Villa lAfricaine is a modern interpretation of Moorish Architecture. Its located in the upper section of Sotogrande, and has its totally private South facing gardens bordered by a stream (arroyo) and the protected green zone at the foothills of San Roque golf course. The house has direct access to the green zone with its dominating array of mature Eucalyptus, Pine and Cork trees, giving the residents a sense of country living whilst having all the conveniences of Sotogrande life. The villa is designed in an L shape, with a corner tower which has 8 metre high ceilings. The decoration of the tower ceilings, most of the interior doors and the zellige mosaic surrounding the pool were done by hand, by a team of Moroccan artisans brought to Spain to complete the project. The villa also features antique African pillars on the upstairs landing, 2 sets of 19th century Spanish doors, Indonesian pillars into the study, hand carved shutters throughout and carreaux de ciment tiles in the bathrooms. The floors are of hand cut, Roman style terracotta, each tile being individually triple waxed to lend them the gravitas of age. All of the French doors are double glazed and made of wood. The house has gas central heating with concealed radiators and individual electric air-conditioning/heating units in rooms that get the afternoon sun. One wing of the house offers a large reception area with a wood burning fireplace and a domed ceiling cupola room followed by a 12m2 utility/bonus room (currently equipped as a second kitchen/butlers pantry) which could be easily transformed into an office or bedroom; and a large master suite with walk in closet. The other wing comprises a small hall, dining area and kitchen, a family sitting area with a second wood burning fireplace, a study and a second master suite with dressing area. The upstairs has two further bedrooms with built in wardrobes and shower rooms en-suite. Detached Villa, Sotogrande Alto, Costa del Sol. 4 Bedrooms, 4 Bathrooms, Built 450 m², Terrace 100 m², Garden/Plot 2250 m².
Posted on: Sun, 07 Dec 2014 02:35:59 +0000
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