Bedrooms: 14 Bathrooms: 6 (plus caretaker apartment, bathroom count unconfirmed)
Interior: 1,658 m² / 17,847 ft² Lot: 220 hectares / 543 acres
Amenities: Two farmhouses, separate caretaker apartment, three private natural springs, solar power, backup generator, two water storage tanks, stables, agricultural outbuildings, vaulted ceilings, wine cellar, oak woodland, meadows, terraced land, central heating, tourist accommodation licence and additional land available for purchase.
In the mountains of northern Catalonia, Spain, a 543-acre (220-hectare) estate with two farmhouses, private natural springs and its own off-grid infrastructure is on the market for €1.5 million with Masvell House. The property includes a 15th-century stone farmhouse, a second seven-bedroom residence, caretaker accommodation and agricultural buildings, surrounded by woodland, open meadows and mountain scenery.
Located in Alta Garrotxa, a mountainous region in the province of Girona near the eastern Pyrenees, the estate sits approximately 700 metres above sea level. The surrounding landscape is characterised by oak forests, rugged hills, open pastures and agricultural terraces, reflecting the area's long history of rural farming.
Despite its secluded setting, the property is accessible by a paved road followed by a final 3 km (1.9 miles) of maintained track. The nearest village, approximately 12 km (7.5 miles) away, provides essential amenities.
At the centre of the estate is a traditional Catalan farmhouse dating to the 15th century. Arranged over three levels, the building retains vaulted ceilings and spaces originally used for agricultural purposes, including former animal quarters, a wine cellar and storage rooms.
The upper floors contain a central living area, kitchen and dining room, five bedrooms and two bathrooms. A separate two-bedroom caretaker apartment has its own entrance through the former barn, allowing for independent accommodation alongside the main residence.
The farmhouse has been maintained and renovated in stages over the years and is currently habitable, although some areas could benefit from further improvements. Former stables, storage rooms and granary spaces remain available for conversion, subject to the relevant permissions.
A short walk from the original farmhouse stands a second residence, a more recent building measuring approximately 320 m² (3,444 ft²). Currently used as a private family holiday home, it includes seven bedrooms, four bathrooms and additional living spaces.
Together, the two farmhouses and their agricultural annexes provide approximately 1,658 m² (17,847 ft²) of built space. The property also includes traditional outbuildings and stables that could support horses, livestock or other agricultural activities.
One of the estate's most interesting features is its existing off-grid infrastructure. Three private natural springs supply water, supported by two large storage tanks, while electricity is generated through solar panels with a backup generator. Central heating and a telephone line are already installed, and the residential area is fenced.
This infrastructure makes the estate particularly interesting for someone considering a more independent rural lifestyle, whether as a private family retreat, an equestrian property or a small agricultural holding. The land offers extensive space for walking, riding, forestry and potentially cultivation, depending on the suitability of individual areas and applicable land-use regulations.
The historic farmhouse also holds a valid tourist accommodation licence, providing an existing basis for a potential rural hospitality venture. With two separate residences and caretaker accommodation already in place, the property could accommodate different uses without relying entirely on the restoration of additional buildings.
For those looking for an even larger holding, there is also the option to acquire two adjoining properties comprising another 50 hectares (124 acres), together with two listed ruins that may be eligible for rehabilitation. The additional land would bring the total estate to approximately 270 hectares (667 acres), although the price and restoration permissions would need to be confirmed separately.
Interest in homesteading and self-sufficient living has been growing, with more people looking for properties that offer land, privacy and the ability to produce their own food. With 543 acres of woodland and meadows, natural water sources and two existing residences, this estate offers the space and infrastructure to explore that kind of lifestyle, whether through farming, keeping animals or simply living more independently.
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