Villa for sale in Casarabonela, Málaga

For sale direct from the owners!

This delightful two story detached villa is located in the peaceful countryside close to the popular village of Casarabonela. While the property benefits from beautiful views, privacy and peace, the property is not isolated.

Recently redecorated inside and out, the property is in walk in condition and is an ideal country home in which to relax year-round. This is a comfortable home that was built to a high standard in 2010 with 30CM thermal blocks on a one metre deep reinforced concrete raft platform. Pressure foam of 4CM has been laid under all the floors which are fully tiled in neutral colours.

The windows are all bespoke designed, security minded double-glazed with toughened glass used on all patio doors. Windows and patio door surrounds have a dark wood effect. All ground floor windows are protected by aluminium wood effect persianas (security grills). The main entrance to the house is through a north facing Andalusian style studded double wooden door.

Key points which make this villa stand out from the rest…

High quality build specification – with all legal paperwork including the LFO

Build size of 240M2 across two floors with a flexible layout

Land size of 9,315M2 – more than two acres of gardens and orchards

Spacious accommodation including high ceilings throughout

3 Phase electric supply and gas central heating to radiators throughout

Mains water supply with back up 2,000litre deposit

Separate irrigation water direct from a 1500m2 water deposit with grey water collection

Quality double glazing with persianas, fly screens and toughened glass to doors

Internet providing a reliable 40Mbps

Sanitation is an underground IO-person eco-septic tank

Easy access via a very short track, peaceful environment but not isolated.

The village can be reached in around 15mins by foot with a convenient stop off point half way

Approx 100 olive trees – produce your own olive oil!

The layout of the property in more detail…

Ground Floor has a north facing entrance porch with traditional Andalusian double wooden doors into the…

Reception/entrance hallway which is a good size and has a beamed ceiling, built in storage space with floor to ceiling sliding doors. A multi paned obscure glazed double door leads to the living room. The other four doors lead to bedroom one and the Jack and Jill en-suite, the second bedroom and the under stairs walk in storage space.

A striking staircase leads up to the first floor with a surround bottom step of beige marble extended as a display ledge. A three-light chandelier.

A short passage leads to… Bedroom three (16m2) Doubled glazed window to the front/north elevation with dark wood effect persianas. Double panel radiator. Double mirrored fronted fitted wardrobe. Ceiling fan. Private access to the Jack and Jill en-suite.

En-suite to bedroom 3 is also a “Jack & Jill” bathroom with entry from the bedroom or the hallway. Each door can be secured which gives convenience when entertaining but if you have guests staying, they have their own bathroom. The bathroom comprises of a double glazed obscure glass window with persianas. Large shower, toilet, bidet, wash basin with wall mounted cabinet. Partially tiled and with heated towel rails.

Bedroom two (16M2). Large double glazed window with persianas to the right/west elevation with views of the Sierra Nieves mountains. Double panel radiator, doubled mirror fronted fitted wardrobes, ceiling fan.

En-suite to bedroom two comprises, double glazed obscure glass window with persianas.. Tiled in bath with shower over and a glass shower screen. Toilet, bidet, wash basin, wall mounted glass mirror with lights. Fully tiled with a 200ltr electric water heater and heated towel rails.

Living room is a large 45M2 space with dual aspect. Entry from the reception hall through the double multi paned glass door descending down two marble steps to the lounge floor, it has three large double panel radiators, a feature fireplace with a large fitted vented wood burner. One large double glazed window to the west elevation with views of the Sierra de las Nieves mountains. Another large window to the south elevation with views over the beautiful Gualdahorce valley, Coin and Alhaurin el Grande in the distance. All windows have aluminium persianas. Double toughened glass patio doors to the covered terrace. Doors to the kitchen and dining room. Central in the ceiling are two five light chandeliers to either end. Television and internet points. Fitted three metre bookcase.

Kitchen (17m2). The kitchen benefits from fitted Shaker style oak base and wall units and more than 6 meters of tropical granite worktops. Stainless steel sink unit, electric oven with extractor hood, four ring gas hob with electronic ignition.

Four double and two single electric outlets are provided. Lighting is from a central three light chandelier. There is 1.45M tropical granite serving arch to the dining room as well as an arched entrance. The double glazed window has an east aspect overlooking the raised garden area and receives the early morning sunshine. There is also a toughened glass single patio door leading out onto the east terrace. There is a door also through to the utility room.

