Andalucia, Almería, Albox, Spain

Large renovated semi-detached cortijo with 7 bedrooms, swimming pool and outstanding views, located within a few minutes' drive to the town of Albox.  Presented in good condition, the house only needs a little updating to become a lovely family home with the option of rental income.
The house is located in an elevated position, and the access driveway is shared with the adjoining property.  Double electric gates open onto a paved area that surrounds the house on three sides, offering ample space for parking. 
The double traditional wooden doors at the front of the house open into a hallway, with a double bedroom on each side.  An arch opens into the full length lounge /diner.  This room benefits from a fireplace at one end and some lovely traditional features.  A door at the end of the lounge leads to the spiral staircase to the first floor. A set of double wooden and glass doors open into the kitchen, which is fully fitted with wooden units.  The shower room is set off the kitchen and to the other side of the kitchen is a further double bedroom.  The back doors leads to the rear patio area, a large garage, plus a small store room and a small workshop.  Across from the house, a building houses a second kitchen and shower room with a covered seating area to one side.

The first floor of the house can be reached via the internal spiral staircase or via an exterior staircase, making it ideal for conversion into a separate dwelling.  At the top of the internal stairs, a corridor gives access to on the left a cloakroom and a double bedroom. At the end of the corridor is a very spacious bedroom with fitted wardrobes.  To the right-hand side, a door gives access to a seating area with a door to two further bedrooms, both doubles, one of which is very spacious and benefits from fitted wardrobes.

The outside surrounding the house is paved with flower beds, with a fenced-off area with fruit trees alongside the outdoor kitchen. The swimming pool is set in a tiled, gated and secure area, with pool shower. The property benefits from two separate areas of land planted with a mixture of olive, almond and fruit trees.  The largest area is set to the side and front of the house, and comprises several terraces.  The second plot of land is set just across the road and is also planted with trees, and one of the water deposits for the house is located in this area the other alongside the outdoor kitchen area.