4 bed Finca – Cortijo in Vélez-Málaga (town)

This fully renovated, modern country house (cortijo) is located in a peaceful, elevated position near Velez-Malaga. It offers panoramic views of the Mediterranean Sea, surrounding mountains, and its own lush tropical gardens. Designed with high energy efficiency in mind, the property features specialized eco-friendly installations throughout the house, garden, and pool area. Key Features and Amenities Exterior and Grounds: Tropical Gardens: A 20-year labor of love featuring diverse palm varieties (including Foxtail and Washingtonia) and an extensive orchard with mango, avocado, macadamia, citrus, pitahaya, pecan, and fig trees. The grounds also feature active beehives and a computer-controlled irrigation system supplied by a private well. Swimming Pool: A large, heated pool (15m x 5m) with an electric solar cover, a dedicated 2.5m deep diving zone, and a solar-powered outdoor shower. The poolside features a shaded pergola (4m x 4m) and a wooden Bali-bed. Outbuildings and Parking: Access is via an electric gate opening to a spacious gravel driveway. Parking includes a garage (5.60m x 3m), a carport with an electric vehicle (EV) charging point, and a small workshop (2m x 3m). Additional outbuildings, greenhouses, a rear shaded seating area, and three 10,000-liter water storage tanks are located at the back of the property. Utilities: The property operates with a solar power system, private water storage, and a private well, while remaining connected to the main mains electricity and water grids. Interior Layout: The interior is equipped with underfloor heating and an advanced climate control system for heating and cooling. Living Space: An open-plan living room (4.05m x 5.10m) and dining area (3.75m x 3.82m) complete with a wood-burning stove, ceiling fans, and air conditioning. A fully equipped kitchen (3m x 2.45m) sits adjacent, offering sea and garden views. Primary Suite: Accessible from the living room, featuring a bedroom (3.55m x 6.90m) with AC, ceiling fans, and built-in wardrobes, a walk-in closet (2.60m x 2.15m), and an ensuite bathroom (2m x 6.90m) with a whirlpool bath and separate shower. Guest and Additional Rooms: A home office/fourth bedroom (2.05m x 3.90m) sits just off the living room. A separate hallway wing leads to a guest bedroom (3.05m x 3.90m), a double bedroom (2.24m x 3.15m), and a family bathroom (1.90m x 2.30m). Utility and Storage: A dedicated utility room (2.33m x 3.33m) houses the laundry appliances and the solar power system. This connects to a storage room (2.33m x 3.33m) that can easily be converted into an extra living space, which loops back out to the covered veranda. Location and Microclimate The area benefits from a unique microclimate created by the surrounding mountains and sea proximity, making it a prime agricultural hub for mango and avocado farming. Proximity and Travel Times: Velez-Malaga Town Center: 5 minutes ‌(offers ‌restaurants, ‌bars, ‌supermarkets, ‌a weekly ‌market, ‌historic ‌sites, and a lively ‌cultural/flamenco ‌scene). Shopping Mall: 10 minutes. Torre del Mar (Coast): ‌15 minutes. Malaga ‌City: ‌40 ‌minutes. Sierra ‌Nevada ‌(Skiing): ‌1.5 ‌hours.