Besalú, Catalonia, Address available on request

"Ideal property for a tourism business or various families living as a community" A magnificent and unique estate from the 17th century composed of 6 buildings, originally built around the defense tower dating back to the year 1234. Located in la Garrotxa with 5.7 hectares of land, including 5 hectares of cultivated fields, its location, surroundings, and history make it truly exceptional. The 4 houses are completely independent, and the 2 common buildings have the potential to be converted into additional residences. Scene Situated just 10 minutes from the town, the property is nestled in a sheltered position on a mountainside, offering pleasant views of the fields and mountains beyond. Access to the property is via a paved road that crosses the estate and leads to other neighboring country houses. The property features 5 hectares of cultivated land and approximately 7000 m2 of gardens and woodland adjacent to the houses. Tour House 1: The main farmhouse is the largest on the estate, comprising a ground floor and two stories. It boasts several unique historical features, including the defense tower from 1234, an interior well, a Gothic arch, and ceilings with plaster moldings, all indicative of the estate's significance throughout the centuries. The house has a total area of 945 m2, with 12 spacious rooms and 12 bathrooms. On the ground floor, you will find most of the common areas, including a large entrance, a sitting room with a fireplace, and a spacious dining room that connects to the kitchen. From the dining room, there is direct access to an outdoor terrace overlooking the 134 m2 swimming pool and the garden. Between the first and second floors, there are also ample communal areas, which lead on to 10 bedrooms with their own bathrooms, as well as the tower, consisting of two interconnected rooms with a bathroom. This building was renovated in 1983, with some further renovations carried out in 1996 and 2010. While it is in good condition, it could benefit from some improvements and updates. House 2: The second house is located in a barn conversion and spans 274 m2 across two floors. It features 4 rooms and 3 bathrooms. This building was renovated in 1986, and the kitchen was newly built in 2008. It is in good condition, although it could benefit from some improvements, particularly in terms of insulation and energy efficiency. House 3: The third house is situated in the old caretaker's cottage and covers 228 m2 across two floors. It comprises 4 rooms and 3 bathrooms. This house was restored in 2001 and is in good condition. House 4: The fourth house is located in a former granary and encompasses 199 m2 across two floors. It was simply restored in 1997 and currently has 3 rooms and 1 bathroom. It requires renovations and updates. Building 5 (Meeting Room): Consists of two floors with a total area of 110 m2. This building was restored in 2003 but is currently unused. Building 6 (Garage and Storage): Covers 329 m2. Additionally, the estate includes a porch that can be used as an activity room, measuring approximately 200 m2. Practical Details The estate has paved access, mains electricity, mains water supply, a 30.000 liter cistern for rainwater collection, fiber optic internet, gas boilers for heating, and a security alarm system with surveillance cameras. It is located 10 minutes from the nearest town, which offers all services, 45 minutes from the beaches of the Costa Brava, 35 minutes from the city of Girona, and 1 hour from the ski slopes of the Pyrenees.