Villa with Cueva in Caprés
FOR SALE IN THE PROVINCE OF MURCIA, SPAIN
Beautiful Villa with Integrated Cuevas, Garage, Parking, Patios
Quiet, Spacious, Panoramic View
The renovation added a new villa, patios, terraces, parking, and a garage. The original cave is now part of the villa's airconditioned living room, preserving its character.
Located on a spacious parcel with panoramic views, it offers a tranquil home in a warm, dry microclimate known since Roman times. This unique property is now for sale.
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The Cueva
OLD & NEW
Before and After the Reconstruction
MOVE THE SLIDER TO LEFT & RIGHT In the left picture you see how the original fireplace with bakery oven looked like. In the right picture you can see how it has been carefully restored with respect for its historical character. Due to modern safety and health regulations, open fires are no longer permitted, so a stove has been installed to ensure the safe ventilation of smoke and harmful gases. Although the original bakery oven on the left can no longer be used, a flickering candlelight lamp has been placed inside to create the warm illusion that it’s still ready to bake your homemade, fresh bread. 😉
Layout of the cueva & villa
ORIGINAL CUEVA LAYOUT
This illustration shows how the original Cueva was carved into the rolling foothills of the Sierra de la Corqué.
CURRENT LAYOUT
This illustration shows how parts of the rock have been carved away to make space for the construction of the villa and the additional entrances to the original Cueva. It also reveals the various extensions that have been created and how they have been seamlessly integrated with the existing cave structure.
Floorplans
DIMENSIONS
LOCATION
Where to find Villa Cueva Capres
The villa is located in the province of Murcia, near Fortuna. It is at about 75 km (a one hour drive) from the Mediterranean Sea. A drive from and to Alicante Airport takes 45 minutes; to the city of Murcia it takes 35 minutes.
Arial view by drone
Walktrough
Take a tour and make yourself familiar with how the Villa and Cuevas look inside and out
OPEN AND HONEST
What to Expect - A Note on the Current Condition.
Some foto's on this site were taken before 2020. Since then the villa has only been occasionally visited due to personal circumstances. So the garden and outdoor areas show signs of neglect, including weather-related wear, hillside erosion, and minor damage to patio panels, doors, and terrace tiles. A recent attempted break-in was unsuccessful thanks to robust security features and the front door has been repaired. But the villa’s structure, roof, interior, and cuevas remain in good condition, requiring only minor paint touch-ups. Out of experience we can tell that with love and care, its full beauty will come alive again! Our agent is fully briefed and will reflect this in the pricing and negotiations.
Repairs and touch-ups that need to be done
Broken tiles on the front patio
Broken tiles on the patio
Loose parts at central patio wall
Loose parts at central patio wall
Loose parts at central patio wall
Repaired front door after burglery attempt
Paint on ceiling peeling off
Paint on ceiling 2nd Cueva peeling off
Portfolio
Things to see in the Capres and Fortuna region
Top 10 Fortuna
There's a lot to see and do in the area. Beneath is a link to a site where our favorites are highlighted. No need to elaborate on them here, they speak for themselves. BUT: one item stands out in such a way that we made an item of it. The historic Roman baths of Baños de Fortuna. A visit is really a must! See below. Further: In nearby Fortuna (10 min. by car), you’ll find all the essentials of daily living—shops, restaurants, and cafés—while the vibrant city of Murcia is just a 30-minute drive away. The area is rich with cultural and natural treasures: from Roman sites like the sanctuary Cueva Negra, to picturesque springs such as San Jeronimo and dramatic gorge-passages like La Cortao de la Pena. Several national parks lie within easy reach, including Sierra de la Pila, home to ancient snow pits (Pozos de Nieve), lush flora and fauna, and breathtaking panoramic viewpoints including the summit of La Pila itself. Learn more at the TripAdvisor site. Scroll a bit down to skip the boat tours, and you'll get there
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Baños de Fortuna
It's a five minutes drive to a really unique place: the historic Roman baths of Baños de Fortuna. Already in the 5th century BC, the Romans new how to enjoy the mineral-rich warm mineral waters of the natural spring that made this location famous and loved throughout centuries, until this day on. The original well is still there and can be visited easily in the street. The hot spring is nourishing both some public swimming pools as well as a luxurious wellness resort, offering spa treatments, thermal pools, and therapeutic services. Imagine yourself sitting on exact the same spot in a warm bath where 2500 years ago a roman citizen of notable closed his or her eyes and enjoyed the caressing of the warm waters and the quietness, feeling all days worries disappear and experience a moment of total relaxation... Oh yes, that is really possible. The original Roman bath chambers are still in use, beautiful preserved and restored, with modern accessories blended in harmonically. This is a must do!! Have a look on the website of Leana Balneario
Learn MoreThings to do in Capres
The area aroud the Villa, is ideal for sportive activities. Here you can get a glimpse. Click on the items for more info.
A PERSONAL NOTE
From Our Family to Yours
After the passing of our parents—most recently our mother—we, as their sons, inherited the villa equally. Given our personal situations, we’ve decided to sell this special place. It’s an emotional step, as our parents put their heart and soul into creating their dream: a peaceful retreat to escape the Dutch winters. We honour their legacy and believe the time has come for someone else to enjoy it. The photos show what once was—and what can be again—when the home is lived in and loved. We’re looking forward to handing over the keys—maybe to you! Warm regards, Herwin and Peter
€ 168.000,=
Contact
If we have sparked your interest, we invite you to get in touch with our agent RELY ESTATES
- Calle Nacimiento 04648 San Juan de los Terreros (Almería)
- +34-611721667 - RELY Estates
- info@relyestates.com
- Mon-Fri - 08:00-19:00
Note from the Dutch owners: Rely Estates is our trusted sales representative and works in close partnership with Fuster Associates, our reliable notary for nearly ten years. We have full confidence in their expertise and have entrusted them with both the sale of the villa and related legal matters.
