7 bed, 5 bath 7 Bed Townhouse for sale in Albox, Almería, Spain.

Casa Benito is a 100 year old  traditional cortijo that has been sympathetically modernised to offer a perfect blend of modern luxury and country charm

There are 7 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms as well as all the amenities you would expect for comfortable living such as central heating, air conditioning , log burners and a recently renovated pool

this versatile family home has far reaching panoramic views and benefits not only from a gloriously private and secluded location but also its proximity (1

5km)  to the village of Pocicas where there is a bakery, general store , church , restaurant/bar and doctors clinic

It is 15 minutes drive from the commercial town of Albox where you can find all amenities including shops ,supermarkets, banks, restaurants,superb weekly local market ,  sports facilities  and medical centre

 

 

On entering through the electric gates there is ample parking as well as a double car port

 

 

At the front of the property there is an extensive well maintained patio area and recenrlt renovated  pool

The perfect space for entertaining



 

Although the cortijo is one building it is divided into 4 separate sections which allow flexibility

Each of the sections have independent external access however three of them can be connected internally to allow for family living

Should you choose to separate , the house could then be rented as individual self contained units or friends and family could benefit from their own private space

 

 

Looking at the property at the front the right hand side has a totally private casita

The caista has an open plan lounge/kitchen/diner as well as a large bedroom with a contemporary ensuite shower room

 

 

The central entrance to the property has a traditionalwooden cortijo  door which opens into a large and stylish fully equipped modern kitchen with granite worktops

As the heart of the home the kitchen has a chimney with log burner , a sofa and a large dining table

The kitchen/diner is the perfect place for meal preparation and hosting large family and friends dinners

 

 

On one side of the kitchen there is a door leading to the main living room

This is a large 8x5m light  and airy room with a feature fireplace with large log burner

The highlight of this room is the glass curtain which can be opened onto the front patio

The south facing glass curtain floods the room with natural light

The uninterrupted  views from the living room are simply stunning

A feature of this room is the double height ceiling adding to the feeling of space and light

 

 

The opposite side of the kitchen leads directly into a utility area which houses some tall larder units , washing machine , second large fridge freezer

There are some glazed door which open onto a back patio and gives access to the boiler room housing two water tanks and a storage area

 

 

A corridor continues from the Utility room through the main part of the house

On the right of the corridor is a large bathroom with a bath with shower

vanity unit and basin and toilet

There is the added luxury of underfloor heating in this modern and stylish bathroom

 

 

Opposite this bathroom is a large bedroom which looks out onto the front of the house

There are fitted wardrobes for extensive storage

This room is currently being used as a fitness centre

 

 

At the end of the corridor there is a bedroom with an ensuite shower room

once again this fully modernised contemporary bathroom has underfloor heating and has a walk in shower , toilet and vanity unit with basin

There are patio doors from the bedroom which open into a totally private andalucian courtyard

A fabulous space to enjoy your morning coffee in your sanctuary

 

 

The office and studio area offers four rooms and a bathroom which can be accessed from either the fitness room or independently from the front left of the property

Entering from the front of the property you come into a room currently furnished with a sofabed and a wash hand basin

There is a step into a double bedroom currently being used as an office area

This bedroom connects to the fitness centre as well as having two steps down to the short corridor which links to a further three rooms in this section

A small wet room with shower , toilet and basin , Two rooms at the end of this corridor are a bedroom and dressing/storage room , these are currently being used as studio/workshop area

One of these rooms has patio doors which open onto a tiled patio area at the front of the house

 

 

The fouth and final section of the property is the second floor two bedroom apartment

 

This apartment can be accessed by internal stairs which lead into the main kitchen however it  has its own independent private access from the front of the property via a wide external set of steps which lead to a wrap around balcony with stunning mountain views

 

 

The apartment comprises of two double bedrooms

a large and stylish lounge with air conditioning , a fully fitted kitchen/diner and a large contemporary bathroom

The bathroom has a walk in shower a luxurious oversize bath , vanity unit and basin and toilet

 

 

A large part of the landscaping has been designed for low maintenance and incorporates a wide variety of indigenous plants , cacti and trees

There are also a couple of fruit trees to the side garden

The whole plot is fenced/walled and is a haven of peace and tranquility



 

Casa Benito has been well maintained and offers a truly unique and versatile property whether you are looking for a family home , multigenerational living or an opportunity to run a business , this could be the right home for you

 

 


* 2 floors
* Build Size 403 m²
* Plot Size 1,425 m²
* Private Pool
* Mains Water
* Mains Electric
* Telephone Possible
* Internet Possible
* Furniture Negotiable
* Air Conditioning
* Central Heating
* Private Terrace
* Roof Solarium
* 60 minutes drive to the beach
* 15 minutes drive to the shops