Private Rural Stunning Lakeside View Lecrin Valley

New owners of this unique, modern two en-suite bedrooms rural Andalusian casa on a hillside peninsular, overlooking Lake Beznar Reservoir with stunning panoramic views. Welcoming comfortable tranquillity, situated at the end of a private road with gated access. Although, secluded the location is not isolated due to it’s central location offering easy access to cultural Granada, Costa Tropical beaches, local village essentials, water-sports and even skiing adventures!

The space
This spacious modern Spanish rural casa overlooks Lake Beznar Reservoir near Talara in the Lecrin Valley in the Province of Granada.

Built in 2012 you’ll enjoy comfortable bedrooms and extensive living accommodation situated in a completely private & unique location at the end of a winding farm track with panoramic views of the mountains on three sides.

Our local property representative will meet you in Talara to guide you down to the house and explain how everything works. Therefore, it essential to arrive in Talara in daylight hours so that you will easily remember the route independently later.

The modern ‘home away from home’ is built on one level flowing across the width of a hillside terrace with wide level patios on two of the south facing sides. A large tower room is reached by external steps at the far side of the front terrace and plateau path; an ideal place to take advantage of the stunning views and cool breezes in the heat of summer. The house blends into the countryside and is designed for easy living and comfort. It is warm in winter with underfloor heating throughout, double glazing & well fitting exterior doors and windows.

Internally, it is well equipped with comfortable beds, en-suite bathrooms, a large open plan kitchen dining area and relaxing lounge. Outside the shaded terraces can be used for sunbathing, eating out, sunset cocktails and watching the wildlife on the lake.

The house is an ideal base to explore the Lecrin Valley and Alpujarras with numerous local walks and a variety of flora fauna. Although, Casa Moginar is in a secluded and peaceful spot it is only 10 minutes drive to the Costa Tropical Motorway linking Granada to the coast. Granada is a city of culture with a vibrant arts scene and the World Heritage Alhambra Palace and its nearby Ski Resort of ‘Sol y Nieve’. To the south the motorway gives access to the beaches of the Costa Tropical.

All heating and power is provided by our own self contained system using solar energy, a wind turbine and diesel generator. The only thing that may need changing is the gas cylinder under the hob unit, which is 50:50 electricity and gas. Please read additional important ‘Other details to note’ information section.

Externally, there are two main terrace areas on a level with the house, surrounded and protected on three sides as a veritable sun trap or retreat for overhead sunshade. You can often enjoy a few days al-fresco dinning from the BBQ in December and start again in February.

The tower room is an added bonus for hot summer days providing a shaded retreat with gentle breezes and spectacular views across the lake. We keep a couple of sun loungers there for afternoon siestas!

Above the house is a large gently sloping plateau divided into two areas. The above ground pool occupies the higher area with ample space for sitting out under an awning and relaxing. The pool itself is entered by wooden steps and is 7 metres by 4.5 metres wide. Its not an exercise pool for serious swimmers but is ideal for a refreshing dip and older children who have learnt to swim love to play while remaining in constant depth. The pool has 360 degree views of the plateau, lake and different mountain ranges but is far enough away from the hillside villages to not be overlooked from plain sight. It is heated from solar panel energy, remaining pleasantly refreshing from May to October.

The lower area of the plateau contains young almond and olive trees and a large area left to nature which makes an ideal stroll and exploring area.

Guest access:
A car with good ground clearance is essential for a stay at this house as it is a slow 10 minutes drive from the nearest village of Chite down a narrow concreted farm road that winds through the orange and lemon groves with numerous drainage humps to cope with winter deluges and some steep curves as the road winds down towards the lake.

Some renters hire 4 wheel drive cars but this is not essential, just try to avoid small 4 seaters with small engines if there are going to be 4 of you with luggage – we’ve hired a VW Golf, a Caddy and a Citroen Berlingo. We found a Fiat 500 was amazing fun on the road but struggled to cope with more than two people on the steep curves out, especially if you add luggage!

You arrive at the house up a steep drive to a level gravel area stretching in front of the house and from there a wheelchair friendly ramp leads to the level front terrace with access to the front and lounge doors. Park outside the house to unload and then drive up the extended drive up to the top plateau to turn round where there is space for numerous cars to park.

The tower room is accessible more directly by external steps at the far end of the front terrace, or for wheelchair, guests via the plateau at the of the extended concreate slope’s longer route.

Our representative will explain how everything works and will provide you with an additional ‘What Three Words’ grid reference to our entry gates and check you are have everything you need before leaving you in peace to enjoy your stay.

Other things to note:
IMPORTANT; Clothing optional on private land behind entrance gate when closed. However, clothing is a requirement should our representative be called for any attention needing on-site visit. Owners cannot guarantee onlookers from higher mountain advantage points as guests move around the property. Sunbathing on terraces, tower room and by the pool is protected and private.
1) It essential to arrive in Talara in daylight hours to meet our property representative to be guided to the property for the first time. Better to see the route in clear daylight, especially on narrow sections.

2) Although, the roads do not have ‘Italian Job’ movie style cliff drops, due to it’s rural location the nearest village is a 10 minutes drive via a narrow concreted farm road (tight single track with passing points) with a very tight Z-bend hairpin bend – not for nervous or new drivers.
Previous, guests have all commented it’s taken them just a couple of journeys to become more familiar with the Z-bend before taking it in their stride. Every guest has said to peace, tranquillity and breath taking panoramic views are worth it!

3) Off the grid-energy property:
The property is powered by solar and wind turbine energy stored in a battery powerhouse with backup generator, with has pros and cons;
– Benefit; the system is completely integrated therefore provides a more reliable supply of electricity than local rural mains service provider.
– Consideration; the house is equipped with a dishwasher, washing machine, modern appliances and SMART TV. However, simultaneous high level energy consumption has to be considered to ensure a comfortable experience.
– Our representative can be contacted should rare energy issues arise being familiar with the powerhouse.

4) The house is suitable for a family with a baby but not suitable for younger children (2-12 years) due to the steep nature of the land falling away from the plateau and terrace the house is built on. Once children are old enough to understand the danger it again becomes suitable for a family holiday as the large level plateau above the house offers is a large area for children to explore and safely play with adult supervision.

5) Outdoor fires and/or firepits are prohibited, including throwing of cigarettes/cigar butts on the ground to protect dry grassland from heightened risk of forest fire. By local law from March to October; should an external fire start due to any guest’s inadvertently actions incur a local fine, full cost will be covered by the primary guest additional to damage deposit.

You may be lucky enough to witness overhead views of local Forestry Fire Protection helicopter pilots practicing manoeuvres scooping and dropping water from the reservoir.