Andalucian Country Living

This picturesque cottage lies on the outskirts of the village offering a very peaceful location with stunning views yet within walking distance of the centre of town.  It is distributed over two floors and with a large covered terrace on the top that leads into a charming sitting room with beamed ceilings and open fireplace, comfortable en-suite bedroom and separate guest toilet.  Downstairs there is another bathroom and rustic but very well equipped kitchen and dining area leading onto the lower covered terrace and winding path to the pool.  The property would make a wonderful weekend retreat or permanent home.  There is a possibility to add a further bedroom and bathroom.  It is currently rented out for vacation rentals at approximately 500 euros per week.

Plot:  10.000m2  Built: 70m2 (not including terraces)  Bedrooms: 1  Bathrooms:  2.5  Good sized swimming pool  Price:  225.000 euros.

This charming little farmhouse oozes character and is nestled in the valley sitting between two streams surrounded by rolling countryside.  Although it is very private and secluded it is only 10 minutes walk into the village of Estacion de Cortes.  The house is essentially 3 bedrooms.  The master bedroom has a stunning en-suite bathroom with views over the stream and trees from the bath.  There is a shower room downstairs.  Open plan dining area into the kitchen with brand new units and a cosy living room with wood burner and a separate office/study area.  There is an abundance of fruit trees, flowers and a vegetable garden.  Lovely outside patio with dining area to the front and back.  Enclosed paddock ideal for keeping horses.  Tool shed, wood shed with original brick bread oven, and a paved sun terrace with lovely views across the valley and a wooden hut with pergola and hammocks.   Ideal for hiking, walking, horseriding and wildlife.  Also it is a stones throw away from La Casa de Piedra, a Mozarab church around the 9th century where Christians living under Moorish rule could practice their faith in secret locations.

Plot:  20.000m2   Built:  100m2  Bedrooms:  3  Bathrooms:  2  Price:  350.000 euros

Nothing like this available in this highly desirable well known location.  A great place with a lot of charm, recently built by the owners whose previous experience shines through in every respect of this property.  2 very good sized en suite bedrooms, open plan living room and dining area leading onto a large terrace with views to Gibraltar and the coast of Africa.  There is another large terrace with a good sized swimming pool.  To the back there is a courtyard with a water feature.  The views are all around, El Hacho Mountain to the left, Gibraltar to to the fore and the stunning mountains of Cortes behind.  An harmonious home in a unique setting.

Plot:  25000m2  Built:  154m2   Bedrooms:  2   Bathrooms:  2  Private Pool  Price:  395.000 euros

Situated close to the’ white village’ of Gaucin ( Malaga Province ), on the edge of the Serrania de Ronda, with open views across to the Parque Natural de los Alcornocales and towards Gibraltar, this 3.2 hectare property has been developed over the last 8 years by the existing owners in this area of outstanding natural beauty, which is a centre for rural tourism. There is easy access to the local villages of Gaucin, San Pablo de Buceite, and Jimena de la Frontera and it is a 40 minutes drive to the coast.  Malaga, Gibraltar and Jerez de la Frontera airports are within an easy drive.

New deeds to the property have been prepared and there are licenses /permissions for the development.  The equestrian business is licensed and provides hacking out, lessons and livery services on a small scale, but would be capable of expansion.  The property has mains electricity and a 40.000 litre water deposit.

The House

Newly built in 2006/7 the house( 100 m sqd),has  2 bedrooms,      Bathroom with walk in shower and washing machine point,   Fully fitted, open plan pine kitchen, with marble top work surfaces, Open plan dining area and sitting room with wood burning stove, spiral staircase leading to balcony with office and 2^nd bedroom area, walk in wardrobe off main bedroom, large loft storage area, entrance porch leading to entrance hallway, fully double glazed windows with roller shutters, 3 French windows overlooking magnificent views, large,covered terrace. The current owners have permission to extend the house by approx. 44 m sqd.

The Stables

-          180 m sqd stable block to American barn design, comprising 14 loose boxes (design allows for segregation of stallions), 8 boxes of which have automatic drinkers. Enclosed secure tack room.

-          Hay store.

-          Store/tool shed.

-          Large dog kennel.

-          2 sand schools, one being circular for lunging.

-          Approx. 2.5 hectares of grazing.

