CORTIJO IN ARBOLEAS COUNTRYSIDE

Property Description

Traditional Spanish Cortijo for Renovation with Stunning Countryside Views

Property Overview
This traditional Spanish cortijo (country house) of 160m2 presents a fantastic opportunity for a comprehensive renovation project. Situated in a peaceful, easily accessible rural location in the Arboleas countryside, directly overlooking beautiful natural landscapes, the property combines enclosed, ready-to-update living spaces with historic, rustic sections that offer endless potential for expansion.

The Exterior & Surroundings
The property boasts a classic Andalusian-style facade, featuring whitewashed walls, a grey painted plinth, classic terracotta roof tiles, and traditional wrought-iron grilles (rejas) on the windows. It sits right along a quiet, paved country road, ensuring easy access. Adjacent to the home is a charming, landscaped recreational spot with natural stone walls, a picnic table, and a small playground area.

Interior: Main Living Areas
The main living quarters of the house feature elements of vintage Spanish country decor. Throughout these rooms, you will find striking green patterned floor tiles and classic wood-effect paneling on the lower walls. Highlights include:

• A welcoming entrance hall leading to various adjoining rooms through traditional frames and arched doorways.
• Living and dining spaces, some of which feature exposed wooden ceiling beams that add great character.
• A dedicated room housing a large, brick-built open fireplace, perfect for a cozy rustic kitchen or lounge.
• A spacious, retro-style bathroom equipped with a bathtub, bidet, toilet, and sink.
• Condition: While intact, these habitable rooms are essentially a blank canvas. They require modernization, plastering, painting, and general updating to meet modern standards.

Rustic Outbuildings, Barns, and Ruins
The true historical charm of this estate lies in its untouched, raw areas which were likely used for agriculture or livestock in the past:

• Inner Courtyard: A private, enclosed patio paved with irregular white crazy-paving stones, featuring what appears to be an old traditional wall oven.
• Upper Levels / Barns: Several large upstairs rooms showcase original, untouched architecture—thick stone and plaster walls, and beautiful pitched roofs lined with exposed wooden beams and traditional woven cane.
• Stone Ruins: A section of the property consists of original, thick stone and brick walls that form a courtyard-like ruin. This open-air space offers a remarkable footprint to either rebuild or landscape into a spectacular internal garden.

Terrace & Panoramic Views
One of the most captivating features of the home is its elevated roof terrace, finished with classic terracotta tiles. From this vantage point, you are treated to sweeping, unspoiled views of the surrounding environment. The property looks out over a wide, dry riverbed (rambla), lush native vegetation, and distant rolling hills and mountains.

Summary
This cortijo is a true “diamond in the rough.” With its blend of vintage living spaces, historical stone barns, and breathtaking panoramic views, it is the perfect canvas for an investor or homeowner looking to build a dream countryside retreat holding onto true Spanish heritage.