Country living near Madrid

Engel & Völkers Mirasierra-Puerta de Hierro (91 049 38 81) is the exclusive agent for this unrivalled property, situated in an enviable location at the foot of the Colmenar road (adjacent to Montecarmelo), yet offering the privacy afforded by almost 1.5 hectares of rural land. Ideal as a holiday home for those wishing to escape the hustle and bustle of the city, yet just a 10-minute drive from Plaza de Castilla. The property comprises two dwellings: the main house, a two-storey building with two bedrooms on the ground floor plus a full bathroom, a spacious living-dining room with a fireplace, a kitchen with a breakfast area and access to the garden. On the first floor, there is a large master bedroom with a lounge, a full bathroom and a terrace with a workspace, as well as two further bedrooms sharing a bathroom. Finally, in the basement, there is a laundry area with another bedroom and storage rooms. The property also has an additional dwelling currently used for domestic staff, but which can be adapted for different purposes depending on each family’s needs. The house features a parking area, extensive flat grounds and a recently renovated swimming pool.