Off-Grid Finca with Tropical Gardens & Natural Spring – El Colmenar, Alcornocales Natural Park

Off-Grid Finca with Tropical Gardens & Natural Spring – El Colmenar, Alcornocales Natural Park

Price: €495,000

Location: El Colmenar (Estación de Gaucín), Málaga, Andalucía, Spain

Build Size: 150 m²

Land Size: 11,000 m²

Bedrooms: 3

Bathrooms: 3

About this property

Set deep within the protected landscapes of the Alcornocales Natural Park, this exceptional off-grid finca offers total privacy, natural beauty, and a truly self-sufficient lifestyle.

Hidden among cork oak forests, the property has been carefully developed over many years into a lush, tropical-inspired sanctuary. The main house is full of charm and character, currently arranged into two self-contained living units, making it ideal for flexible living, guest accommodation. It can also be easily reconfigured into one spacious home.

Inside, the finca reflects a warm, rustic style with beautiful Moroccan-inspired touches throughout, creating a unique and soulful atmosphere.

Off-grid & sustainable features

• Fully off-grid solar power system

• Backup generator

• Natural spring supplying fresh water

• Additional borehole for reliable year-round water

• Established organic permaculture gardens

• Extremely low running costs (minimal annual taxes only)

  
  

The land & lifestyle

The 11,000 m² plot is a true paradise for nature lovers. Surrounded by protected forest, the land is rich, fertile, and thoughtfully cultivated.

The gardens feature:

• Over 50 varieties of fruit and nut trees

• 21 varieties of palms

• Edible plants, herbs, and flowering species throughout

This is a mature permaculture project offering both beauty and productivity, ideal for a self-sufficient lifestyle or eco-based living.

Comfort & outdoor living

• Natural swimming pool

• Multiple terraces and shaded seating areas

• Beautiful water features integrated into the landscape

• Stunning valley and forest views

• Large barn/store with potential for studio or guest accommodation (subject to permissions)

  
  

Access & location

• Access via a forest track (last section requires 4x4)

• Approx. 25 minutes to El Colmenar village

• Surrounded by nature with no immediate neighbours

• Located within one of Andalucía’s most important natural parks

  
  

Perfect for

• Off-grid living and sustainability

• Permaculture or eco-projects

• Retreats, creative spaces, or wellness living

• Boutique rural tourism

• Buyers seeking total privacy and connection to nature

  
  

Why sell?

A rare opportunity to take over a fully established, self-sufficient finca, created with passion and care over many years.