Property Description
If you want to enjoy "the good life" in sumptuous, unabashed luxury and very grand style, this countryside villa of immense charm and beauty is the answer to your dreams. Situated in rolling hillsides, forested with mature oaks, carobs and olive trees, seven kilometres from the picturesque village of Gaucín, it combines the finest modern comforts with inherent Spanish charm.
Totally private, set on its own 24 acre estate with spectacular, south-facing views down to the Mediterranean Sea, this is the ultimate year-round escape.
No expense has been spared in its renovation and the result is … stunning. Exquisite furnishings, delightful gardens, a fabulous indoor spa area (with heated pool, jacuzzi and sauna), a beautiful outdoor pool and a variety of lovely terraces are just some of the magnificent delights to enjoy here.
The villa really has to be seen to be believed. It's huge, almost 900 m2. Arranged mostly on one floor, differing levels add interest in keeping with its Moorish traditions.
At the centre of the house, the large and very comfortable living room exudes charm and exquisite good taste. A very relaxing room with its double height ceiling and exposed wooden beams, it has a wood burning stove at one end for those cooler winter evenings (there is also a warm air heating system which operates throughout the villa).
Quality furnishings and beautiful works of art create a calm and relaxing, old-time Spanish "hacienda" feel. Soft ochre walls and discreet lighting enhance the elegance, grace and class of it all. The sound system is provided by Bose. Arched double doors open to terraces on either side.
A separate library / TV room features a massive 50" flat-screen satellite TV and DVD player discreetly hidden from view in a bookcase with retractable doors. There is an Xbox 360 Kinetic play station connected to the TV for all the family to enjoy, as well as a large selection of DVD's and CD's to choose from. High speed internet connection too, so it's easy to keep in touch with the outside world if you need to.
A few steps up from the living room takes you to a beautifully appointed dining area with the kitchen just beyond. But you may prefer to eat al fresco - the terraced dining area is another very elegant space which features a glass ceiling … here you will dine under the stars! And, just to complete a perfect scene, it also looks out to floodlit gardens.
As you would expect in such a palatial home, the modern kitchen is full of top-of-the-range appliances - a five ring gas hob, Lacanche stove, a double oven and combination oven/microwave as well, a fridge/freezer with an ice maker, dishwasher, toaster, coffee machine et al.
And, something to gladden the heart of anyone with aspirations to rustle up something a bit special, there is a lovely herb garden just outside.
There is a wall mounted TV in the kitchen but you won't need to catch up with the early morning news here … continental breakfast is prepared for you each day by the staff (it is included in the price). If, on occasion, you would prefer the chef to prepare other meals for you, this can also be arranged (see the Notes opposite for details)
The washing machine and tumble dryer are located in a separate laundry room.
Each of the four bedroom suites has been individually designed and each has its own en-suite bathroom/shower room.
The huge master bedroom is housed in the main tower on two levels. Features include a king size four poster bed, an open fireplace, TV and DVD/CD player. Views from here, down the valley to the coast are spectacular. The en-suite bathroom includes a luxurious inset jacuzzi bath and walk-in shower. Its vast dressing room, on the floor below, can be used as an extra single bedroom if clients wish.
A further three en-suite bedrooms are located within the house, equally attractive and beautifully appointed. They all open to terraces outside. Two are double bedded and one has twin beds.
All of the bedrooms have fans and mosquito blinds. There is air conditioning throughout the villa too. Children of any age are very welcome and well catered for - there are two cots, two high chairs, a child's size bed, baby bath and sterilizer available on request.
And it just keeps on getting better and better … the west wing has been converted into a stunning indoor spa area, with a 13 metre heated swimming pool, jacuzzi and sauna. Complete with shower facilities and its own audio system, this is a fabulous space - whether you seek invigorating exercise or just wish to relax and refresh.
Outdoors is pretty good too! The crystal clear waters of the irresistible 10 metre long outdoor pool (with underwater lighting) enjoy sunshine from mid-morning to night. Views extend far and wide. Gentle steps lead in at the shallow end.
The pool wraps itself around the "Mirador", which, as its name suggests, is the perfect place to enjoy the amazing views and spectacular sunsets. Comfortably seating ten, here you can chill with friends and family, read a book or sip a sundowner. It's an ideal spot for that all important afternoon siesta too, as the two sofas double up as day beds.
A few steps away is the outside bar and barbecue area, located conveniently alongside the glass-covered outdoor dining terrace. The bar is kept well stocked for you (drinks are charged at only a fraction more than cost price). This area also has a log burner, fridge and freezer, CD player, shower room and two space heaters to keep you warm on cool winter evenings.
Seven kilometres from the village of Gaucín, the hillside estate is accessed by a farm track (a little steep in a couple of places but an easy 1.4 km drive) which leads off from the country road to Colmenar. This leads up to the large forecourt parking area, with space for ten cars (there is also a three car garage as well).
Some distance away from the villa is a separate, fully self-contained staff casita, located on the far side of the impressive entrance archway to the property. This is where the English/Spanish speaking couple live who act as the house managers. They will not intrude upon your holiday, quite the opposite, as they are here to assist you and to prepare your breakfasts.
