518531FCV - Cortijo for sale in Manilva, Málaga, Spain.

Description

IMPOSING AND UNIQUE CORTIJO - MANILVA

This Cortijo is an imposing and unique property, steeped in history and sitting high above Puerto la Duquesa, with spectacular views encompassing hills and vineyards with panoramic views to the Mediterranean.

The house itself is 350 years old and is a registered listed property. It was built strategically on a hill by a Basque conquistador who settled here in order to gain clear views of pirate ships in the bay! It is rumoured that there are treasures buried within its walls.

The present owners have done extensive renovation work; carefully adhering to the laws governing listed properties in Spain. The house is principally built on one floor, though there is an upper level housing a spectacular 100m2 circular living room and large terrace. The ancient wooden cathedral ceiling is unique to the era of the building, being entirely held up by unsupported wooden beams.

The interior colours are strong and complement a bold, theatrical style, which combines with a distinct pervading elegance. The fine antique furniture was shipped over from the U.K. and creates a warm atmosphere of luxury and comfort.

You enter the house through magnificent oak double doors into the baronial proportioned, ochre-painted dining room with its magnificent baroque dining table and antique furniture. Leading from here is a further, very charming salon, with French windows to another terrace, and out-door seating area. The ground floor has six bedrooms - two master suites, four guest bedrooms, all with en-suite bathrooms. All the rooms have vaulted ceilings, and are beautifully designed and decorated, with full attention to detail, all with verandahs leading to the swimming pool. The bedrooms were originally the old bodega, where the wine was stored.

In the grounds there is a casita, offering additional accommodation to the main house. Beside the pool is a covered dining and bar area, with built-in barbecue. The property is a perfect location for entertaining, with the imposing formal dining salon and drawing room. With this in mind the current owners have equipped the kitchen with state of the art appliances.

The property has 3,300m2 of urbanized land and building permission, making this an excellent investment should one wish to extend.

Features:
* casita guest house;
* Solar panels, that heat 1 litre of water per second;
* A well;
* Mains electricity and water;
* Gas central heating;
* Air-conditioning;
* 2 Master suites both with en-suite bathrooms;
* 4 Guest suites all with en-suite bathrooms

Features

Air Conditioning, Bar, Barbecue, Completely Equipped Kitchen, Gas Central Heating, Guest House, Private pool, Solar Panels, Vaulted Ceiling, Wooden Beams