BEAUTIFULLY REFORMED TRADITONAL CORTIJO

An extremely well-renovated country cortijo located in the Los Pardos area of Taberno. The 7 bedroom property sits within a plot of over 19,000m² and measures 422m² with an additional storeroom/workshop measuring 75m².

Whilst the quality of construction and presentation have to be seen to be appreciated, the sheer size and location of this property lend themselves to a whole host of possibilities, including a B&B, yoga retreat or simply a huge family home.

Currently the 2-storey cortijo boasts 7 bedrooms & 4 bathrooms. The main living quarters are located on the first floor with the guest accommodation below. There is further scope to develop additional accommodation on the first floor (this work has been started but not finished). The property also benefits from a large integral garage and a huge detached workshop with tiled floors and water, electric & drainage connections.

The rural location is idyllic with stunning surrounding views and plenty of peace & quiet. There are neighbours around, so the property is not totally isolated. The area is excellent for activities such as country walks, mountain biking, bird watching etc. Taberno village is a short 10 -15 minute drive away and here you will find basic amenities, including a doctors surgery and a street market every Friday morning. Nearby is the village of Santopetar which is home to a bar/restaurant. Huercal-Overa is the region´s major town with a hospital, many shops, supermarkets, bars, restaurants, sports and leisure facilities and this is approx. 20 minutes´ drive from the house. Almeria´s stunning coastline with resorts such as Mojacar, Garrucha, Vera Playa are approx. 45 minutes´ away.

As mentioned previously, the property has been renovated to an incredibly high standard using quality materials, fixtures & fittings. Much of the cortijo´s original character has been retained, with rustic floor tiles, exposed wooden ceiling beams, traditional doors and thick stone walls etc.

Access to the house is via tarmac, with the last 3km via a flat rambla (old river bed). The huge plot of land surrounds the property with many mature almond trees. The immediate grounds around the house have been laid to gravel and incorporate more mature plants & trees. Upon approach, the driveway leads to the front of the property. On the right, just before the house, there is another large building with caves which has not been renovated. At the front & side of the property there is plenty of space for parking, whilst opposite the house is an old water irrigation balsa which has previously been used as a fish pond. This could potentially be converted into a plunge pool. To the right of the property is a walled courtyard which could be used to enclose an above ground pool & sun terrace.

The main living space used by the vendors is located on the first floor. A terrace leads to the front door with a separate utility room on the right. There is a spacious lounge with an open plan & modern kitchen. The lounge boasts a log burning fire and the vendors have tried to keep as many original features as possible, yet with a modern twist. Features include exposed ceiling beams, new windows with shutters, stable door etc. A door opposite then leads into the dining room with 3 double bedrooms and a family bathroom leading from here. Another door from the third bedroom then leads to a section of the house that is not yet developed. This space consists of 2 large rooms and another smaller room. These rooms could be converted into further bedrooms and a bathroom. An internal staircase could also be added to link this space up with the apartment below.

On the ground floor, you will find inter-connected apartments which offer a variety of configurations. Apartment 1 boasts a reception hall with utility room & water heater on the left. To the right is a shower room with a spacious kitchen/diner with log fire straight ahead. A door on the right opens into the spacious lounge with external door out to the front of the property. Off the lounge are two double bedrooms, an office area and, finally, a corridor leading to a shower room and third bedroom.

An interchangeable door here opens into Apartment 2 which features a fitted kitchenette with dining area and an external door to the front of the property. To the right from the kitchen is a large bedroom/lounge area with recessed arches. An arch from the dining area leads to a hallway accessing another shower room and a utility cupboard.

The layout is completed by a huge integral garage with motorized up & over door. To the rear of the garage is a utility room with washing machine and back up water deposit. A door from here leads out to the rear pathway stretching the full length of the property.

To summarize, this well-reformed traditional cortijo features plenty of modern touches, yet retains its original Andalucian character. The property is connected to mains electricity & water. Internet is also available.