If requested, (for a supplement) they will also prepare lunches and dinners, or provide baby sitting services (she is a qualified children's nurse). Light lunches are 15 euros per person; a three course meal is 30 euros. They can also prepare barbecue meals or paella for you to cook yourself from 15 - 25 euros per person.
Gaucín is a charming mountain village with sweeping views to Gibraltar and the Rif mountains of North Africa. There is a good selection of bars and restaurants serving local fare as well as international cuisine. The centre of the village is a tangle of narrow streets and was once a refuge for brandy and tobacco smugglers who traveled through the surrounding hills. Standing high above the village are the remains of its old Moorish castle, Castillo del Aguila (the Eagle's Castle).
Riding stables just outside the village also offer guided walks, treks, nature trails and bird watching expeditions.
Sandy beaches are less than 45 minutes away at Sabinillas, and a plethora of superb golf courses are all less than an hour away. For the more energetic, sailing and windsurfing at Tarifa is a 60 minute drive. Marbella with its shops, restaurants and night life is also just an hour away.
Perhaps you will be tempted to try a taste of Morocco - the fast boat from Tarifa to Tangiers takes just 40 minutes. Great fun and a completely different world …
Wherever you go, whatever you do, you will happily return to this truly remarkable home. Here, in the rolling hillsides of Andalucía you will enjoy peace and tranquility in exclusive and luxurious comfort. Live the dream!
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Property Details
Rooms :
Entrance hall
Cloakroom
Double height living room
Dining Area
TV Lounge / Library
Kitchen
Laundry Room
Ironing Room
Indoor Spa Area
Bedrooms :
(1) Master Bedroom Suite with king-sized 4 poster double bed and en-suite bathroom (with inset jacuzzi bath and walk-in shower). It has a separate downstairs dressing room (which can be used as an extra single bedroom if required)
(2) double bedroom (king-sized bed) with en-suite bathroom and walk in dressing room
(3) twin bedroom with en-suite bathroom
(4) double bedroom with en-suite bathroom
Outdoors :
Furnished Mirador overlooking the pool
Outdoor Bar
Furnished dining terrace (with glass roof)
Pool and other terraces
Herb garden
Estate Gardens and Grounds
Facilities
50 " Satellite TV (Free to view) in TV lounge • Xbox 360 Kinetic play station • TV's also in the kitchen and in the master bedroom • DVD • CD Player • Bose sound system in the living room • Audio system in the indoor spa area • DVD/CD player in the master bedroom • CD player in the outdoor bar • Large collection of CD's and DVD's (many for children) • WiFi Internet (bring your own laptop)
Wood burning stove in the living room • Open fireplace in the master bedroom • Warm Air Heating System throughout • Air Conditioning throughout • All bedrooms have fans and mosquito netting
Lacanche stove • Electric Double Oven • Gas hob (5 rings) • Combination / Microwave oven • Fridge / freezer (with ice maker) • Dishwasher • Toaster • Juicer • Kettle • Coffee grinder • Cooking utensils • Cutlery • Crockery
Washing Machine • Tumble Dryer • Iron & board
All linen, including pool towels, is provided • Hair dryers • Dressing gowns • 2 Cots (please bring your own baby linen), 2 high chairs, a child's size bed, baby bath and sterilizer are available on request
Indoor heated (28ºC) swimming pool (13 m x 3 m, 1.1 - 1.5 m deep) • Jacuzzi • Sauna
Outdoor swimming pool (L shaped, 9.2 m x 5.6 m, 0.9 m - 1.5 m deep, with entrance steps and a shallow part for children, 5 m x 3.6 m) with underwater lighting
Outside Bar with W.C and shower, fridge, freezer, kitchenette and log burner
Extensive terraces • Mirador (furnished) • Night lighting around the pool & bar areas and in the car park • Gas Barbecue • Outdoor dining furniture • Sun loungers and garden chairs • 2 outdoor space heaters • Parking for 10 cars and a garage for 3 cars • Security gates
Notes
The outdoor swimming pool is open throughout the year (although, because it's not heated, the normal swimming season is from May to September). The indoor heated pool is available at all times
Maid service (for the bedrooms) is included six days a week (not on Mondays) between 09.00 - 13.30
Self-service continental breakfast is prepared and laid out for you (between 9 and 10 am). Not available on Tuesdays. Breakfast is included in the price
A weekly change of linen and towels is included for rentals of more than one week
Additional cooking services are available for a supplement (payable locally) : 3 course dinner, 30 € per person; light lunch, 15 € per person; BBQ meals and paella can be prepared for you to cook yourselves, 15 - 25 € per person. Childrens meals and vegetarian meals can be catered for
Babysitting services are available (by a qualified childrens nurse) for 12 € per hour
The bar is kept stocked for you; clients are requested to pay for any bottles that are opened during their stay
Please, no smoking indoors
A welcome pack is provided on arrival
Rental start and finish days for this property are flexible
Location
In open countryside (accessed by a 1.4 km farm track(in good condition), 7 km from Gaucin (most facilities)
Mediterranean beaches 40 mins; Golf courses 50 mins; Ronda 55 mins; Marbella 65 mins; Gibraltar 1 hr; Málaga 1½ hrs; Jerez 2 hrs; Sevilla 2½ hrs
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Airports
Gibraltar 1 hr; Málaga 1½ hrs; Jerez 2 hrs; Sevilla 2½ hrs
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