During the past 20 years a small cortijo, once only accessible by dirt tracks has been transformed, into a beautiful villa and residence. Redesigned with multiple purposes in mind, it has also served as a vacation and meditation/yoga retreat. Construction approximately 278 sq meters on two levels with tile terraces all around.The stunning mountain and sea views are a spectacular treat one never tires of admiring. Sunrise and sunsetvisible. Starry nights and SILENCE, day and night, except for an occasional dog barking (minimal auto, air or neighbour noise). Licensed as a vacation rental for up to 8 people in accordance with applicable laws. As such, it can be rented to provide an income approximating 20,000 euros annually.

It also makes a stunning RETREAT space with even larger income-producing possibilities. Fully fenced and easy, paved access from GR5300 between Jete and Itrabo.Gated entrance and private parking sufficient for 3-4 cars.

20 minutes to Almunecar and Motril. 15 minutes to Salobrena. 55 minutes to Granada.

The top-level of the main house consists of a

 kitchen

 living/dining area

  wood burner fireplace in the wall

 sitting area off the living/dining area

 two standard size rooms (bedrooms, office, etc)

 a very large room with arches in the middle (master bedroom and sitting room or divisible into several separate rooms)

 bathroom

 outdoor BBQ

 terrace for dining and viewing running the entire length of the house.

There is another very cozy bedroom and bathroom with its own entrance off a lovely patio area which also has a mini kitchen area and its own wood burner. Outside enclosed washer area on the top level near house.

The bottom-level of the main house, accessible by an inner staircase as well as its own outer entrance, has

 a kitchen

 dining/living area

 outdoor BBQ with tile counter and sink area.

 dual air conditioning and heating unit

 a large bedroom with included bath

 a standard bedroom

 additional bath

 a small terrace off the kitchen with a washing machine area

 large glass door-enclosed terrace for year-round enjoyment

Running the entire length of the house underneath is a very large storage area that also houses the water heater, etc. Separate pool (5 x 10 meters) and large terrace area with veranda

Separate cozy terrace sitting above the water-pump roomwith spectacular sunset views. Septic tank.

Approximately 3,000 square meters on multiple terraces.

Flowering gardens and vegetable gardens. Terraces with mature, producing olive and almond trees. Fig trees and grape vines too. Plenty of space for mango, citrus, nut and other trees.

Agricultural water rights with local coop.

The house is close to the charming villages of Jete, Otívar, and Itrabo where you will find a variety of reputable local restaurants where the food is predominantly locally grown.

For walkers and wildlife lovers, the Sierra Almijara and the foothills of the Sierra Nevada offer some wonderful walking throughout the year. Keen birdwatchers will regularly see such birds as kestrels, brown eagles, hoopoe birds, honey buzzards and many other varieties seldom seen in Northern Europe nowadays.

Other nearby beauty spots include waterfalls near Otivar and the wildlife park in the Peña Escrita. A beautiful secluded bay about 20 minutes’ drive away is an ideal place for enjoying the sun and swimming, followed by a mojito and tapas at one of the picturesque beach bars. Traditional white Andalusian villages are situated in the Alpujarra mountains about an hours drive from the villa. For those who enjoy a game of golf, there is a golf course located about 15 minutes’ drive away in Granada Beach . A one hour drive will take you to The Alhambra andcultural attractions of Granada.The Sierra Nevada is also only 1 hour away, where you can ski some part of the year.