Luxury country property – Inland Murcia, Spain Caravaca de la Cruz, Murcia   This unique 300-year-old ‘cortijo’ (600m2 farmhouse), set in 20,000m2 of pine, almond and olive trees, surrounded by cultivated fields. Lovingly renovated by the current owners; to provide 7 luxury suites; lounge; dining room;  kitchen and library. Set in comfortable grounds in a tranquil and private located, but still only 12 minutes from Caravaca de la Cruz. The property has a large swimming pool with bespoke double sunbeds and an outdoor kitchen, dining and seating area with built in barbeque. Accommodation Ground floor Lounge with antique log burner Dining room with open fire Bedroom suite with open fire, ensuite bathroom (shower/wash basin/WC) and private garden Bedroom suite, ensuite bathroom (shower/wash basin/WC) Separate WC Storeroom Open plan kitchen/living/office area – range cooker, dishwasher, granite worktops, central island, Bedroom and ensuite bathroom (shower/wash basin/WC) First floor Library on first floor with additional quiet seating area 3 further bedroom suites with ensuite bathrooms (shower/wash basin/WC) Laundry storeroom Bedroom and ensuite bathroom (bath/shower/wash basin/WC) Dressing room and storage area Gardens: Swimming pool (14m x 5m) – completely re-tiled in 2016 and converted to a non-chlorine pool. The area is separated from other areas of the garden by gates for safety. Feature palm tree island with steps into the pool for easy access. The surrounding terrace has space for sunbeds, tables and chairs 4 garden areas laid with small stones, olive, almond, pine and fruit (cherry, plum, apple, peach) trees plus a kitchen garden Outdoor kitchen and WC - Chimenea for wood burning BBQ Pool pump house Large storage out-house Wood store Utility room housing water tank/boiler/oil tank/solar tanks/washing machine/tumble dryer Large car parking area in front of property   Grounds: Plot – 20,000m2 of pine and almond trees Stable and fenced paddock and small tack room Location: The property is situated in between the villages of La Encarnacion and La Almudema. 12 minutes from Caravaca de la Cruz - known as the City of Legend and is recognised as the fifth Holiest City   The sanctuary of Santa Cruz is home to a magnificent, miraculous cross which is celebrated for its healing powers. The city is a destination for pilgrims from around the globe. The property is located just on the edge of the Sierra Espuna National Park close to the vineyards of Murcia in Jumilla, Yeclar and Bullas and the historic city of Lorca. 50 minutes from the Region of Murcia (Corvera) airport and 90 minutes from Alicante airport. 40 minutes from the beach 3 hours from Granada and the Sierra Nevada mountains. The property has been completely refurbished, including new rooves and new plumbing and electrics installed. The “cortijo” has been sympathetically decorated with high attention to detail and is beautifully presented with solid wooden doors and treated wooden beams throughout. Windows are double glazed and are fitted with fly-screens and traditional ironwork. Central heating is provided through oil fired radiators throughout. Services: Mains electric with generator backup, water, septic tank, oil central heating, solar panels for hot water, Spanish TV aerial, English TV satellite dish, WIFI antenna.