Detached Villa for sale in Sotogrande Alto Ref: X-SBE-HNP

An exceptional opportunity to purchase an immaculate 5 bedroom family home on a large plot with very special "Eco" qualities. Situated in one of the best locations within Sotogrande Alto this really is a "one of a kind" luxury home.

Constructed 13 years ago for the current owners by a Belgian company with northern European insulation standards, this 5 bedroom, 5 bathroom villa is an exceptionally well-built family home.

The exterior walls are half a metre thick and consist of 33cm air insulation bricks and 5cm of natural cork lining with 5cm of Rockwool, air space and 2cm of Fermacel coating. Under the floors and in the ceilings there is 3cm of closed cell insulation. This insulation is further complimented by double-glazing, led lighting and solar panels. The house is consequently very economical to heat and cool.

Calle Daimiel is a quiet cul-de-sac located within highly sought-after Sotogrande Alto. This American style colonial villa is located at the end of the cul-de-sac enjoying great peace, privacy and wonderful uninterrupted views.

In order to preserve its valuable privacy, the current owners also purchased the adjoining plot (included in the price) and have made it into an intriguing natural garden with pathways, fruit trees, flowers and aromatic herbs.

The house is extremely bright and spacious with large rooms and plenty of natural light. All doors and door frames have been handcrafted in Indian teak and the property includes many Moroccan features.

An ornate, antique Indian door leads to the large entrance hall with sweeping stairs to the first floor. On the ground floor, there is a bedroom/office with adjoining wc, a guest wc and plenty of storage cupboards.

The huge living/dining room has a double aspect ensuring plenty of natural light. This leads to the large country style kitchen with solid teak units a Belling range cooker and granite work surfaces. French doors lead from the kitchen to the main terrace outside. In addition, there is a useful pantry/larder and a good size laundry room housing the solar powered hot water tank, water softener and filter for fresh drinking water.

On the first floor a lovely wide galleried landing leads to three double bedrooms each with fitted wardrobes, en suite bathrooms and terraces with superb views.

A fully self-contained guest/staff apartment is located on the ground floor and includes a living room, kitchen, bathroom and double bedroom.

Outside the villa, the sweeping 60m drive leads to a carport for three cars and enough private parking for many more. The gardens are very well stocked with beautiful shrubs and flowers, the unusual free form swimming pool is surrounded by an easy to maintain lawned area.

Additionally, the attic of the villa is very large and timber-framed, it could be converted into further living space if needed.

Further features include: Solar heating, reversible air conditioning, gas fired radiator heating. There is also fiber-optic cabling.

In summary, the quality of the ecological build of this villa is second to none and it represents the perfect family home located close to amenities and yet in an area of great beauty and tranquility.