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San Pablo 4 bed 3 ha smallholding

October 3, 2019

San Pablo 4 bed and outbuildings

Delightful location set away from pretty country lane in San Pablo de Buceite. This rustic property was originally owned by a botanist and the range of rare trees is a pleasure to behold. The kitchen is accessed via the back door and is nearest to the swimming pool. It is big enough for a large kitchen table. Left of this is the sitting room with open fireplace. This room has direct access from the front door. 2 bedrooms and one bathroom are on this level. Upstairs, leading from the kitchen, are 2 further bedrooms and another bathroom and separate cloakroom. There is also space upstairs to make into a roof terrace. The main residence is 260 m2, the outbuliding nearby approx. 160 m2 and the one used as second residence approx 180 m2

Exterior Grounds and Out Buildings

The driveway was originally lined with rose bushes and some still remain. A large part of the gardens is also an orange grove and several pomegranate trees. Technically a 4 bed 3 bath property set within almost 4 hectares. There are also 2 large outbuildings. One of these is sub divided into pottery studio and store room for agricultural machinery etc. There is another property on the edge of the land heading north west. This also comes with the sale but does not have title deeds. The land and buildings form part of an inheritance split between cousins and a life interest which will be revoked on sale. The swimming pool is close to the main house and surrounded by trees. A very secluded and private location yet just off a country lane.

Possibility of Short and Long term Rentals

Currently, the main home is rented out for around 1,000€ a month long term. One of the current owners lives in the second home. But with some reform work, these could be run as a profitable Air BnB business. The main home has 2 outdoor areas for alfresco dining. One underneath Moscatel grape vines and the other near a barbecue area and ornamental fountain.

Water Rights Run with the Land

There are very important water rights which come with this land. Sufficient to irrigate not only these almost 30,000 m2 but many neighbours’ land as well. Very little is paid for this essentail right. In addition, there is mains water and mains electricity. The hot water runs off bottled gas and there is a lorry which visits the country lane every Thursday. This property and land serve as a wonderful example of a working farm/small holding. With pomegranates, oranges, mulberries etc grown for sale.

San Pablo de Buceite Village 3 km away

One of the attractions of this property is the privacy offered – juxtaposed with the proximity of shops, health centre, yoga classes, church etc in the village itself. As you can see, all spiritual and physical needs are attended to! There is even a post office open one hour a day Monday to Friday between 9 a.m. and 10 a.m. If you miss this – and many people do – the next available Post Office is in Jimena de la Frontera. Open every working day in the morning from 9 a.m. until 2 pm or 1 pm on Saturdays. San Pablo is part of the municipality of Jimena de la Frontera (population 12,000 including sub districts) but this small village has almost everything necessary on its own doorstep and is on the outskirts of the Los Alcornocales Natural Park.

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Sotogrande Los Altos South Villa

September 3, 2019

Property now sold

Bungalow Sotogrande Los Altos

Villa 4 bed 3 bath on one level – bungalow style. As you would expect, the main bedroom has a beautiful ensuite bathroom and ample walk in wardrobe with a lot of shelf space. Situated in an exclusive part of Sotogrande near Valderrama. This property is in the much sought after Los Altos de Sotogrande – in the southern section of this exclusive urbanization in Sotogrande. This is a large plot of 2,650 m2 and there is also a separate self contained property as you come in near the entrance. There is in addition a double garage, two outdoor jacuzzis, private swimming pool and perfectly manicured lawns. The living quarters are 300 m2 and the terrace is 80 m2, this means further additions are permitted within the urban bylaws.

Location Los Altos Near Valderrama Golf Course

This is a privileged area surrounded by greenery and touching the Valderrama golf course. Properties seldom become available due to the exclusivity of the post code. Ideally situated sufficiently near to arterial roads to access with ease yet with sufficient distance to be unaffected by their presence. Gibraltar airport is less than half an hour away by car and the shops, medical centres and restaurants are all a short drive away.

