casa for Køb i Carratraca, Andalucía

Offering a wonderful compromise between town and country living this property presents a fabulous opportunity to acquire a well established rural tourism business nestled within its own little oasis of tropical gardens within walking distance of all of the amenities of Álora pueblo  When the electric gates open the charming property immediately embraces you  The main house is currently divided into 3 separate apartments including the owners accommodation  At lower garden level there is a pretty 2 bedroom apartment which the current owners have very succesfully exploited as rural tourism accommodation for several years It is decorated in a traditional rustic style and offers 2 bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms, a spacious lounge / dining room and a small but fully equipped kitchen There is a very pretty shaded terrace accessed immediately off the lounge/dining room, with a second terrace overlooking the pool area which is accessed either via the master bedroom or a separate pathway  The second apartment which the current owners also exploit for rural tourism accommodation is located at upper garden level This property was originally designed as an annex for an elderly relative and has the benefit of having an interconnecting door with the owners main accommodation offering greater flexibilty of accommodation This accommodatin is modern in design with open plan lounge, kitchen, dining There is one bedroom and bathroom This apartment has the added benefit of the most beautiful walled courtyard giving the guests total privacy  The current owners accommodation is also at upper garden level A staircase leads you to the private terrace which is framed with glass pannelling This part of the property has been designed and furnished in a bright, modern , contemporary style The windows are all large offering lovely views across the beautiful private gardens and the Andalucian countryside beyond The open plan master bedroom/ensuite enjoys views towards the pool area garden  The dining room leads to the lounge with access directly to the kitchen There is also an office and guest bathroom  In addition to the main accommodation, there is also a very large separate building of approx 200m2 This building has been exploited as a home gym and multi-purpose room by the current owners but offers further potential for development to provide further units of accommodation It has high ceilings and enjoys lots of light and currently hosts a mezzanine level and a luxury bathroom  The current owners are very talented gardeners and during the last two decades they have created what can only be described as an oasis offering various sunny and shady entertaining and relaxing arras including an outdoor cinema area and a swimming pool area  There is also a flat piece of land on the edge of the property which has not been landscaped and would be ideal for establishing a kitchen garden or, indeed, offers potential for equestrian use  All of the units of accommodation are equipped with aircon heating/cooling and hot water is provided by a solar system and the property also benefits from a sophisticated solar power system thus reducing energy bills  This property really does offer a great opportunity to a new owner either to continue or further develop the current business or indeed to enjoy the property as a characterful , spacious family home ideal for an extended family