The period and fully detached Cortijo Cuevas del Marques, believed to date at least
three hundred years, is situated in a beautiful and unspoilt valley called Ronda
la Vieja, nestling beneath the Roman amphitheatre ('Acinipo') where the town of Ronda
used to lie. The location is both tranquil and convenient, just 15minutes from Ronda
and 10 minutes from the pretty 'pueblo blanco' of Setenil. The property boasts uninterrupted,
fantastic views in all directions. The area has virtually no traffic, and is sparsely
populated - making it perfect for those wanting to escape the rat-race and for anyone
wanting to work from home (with Broadband Internet access). The area has been extremely
popular for those with horses for a number of years, with un-fenced bridleways and
tracks starting literally at the front gate. With around
4 hectares (40,000m2) of pastureland, and a couple of stables, the cortijo would
suit anyone wishing to pursue such a past-time.
The property is both traditional and authentic, and is offered in perfect condition
throughout. It has character and charm in abundance, as you can see from the pictures.
Subject to an extensive restoration in latter years, the accommodation is comfortable
and generously proportioned, with period features adding to its undoubtedly stylish
ambience. All mod-cons have been incorporated (new electricity supply, internet,
new plumbing, etc, etc), but not at the expense of the property's historical integrity.
At the end of the tree-lined avenue, the main buildings open out into a stunning
cobbled central walled courtyard - a feature every home should have! The main house
boasts a traditional entrance hall, a large drawing room with an adjacent study,
a separate dining room, a fully integrated kitchen / breakfast room, cloakroom, family
bathroom, a master suite with bedroom and shower room, and 3 additional bedrooms.
The separate guest cottage offers spacious and delightful accommodation (this is
possibly the oldest part of the property) with it's own entrance hall, a large sitting
room and dining area, a gorgeous double bedroom, and a bathroom featuring an antique
roll-top bath with clawed feet. There is a covered cloister leading out into the
central patio.
Externally, as well as the central courtyard, there are natural stone terraces at
the side and rear of the property, with period covered pergolas providing the perfect
setting for al-fresco dining and entertaining. There is a recently constructed and
fully tiled swimming pool (c.9x5m) with a stone surround, and gravelled terraces
making the most of the stunning views beyond. There is an 'orchard' area with both
ancient and young olive trees in stone 'planters' which leads on to the stables and
the utility cottage. The stabels offer enough space for 2 loose boxes and a tack
room ... this building has been entirely renovated, and has been left open-plan for
the time being, allowing greater flexibility in its final use (it would make a great
self-contained cottage, or an office or gym, etc). The utility room is housed within
a several-hundred-year-old outbuilding, which has again been entirely restored in
recent times. The rolling fields beyond are excellent for anyone with equestrian
ambitions, and it may also be of interest to note that a purchaser may be able to
acquire an additional 3 hectares (30,000m2) of adjoining land, at a reasonable cost,
if required.
