Description
Built size: 628m2. Plot size: 2395m2. This fabulous resale property is all about location location location.
A much-loved family home built with exceptional workmanship on solid foundations. This bespoke villa was originally built and designed for a former Director of the Ferrero company hence the Italian design influences including the marble flooring with inlay, the pale grey marble columns which were shipped over from Italy, the decorative ceiling cornices and friezes, the handcrafted carved wood on the staircase and the decadent marble ensuite bathroom in the master bedroom.
Generous and spacious rooms that are light bright and airy with an impeccable elegant classic décor enhanced with crystal lighting fittings that again reflect the almost Italian palazzo style of this villa.
The vast master bedroom suite on the top level has its own 100m2 private sun terrace from which to enjoy the sea and castle views, there is a purpose-built private cinema room from the pool area which can be adapted into a gymnasium, entertainment/games room etc., and the lower level of the property can be closed off as a separate self-contained guest apartment as whilst accessible internally it has its own external entrance.
This is an exceptional and impeccable property with more than a touch of artistic beauty throughout and whilst key ready to move straight into it also allows the discerning buyer to adapt to one's own personal style and taste to blend and mix modern and contemporary with antique and vintage to create immense visual appeal and one that will certainly impress your guests.
The current owners are fortunate to have the original hand drawn sketches of the room layouts with the items of bespoke furniture bought from a local renowned furniture and interior design store and they also have a photograph album of the actual build so you can actually see how the villa came together and for the new buyers to own a little bit of the history.
Situated in a highly sought-after area where properties of this standard rarely come onto the market for resale the property is also south facing, enjoys both spectacular sunrises and sunsets and boasts winter sun for all year-round enjoyment.
Built over 3 levels on solid rock foundations that keeps out moisture and insulates against the cold the property was built with first class construction and equipment. The original owners kept documented photographic evidence of the build so you can see first-hand which together with the interior design sketches provide an insight into the history of the property.
There have only been 3 owners of this property and the current owners have maintained the provenance whilst adding the 100m2 cinema room that easily be adapted into a fitness room/gymnasium, entertainment/games room or home office.
Whilst in a sought-after residential area the design of the property and landscaped gardens ensure that once you enter through the electric gates you have a very private and impressive property.
Access to the property is through wonderful double oak entrance doors that lead into an impressive reception hall with a double height atrium and the marble staircase with hand carved oak balustrades, an impressive and welcoming area, with steps that lead up to the main living area with imported pale grey Marble column features as you walk into the exceptionally spacious open plan area with a formal lounge with a marble fireplace and open fire for cosy winter evenings, a formal dining area, an a recess area used as an office where you can work whilst enjoying the sea views, the lounge opens onto a wonderful glazed lounge perfect when entertaining and hosting parties, an area that was once completely open and perhaps the new owners may decide to replace with bi-folding glass doors, a door from this area leads to a balcony terrace and around to the summer kitchen area, so again when entertaining you have a flow from inside to outside, the kitchen area is accessed from the dining area and has a large built in pantry and casual breakfasting area, fully fitted and with sea views, a patio door leads to the summer kitchen and covered summer dining area with open views down to the pool and across to the sea and Denia castle, the new owner may want to merge these two areas into one huge kitchen and casual dining/relax area with bi-folding glass doors. There is also a guest toilet in the entrance hallway and a cloakroom cupboard.
The upper level accessed by the marble staircase leads to a double bedroom with ensuite bathroom and to the vast Master bedroom suite with dressing area, a decadent marble ensuite with whirlpool jacuzzi bath and separate walk-in shower, the master bedroom also opens onto a 100m2 private roof terrace from which to enjoy far reaching views along the coastline and to Denia castle.
The lower level accessed from the staircase contains a further two large guest bedrooms with two bathrooms and an open plan kitchen, dining and lounge/office area, this area can be closed off from the main house as it also has its own external entrance therefore perfect for older/independent family members wishing for own privacy and perhaps for a buyer looking for a holiday rental opportunity being able to separate the main house from the lower level. On the lower level there is also ample storage and a utility room. This spacious lower level subject to planning permission could also be reconfigured to create extra bedrooms.