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4 bed long term rental with pool

June 2, 2019

Property now rented long term

Long Term Rental 750 €

Large 3 or 4 bed fully furnished property with pool and garage. Downstairs is the sitting room and separate dining room – (this can be used as a fourth bedrooom.) The kitchen and one of the bathrooms are also on the this floor. Leading from the kitchen is a covered terrace with decorative tiling and from this is an open patio which leads to the swimming pool and separate garage of 40 m2. Retracing your steps, back in the sitting room there is a marble staircase with wooden banisters that leads to the first floor. Incidentally, there are also stairs outside that lead up to one of the two terraces upstairs. The rest of this first floor consists of 3 bedrooms – 2 with terraces – and a bathroom.

Low Maintenance Property

Total built area is 228 m2 of which the living quarters are approximately 80 m2 on each floor. In summary, a large well maintained property with independent garage and a swimming pool. The house is accessed by two streets. Part of the patio is covered and acts as a perfect extra room almost all year round. Wonderful family property.

Standard References Required

This comfortable family sized property can be rented for only 750€ per month. Character and bank/solvency references required. The equivalent of 2 months’ rent as fully refundable deposit is also needed. The tenant pays water, fuel and WIFI bills. The landlord is responsible for council tax.

Property Also Available For Sale

In the event of an offer accepted for the sale of the property, tenants would be given 3 months’ notice. Sale details here.

Commute to Gibraltar

Estacion de Jimena is 30 minutes from the Gibraltar / La linea border. You can be in Gibraltar at your place of work within 40 minutes to an hour.

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2 bed 2 bath detached home San Pablo

June 2, 2019

Property Now Sold

Detached Rustic Property

Charming, 2 bed 2 bath, detached property in a pretty country lane. This rustic house is raised above garden level and can be accessed via the kitchen door at the front or back door at the side of the house near the swimming pool. The house is a typical country style property, consisting of a corridor with rooms coming off from it. The sitting room / dining room is at the end of the corridor and looks out onto the beautiful Andalusian foothills. The master bedroom has a stylish ensuite and the second bedroom shares the guest bathroom. In addition, there is a small office and delightful rustic style kitchen. The property is maintained to a very high standard. It benefits from all the home comforts: wood burner fired central heating with radiators throughout, plus air conditioning/heating in every room. It also has a beautiful garden, fenced off swimming pool and shaded verandah / pergola.

Beautiful Views of Los Alcornocales Natural Park.

At the bottom of the garden, next to the gate, are a car port and old stables now converted into large storage area. This building could be converted into a studio or workshop. The zone is protected and at the foot of the Los Alcornocales Natural Park. Only one residential property is allowed on each plot and the property must be one or two stories maximum. No high-rises allowed! The property is 100% legal and registered at Land Registry. The house’s title deeds also contain the swimming pool and outhouses. As you would expect, the house has electricity, mains drinking water and also access to water for irrigation.

Municipality of Jimena de la Frontera

Located in a small neighbourhood just outside the main village of San Pablo de Buceite some 800m away from the river Guadiaro. It is part of the borough of Jimena de la Frontera. This small nucleus consists of houses either side of a flower lined country lane, each sat within its own plot of approximately 500 – 1000 m2. This zone is popular with walkers and dog owners.

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4 bed and Pool Estacion Jimena

April 17, 2019

Large Family Property Estacion Jimena

Rented and no longer available.
This is a 3 or 4 bed property with pool and garage. Downstairs is the sitting room and separate dining room – (this can be used as a fourth bedrooom.) The kitchen and one of the bathrooms are also on the this floor. Leading from the kitchen is a covered terrace with decorative tiling and from this is an open patio which leads to the swimming pool and separate garage of 40 m2. Retracing your steps, back in the sitting room there is a marble staircase with wooden banisters that leads to the first floor. Incidentally, there are also stairs outside that lead up to one of the two terraces upstairs. The rest of this first floor consists of 3 bedrooms – 2 with terraces – and a bathroom.

Low Maintenance Property

The property is in a very good condition and the garden area is completely paved making maintenance very easy. There is also a covered storage area of 30 m2 for all of the garden furniture or to use as a small workshop. Total built area is 228 m2 of which the living quarters are approximately 80 m2 on each floor. In summary, a large well maintained property with independent garage and a swimming pool. The house is accessed by two streets.

