Luxury country property – Inland Murcia, SpainThis unique 300-year-old ‘cortijo’ (900m² farmhouse), set in 20,000m² of pine, almond and olivetrees, surrounded by cultivated fields, was once owned by the famous bullfighter Pedro BarreraElbal. Lovingly renovated by the current owners, the property offers seven luxury suites, lounge,dining room, kitchen and library. Set in comfortable grounds away from the hustle and bustle of thecity, situated just 12 minutes from Caravaca de la Cruz. The property has a large swimming poolwith custom made double sunbeds and an outdoor kitchen, dining and seating area with built inbarbeque..Features:Ground floorLounge with antique log burning stoveDining room with open fireBedroom suite with open fire, ensuite bathroom (shower/wash basin/WC) and private gardenBedroom suite, ensuite bathroom (shower/wash basin/WC)Separate WCStoreroomOpen plan kitchen/living/office area – range cooker, dishwasher, granite worktops, central island,lots of storage cupboards.Bedroom and ensuite bathroom (shower/wash basin/WC)First floorLibrary on first floor with additional quiet seating area3 bedroom suites with ensuite bathrooms (shower/wash basin/WC)Laundry storeroomBedroom and ensuite bathroom (bath/shower/wash basin/WC)Dressing room and storage areaGardens:Swimming pool (14m x 5m) – completely re-tiled in 2016 and converted to a non-chlorine pool.The area is separated from other areas of the garden by gates for safety. There is a feature palmtree island with steps into the pool for easy access. The surrounding terrace has lots of space forsunbeds, tables and chairs4 garden areas laid with small stones, olive, almond, pine and fruit (cherry, plum, apple, peach)trees and a kitchen gardenOutdoor kitchen and WC - Chimenea for wood burning BBQ and sinkPool pump houseLarge storage out-houseWood storeUtility room housing water tank/boiler/oil tank/solar tanks/washing machine/tumble dryerLarge car parking area in front of propertyGrounds:Plot – 20,000m² of pine and almond treesStable and fenced paddock and small tack roomLocation:The property is situated in between the Murcian villages of La Encarnacion and La Almudema. It is12 minutes from Caravaca de la Cruz - known as the City of Legend and is recognised as the fifthHoliest City in Cristendom. The sanctuary of Santa Cruz is home to a magnificent, miraculouscross which is celebrated for its healing powers. The city is a destination for pilgrims from allaround the globe. In 2017 Caravaca held its seven-year jubilee, an honour presented to it by PopeJean Paul II.The property is located just on the edge of the Sierra Espuna National Park near the Murcianvineyards of Jumilla, Yeclar and Bullas and the historic city of Lorca. It is 50 minutes from theRegion of Murcia (Corvera) airport and 1 ½ hours from Alicante airport. It is also some fortyminutes from the beach, and just three hours from Granada and the Sierra Nevada mountains.The property has been completely refurbished. New roofs, new plumbing and electrics have beeninstalled. The “cortijo” has been decorated with much attention to detail and is beautifully presentedwith solid wooden doors and treated wooden beams throughout. Windows are double glazed andare fitted with fly-screens and traditional ironwork. There are oil fired radiators throughout theproperty.Services: Mains electric (generator backup), water, septic tank, oil central heating, solar panels forhot water, Spanish TV aerial, English TV satellite dish, WIFI antenna.
