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5 bed beach side Sotogrande

June 30, 2023

5 Bed near Octogono Beach Club

Beautiful apartment. 5 bed, ground-floor, beach side property in prime location near Octogono in Sotogrande. Exceptional south and south west facing views. Space for entertaining family and friends. Rare chance to enjoy the space of a villa without the maintenance headaches. Formerly 2 ground floor adjoining apartments a 3 bed and a 2 bed converted into one. There are fitted wardrobes, 2 walk-ins, 4 bath rooms, wide hall and passageways, a large dining area which leads into an equally expansive sitting room. The huge terraced area and gardens are reached from sitting room or dining room. This conversion provides open space which amplifies the magic and beauty of the place and allows you to furnish the property in an unrestricted way. Positioned in the best block in Paseo del Rio, surrounded by gardens and front-line beach.

Pillars of Hercules

There is something profound about looking out on the British Principality of Gibraltar and the Atlas Mountains of Morocco. These ‘Pillars of Hercules’ have attracted poets, painters and authors for millennia. Perhaps there are other vantage points that give similar views but you will not better them. This property looks out over it all; Africa, Gibraltar, the Med and the Guadiaro estuary. A rare opportunity. In addition there are 2 underground parking spaces and a basement office with natural light and windows.

Build approx 254 m2, terraces 60 m2 and gardens 100 m2 PLUS PRIVATE ACCESS TO BEACH

Wonderful location in Sotogrande

Highly desirable for summer holiday makers. Amazing sunsets AND sunrises from the comfort of your own home. This zone commands amazing rents in July and August. More and more people are choosing to rent out their second homes and even relocating from their primary residence for the summer months to cover housing costs for the rest of the year. Holiday makers come from diverse places – Madrid, Seville, Montecarlo, the Middle East and Argentina, lured by the spectacular offerings of beach, water sports, golf, tennis and polo. This property is at the heart of everything. Located beach side, metres from the mythical Octogano beach club and the best chiringuitos, including Gigi’s. The tennis club near the bridge to Paseo del Parque is almost in touching distance, Polo Fields only 5 minutes by car, 20 minutes on foot where you can find royalty and fashionistas enjoying the sport of kings. You can catch the boat taxi from Gigi’s to the ‘new’ port restaurants – for example Ké or Midas. Amble over to the restaurants at Levante Ribera del Marlin where you find the ever popular Sunday Market.

Outgoings Easily Recouped

IBI and Community of Owners Approx 9,000 € per annum. This can be recouped in a few days’ rental in July or August. Also possible to buy a share in Octogono Beach Club for access to tennis courts and pool at heavily discounted rates. A lifestyle choice property at a price you can afford. Available for only 1,590,000 euros. View now.

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San Pablo 4 Bed Long Term

July 10, 2022

Off the Market

San Pablo de Buceite Converted Watermill

To rent 4 bed 4 bath – all ensuites. Privileged riverside location. This reformed property is on the same plot of land as a further 4 bed property where the owner lives. There are extensive grounds, air conditioning, underfloor heating, wood burner and a plunge pool.

Long Term Let

Available to rent long term for 1,200€ per month from September 2022. Water included. Share costs of electricity. There are solar panels for electricity and any utility electricity bills will be small.

Privileged Riverside Location

On the west bank of the Guadiaro River, this property has its own private beach. The property is located 3 km from the village of San Pablo de Buceite. The first 1.5 km the road is tarmacked, the last 1.5 km is a dirt track where a four wheel drive is not essential but recommended.

Secluded Paradise

Once there you realise you are in a secluded paradise where you can watch birds on their migratory route and where you feel you have been invited to share nature with the flora and the birds you can switch off from the rest of the world yet be close enough to all amenities. The nearest shops, health centre, chemists, post office and restaurants are just 3 km away.

Luxury Living

This 4 bed 4 bath property has air conditioning throughout, solar panels for most of the electricity needs and hot water and all the trappings of 21st Century living. In addition, there is underfloor heating throughout the whole house and an efficient wood burning stove for winter months. There is good WIFI and an abundance of fruit and vegetables in the garden to enjoy.

