Ruin for sale in Vega de Pas, Cantabria

There are special properties, and then there are places that are simply one of a kind. This beautiful 23,403 m² estate, located in Vega de Pas, is one of those rare settings where nature has retained all of its authenticity. Surrounded by meadows and mountains, with a crystal clear river flowing along the boundary of the property all year round, it offers an exceptional environment of peace, privacy and outstanding natural beauty.
The estate includes two authentic Pasiego mountain cottages, both benefiting from all the necessary permits for immediate restoration. The executive project has received approval from the CROTU (Regional Commission for Urban and Spatial Planning), the Cantabrian Hydrographic Confederation, and the corresponding municipal building licence. Securing these approvals required more than a year and a half of administrative work, representing a significant added value for the property.
The smaller cottage, which will offer 95 constructed m² following the approved extension, has already been structurally restored to a very high standard. It has been rebuilt using solid oak timber, an insulated sandwich panel roof with 8 cm of insulation, reinforced concrete foundations incorporating a cavity drainage system beneath the structure, and construction solutions specifically designed to prevent any moisture issues. The approved layout includes a spacious bedroom with dressing area, a bathroom, pantry, and an inviting open plan kitchen, dining and living area with a fireplace. Located in a slightly elevated position in the middle of the meadow, just a few metres from the river, this cottage provides a truly idyllic retreat immersed in nature.
The main cottage extends to 258 constructed m² over two floors and benefits from an attractive approved restoration project. The upper floor has been designed as a generous living space featuring an open plan kitchen and dining area with direct access to the traditional Pasiego solana (covered balcony), a cosy living room with fireplace, and a bathroom. The ground floor is planned to include three double bedrooms, a second bathroom, a double height study area, and an entrance hall with storage space.
The estate also benefits from permission to construct a 10,000 litre underground water tank, designed to collect water from a natural spring on the property as well as rainwater harvested from the roofs, allowing for a high degree of self-sufficiency. Regarding electricity, an application for a mains connection is currently in progress and can be approved and contracted at a cost of 16,064.95 €, although the property is also suited for complete energy independence through a solar panel and battery system.
Vehicle access reaches to within approximately 100 metres of the property. The final section is accessed on foot or by vehicles less than 1.3 metres wide, crossing a beautiful protected historic stone bridge that forms part of the estate's unique character and did not prevent the successful completion of the restoration work already carried out on the smaller cottage.
Despite its exceptional privacy, the estate is located just 5 kilometres from Vega de Pas, via a fully paved road, offering the perfect balance between complete tranquillity and convenient access to a charming village with restaurants, grocery shops, a pharmacy, a school, a petrol station and all essential everyday services.
A truly magical setting where the gentle sound of the river provides a constant backdrop, natural pools invite refreshing swims during the summer months, and sweeping views across the valley and surrounding mountains create an unforgettable landscape.