Almanzora Valley, Spain Ben Hillman

2021 / Albox, Spain Ben Hillman on 4 June 2021

Albox, Spain Ben Hillman

Kent couple Alison and Lee are about to make the permanent move to the stunning countryside of Albox in Almeria. Going with them will be their 4 dogs so the garden has to be secure enough for them to roam safely. Plus the property needs to be big enough to host their 6 grown up children and 3 grandchildren too – although hopefully not all at once! A spacious property is a must! Ben Hillman armed with a budget of £150,000 has lined up some impressive properties, but will any deliver everything they want?

Albox

About the area

Set between the Filabres mountains and the Estancias and crossed by the river that it's named after, the Almanzora Valley (where Albox is located) is best known for its breathtaking scenery. Charming villages and towns, such as Albox and Arboleas, historical sites and monuments are nestled in between stunning countryside with olive groves and citrus orchards. And all this is less than an hour to the beach.

Property 1

Three-bed villa in Alfoquia

This property is situated in the small village of Alfoquia. The village has a selection of shops and restaurants that are all within walking distance of the property. This house has a pool and a garden, as well as a balcony area to the back and a large roof terrace with fabulous views. Inside is an open plan lounge diner and a separate kitchen, which leads through to a utility room There’s a good sized main bedroom which has an en suite And there are two other bedrooms and another bathroom. View more from the estate agent here.

Valued at £154,500 at the time of filming.

Property 2

Three-bed villa in La Perla

This property has an absolutely huge garden room, a living room and a separate kitchen. There are three good sized double bedrooms, one with an en suite, as well as another bathroom and a large garage. Visit the estate agent's website here.

Valued at £181,772 at the time of filming.

Property 3

Three-bed villa in Cucador

This property is set in the municipality of Zurgena in the Cucador district. This house has a garden that wraps around the whole property with a covered sun room to the side, a large pool with a seating area and an outdoor BBQ with astro turf. There are also stairs up to a roof terrace, with stunning views. Inside is a lounge-diner and a separate kitchen. There’s a good sized main bedroom with an en suite and a dressing room Two other bedrooms and a bathroom. View more from the agent here.

Valued at £159,045 at the time of filming.

Property 4

Three-bed house in rural Arboleas

This castle house is situated in an idyllic rural location with fantastic, uninterrupted views of the valley and mountains. As well as this amazing pool, the castle comes with garden wrapped around it with a gravelled area, some seating and some lawn, plants and well established fruit trees. There’s also a roof terrace among the turrets, with stunning views. View the estate agent's website here.

Valued at £139,831 at the time of filming.

Property 5

Three-bed vila in Urcal

This villa has a pool, terrace, and a huge covered garden room, spanning the length of the house. It also comes with a shady courtyard and its very own orchard. Inside, the living accommodation is all on one floor with a spacious lounge- diner, and a separate kitchen. View more from the agent here.

Valued at £172,682 at the time of filming.

Hot property

Nine-bed villa in El Albardinar

Set in 35 acres of land full of orange, lemon and olive trees, this unique property has nine bathrooms, seven bedrooms, an elegant and grand feel with plenty of character. See the estate agent's website here.