Murcia, Ricote Valley, Ricote, Spain

Ref. EXP13971
PROPERTY LOCATION.
The house is nestled in the heart of Murcia, specifically in the Campo de Ricote region, within the territorial boundaries of Blanca, Ricote, Abarán, Mula, and Cieza. It sits at a crossroads, between mountain ranges and at the foot of the Rambla de Benito, which forms the Charrara stream before flowing into the Segura River. The quickest access is from Blanca or Mula via a fully paved mountain road leading directly to the property. It is also very close to the thermal spas of Archena, Mula, and Fortuna Leana, and just 45 minutes from the Mediterranean Sea.
PROPERTY DESCRIPTION:
The property comprises approximately 4,500 m2 distributed across three main terraces. The first two terraces are planted with 22 centuries-old olive trees that produce over 150 liters of oil annually. The property is fully fenced and enclosed, creating a private, secure, and easily protected setting. Due to its inverted topography, access is via the first terrace (1) after the main iron gate. This is the highest point, descending through pine trees to the parking area on the second terrace (2), which has space for six vehicles and maneuvering. Two of these spaces are covered, serving as a carport, and there is also a tool shed and other service areas.
On this same terrace, in a corner overlooking the promenade, there is a charming swimming pool with a solarium offering unbeatable views, as well as an elevated astronomical viewpoint, a small children's play area, and a dog kennel or chicken coop, depending on preference. From this level, a loading ramp or double staircase leads to the main entrance of the building on the third terrace (3). The entire building is distributed across several floors, dominated by its imposing round cube of Arab origin (12th century), where the old irrigation channel flows down to the industrial area of the flour mill, which was originally powered by this water. On this same third (3) terrace, there is an access with an iron gate to the organic garden where we find a fenced spring pond, which is a water source within the property, as well as a viewpoint with a stone as a table from where the entire building can be seen. Also on this level is a shed with everything needed for barbecues (wood-fired oven, Argentinian BBQ, stove, griddle, and paella wheel (gas-powered)), providing a perfect complement to the building's interior kitchen.
BUILDING (HOUSE AND MILL)
It is distributed across four (4) inverted floors (being a waterwheel mill, it is built on a slope to accumulate water in a large tank). In total, it has six (6) double bedrooms, one of which is larger, with its own full bathroom. It has a dining room/living room adjacent to the kitchen, and a sitting room. The building can be understood as two separate houses. Floors -1 and -2 comprise a two-bedroom apartment with its own two bathrooms, a full kitchen, a sitting room, and a living/dining room with a French fireplace. Below this level, the mill begins, comprising floors -3 and below.
Adventure sports can be enjoyed here; the location is superb, situated within a Special Protection Area for Birds (SPA) of the network. natura2000 in the Rambla de Charrara. The area has several businesses and is close to the Segura River, where rafting trips are available between Cieza and Blanca. There are also two thermal spas nearby, one in Mula and the other in Archena. Several castles are within easy reach, and the property includes three air conditioning units (heating and cooling): one in each of the living rooms and one in the upstairs bedroom. It also features a 5500kW auxiliary generator, a 1000-liter reserve water tank, and a recycling area, all compliant with regulations. Additionally, it has 3500kW solar panels with a 950 amp battery (approximately 22kW) for free exterior lighting.
This property can be used as a residence or run as a guesthouse, at the buyer's discretion.
The price does not include expenses or taxes.