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Jimena Property to Reform

January 31, 2019

Jimena Village House to Reform

Property now sold

Now Reduced to 54,000€ This traditional 3 bed village house is in need of a little TLC to transform it into a great property. It is already habitable and has a large fireplace but with one or two renovations it will yield a much more profitable return. The front door opens out into a small sitting room. Beyond that on the same floor is a windowless bedroom that receives natural light from the adjoining sitting room, another hallway / study, the kitchen and the bathroom. The back door leads out onto a small patio which leads also onto a raised terrace that connects with another room that leads nowhere and is currently wasted space. Coming back down and into the sitting room you find the staircase up to the first floor where there are 2 bedrooms with natural light and views. The second bedroom is the one potentially accessible from the room that is wasted on the upper patio. This area could be transformed into a master bedroom with terrace and ensuite.

Investment Opportunity

This is on the market for only 58,000€. Reduced to 54,000€ Even after spending money on the reform you will still end up with an attractive investment property. Then you will have a myriad of choices: permanent home, holiday home, long term let or short term lets to holidaymakers.

Location: Jimena de la Frontera

Well situated near wonderful walking routes and with a local mini market almost on its doorstep. This is a golden opportunity to transform a tired dwelling into a vibrant and inviting holiday home. Jimena de la Frontera attracts thousands of holiday makers throughout the year. It is a famous white village steeped in history that goes back to neolithic times. The castle, majestically placed atop the foothills, has a rich heritage of occupancy from Pagans to Muslims to Christians. In addition, the village is on the bird migratory route connecting Africa to Europe.

If this is what you are looking for, also check out this related property. It is also great value and may well be of interest to you.

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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.

Related Property

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Riverside Location 4 bed Los Barrios

October 14, 2018

Property now Sold

Opportunity: Riverside Property For Sale

Wonderful chance to buy this detached 4 bed 2 bath riverside property situated between Gibraltar and Algeciras. Atmospheric and well built bungalow. Ideal as a family home, consisting of four good sized bedrooms, ample wardrobe space and laundry area plus 2 bathrooms. Beautiful, beamed property of ‘recent’ construction, (1983). Well designed kitchen with island and space for kitchen table. The open planned design has a wondeful flow to it. The sitting room connects to the dining room which commmunicates with the kitchen. The beautiful fire place radiates heat throughout the communal areas for a sensation of well being and comfort. French windows lead from the sitting room into the garden itself and the situation of this property affords wonderful privacy being open only to kayakers and birds using the river.

Bank Repossession 342,000 €

The property is a bank repossession which means it is offered at a great price of 342,000 € AND there is the chance of preferential financial terms. This would make a heavenly weekend retreat or permanent home. It will also be of interest to people looking to rent if you are considering adding to your property investment portfolio. An added bonus – it is in perfect condition, well maintained and with beautifully manicured lawn. There is also a good sized shed for the gardening equipment and tools and additional storage in the laundry area. What’s more, this property is sold fully furnished.

Location: River Plains Guadarranque San Roque

Situated on the alluvial plain of the Guadarranque river in a plot of approx 1,150 m2. Surrounded by mature trees and on the migratory bird route. Near enough to main roads for travelling around but far enough to enjoy location without noise. Hard to beat this wonderful location. You have a dream escape from the pressures of every day life and yet still remain connected for when necessary. They say location is everything and it may be a cliché but it’s true. It is close to the business park, but don’t let that deceive you. Once here you feel cut off from everything except the river, the trees and the birds.

Do yourself a favour and visit this now. You won’t regret it.

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2 Bed for Sale 2,700 m2 Plot

August 13, 2018

Property now sold.

2 Bed For Sale Lower Montenegral

This 2 bed rural property is on the market for only 145,000€. Reduced from 190,000€.

The front door is a lovely thick wooden affair which offers immediate charm and is accessed via a few steps which take us in at the first floor level. Once inside the home you are met by a feeling of space. The sitting room and dining room is one large open planned area with stone work wall and, de rigueur, a lovely wood burner for those chilly winter nights. The kitchen is not completely cut off, communicating with the living area via a stylish half wall making it easy to bring plates to and from the kitchen. It is a good shape and size, large enough to fit in that all important kitchen table. The bathroom is also located on this first floor. Upstairs on the second floor are the 2 bedrooms and there is a really large covered terrace where you can socialise with friends and family in fine weather and enjoy the great views. You could also place a day bed there if you wished and sleep there in hot weather.

This is an eco-friendly property with solar panels which offer enough energy for most of the year. There is a diesel-fuelled generator if required in winter. The roof terrace also houses a 1,000 litre tank of water which can be topped up from the well and with a large vegetable patch, fruit trees and hen coop, you can enjoy the simple pleasures of living off the land.

Access to the property is via a double gate and short driveway which also continues around both sides of the house leading to large patio and a charming well. In addition there are irrigation water rights to this rural property. At the back of the plot of land are kennels and a hen coop. These could be kept, or the space converted into stables.

Large Plot with Fruit Trees.

