Costa del Sol - 5 bedrooms Villa

The period and fully detached Cortijo Cuevas del Marques, believed to date at least three hundred years, is situated in a beautiful and unspoilt valley called Ronda la Vieja, nestling beneath the Roman ampitheatre ('Acinipo') where the town of Ronda used to lie. The location is both tranquil and convenient, just 15mins from Ronda and 10mins from the pretty 'pueblo blanco' of Setenil, and the property boasts uninterrupted, fantastic views in all directions. The area has virtually no traffic, and is sparsely populated - making it perfect for those wanting to escape the rat-race and for anyone wanting to work from home (with Broadband Internet access). The area has been extremely popular for those with horses for a number of years, with un-fenced bridleways and tracks starting literally at the front gate. With around 4 hectares (40,000m2) of pastureland, and a couple of stables, the cortijo would suit anyone wishing to pursue such a pastime.

The property is both traditional and authentic, and is offered in perfect condition throughout. It has character and charm in abundance, as you can see from the pictures. Subject to an extensive restoration in latter years, the accommodation is comfortable and generously proportioned, with period features adding to its undoubtedly stylish ambience. All mod-cons have been incorporated (new electricty supply, internet, new plumbing, etc, etc), but not at the expense of the property's historical integrity.

At the end of the tree-lined avenue, the main buildings open out into a stunning cobbled central walled courtyard - a feature every home should have! The main house boasts a traditional Entrance Hall, a large Drawing Room with an adjacent Study, a separate Dining Room, a fully integrated Kitchen / Breakfast Room, Cloakroom, Family Bathroom, a Master Suite with Bedroom and Shower Room, and 3 additional Bedrooms. The separate guest cottage offers spacious and delightful accommodation (this is possibly the oldest part of the property) with it's own Entrance Hall, a large Sitting Room and Dining Area, a gorgeous Double Bedroom, and a Bathroom featuring an antique roll-top bath with clawed feet. There is a covered cloister leading out into the central patio.

Externally, as well as the central courtyard, there are natural stone terraces at the side and rear of the property, with period covered pergolas providing the perfect setting for al-fresco dining and entertaining. There is a recently constructed and fully tiled swimming pool (c.9x5m) with a stone surround, and gravelled terraces making the most of the stunning views beyond. There is an 'orchard' area with both ancient and young olive trees in stone 'planters' which leads on to the Stables and the Utility Cottage. The STABLES offer enough space for 2 loose boxes and a tack room ... this building has been entirely renovated, and has been left open-plan for the time being, allowing greater flexibility in its final use (it would make a great self-contained cottage, or an office or gym, etc). The UTILITY ROOM is housed within a several-hundred-year-old outbuilding, which has again been entirely restored in recent times. The rolling fields beyond are excellent for anyone with equestrian ambitions, and it may also be of interest to note that a purchaser may be able to acquire an additional 3 hectares (30,000m2) of adjoining land, at a reasonable cost, if required.

Guide Price - Offers in the region of 1.5 miilion euros

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