This is a stunning and unique south-facing detached property set in a beautiful spot named by the Moors and known locally as Magiaza, the Magic Valley. Located near Riogordo and Colmenar it is surrounded by very old oak and olive trees, plus almonds and fig, and has sensational views of the countryside and coast.
The entrance to the property, via the driveway, leads to a large parking area which could site a garage. An attractive bridge takes us to the front entrance and veranda which overlooks the land with its tropical garden and plants. The house itself has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, a large lounge and dining area, a kitchen with door leading to the rear terrace and herb garden. Two of the bedrooms lead onto a large upper terrace which has views of the surrounding mountains and down to the sea.
There are many special features throughout the property giving it the feel of a rustic house but with modern amenities such as pre-installation for gas central heating, security functions within the stucture of the double walls, 7mm glass windows etc. The materials used throughout are of the highest quality, including olive wood features above the windows and specially treated wooden doors with porcelin handles.
The house is situated between two small streams which have been turned into a feature incorporating the bridge to cross to the front entrance. The streams are enclosed with a base of conctete and then covered with rocks to blend into the natural surroundings. The property is enclosed with a wooden fence which again complements the countryside and reflects the style of the whole house.
There is a private well with fresh water, the quality of which is been controlled to gain maximum purity.
At the back of the house there is a small store house for the large gas bottles, this is easily accessed by a small concrete path that runs all the way to the door.
There is lots of flat land suitable for horses and with plenty of space for a pool.
The owner offers to the buyer, included in the asking price, either a fitted kitchen, radiators for central heating or an 8x4 metre pool.
Colmenar is situated 35 kilometres from Malaga and 35 kilometres from Rincon de la Victoria and the beaches of the Mediterranean Costa del Sol, in the Axarquia region of Andalucia. The economy of Colmenar is based on agriculture, livestock farming and several food and drink industries including the production of honey. In the surrounding countryside there are numerous beehives from which the town name was derived (´colmena´ is Spanish for beehive). Colmenar has an altitude of 700 metres and a population of 3,600.
Riogordo is situated 39 kilometres from Malaga and 46 kilometres from the coast at Torre del Mar. It has an altitude of 400 metres and a population of 2,700.
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