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In the Seville region lies a magical place with a fascinating history, a historic monument restored in the early 2000s. Once used as a natural water reserve, it is now a retreat and holiday destination for those seeking the peace and beauty of an authentic place.

The monastery of St Bruno, built by monks of the same congregation, was erected in 1503. Previously the home of the Moorish miners who settled there because of its proximity to the Mosque, which is still intact today, unlike the minaret of which the remains remain. Of this magical, serene and historic place, the bell tower, the church and the campanile, preserve their condition as well as the murals of the church. Numerous vestiges seem to be scattered throughout the property like a treasure hunt, such as the Arab hydraulic mills or the oil mill, the old cloister and the monks' cells or the monastery's private apothecary shop. The Carthusian monks were diligent craftsmen who made olive oil and ceramics during the many hours that punctuated their silent day and their cloistered life. On the 21ha of land there are 300 olive trees, cork oaks, pines, chestnut trees, a well, a water source and a place that was dedicated to the beehive for the production of honey. Of the 3785m2 of buildings, there are 15 rooms, 2 living rooms, 2 kitchens, 2 churches, one of which has been converted into a kitchen, 8 bathrooms, a mosque, 2 cloisters, an independent dwelling It is possible to accommodate 30 people at the moment and to receive up to 400 people for celebrations.

A 17th century property, listed as a historical monument and protected as a "Bien de Interes Cultural" (BICN), the Château de la Fontaine was renovated in the 19th century and then in the 20th century. Built in 1604, then enlarged later, the property now consists of several buildings, annexes and stables offering a total of 7650m2 on 29 hectares of land. Capped by turrets with conical roofs, the castle also has a large square tower and an upper gallery, and an adjoining chapel with a nave and a semi-circular apse. The main building and the tower are neo-medieval in character. The facades are rendered in ashlar... The balconies have moulded stone slabs and iron railings. The roof is made of Arab tiles with a combined brick and tile eaves. The tower has several neo-Gothic windows with pointed arches, arabesques and mouldings. The last renovations were carried out in 2014 for the roof and the heating system which was completely redone. This unique estate is included in the catalogue of buildings to be protected, is surrounded by a large plot of 29 hectares where it houses a large garden, a variety of trees such as Himalayan Cedar, Yew, Banana, Tulip tree, Bamboo, Indian Chestnut, Magnolia ... . A property with enormous possibilities of hotel and/or agricultural exploitation (for the exploitation of the Colza or the wheat which occupies today 25ha), 1 hour from Barcelona, 30 minutes from the Costa Brava and 15 minutes from Girona,

A monastery in the heart of the city dedicated for more than 500 years to the Virgin. An architectural jewel at 50 minutes from Jerez de la Frontera airport and 35 minutes from Seville airport. This property is alfway located between the Andalusian capital and the seaside region of Cadiz. The monastery is around 8,000 m2 built, spread over several buildings, including the famous red and yellow Andalusian cloister, the garden apartments and factories from the early 20th century. With its two floors, it offers several diaphanous party rooms and more than 15 rooms. The structure of the double cloistered monastery also includes the first soap factory in Spain in the early 20th century, and another dedicated to oil. A surprising property that deserves to come and visit us. While the monastery's current activity is focused on organizing events, it is also possible to transform this historic complex into a luxury hotel or a city wellness centre. Feel free to ask for more information about this unique property in the heart of Andalusia.