Magnificent rustic estate with a unique and charming farmhouse
Farmhouse for sale in Camprodon, Girona (Font-Rubi)
1.200.000 €
Characteristics
Description
La Batllia is a charming historic Catalan farmhouse (classified as Grade II) located in Font-Rubí, near Camprodon, full of history and character. This property has been authentically renovated over the years by its current owners, who have expertise in antiques and interior design. Their meticulous care in preserving the original personality of this home has undoubtedly made it a truly unique and extraordinary property.
The 5-bedroom house sits on a 64,000 m² plot of natural forests, pastures, and even a natural spring, offering breathtaking views of the mountains and valley. It enjoys the best of both worlds: the peace and tranquility of rural mountain life while being just a 10-minute drive from Camprodon, a beautiful medieval village in the Pyrenees with all essential services.
Parts of the property date back to the 17th century, with later additions such as the four-story tower, built in the 19th century, which provides spectacular views. The main house features 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, a spacious living room, dining area, kitchen, and additional rooms. Nearby, an independent building has been converted into a guesthouse with a lovely garden area, stunning window views, and an original bread oven built into the stone wall.
As in most traditional Catalan farmhouses, cows, sheep, and pigs used to live on the ground floor, while the family resided upstairs. The ground floor of La Batllia still preserves the original feeding troughs, though perhaps the most remarkable feature is a unique Gothic arch. This part of the house still has great potential for conversion.
Upstairs, all rooms and bedrooms have retained their original structure and elements to reflect the home’s long history, such as exposed wooden beams, flooring, and windows. The current owners have thoughtfully combined them with carefully selected decor and furnishings to harmonize with the house’s rustic style, along with a collection of artwork, antiques, and handcrafted objects. The original kitchen fireplace, dating back centuries, has been preserved, though a modern stove and oven have been added. Small original details have been transformed into quirky, charming niches. Even the original toilet has been kept (though, fortunately, it is no longer in use).
La Batllia is set in a stunning mountain landscape, and its surrounding land has been kept as natural as possible. The pastures are grazed in the spring by local mountain horses, and the grounds are nourished by a nearby spring.
Despite its age, the current owners have embraced the charming imperfections of this centuries-old building and have transformed the ancestral “Batllia” into a wonderful and cozy home. The new additions blend seamlessly with the old, respecting the property’s origins and character.
We are now looking for new owners to cherish and fully enjoy its rustic charm and the peaceful rural lifestyle it offers.
Near the property, there is a municipal swimming pool to which the estate’s owners have access during the warm summer months.
Year of construction: 1650
Construction area: 813 m²
Usable area: 800 m²
Plot: 63,675 m²
Bedrooms: 5
Bathrooms: 4
Fitted kitchen: Yes
Garage: 1