Detached Property and Pool

An extra bonus is that the owners live nearby in another detached property next door. You have your own private outdoor living space and plunge pool, but in addition there is a shared area where the river is and a large paved area which overlaps with the owner’s garden area. It is always reassuring to know there is someone on hand if necessary, but at a sufficient distance to guarantee privacy.

Terms of Rental

The owner is offering this for only 1,200 € for such a wonderful property. This is because it is also for sale. You must be prepared to allow viewings with 24 hours minimum notice. In the event of sale, you will be given 3 months notice to leave the property. In addition, the owner requires 2 month’s deposit in addition to the month’s rental on commencement of the rental. The deposit is fully returnable assuming property left in same condition and no bills outstanding. Natural ‘wear and tear’ such as paintwork is allowed for.

The estate of a total of 3 properties is also available for sale. More information here.

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4 bed rental San Pablo

July 10, 2022

San Pablo de Buceite Converted Watermill

Short Term Let

July 2022 to August 2022

Available to rent short term for 750€ per week from July to end of August. Check availability now.

Privileged Riverside Location

On the west bank of the Guadiaro River, this property has its own private beach. The property is located 3 km from the village of San Pablo de Buceite. The first 1.5 km the road is tarmacked, the last 1.5 km is a dirt track where you don’t need a four wheel drive but do have to drive slowly.

Secluded Paradise

Once there you realise you are in a secluded paradise where you can watch birds on their migratory route and where you feel you have been invited to share nature with the flora and the birds; cut off from the rest of the world. Except of course you are not. The nearest shops, chemists, post office and restaurants are just 3 km away.

Luxury Living

This 4 bed 4 bath property has air conditioning throughout, solar panels for electricity and hot water and all the trappings of 21st Century living. There is good WIFI and an abundance of fruit and vegetables in the garden to enjoy.

Detached Property and Pool

An extra bonus is that the owners live nearby in another detached property next door. You have your own private outdoor living space and plunge pool, but in addition there is a shared area where the river is and a large paved area which overlaps with their garden area. It is always reassuring to know there is someone on hand if necessary but at a sufficient distance to guarantee privacy.

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Estacion Gaucin Ideal Retreats Casa Rural

December 27, 2021

Reforms Done – Price Correction. 325,000€

Three separate properties located on a plot of land of approximately 1100 m2. There are two houses, both with wonderful sitting rooms and kitchens and a third, smaller, property which can be used for a couple or a single person. In total there are 6 bedrooms and five bathrooms, 2 with baths. There is also an area dedicated to workshops where you can hold yoga or writing retreats and courses, for example. It is a large room with many possibilities.

As you can see from the photos, it has a beautiful eclectic style slightly reminiscent of Gaudi, with the artisan walls and slightly fairy-tale feel. Built in 2004, and currently operating as a rural tourism business. The properties are already registered as a ‘Casa Rural’ which is a requirement in Andalusia when rural accommodation is rented out short term.

Investment Opportunity

If you run activities, from kayaking to bird watching, to dedicated retreats, this is worth viewing. Visitors can land in Gibraltar, get a taxi to the train station in San Roque – La Linea and then be at the property in ten minutes. True, there are very few trains, between two and four per day depending on season, but ideal for travellers and explorers.

Location: Estación Gaucín

Situated five minutes from Gaucín train station in the Guadiaro Valley below the famous hill-top white village of Gaucín. Known correctly as Colmenar de Cortes de la Frontera, but informally as Estacion de Gaucin. This is a wonderful area, bordering the Campo de Gibraltar and Serrania de Ronda and close to many wonderful walks. The location lends itself quite perfectly to writing or yoga retreats for example. The plot is a stone’s throw from the wonderful Guadiaro river. Even in the height of summer there is a good flow of water, coming as it does from the impressive Vulture Canyon, 2 km higher up towards Ronda, which has waterfalls of around 100m deep.

At only 325,000€ why not take a whirl and see if this is the rural setting and business opportunity that you have been looking for?

