Elegance & Opulence in El Madronal..

This elegant, sunny, south facing villa, whose peachy walls reflect a warm glow onto its outdoor terraces, stands in the prestigious gated community of El Madronal, about seven kilometres north of San Pedro de Alcantara on Spain's famous Costa del Sol. Away from the hustle and bustle of Puerto Banus and Marbella, yet within a few minutes driving distance, the house has easy access to the new toll road and Malaga and Gibraltar airports. It is close to a number of golf courses, a tennis club and restaurants. The approach to the property, which stands on a hillside with magnificent views to the coast, is from a private estate road and through handmade iron gates. An attractive high wall forms a courtyard with a fountain and protects the front of the house which is on three levels. The upper floor contains three individually styled double bedrooms all with distant sea views, en suite bathrooms and ample wardrobe space. The master bedroom has a vaulted ceiling, two dressing rooms and overlooks a private terrace. The middle floor leads to the beautiful, rustic style sitting room with an open fire place which, in turn, leads to the delightful, formal dining room. There is a spacious second family room opening onto a terrace where seating overlooks the swimming pool. The kitchen is a paradox of country style and contemporary comfort, equipped with all modern appliances and opening onto an extensive terracotta tiled terrace room, ideal for al fresco or casual dining. Another door leads to the study which has two telephone lines and broadband. The lower floor is a large self-contained apartment with a double bedroom, living room, fully fitted kitchen and bathroom, ideal for guests or live-in staff. This opens onto the large private swimming pool and terrace. There is a pretty, mature, well maintained garden with an abundance of plants and fruit trees. The property also has off road parking behind electrically operated gates and a three-car garage with a laundry area and log store. The pump room contains reserve water tanks and many of the rooms have ceiling fans and air conditioning. There is an alarm, a television satellite system and solar panels.