PROPERTY DESCRIPTION The property is built on an elevated plot from where you get the most stunning views of the sea. Built over three levels with an elevator for ease of transport the entrance is from the top level with access through the sloping roof design feature architecturally created to house the staircase and elevator whilst simultaneously impressing guests and visitors alike as they are drawn into what lies beneath. The main level is designed as the day area with open plan living with areas that have their own defined space with the inclusion of a modern glass fireplace that is both focal and acts as a divider between the lounge and dining and kitchen areas, the area opens out onto the terrace areas with the infinity pool and Jacuzzi, an area that offers panoramic views of the sea. There is also a guest cloakroom and laundry/utility room on this level.

The lower level is integrated into the terrain, and this is where you will find the sleeping and resting area to include the master bedroom with dressing area and a private bathroom sanctuary with bathtub and separate walk-in shower, plus a further 3 bedrooms all with ensuite bathrooms and all bedrooms open onto a large terrace. A private hide-away with an immaculate overview of the Bay of Altea and surrounded by lush nature. Intimacy is the key word. Carefully selected materials provide a balance between the exterior and interior. The warmth of the wooden elements in combination with the velvet softness of the stone together with the sturdiness of the corten steel create a nature-like, modern and luxurious interior. The terraces on two levels offer the opportunity to find a perfect spot whether relaxing, dining or entertaining.

Entrance to the property is via remote control gated access leading to a drive and private parking.

The property has many benefits to include hot and cold air conditioning, underfloor heating, alarm, home automation, video intercom, auto irrigation, a laundry room and a storage area.

LOCATION Altea is one of the most beautiful and sustainable towns in Spain and its viewing points are renowned. The Old Town is full of charm with cobbled streets to wander through finding fabulous local family-run shops whilst stumbling across some historic buildings. Along the way you will see remains of the ancient walls and gateways which protected the hilltop town from pirates.

The beautiful Plaza de la Iglesia church square with its blue domed church, the Virgen del Consuelo, taking pride of place. Although the church itself was built in the 19th century with work being completed in 1910, there has been a place of worship here for more than 900 years. It also bears the battle scars of the Spanish Civil War in the 1930s when one of the bell towers was destroyed by Franco's men. Plaza de Iglesia is a lovely, traditional Mediterranean square and is considered the heart of Altea. The atmosphere is bohemian and became famous for its artistic tendencies in the 1960s, attracting many musicians, artists and writers from all around Europe. Nowadays, Altea is the centre of cultural life on the Costa Blanca with its new Arts Centre and Concert Hall (Palau Altea Centre d’Arts). Alongside its many antique shops, there is the orthodox church of Saint Michael built according to traditional Russian architecture and consecrated in 2005.

Altea has a reputation for its famous restaurants located in the Old Town and along the wonderful seafront promenade offering both Mediterranean cooking and international cuisine. In addition to the many restaurants in Altea the area of the Costa Blanca offers an enormous range of restaurants and eating houses from top Michelin star restaurants, trendy upmarket Marinas bars and clubs to beachside snack bars covering all prices and all types of gastronomic styles.

Altea has no less than nine beaches. La Roda, Cap Negret, Cala de la Barra Grande, Cap Blanc, El Soyo, La Olla, Mascarat Norte, Mascarat Sur La Baretta and Solsida. Altea provides an optimal setting for water sports where you can enrol in courses for sailing, rowing, surfing and diving. Golf is another of the many sports that can be practiced all year round because the weather is perfect. The Golf Club Don Cayo is located in the Sierra de Altea, with nine holes and is located in the foothills of Sierra Bernia, the Golf Oliva Nova near Denia is a golf course of 18 holes designed by Severiano Ballesteros, the 5-star La Sella Golf Club Resort in the nearby cosmopolitan city of Denia was designed by Jose Maria Olazabal.

Altea celebrates many “Fiestas” and during the last week of September, the biggest parties of Altea and the Moors and Christians parades take place. The streets are alive with different bands, costumes, fireworks, bands and famous singers who sing and play in verbenas until dawn. In August you can enjoy the magnificent Castell de L'Olla, an unforgettable and spectacular firework display that is launched from platforms at sea an experience not to be missed.

Altea is renowned for its upmarket designer shops and boutiques and due to the cosmopolitan nature of the area of Costa Blanca, the Spanish educational system has been complemented by a large number of prestigious schools, providing a wide range of private academic education from preschool through to high school, with possibilities for multilingual, bilingual and boarding, etc.

The area has excellent communications, with all the Mediterranean coast by the A-7 motorway and the peninsular centre by the A-3 motorway. Altea is almost halfway between the airports of Alicante (61 km.) And Valencia (116 km.). By sea, only 65 miles from Ibiza and Formentera.

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