this period cortijo is believed to date at least three hundred years it 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 sparcely populated making it perfect for those wanting to escape the ratrace 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 unfenced bridleways and tracks starting literally at the front gate with around 4 hectares 40000m2 of pastureland and a couple of stables the cortijo would suit anyone wishing to pursue such a pasttime

the property is both traditional and authentic and is beautifully presented throughout it has character and charm in abundance subject to an extensive restoration in recent years the accommodation is comfortable and generously proportioned with period features adding to its undoubtedly stylish ambience all modcons 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 treelined avenue the main buildings open out into a stunning cobbled central walled courtyard 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 rolltop 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 alfresco dining and entertaining there is a recently constructed and fully tiled swimming pool c9x5m 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 openplan for the time being allowing greater flexibility in its final use it would make a great selfcontained cottage or an office or gym etc the utility room is housed within a severalhundredyearold 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 30000m2 of adjoining land at a reasonable cost if required adsl breakfast room charming property courtyard fireplace full of character horse boxes ideal for country lovers immaculate condition living room with fireplace many special features refurbished sep guest accommodation swimming pool tastefully decorated various storerooms various terraces

Province	Malaga	Town	Ronda
Bedrooms	5	Bathrooms	3
Price : 1,500,000 Euros - £1,364,393 ?