Location Los Alcornocales Natural Park

Estacion de Jimena is approximately 3 km from the old village, but is a thriving community with local shops and cafes. It is within walking distance of a bird aviary and also walking distance to the train station and bank. Very popular area for families. This is on the edge of the Alcornocales Natural Park and also close to the exotic animals conservation park. (This is where animals that are smuggled illegally and stopped at customs are looked after.) This whole region forms part of the flight path for migratory birds coming to and from Africa and the park is also home to breeding birds of prey.

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10 hectare estate Jimena de la Frontera

November 30, 2018

Small Country Estate, Jimena de la Frontera

This property has now been sold.

Property with land Jimena de la Frontera. Set atop gently undulating foothills. Views from this south west facing property are truly fantastic. The estate consists of foothills, copses and meadows of almost 10 hectares. They include a natural water source – from one of the last uncaptured and unpolluted rivers, the Hozgarganta, plus man-made dew ponds. The main property, on 2 floors, has 7 bedrooms, 6 of them en-suite. The large entrance hall connects to the drawing / sitting room, large TV room, utility/laundry room, formal dining room and spacious country style fully-fitted kitchen. Central heating and air conditioning throughout, fitted wardrobes, marble floors, marble mantelpieces around the fireplaces and over 100 m2 of loggia and terraces around the exterior of the property.

Guest / Staff Accommodation

In addition, there is a lodge house of 2 bedrooms, sitting room and bathroom. Currently this is where the Estate Keeper / Groundsman lives but can also be used as guest accommodation. As expected, the property boasts a large swimming pool surrounded by loggia, terraces, pergola and pool house complete with 2 changing rooms. Naturally, there is also a storage area for garden equipment and for the water tank housing.

Stables

The stable block has 5 boxes, another partition for pigeons which could be converted to sixth box and an ostler’s / groom’s studio apartment. This section has not been used for some time and, metaphorically speaking, needs the cobwebs brushed away. Importantly, like the rest of the buildings, this is structurally sound although does require some reform and attention.

Location – Estacion de Jimena

Situated just outside Estacion de Jimena, also known as Los Angeles, it is nestled on the fringes of Los Alcornocales Natural Park with a small off-shoot of the river Hozgarganta running through the land. The source of the river Hozgarganta is La Sauceda, with an altitude of 160 meters. The river meanders along 35 kilometers, mostly through the beautiful Los Alcornocales Natural Park. Technically, a large tributary of the river Guadiaro, this river is one of the least polluted in Western Europe, being at the moment the only Andalusian river that does not have reservoirs set up along its basin.

The river travels through an ecological backdrop that nurtures and attracts many species. This estate also falls directly within the migratory path for birds coming from and going to Africa. You see storks, kites, honey buzzards, booted and short-toed eagles and Egyptian vultures to name but a few. The land is well maintained and has eucalyptus, carob, cork and even gall oak trees as well as orange and avocado orchards. There is a lot of wood that can be harvested as part of the forestry management – a resource that has been overlooked as yet. The property and land look east towards the famous white village and castle of Jimena de la Frontera, west towards Gibraltar and south towards the Costa del Sol.

In summary

Almost 10 hectares of land, (9,850m2), a 7 bed main house (563m2), 2 bedroomed guest house (86 m2), stables with a studio (157m2), garage for 2 cars and 2 storage rooms (83m2) including large water tank facility. Outdoor amenities are; pool house with dressing rooms; showers and toilet (56m2); swimming pool (16m x 5,5m); and more than 100m2 of covered terraces topped off with well manicured and landscaped gardens. Supplied with the following finishes: marble floors and fireplaces, satellite TV, Telephone, Internet. Fitted wardrobes, Air conditioning and Central heating. There is also a separate irrigation system plus river source for the land. Estate reduced by 500,000 €. Terrific value.

IBI (Council Tax) approx 2,900 € per annum.