Welcome to this spectacular, mystique and beautiful villa located in the tranquil area of Fuente del Espanto in Benahavis, Malaga. It has been built in Andalusian style with a touch of classical elegance and was originally built in the 1970s but the current owner did extensive work both reforming and extending it in the early 2000s. The villa next door is also for sale, which would be perfect for the large family or for those who have a high social life with lots of guests.
Every inch of this property has a story to tell, the materials used have been carefully and meticulously selected by the current owners. To mention some of these details, the driveway is made of hand-crafted sea stones, the walls surrounding the property are made of imported lava stones from Bali, the floor plans and installation of the outdoor lamps were done in collaboration with the famous architect Made Viyaya and the three large lampposts in the garden are taken from King Saud’s palace in Jeddah.
Via the grandiose entrance, which is equipped with an automatic gate, you are welcomed up to the property through the private driveway. The plot measures 1500 sqm and the first thing that strikes you when you enter the property is the amazing views and its impressive garden with both avocado trees, lemon trees, orange trees, decorative vines and different flowers such as mature roses. During spring and summer, the garden is in full bloom, and you will be absolutely enchanted by the hundreds of roses that embrace the garden. In the middle of the garden, you will be captivated by the magnificent pool are with the associated chill-out area with both a heated pool which allows swimming all year round and sunbeds for those occasions when you want to experience real relaxation.
The property includes three completely individual and separate buildings, the main house, the tower and the pavilion which together occupy a total of 490m² of built area, with a total of 395m² of interior space and an additional 95m² of terrace.
The main house comprises three bedrooms, three bathrooms, a living room, a dining room, and a kitchen. Many fantastic details such as tiles from Sweden, kitchen in country style with Belfast sink and stove with both gas and electricity. All three bedrooms have direct access to the beautiful gardens. Two of them have their own ensuite bathrooms. Each bedroom has its own unique style and also includes fitted wardrobes and wood floors in either oak or pine. The master bathroom includes heated floor as well. Many parts of the main house have gorgeous antique stone floor.
The tower is perfect as a guest house with its three levels and open floor plan. The ground floor offers a double garage, the middle floor has a living room and bedroom in one, and the upper floor houses a fantastic roof top terrace with breathtaking sea views.
The pavilion can be entered either from the garden or from its own entrance direct from the driveway. It has two bedrooms, two bathrooms, an open-plan living room with kitchen as well as a gym, a wine cellar, a storage room and a guest lavatory. It also consists of a cozy fireplace, a perfect place to meet your friends and family.
This is a truly once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own a true masterpiece, absolutely different from any property on the market and with lots of history and uniqueness. To understand its greatness, you have to experience it in person.