4 Bed Country House for sale
Sorbas, Almeria, Andalucia, Spain
Full Description
This fabulous, traditional Spanish house has been reformed using local materials and knowledge the house offers comfortable traditional, accommodation perfectly suited to life in Andalucia. It is a property full of character and charm and has lots of original features throughout. The orientation of the house makes the most of sheltered winter sun and light, warming the house in the cooler months, whilst the shaded terraces at the back of the property are perfect for taking shade during the long hot summer months.
The house is fronted by a lush, irrigated garden with oranges, pomegranates, cherries, figs, palms and flowering plants. There is a beautiful outlook from the front terrace, shaded by grape vines and scented by lovely Jasmine, honeysuckle and roses.
On from the terrace traditional antique double doors guide you into a fine looking hallway with terrazzo floors. Here solid wooden doors either side provide access to two spacious guest bedrooms, both rooms have views to the front terrace.
Leading on from here a traditional plasterwork archway provides access to the spacious sitting room, featuring exposed wooden beams and a larger than average wood burning fire.
Double glazed doors lead out to a lovely walled patio with bespoke craftsman built Tadelakt dip pool, this fabulous area is surrounded by raised flower beds and is the perfect place to relax.
A half-glazed door leads off the sitting room to the dining room situated in the centre of the house featuring a beautiful “Jotul” cast iron wood burning stove.
The dining room gives access to the lovely, modern, fully fitted kitchen with central island/breakfast bar, integral appliances and built in wine rack. Light is naturally provided by a clever overhead roof window. Just off the kitchen is a good-sized bathroom with large walk-in shower.
An original wooden door off the kitchen leads into a fabulous inner hallway featuring an original Olive and Grape Press. A step up from the hallway leads into a splendid, bright and airy summer lounge with double doors giving access to the rear gardens.
Also located off the hallway is a characterful, Andalucian style bathroom.
A further door off the hallway also provides access to a large garage offering a generous amount of very handy storage. This could also be converted to extra accommodation if needed.
Stairs guide you up from the sitting room to the first floor where you will discover a landing area on the left, currently used as an artist studio.
To the right a lovely, old wooden door leads you to a large master bedroom with walk in wardrobes featuring antique doors and beamed ceilings.
Double doors lead out from the bedroom to a superb roof terrace, the perfect spot to chill out whilst admiring the wonderful, far stretching country views. A few steps up from this terrace leads to another large sunny terrace which again boasts fine vistas and is the ideal space to soak up the sun.
Off the landing area at the top of the stairs you enter a superb, large open study area featuring Andalucian shelving.
Double doors give access to a lovely guest bedroom to the right and a further set of antique rustic doors lead into a large family bathroom to the left.
The fabulous gardens to the rear include a beautiful 150-year-old Olive tree and a delightful, shaded area ideal for dining al fresco as well as relaxing during the hot summer months.
A gate off the rear garden provides access to a large car port.
The coastal resort of Mojacar is approximately a 40 minute drive away.
This is a unique property in a lovely location.
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