2,700 m2 is big enough to feel spacious but not so large that it is difficult to maintain. Currently there are fruit trees and avocados and the blossom in spring time is an experience that you will never forget. Sheer paradise.

Abrim with potential, this 2 bed, 1 bath rural property is situated within a quarter hectare of land in Lower Montenegral. Surrounded by fruit trees and a large area for growing vegetables. Only 30 minutes from Gibraltar and less than 15 minutes from Sotogrande port and the beaches. It is a real chance to live away from suburbia and yet still be close enough to commute to Gibraltar or Algeciras, for example. The nearest village is San Martin del Tesorillo, with everything on hand from restaurants to drug stores to medical facilities. In the opposite direction lie Jimena de la Frontera and San Pablo del Buceite. Lower Montenegral is part of the municipality of Jimena de la Frontera and the town hall will not give planning permission for a permanent swimming pool. Having said which, portable pools come in a variety of models and sizes and conform with town hall guidelines. They are also extremely easy to put up and take down.

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Benaojan Town House Great Views

February 15, 2018

Benaojan Town House, 2 bed 1 bath, with Great Views.

This property is on the market at a fantastic price. It is a typical village property of 2 beds and 1 bath, separate kitchen and 26m2 storage area. But what sets this property apart is the roof feature, which measures a cool 50 m2. Currently there is corrugated iron closing this in, but replace this with a pergola and heather thatch to give an easy style uplift. At the same time as maintaining protection from the sun, you can also create an area for sunbathing. The views onto the Sierra de Grazalema mountains are absolutely spectacular. Its proximity to another mountain range, Sierra de Las Nieves only heightens its attraction.

Location of Benaojan

This is a wonderful zone for mountaineers, cavers, bird watchers and ramblers, nestled as it is between two spectacular areas. This small village also has its charm for holiday makers. There are various restaurants in this working village, including one right by the river in a converted water mill. Day trippers catch the train from Ronda, or San Roque in the other direction, have lunch and make the return trip back. It is fun and easy and the railway line cuts through spectacular white limestone cliffs. It is an added bonus having a dedicated station in this small village. This town is also close to Ronda which is breathtaking in history and vistas and one of Andalusia’s MUST SEES.

Mortgage of up to 100% available

It just keeps getting easier and easier to buy this property. This bank repossession comes with such inviting terms – including a mortgage of up to 100% dependent on personal circumstances. You could take out a 30 year fixed rate mortgage, for example, and pay around 350 € a month as a Spanish resident. this house can be rented out to cover that relatively easily.

Investment Property – Holiday Makers of all Interests

It will not surprise you to learn that this is a popular holiday destination. It has a lot going for it, being more or less equidistant from Gibraltar and Malaga airports and easily accessible by train. The coast is about an hour and a half away, perfectly accessible for day trips to the beach in summer. Ronda is a short drive up the road or couple of stops on the train. Perfect as a holiday home of investment for the short term rentals market.

What are you waiting for? Priced at only 91,000 € – this has your name all over it!

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3 bed 1 bath, private pool La Barca del Moreno

December 3, 2017

Property no longer available. Withdrawn from sale.

Detached Village House La Barca

3 bed 1 bath detached village house in La Barca del Moreno district of Jimena de la Frontera. Approximately 80 m2 constructed, including garage, built on a plot of 1,180 m2.

Wheelchair Access

Currently used as a weekend home it has been adapted with ramps and wide doors and as such is wheel chair friendly. This includes the swimming pool which has a hoist chair to facilitate getting in and out of the water. There is also an external bath room for use in summer to save having to go indoors.

As you come into the property by the front gate the swimming pool is to your left, facing the house, with the garage in between. There are also a couple of trees here, one of which is walnut. On the other side, to the right of the home, is a shipping container converted into a shed for gardening equipment.

The other side of the house has a lovely loggia along the whole length of the property. This is a wonderful covered terrace, slightly raised above the slightly sloping plot. The west of the garden has a fenced off area for hens and their lovely free range eggs. At present there are ducks, geese, hens and turkeys. Although these don’t come with the house, the fenced off area and coop do, and are a nice addition to this property.

The loggia looks out over the house’s small orchard of avocados, oranges, lemons and a wonderful array of herbs from mint to rosemary.

Potential to Reform

There is great potential here. The house is a bungalow type with sitting room complete with fully working fireplace. The bathroom has a full bath and 2 of the 3 bedrooms are big enough to be doubles. The kitchen is fully tiled and easy to maintain. The structure is solid and depending on how much you wanted to do, with just minor reforms you would have a nice home for yourself to use as a permanent dwelling or as relaxing holiday home. This area has been designated as a zone where further major planning permission will not be given. This is because of its location on the dehesa – woodlands and pasture.

Location La Barca, Jimena.

Situated about 10 minutes outside Estacion de Jimena. It is in the countryside, yet near to the station, shops and schools so that you would not feel cut off. A tranquil hamlet where you can unwind and recharge batteries.

Priced at 120,000 € for quick sale.