Molino Lorca
Entrance to the Mill
Nestling in a valley between hills of olive groves, Molino Lorca is a large restored mill located midway between the historic old town of Montefrio and the bustling agricultural town of Huétor Tájar in the Vega de Granada. The area is known as El Poniente Granadino, in the west of Granada Province. To the north and south, olive covered hills and river valleys run down to the vega (central plain) which is an area rich in agriculture and famous for the growing of asparagus.The main town is Loja, sometimes called the City of Water due to its many natural springs and fountains. Loja has a long history and was an important city during the Moorish occupation.
Central courtyard
Living room in the old stables
Molino Lorca offers versatile accommodation in the old mill and the former stables which are divided by a central, gated courtyard. In total there are 10 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, 4 lounges, 2 dining rooms, 4 kitchens and an office area/library. The total floor area is around 450 square metres. The property has been restored in a contemporary rustic style and retains most of its original features. It has mains electricity and water is provided by a private, natural spring.
The rear of the main building
One of the private terraces
The plot is about 5,000 square metres, mostly planted with olive trees but there are also fig, peach and pomegranate trees. It is bordered by the River Velano which flows all year. The property has excellent access from the road but is very private.
Living room on the 1st floor
Ist floor bedroom
The old mill is a large 3 storey building which has been redesigned internally to provide independent accommodation on each floor with separate entrances and private outdoor space but which can be used together as they interlink. The ground floor can be used as a very spacious one bedroom apartment. On the first floor there are four bedrooms and on the second floor 3 bedrooms.
Ground floor kitchen
Bedroom - old stables
There is at least one bathroom and a kitchen on each floor. The old stables have been converted into a pretty, 2 storey cottage with a kitchen and spacious living area on the ground floor and two bedrooms and a bathroom above.
Swimming pool
From the central courtyard steps lead up to a covered terrace with access to the swimming pool area.
Wood store and BBQ area
The pool is 5m x 6m and surrounded by its own terrace. In front of the ground floor is another large terrace with a covered BBQ and seating area with wood store and workshop.
Terrace
Swimming Pool
Steve and Tony, the owners, have put Molino Lorca on the market for only 495000 euros. A very reasonable price considering the size, facilities, condition and location of the property. It would make an ideal permanent or holiday home for a large/extended family or a base from which to offer special interest holidays for small groups e.g. painting, walking, cookery, natural health and virtually any idea you can think of. The property is currently rented to groups throughout the summer and is only available for viewings on Saturdays (changeover day) until the autumn.
For viewings and further information please contact Digby Merry – digmerry@gmail.com
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