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Heart of Countryside 5km from Los Barrios

January 29, 2021

5,500 m2 Finca in heart of Countryside

This is a single floor 3 bed 2 bath country property in a 5,500 M2 plot of land. The house is well built and has a garage which connects to the main house via the kitchen. This garage has a raised mezzanine level with balcony which provides ample storage facilities: it can be converted into a granny flat with relative ease and was designed with expansion in mind. The main house has wonderful wooden beams and country furniture hewn from local trees. It has an Olde Worlde feel with its abundance of stylish Sevillian tiles and terracotta flooring, yet with all the trappings of modern day comfort – fast internet and luxury fixtures and fittings.

3 Bed, 2 Bath and Private Pool

All 3 double bedrooms have natural light coming in. There is a separate kitchen and lovely large sitting room with wood stove set in an ample fireplace. All of the wood is stored in a separate shed, which in turn could be converted into an apartment, being some 50 M2. There is an abundance of mature fruit trees, different types of mandarin, orange, grapefruit and lemon as well as walnut and a wonderful prickly pear tree that is a variant from Valencia which does not have ‘prickles.’ The swimming pool, with Roman steps, is the crowning glory of this special property. The current owners have enjoyed many beautiful summers here and have decided to let another family benefit from its peaceful location and well tended lawns. The stonework is impeccable, as is the barbecue area. It is a wonderful and safe setting for families with children who wish to explore. There is even a tree house. Sitting areas extend all around the outside of the house and the views are panoramic. There is irrigation water from its own well and mains drinking water.

Full Legality of Paperwork

Many country properties can suffer from paperwork inconsistencies, but not here. This area was ring-fenced and planning permission given by the authorities at the Town Hall for this small urbanisation. The neighbourhood is a small hamlet of properties, each with around a half hectare of urban land.

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Jimena de la Frontera Villa Reduced for Quick Sale

November 30, 2020

Amazing Opportunity

Jimena Villa Reduced for Quick Sale – 6 Bed 5 Bath

This Jimena 6 bed 5 bath Villa is a real gem. It is valued at over a million euros, but has been reduced for quick sale. Motivated sellers. The owners adore it and if they didn’t work away would never sell. Is this serendipity calling? Quite possibly. Yes. You’ll never get a better property for this price. It also has a great rental history, approx 1,000 € per week in high season for the main property alone and 400 € per week for the other two properties rented as a single unit.

Lush, Mature Gardens with Fruit Trees and Two Pools

There is one big, beautiful 4 bed 3 bath house, an apartment and another small house for service staff, guests or noisy teenagers. [icon name=”meh-o” class=”” unprefixed_class=””] The main house has a hacienda design with archways and stunning Catalan vaulted ceiling and beams. All three properties are set amidst lush, mature gardens with chill zones and zen areas for maximum relaxation and mindfulness. There are also 2 pools; the large one has a bar for Mojitas, Singapore Slings, Whisky Sours or a refreshing glass of soda. As you’d expect, there is a barbecue area and wonderful paths to wander around the grounds. Set in 1800 m2 of which 580 m2 is built on, 460 m2 living space. These really are beautiful properties designed with a great deal of flair and abrim with style. The main home has a huge kitchen that a professional chef would envy and its large sitting room has the most wonderful and stately, open fireplace. All the properties benefit from very spacious, light-filled rooms. Windows look out onto the gardens and afford majestic views of Andalusian foothills and the Roman/Arabic castle of Jimena de la Frontera. Imagine lying in a hammock looking up at the castle on a moonlit night from the privacy of your own home. Majestic views of Moorish Castle.

Water Features Abound

Water features abound, including an Andaluz/Moroccan fountain and a pond full of brightly coloured coy carp – A Japanese good luck symbol. There is a singular, eclectic quality to this Jimena Villa; a touch of Hacienda, a splash of the Far East and a sprinkling of Andaluz charm. The stunning patio fair takes your breath away. Both small cottages each have their own entrance and bathroom.

Half Price from 1.1 m to €585,000

All of the bedrooms are large, as are the bathrooms and shared areas, both inside and outside, on terraces and in the grounds. It is located along the river and near the castle in a secluded area offering privacy that is both an escape and a retreat.

Don’t miss out. This Jimena Villa is half price – greatly reduced for a quick sale by motivated sellers and could be yours. It’s terrific value, very special and not to be missed.