 Plot.   32.000m2   Built:  100m2  Bedrooms:  2  Bathroom: 1  Price 425.000 euros.

Lovely finca situated close to the village with beautiful views of the village to the north, to the east panoramic views of the Bermeja mountain range and to the northwest the Hacho Mountain.  At the ridge to the south of the land there are views to Gibraltar, Africa and the Crestellina mountain.  This quiet rural property is a perfect country retreat, accessed by a country road in good condition.  It has been  beautifully renovated with local stone floors throughout and brand new comfortable furnishings.  Downstairs there is a fully equipped kitchen, dining room with fireplace, ample covered terrace for dining, 1 ensuite bedroom and a unility/laundry room.    Upstairs there is a living room with fireplace which goes onto an open terrace with fantastic views and a further en-suite bedroom.  

Plot::  31.933m2  Built:  120m2  Bedrooms: 2  Bathrooms: 2  Pool  Price:  550.000 euros 

Country villa close to Gaucin with some of the best views in the area, Gibraltar, Africa, Crestalina Mountain and the Genal River valley. At present the structure is nearly complete giving the purchaser the opportunity to finish to their own standards and make a truly spectacular home. Set in the midst of the most stunning countryside the house consists of 4 en-suite bedrooms with walk in closets, beamed ceilings, floor to ceiling windows that take advantage of the panoramic views, large living room with firelplace and opening directly onto the terrace. Large covered terraces, entrance hall, utility room, downstairs cloakroom, mains water and electricity.

Plot: 49.200m2 Built: 360 Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 4 Price: 850.000 

A spectaular home nestled under the rocks of the castle on the edge of the village with commanding views over the mountains to the Mediterranean, Gibraltar and the Rif Mountains.  One enters through the old convent doors into the hallway where the circular sculpted staircase is the main feature.  The house is on three levels and has been built to a very high standard with underfloor heating and extensive terracing throughout to take advantage of the many stunning views.  Each of the three bedroom suites are on a different levels and so very private with french doors leading onto terraces or balconies. The living room, dining room, and kitchen are on the middle floor, forming the nucleus of the house.  The large living room has four sets of french windows, high ceilings, open fireplace and a covered terrace running the full length.  The grand dining room is across the hallway and there is a seperate cosy sitting room for watching tv and relaxing.  In the kitchen there are beamed ceilings, painted wood cabinets and a professional gas cooker with a large seperate seating area for more informal occasions.  The master bedroom suite has terraces on two side, a double Jacuzzi bathroom, and a seperate room leading off that is currently used as an office.  A large private garden with a salt water hexagonal swimming pool is an harmonious mix of Japanese and Mediterranean with decorative stonework and brickwork, a walkway incorporating arches and pillars and a latticework roof,  pebble garden, water cascade and of course numerous varieties of beautiful plants.

Plot:  3000m2  Built:  465m2  Terraces:  200m2  Bedrooms: 3  Bathrooms: 4  Price:  895.000 euros.

Secluded but not isolated country home set in a very private estate, being one of only three houses on a platueau of 23 hectares with views that you dream of!!!  The house was designed by the owners to live in and offers a modern and very comfortable lifestyle.  3 large en-suite bedrooms plus the master bedroom with a corner spa bath and shower.  There is a large entrance hall leading onto a very spacious open plan living area.   Floor to ceiling windows overlooking the fabulous views and extensive terraces.  Large wood burning stove, huge galley style kitchen and seperate dining area.  Underfloor heating in the bathrooms and central living area, satellite tv, double glazed windows, insulated pull down sun/storm shades, water softening system, power showers, mains water and electricity. Large heated swimming pool of 15m x 5m. There is also a charming seperate 50m2 guest cottage providing a sitting room, kitchenette and 1 bedroom with bathroom.   There is the possibility to purchase further pastureland together with a 3 bedroom apartment over 128m2 barn consisting of a field shelter, 2  box stalls, hay barn, storage area and henhouse (price to be negotiated).

Plot:  38.800m2  Built;  386m2  Bedrooms:  5  Bathrooms:  5  Large Private swimming pool  Price:  950.000 

Fantastic country villa nearing completion offering spectacular views down to Gibraltar, Africa, Crestalina Mountain. 4 ensuite bedrooms, two having their own large private terraces, large open plan living area and kitchen with floor to ceiling windows, terraces, very good access and only minutes from the village.  At present their is the opportunity to purchase the villa and finish to one´s own requirements. 

