Lubrín, Almería, Andalusia, Spain

Tucked away in the peaceful hamlet of Los Risas de Fuenblanquilla, this beautifully presented home is a truly special property, combining traditional Spanish character with modern, stylish touches to create a warm and inviting rural retreat.

Surrounded by peaceful countryside, lovely neighbours and incredible views, it offers a genuine escape while remaining conveniently located. Lubrín is approx. 20 minutes away, Arboleas 15 minutes, and Albox 20-25 minutes, while the beaches and coastal resorts of Mojácar and Vera are approximately 35-40 minutes away.

On the ground floor, the property immediately impresses with its charming rustic barn door, opening into a welcoming interior full of character. To the right is a cosy living room with a wood-burning stove, creating a warm and atmospheric space during the cooler months. Opposite is a generously sized bedroom, offering excellent flexibility for family or guests.

Straight ahead, the beautiful dining room provides a wonderful space for entertaining and enjoying meals with family and friends, while also giving access to the first-floor staircase. A charming snug with another fireplace offers a cosy retreat, ideal as a reading room, quiet lounge or relaxation space.

From the dining room, a hallway leads through to the modern contemporary kitchen, thoughtfully designed to retain the property's rural Spanish charm. The kitchen boasts generous worktop space and storage, together with a washing machine, fridge/freezer, five-ring hob and air conditioning. A useful pantry provides additional storage. This level is completed by a stylish bathroom featuring both a bath and walk-in shower, with modern finishes complemented by traditional Spanish influences.

One of this property's greatest highlights is the beautiful outdoor space. Patio doors from the kitchen open directly onto the rear garden, where a lovely seating area sits beneath a beautiful bougainvillea, adding colour and quintessential Andalusian character. There is also a dedicated outdoor dining area, perfect for meals in the sunshine or evenings beneath the stars. Steps lead down to the recently installed 7 x 4m swimming pool, beautifully positioned to maximise the countryside setting and views. The stylish pool area provides an ideal space for relaxing and entertaining.

At the end of the pool area, there is an option to purchase additional non-urban land, offering exciting potential to extend the outdoor space. This could be ideal for growing vegetables, planting fruit trees or creating a productive garden. An outbuilding currently used as a gym and storage area provides further useful space for exercise, hobbies or storage.

Back in the property, the first floor is centred around a spacious hallway leading to the bedrooms and bathroom. The first bedroom is currently used as a dressing room. The second bedroom is particularly attractive, offering generous proportions, beautiful natural light and two doors opening onto a private terrace. The room also boasts air conditioning. Opposite is the second bathroom, beautifully presented with modern finishes and traditional Spanish character, featuring a walk-in shower. The third bedroom is another good-sized room with air conditioning and doors opening onto a private terrace, overlooking the swimming pool and countryside beyond.

Together with the spacious ground floor bedroom, this property boasts four bedrooms in total, offering excellent flexibility for family living, guests, home office etc.

This is a home made for Andalusian living; the outdoor spaces are where this property truly comes alive. With two private first floor terraces, garden seating areas, a dedicated outdoor dining space and a stunning new swimming pool, there are countless opportunities to relax and enjoy the peaceful surroundings. As night falls, the setting becomes even more special, with clear skies and incredible views of the stars, away from the lights and noise of larger towns.

In addition, the property benefits from 12 solar panels, helping to keep electricity costs to a minimum. As mentioned previously, there is also air conditioning and 2 wood-burning stoves providing comfort throughout the year.

To summarize, this is a charming Spanish home in a peaceful rural setting, yet within easy reach of local towns and the coast. A home that offers the very best of rural Andalusian living.