Villa for sale in Benajarafe, Vélez-Málaga, Málaga

Some houses have a history you can see. And sometimes that is precisely their greatest appeal.

This country house in the hills above Benajarafe dates from 1945. The thick walls, wooden beams and original character have been kept. But behind them is a home that has been comprehensively modernised and today offers far more than one would expect from a traditional cortijo. Set on a plot of approximately 20,000 m² with wide views across the landscape to the Mediterranean, the property combines the charm of an old Andalusian country house with the comfort of a contemporary home.

The renovation went beyond what the eye can see. Floors, ceilings, kitchen and bathrooms were renewed, as were the electrical and water installations. Underfloor heating, security glazing and energy-efficient hot water supply are all part of the setup. A pre-installation for a central vacuum system is also already in place. The original thick outer walls were deliberately preserved they help keep the interior temperature pleasantly stable throughout the year.

The heart of the main house is the approximately 100 m² living, dining and kitchen area. A room that offers real space for life for cooking together, long evenings by the fireplace, family and friends. The open kitchen with its large island flows naturally into the living space. White-painted wooden beams, natural materials and a generous layout create an atmosphere that feels modern without feeling cold. The main house also includes a bedroom, dressing area, bathroom and a spacious pantry.

A further, independently accessible living area offers three additional bedrooms, three bathrooms, its own living space and a second kitchen well suited to a larger family, guests, or several generations who want to live together while still having their own retreat.

In front of the house lies the approximately 60 m² pool, an outdoor kitchen with barbecue area and various terraces sometimes in the sun, sometimes in the shade, always with views over the surrounding landscape. There is room for large shared meals, quiet afternoons and evenings where no one wants to go inside.

The roughly two-hectare plot opens up possibilities well beyond a conventional garden. The area around the house is fenced, with an additional separately enclosed garden area with trees. The lower part of the plot offers a large flat area that could also be of interest to horse owners.

Despite the rural setting, access is straightforward: two approach roads, the beach ten minutes away by car, and Málaga Airport reachable via the motorway in around 30 minutes. A garage, parking spaces and storage areas provide the practical space one values on a property of this size.

What makes this house special is not its history alone nor the size of the plot, nor the sea view. It is the connection between all of it. A house that was allowed to keep its Andalusian character, with a renovation that also thought about what lies behind the walls. Ready for a new chapter.