A lovely country retreat situated in the rural Hamlet of Jauca Alta, Seron in Province de Almeria.  If you have ever dreamed of the "good life" but don't want to be totally isolated then this could be for you!Jauca Alta has a cluster of neighbours, with 45 inhabitants.  The hamlet receives regular deliveries including BAKERY VAN, BOTTLED GAS, FISHMONGER, and GREENGROCERS, and is only 8 minutes drive to the village of El Hijate which has basic amenities and bars, and the larger town of Seron is just 19 minutes away. Seron has all amenities for day to day living including a 24 hour medical centre.  It is situated on the northern slopes of the Sierra de los Filabres. At an altitude of just over 800m, it is one of the few Almerian towns that provide a perfect balance of rural tourism and the chance to be immersed in local culture. For those who want to taste the typical delicacies of the local gastronomy in this area, there is a lot to sample. From traditional cured hams and meats, to more local dishes such as migas (fried bread with pork), gurullos con liebre (rabbit pasta), hormigos (potato and pork stew) and andrajos (a traditional Andalusian stew with vegetables and rabbit, hare or cod). Visitors can also satisfy their sweet tooth with hornazos (sweet pastries), mantecados carrasqueños (Christmas pastries) and leche frita (fried custard dumplings).The beaches of Mojacar, Garrucha, Vera Playa, San Juan de los Terreros and Aguilas are all no more than 90 minutes away, as is the airport at Almeria.The tranquil location of Jauca Alta has two separate dwellings for this amazing price!! The two properties, which are both habitable with only a little TLC required, are known as "The Farmhouse" and "Mini Casa" and are connected to all mains services.   MINI CASAThis is such a charming country cottage, standing alone with a wraparound TERRACE perfect for outside dining and relaxing, and room for an above ground pool or jacuzzi.  It is very private and has amazing views of the surrounding mountains and countryside.  You enter the property through the cottage style wooden entrance door into the KITCHEN which has as a modern fitted kitchen in a shabby chic style in keeping with the character of the property.The LIVING/DINING ROOM has a lovely cosy feeling with feature fireplace housing the log burner, and double wooden doors out onto the terrace.  The DOUBLE BEDROOM with wardrobes has an EN-SUITE shower room.  There is also a small bedroom/storage room.Aside from cosmetic and adapting to your own style, the MINI CASA is ready to move into.THE FARMHOUSEis adjacent to the Mini Casa and is walled and gated overlooking a large central COURTYARD which has a marble dining table and benches and an old stone sink providing outside water.  There is ample room for more furniture, planted areas or pots and a pool or jacuzzi.You enter into the HALL which has the original bread oven.  The DINING KICHEN  is fitted with a range of modern cabinets and the LIVING ROOM  has a wood burner.  The MASTER BEDROOM has wardrobes and an EN-SUITE shower room.  There is also an OFFICE/occasional bedroom.   Again there are a few cosmetic improvements and some attention to a small part of the roof.Across the Courtyard, through a separate entrance is the self contained, large second BEDROOM.  This room has plenty of space to make into a small STUDIO to fit a bed,sofa or sofa bed, and fridge.  You could even put some kitchen units and small worktop with sink.  There is also a large EN-SUITE shower room with double sized shower cubicle.Next to this bedroom is a large UTILITY ROOM/SHED for a washing machine, tumble dryer and plenty of storage.OUTSIDE/SURROUNDING AREAthe properties are on a substantial plot of over 1800 sqm which houses various outbuildings and have splendid mountain and countryside views.