Character 4 bedroom House for sale with countryside view in Alhaurin de la Torre, Andalucia

835,000 EUR 718,100 GBP 901,800 USD

Reference: 242985

Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 3
Floor Size: 307 m2
Plot Size: 1.21 hectares / 2.98 acres

Features

Balcony
Terrace
Fruit Trees
Countryside View
South Facing
Parking
Garage
Good Condition

Details

Enjoying far reaching panoramic mountain and countryside views is this beautiful 4 bedroom house nestling in 3 acres of glorious land with olive and fruit trees, pool and gardens, located near all amenities in Alhaurin de la Torre.

Built with high quality materials in 1997 by the current owner, the home features insulated walls, double glazing, PVC windows, energy efficient electric heating, a sturdy antique front door and spectacular arched antique oak ceilings.

The main living area is on the top floor and is accessed from the parking area up a flight of granite stone steps. There is an entrance porch, hall with stairs to the ground floor, sunny living room, dining room with a log burner, fully fitted kitchen and a summer dining terrace with steps leading to the gardens.

The master bedroom is located at the end of the living area with built-in wardrobes and a bathroom, and the second bedroom has a built-in wardrobe and a shower room.

On the ground floor there is further accommodation comprising a living and dining room with an open plan kitchen and access to a private terrace, two double bedrooms (both with built-in wardrobes) and a bathroom. This could easily be converted to an independent apartment. On this level there is also a utility room and a 40m2 storeroom/garage.

Outside is a large south-facing terrace and the pool with emerald tiles that blend in perfectly with the surroundings. Here there is a covered barbecue and a storage room that could be converted into an outside shower room.

To the side of the house there is ample parking and a large sturdy double carport.

The plot is almost entirely fenced and is planted with 150 olive trees and 40 orange trees in full production, as well as several lemons, avocados and mandarins.

The property has town water and direct access to natural spring water with a 40,000 litre water deposit. Electricity and telephone are connected.

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1. Putting down a Holding Deposit

On finding a property you wish to purchase you will need to negotiate the terms, price and conditions of the sale with the owner. This part of the process is not binding. We would recommend using an independent English speaking legal advisor. Once a purchase price has been agreed, normally a holding or reserve deposit will be required to ensure the property is removed from the market. The sum required will vary between properties and will be based on the purchase price. A time limit for the preagreement to be signed will be arranged and there will also be legal checks to be made.

2. Setting up a Pre-agreement (Contrato privado de compraventa)

The pre-agreement will set out the conditions under which the Buyer and Seller agree to complete the purchase of the property and the price they have agreed upon. Relevant details will generally be included for example the property details, purchase price and the date for completion. A deposit will be required at this point, this will vary, but will generally be 10% of the agreed price. This agreement will include a penal clause if the sale does not go through. If the seller pulls out of the sale your compensation will be double the deposit you have paid, but if you decide not to go through with the sale then your deposit will be lost. Certain checks will need to be made before signing the contract, checks should be made against the title of the property, mortgage status and if the property has any debts held against it. The planning status should also be looked into. These conditions can be varied by the seller and the buyer and other types of agreement can be made.

3. The Contract (Escritura de compraventa)

Before a non-Spanish purchaser can buy a Spanish property they will need to have set up a Spanish bank account and obtained a Spanish tax number (NIE). The completion will take place in the presence of a Notary Public. This is a Spanish public official, by law the deed of sale must be witnessed by a Notary Public. You will also need your own independent, expert legal advisor to act on your behalf. On Completion the buyer must pay the balance, that is the price agreed after the deposit has been deducted, plus any other fees on the completion date. Both buyer and seller must sign the Escritura de compraventa contract, (this is the Spanish equivalent of the title deeds). The title deeds (escritura) will be given to the buyer, this will be done in the presence of a Notary Public, they will certify that the transfer has taken place. The tax office will be sent a copy and the property registry will be informed of the transfer.