Cortijo El Águila Verde – Rustic Country Home with Panoramic Views Near Jayena

Cortijo El Águila Verde – Rustic Country Home with Panoramic Views Near Jayena

Price: €178,000 Location: Jayena, Granada, Andalucía, Spain Build Size: 145.6 m²

Land Size: 24,245 m² Bedrooms: 3–4 Bathrooms: 1 (easy potential for 2) Property Type: Cortijo / Country House

About this property

Cortijo El Águila Verde is a beautifully restored rustic cortijo set across two floors, positioned on an expansive, highly usable plot of land with breathtaking south-facing mountain and countryside views.

Named after the green eagle that so perfectly symbolises the spirit of this place, this cortijo offers peace, freedom, nature, and space in abundance. Wildlife such as deer, foxes, eagles, vultures, and countless bird species are frequently seen roaming the land, making this a truly special retreat for nature lovers.

The property combines authentic Andalusian character with thoughtful modern upgrades, offering an excellent base for a permanent home, holiday retreat, or semi self-sufficient lifestyle.

The home

The cortijo is accessed via a private driveway directly from the road, with no dirt tracks, leading to a generous parking area.

A flat front terrace opens into the main living space, with scope to add an awning or pergola for summer shade. Just below the terrace, the land drops slightly, creating an ideal position for an above-ground or natural-style pool, with space to install a permanent pool subject to permissions.

Ground floor:

• Spacious open-plan living area (8.2 x 3.3 m)

• Rustic tiled floors, exposed beams, and wood infill ceilings

• Living room with modern, efficient pellet stove

• Kitchen and dining area with panoramic views

• Double bedroom (3.65 x 3.3 m)

• Large bathroom (3.5 x 3.3 m)
  

First floor:

• Two rear bedrooms (3.75 x 3.3 m and 3.6 x 3.3 m)

• Large front room (8.2 x 3.3 m) with stunning views

The upper floor layout allows easy reconfiguration, including:

• Creating a second bathroom (or two)

• Dividing the large front room into two bedrooms

• Adding an upstairs living room, office, or studio
  

Off-grid & infrastructure

The current owners have invested significantly to create a solid, comfortable base, including:

• Solar power and electrical system

• Water storage tank

• Insulated walls throughout

• High-quality double-glazed, hermetically sealed windows

• New flooring, plumbing, and electrics

• Modern, regulation septic tank

• Composite WC replacement included in the price
  

The land & lifestyle

The 24,245 m² plot is one of this property’s greatest assets — flat to gently sloping, highly usable, and planted with mature olive trees generating approximately €3,000 per year, depending on harvest.

The land is ideal for:

• Small-scale farming or keeping animals

• Vegetable gardens and fruit trees

• Rainwater harvesting for irrigation

• Creating outdoor living areas, terraces, or meditation spaces

The uninterrupted panoramic mountain views to the south are simply exceptional and will never lose their impact.

Location & surroundings

• 6 minutes to the village of Jayena

• 40 minutes to Granada city

• Just over 1 hour to the Costa Tropical

• Surrounded by natural parks, forests, rivers, waterfalls, and walking & cycling routes

This is a non-touristy, authentic Andalusian area, perfect for those seeking a quieter, more natural way of life.

Perfect for

• Nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts

• Families seeking a holiday or permanent home

• Remote workers wanting peace and space

• Buyers looking for partial self-sufficiency

• Holiday rental potential for walkers, cyclists, and eco-tourism