Plot:  33000m2  Built: 340m2  Bedrooms: 4  Bathrooms: 4  Price 1.000.000 euros (as is) finished 1.200.000 euros

A charming hotel located in the heart of the village of Gaucin and featured in numerous guide books.  No attention to detail has been spared and the owners have lovingly restored this large ancient village house into a cosy haven of tranquility.  Hand made terracotta tile floors, basins and  ironwork have been used extensively throughout from the local aretsans.  There are 5 large en suite bedrooms, 4 with jacuzzi bathrooms and all offering spectacular views to Gibraltar and the Atlas Mountains of Morocco.  The ground floor is a successful restaurant where the old  wine press has been preserved.  At the top of the house is a relaxing terrace.  This property offers many opportunties, a substantial private family home, or an existing well established  hotel business.  The property is being sold furnished apart from personal effects and could produce an immediate income.  Price 1.200.000 euros plus IVA

Rural country house situated between Gaucin and Jimena, with spectacular views over rolling countryside towards Jimena and Gibraltar. There are two seperate houses.  The main house has a large living room with woodburning stove, large country kitchen, utility room, 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom with a seperate guest toilet.  Below the main house is the second house which is rented out for holiday rentals.  It consists of 2 bedrooms and a bathroom, a seperate guest apartment with sitting room, bedroom, bathroom and kitchen.  There is a possibility to extend the house.  Mains water, electricity and telephone and access is by a very good 3 minute track.

Plot:  28.900m2  Built:  335m2  Bedrooms:  6  Bathrooms  4  Private Pool  Price:  1.300.000 euros.

Wonderful equestrian property nestled in its own valley below the village of Gaucin.  There are two separate houses adjoined by a patio.  The main house is approximately 200m2 with a large living room with fireplace and underfloor heating and good sized kitchen.  The en suite master bedroom is the whole of the top floor and has its own balcony and study with superb views to Africa and Gibraltar.  There is a good sized en suite second bedroom.  The second house has been divided into two making two seperate guest cottages offering a total of 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and 2 kitchens with a seperate utility area.  Outside there is a large traditional barn with stables, crew yard and large storage area.  The property is within walking distance of the village and has a garden with fruit trees and land for grazing.

Plot 80.000m2, Built 400m2, Price 1.400.000 euros

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A newly built country villa set in stunning countryside yet only 1k from the village.  Entrance hall leading to a fully fitted kitchen with dining room.  Large master bedroom with en suite bathroom and two further bedrooms sharing the other bathroom.  All the bedrooms have terraces looking out over the beautiful countryside.  Good sized living room with fireplace.  Outside terraces and garden areas with infinity pool.  Mains electricity and water.

Plot:  19000m2  Built:  415m2  Terraces:  100m2  Bedrooms:  3  Bathrooms:  2

Pool:  Infinity  Price:  1.400.000 euros.

Newly constructed cortijo finished to the highest standards but with traditional touches throughout, original hand made tiles, and fabulous antique doors.  The stunning open views down to Gibraltar, North Africa  and Crestallina Mountain are breathtaking.  The lower floor consists of a large open plan room creating a comfortable sitting room with fireplace, ample dining room and fireplace, kitchen, utility area and store room plus guest toilet.  Upstairs there is a large master bedroom with ensuite bathroom and dressing room and a further two en-suite bedrooms.  Seperate from the main house in the courtyard area there is a further bedroom and bathroom which would make a very good office.  Outside to the front of the house a very large terrace to make the most of the views and at the back a lovely private courtyard.  A very peaceful location yet only 5 minutes from the village.

Plot:  30.000m2 approx  Built:  360m2  Bedrooms:  4  Bathrooms:  4  Price: 1.500.000

Charming country villa with separate guest cottage close to the village with stunning views of the surrounding mountains and countryside.  Large country style kitchen with dining area and fireplace.    3 bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms.  Good sized sitting room with fireplace leading out onto covered terraces with dining areas and tranquil reading spots.  The guest cottage is a short distance away and consists of a lovely open plan kitchen and sitting room with a separate double bedroom and bathroom.  There is a good sized swimming pool and grassed lawn areas.  Tranquil location yet close to the village.  Highly recommended.  Price 1.700.000 euros