With marble flooring throughout internally the exception being the glazed lounge, the craftmanship is impeccable.
Externally a long drive leads to a double carport, verdant landscaped gardens on different levels that include lawned areas, the large 12m x 6m pool with automatic MKT roller cover and heating, open and shaded terrace areas for sunbathing, alfresco dining and relaxing and to host the most amazing parties, the 100m2 home cinema room which can be a multi-use room depending on the new buyer's lifestyle requirements, a storage room/workshop and the garden has an automatic computer-controlled watering system and a water deposit with approx. 25,000 liters with filter and pump system.
All window elements are from the German manufacturer Rehau with thermal insulation and safety roller shutters. The roller shutters can be operated individually, but also with a central switch. The house has a newly fitted alarm system both inside and out that is connected to the security company. The entire building has underfloor heating, satellite tv and split air conditioning in all bedrooms, so that the temperature in each bedroom can be adjusted individually by remote control.
High natural stone walls enclose the property. The driveway to the villa was also designed with extremely thick walls made of natural stone. The gate to the driveway opens by remote control.
Viewing is highly recommended as this is an impeccable property, a much-loved family home that has only had 3 owners including the present owners and one where the views are simply breath-taking stretching along the coastline where you can enjoy sun rises, sun sets and winter sun.
Why Costa Blanca North?
There are few places in the world where the northern part of a small coastline contrasts more with the south. The landscape in the south is flat and arid whereas here in the north mountains provide the backdrop to much greenery, orange groves, olive trees, vineyards, almonds, and cherries. An area where you will find many beautiful blue flag Mediterranean beaches, sand dunes, watch towers, natural coves, fishing ports and marinas where luxury yachts are moored. Inland you can still find charming Spanish villages and a part of Europe where life goes on the way it has for decades, with siestas religiously adhered to, and local customs and culture still very much a part of everyday life. It is a unique and very special Region in Spain, a stunning area of natural coastal and inland beauty with breath-taking landscapes offering a taste of “Real Spain”, an area dubbed Spain's “Jewel in the Crown” by the British travel Press.
The Costa Blanca North encompasses a region that includes the desirable towns of Altea, Calpe, Benissa, Teulada-Moraira, Benitachell, Javea and the city of Denia, also for the buyer seeking peace and tranquillity, the enchanting inland villages situated in the Jalon and Orba valleys where the land is never far from the sea and coastal resorts are within a 15-to-30-minute drive. There is a first-class range of real estate for sale in Costa Blanca North, from luxury beachfront penthouses to prestigious country properties, and from spectacular coastal villas to apartments.
The region’s supreme quality of life, attractive beaches, beautiful landscape, well-preserved natural environment, excellent climate, modern infrastructure, plus a traditional and cosmopolitan atmosphere, have transformed Costa Blanca North into a privileged place to live.
Costa Blanca North is one of Spain´s fastest growing golfing destinations with first class golf course and 5-star golf resorts with both Seve Ballesteros and José Maria Olazábal having both played a part in designing some of the Region´s courses. There is a tennis academy, ATF, set up by former world professional tennis played David Ferrer from Javea. The Equestrian Centre Oliva Nova is host to the international show jumping competitions MET with competitors from all over the world. The Region is the area of choice for many pro cycling teams and ten of the eighteen World Tour teams have chosen this area for their training camps. Looking to Ski in the winter you have the ski resorts of Javalambre and Valdinares in Teruel, only 2hr 30 minutes away enabling you to drive up to ski in the morning and still be back home in the afternoon should you want to enjoy winter skiing and the winter sunshine . With its 125 km coastline, the Costa Blanca North offers a wide variety of trendy upmarket marinas and yacht clubs, sailing clubs and an abundance of water sports.
What is unique about the property market in Costa Blanca North, Spain?
The Costa Blanca North is classed a very exclusive area within Spain. The British, Germans and Dutch have a long-running love affair here with a Region that is classed as one of the wealthiest in Spain attracting not only the well-heeled from Madrid, and Valencia, who have second homes here but more and more affluent expats from all across Europe and beyond, including North America, the Middle East and Eastern Europe.
