 3,000m2

- House 145m2 on two floors

- Rustic features, total comfort

- Above ground splash pool included

- Beautiful views and country surroundings

- 15 mins to Montefrio

- Fully registered

- Council tax/IBI: 283 EUR p. a.

- Mains electricity, own water

- Solar panels generating electricity.

REFERENCE: 255086