*Reduced* A larger than average and beautifully renovated 5 bedroom - 2 bathrooom - 1 toilet semi-detached Andalucian cortijo/rural tourism business with 6m x 3m private pool situated in a small hamlet in the beautiful rural area of Chirivel, in Almeria Province. The property is situated within walking distance of a bar /restaurant and is only a 5 minute drive from the small town of Chirivel, which offers all amenities for daily living. The historical and market town of Velez Rubio, with a wider range of shops, banks, bars, a weekly market, 24h health centre, etc, is only a 10 minute drive. There is good access to the A92 Murcia-Granada motorway which leads to Granada and the Sierra Nevada ski resort in one direction and the E15/A7 coastal motorway in the other direction, giving easy access to the airports of Almeria, Murcia and Alicante. The coastal resorts of Aguilas (Murcia), San Juan de Los Terreros, Vera and Mojacar (Almeria) are within an hour and a quarter drive. The property comes with the “vivienda rural” tourist license in place to operate as a “vivienda rural”. Total built area: 334. Ground floor 213 m2. Upper floor: 121 m2. House tax: Around 386 euros. Paid annually. This well presented semi-detached two storey house is set in a plot of around 2273m2 with spectacular views across the surrounding countryside to the mountains beyond. To the front of the house there is a gravelled parking area with ample space for 3 or 4 cars. The front door opens into a large entrance hall and to the left is a door leading into a large lounge with inset fan assisted wood burner and traditional built-in kitchen cabinets (alacena). From the lounge, a door leads into a dining room with plenty of space for a large table and chairs, and doors from both the lounge & dining room lead into an Andalucian style winter kitchen with sink, gas hob, electric oven, fridge and under-stairs cupboards. Stairs from the kitchen lead up to a large second lounge area heated by vents in the chimney breast from the log burner below. There are three further large double bedrooms on the first floor, along with a large family bathroom comprising full size bath with shower over, large glazed corner shower, WC and basin, in a marble topped vanity unit. A door leads out to a roof terrace with outstanding views and stairs leading back down to the courtyard. The upper level together with the downstairs kitchen and dining room has been transformed into a sought-after retreat for holidaymakers seeking an authentic rural Spanish experience and it comes with its coveted tourist license. Returning to the entrance hall, to the front is a large double bedroom. To the right is a cloakroom with WC, basin and storage cupboard. Further along the entrance hall also to the right a door leads through to a small hallway with access to the master suite and a courtyard with access to the garden. The master bedroom is generously proportioned with a feature shelved alcove and benefits from a walk-in wardrobe with hanging rails & lighting. With a spacious ensuite shower room with a large tiled & glass block shower cubicle, WC and basin set in a marble topped vanity unit. The courtyard gives access to a large, modern, high-standard fully equipped catering kitchen kitchen with ample space for a dining table and chairs. The kitchen is fitted with granite worktops, a good range of cupboards, gas hob, double integrated electric oven, sink with drainer, American fridge freezer and dishwasher. It also features a kitchen island. Adjacent utility/pantry room with a washing machine, tumble dryer, gas water heater and additional storage. The courtyard also gives access to a wood / general store area, and has a stable door leading out to the front parking area. From the summer kitchen, a door leads out to the rear garden and pool area with BBQ where a large wooden pergola provides a lovely shaded area to sit overlooking the pool. The 6x3m tiled pool has Roman steps with a paved surround, and the pool area is walled to the front and to one side for privacy. The property is connected to mains water and electric. Also wireless internet. Wooden windows with traditional interior shutters.