Villa in Altea, Alicante

Set on a plot of 8,581 m² at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac, this exceptional villa borders a protected pine forest that cannot be built on, ensuring lasting privacy. With 1,802 m² of built space, 11 bedrooms and 9 bathrooms, the estate comprises several buildings.

The classic-style main house offers a spacious living room, dining room, separate kitchen, five bedrooms, four bathrooms and a dressing room, with terraces enjoying views of the sea, the mountains and Altea's old town. A guest apartment with its own entrance sits on the lower floor. A glass hallway leads to the modern right wing, built in 2009, with a master suite, two offices that could become bedrooms, a cinema, a wine cellar and a further independent apartment.

The Mediterranean garden surrounds a large pool and terrace, a tennis court and a pool house with bar, kitchen, lounge, bedroom, two bathrooms and sauna. A detached house suits staff or guests. There is gas underfloor heating, air conditioning, a lift, 30 kW solar panels and parking for over ten cars.

Primary features:

• 11 bedrooms, 9 bathrooms, 1,802 m² built
• 8,581 m² plot bordering protected pine forest
• Sea, mountain and old town views
• Pool, tennis court and pool house with sauna
• Guest apartments and detached guest or staff house
• Cinema, wine cellar and 30 kW solar panels

Altea is one of the Costa Blanca's most admired towns, famed for its whitewashed old quarter crowned by the blue-domed church. Its seafront promenade, artistic heritage, fine restaurants and easy reach of Alicante airport make it a favourite with British buyers.