Dining room (13.77m2). Consists of central heating radiator, a very large double glazed window with a south aspect. There is a three light chandelier, and a toughened glass double patio door to the covered terrace.

Utility room (7.5m2) A good size utility room providing ample space for the washing machine, sink unit, dish washer, stand up freezer unit, and base and wall mounted Shaker style units, central heating gas boiler, and the electric three phase fuse box. Single toughened glass patio door to the terrace and rotary washing line area.

First floor accommodation…

The stairs lead up from the entrance hall and on the half landing there is a double panel radiator, a double-glazed window with a north elevation overlooking Casarabonela. There is a decorative wrough iron bannister rail. At the top of the stairs there is another double-glazed window with a west aspect with views of the Sierra de las Nieves mountains.

Landing/studio/office space (8.92m2) This area is flexible but is currently being used as an office space. There is a single double-glazed window with a north elevation overlooking Casarabonela. There is also a single double-glazed window with an east aspect. This window, which overlooks an area where an extention of two 20m2 bedrooms with en-suites and private terraces could be added, subject to planning agreement. There is also a 5 light chandelier.

Master bedroom (20.80m2) A fine airy bedroom with a double panel radiator. Toughened glass double patio doors to a private terrace. Double doors to a walk-in wardrobe and a single door to the en-suite bathroom.

En-suite bathroom (9.4m2) Consisting of a large shower area. Boxed in modern bath, wash basin toilet and a bidet. Two single double gazed windows one with a north aspect and one with an east aspect both fitted with mosquito screens. Partially tiled with heated towel rails.

Private terrace (9.67m2) With a wrought iron railing surround, carriage style light and the most stunning southerly views over the Guadalhorce valley. Idea for sunbathing, reading or just lounging with a glass of wine on a warm evening

Outside space is absolutely key in Spain and this house doesn’t disappoint…

On the ground floor is an arched covered terrace (24m2). Access is through the patio doors from the lounge or from the dining room’s separate patio door. To the west elevation there are three metre glass end of terrace sliding doors again with views of the Sierra de las Nieves and leading on to the outside terraces.

The terrace is south facing with beautiful views over the Guadalhorce valley. It’s positioning avoids direct summer sunshine but is bathed in winter sunshine from dawn to dusk making it ideal for al-fresco dining, relaxing or entertaining in all seasons.

Steps lead down to the extensive outside terrace areas and lawn. It benefits from overhead lighting and electric outlet point.

The property is surrounded by 250m2 of tiled terracing. To the south of the property there is 200m2 of lawn. Around 5,000M2 of the land is completely fenced and set to olive and some fruit trees with living/recreation area and gardens. The remaining area of around 4,315M2 is fenced on one side and set entirely to olives.

Whilst the plot is set primarily to olive trees there are a number of fruit trees including fig, persimmon, pomegranate, almond, orange & lemon trees. The close garden area is set out to lawn, flower beds, flowering shrubs and various trees and hedgerows.

Out buildings for storage and water deposit.

The swimming pool area consists of a 4m x 8M swimming pool and a tiled immediate surround with a decorative wall to the north side.

There are uninterrupted views of the Guadalhorce valley and the Sierra de las Nieves mountains.

The area was historically well known for its wine production and there is plenty of room for planting vines if wanted.

Casarabonela, Malaga and the Sierra de las Nieves

The villa is located within easy reach of Casarabonela village which has all the usual amenities needed for daily life. The village also has a lively calendar of events and festivities and you will always be welcome to join in.

The village is on the edge of the Sierra de las Nieves national park which has a variety of things to do and see…walking with plenty of local routes from which to choose. Bird watching includes seeing Griffon Vultures, Eagles and many other migratory species. On the ground, watch out for the local Ibex or even mongoose!

The light in the area is perfect for painting.

The villa commands spectacular views over the Guadalhorce valley to the south and Sierra de las Nieves mountains to the north and west.

Malaga airport and city centre is just a thirty minute drive away on relatively quiet roads. Malaga’s lake district is just a 30 minute drive away and the world famous EI Choro and Camino del Ray.

Facilities available in Casarabonela include:

Doctors surgery plus a medical centre in the next village and a new hospital 20 minutes drive away. A dentist, pharmacy and veterinary practice

Europe’s second largest cactus museum

Post office and two banks.

Friday street market

School

Full size football pitch with flood lights, padel court, gymnasium and a swimming pool with extensive lawns and covered areas plus a restaurant

Many bars, cafes and shops.

Excellent bus service to Malaga and Ronda.