A magnificent country estate with its’ own golf course, stables an private chapel which is licensed for weddings and religious services, set in 100 hectares of wild forest and could be a great business venture. This property is the perfect retreat from an ever busy world and yet only 20 minutes from the Costa del Sol highway. This truly is a property worth looking at; it is like having your own private kingdom, for the golf lover and equestrian enthusiast.

The estate stands on the banks of the fertile Genal River valley and overlooks the scenic Monte Crestellina and Sierra Bermeja nature reserves. It is unique and beautiful property and as no more construction is allowed in the surrounding countryside, there are only a few smart country houses scattered around.

The property totals approximately 1,000 m2 of living area with 500 m2 of terraces and patios. The accommodation consists of four buildings with a total of 17 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms and a 2 ½  staff house.

A stream, Arroyo del Alba runs through the property, and feeds two lakes totaling 1,500 m2. One of which is by the golf course and the other next to the orchard which contains a veritable selection of fruit trees (Orange, lemon, fig, pomegranate, grapefruit, olive, avocado, loquat and some more).

There are also 5 wells.

A smooth 2 km dirt track winds its way to the first entrance gate, past a small brook and up through a pine tree forest to a second impressive electric gate. It then passes the 7th hole of the private golf course. The golf course has 3 par-4 and 4 par-3 holes. Two of the holes can be played twice from different Tees to make it a 9 hole golf course.

The bell tower of the house appears behind a magnificent ancient oak tree and set against the endless background of the Sierra Bermeja nature reserve. To the east is the distant village of Gaucín perched on its mountain. The bell tower, with the family crest, overlooks the Andalucian courtyard.

The sitting room and study and the beautiful dining room are on the right-hand side and the dining patio faces north east so as to enjoy the cool during the hot summer months. On the ground floor are 2 bedrooms with bathrooms. (The master suite has 2 bathrooms). Upstairs is a third bedroom and bathroom.

There is a vast kitchen with every modern convenience, plus a pantry area, laundry room etc. and a separate staff entrance with parking for several cars. A large wine cellar and a guest cloakroom are also off the courtyard. The two story library is one of the fincas most magnificent features. It contains nearly 6.000 books most of which are included in the sale.

The salt water swimming pool is 200 m away from the main house set within the most beautiful and mature gardens. There is parking for several cars.

Out of sight from the main house the guest house has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, a sitting-dining room with kitchen and a courtyard outside dining area.

The chapel includes a magnificent copy of the original family triptych of San Roman, a national treasure the original of which is in Barcelona at the family seat.

With 2 1/2 bed and 2 bathrooms, the staff house is adjacent to the 3 box stables and overlooks the nearby paddock. Horse riding in the region is sheer paradise.

This property does require some renovation (not structural) as it is 25 years old. It is a fantastic opportunity for someone who would enjoy rejuvenating this impressive cortijo. The overall building condition of the houses is excellent and is ready to move into.

The property is situated in 100 hectares of wild forest. There is a 15 km river track along the Genal River down to the sea at Sotogrande, the capital of European polo. In the south of Spain, between Gibraltar and Marbella, lies the mountain village of Gaucín; a privileged place to live, with stunning sierras, green valleys and breathtaking views of the sea and Africa. This beautiful village and surrounding area has attracted many discerning people from around the world.