Country house in El Lugarico

Description

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.