Monte León is undoubtedly one of the most exclusive areas in Gran Canaria. It’s home to some fantastic luxury villas, surrounded by a spectacular natural landscape, away from the often crass commercialism of the larger Spanish resorts. Up here, it’s a different world – a world of peace and tranquillity, without bright lights and noise or endless rows of bars.
Background (Gran Canaria)
Gran Canaria, the third largest of the Canary Islands, is located just 130 miles off the west coast of Africa. It’s a paradise island with huge central mountains, lush green valleys, massive sand dunes, endless sandy beaches, a balmy year round climate and some of the best bars and clubs in Spain.
It has such vast diversity of landscape, flora and fauna in its relatively small space, that it’s known as a “Miniature Continent”.
The two closest islands to it are Fuerteventura and Tenerife. Las Palmas, the largest city of the Canary Islands, lies on Gran Canaria. It’s a large multinational city, located in the Northeast of the island.
There’s a large English speaking population on the island, with many permanent UK residents. Gran Canaria has always been a popular choice with northern European investors and homebuyers; and with all it has to offer, one can understand why.
There are many top-class apartments, villas and new developments on sale throughout Gran Canaria, but not many equal Monte Leon…
Monte Leon
Located 400 metres above sea level, with some truly spectacular views, Monte Leon has a very privileged position – away from the hustle and bustle of the other resorts but close to everything you need and.
Surrounded by Gran Canaria’s exquisite natural resources, it’s stunningly beautiful; a visual delight as a well as a haven of peace and tranquillity.
At this height, the only sounds you’ll here is the whistling wind and the sounds of songbirds singing. Palmitos Park, located close by, is home to some fascinating species of tropical birds that you’ll often see hovering above in the perpetual blue skies.
The journey up to Monte Leon is an experience in itself. You’ll pass through a harsh volcanic landscape sprinkled with fresh palm trees and Canarian pine, another example of Gran Canaria’s contrasting geography.
Monte Leon has attracted many of the world’s rich and famous. They come here not just to get away from the crowds but for the fresh mountain air, perfect climate and breathtaking views that Monte Leon has now become famous for.
Some of the regulars include Justus Frantz – the famous musician, Leonard Bernstein and former German Chancellor – Helmut Schmidt.
Although it might seem isolated, Monte Leon is just a few minuets drive away from shops, bars, restaurants, beaches, golf courses etc.
This private paradise offers peace and quite, one of the best locations in Gran Canaria, and some stunning top quality properties.
Cardenas Real Estate
Cardenas Real Estate was set up back in 1980 by Antonio García de Cárdenas and his wife Rolande Chagrin Chevènement. Since then, it has gone on to become one of the most respected property companies in Gran canaria.
Both Antonio and Chagrin have been living in Monte Leon for many years now and know the area and local property market extremely well.
It’s a family run business, with a strict emphasis on finding the right property for the client – one that suits (as much as is possible) his or her financial and personal needs. Hard sales tactics are never used, and this is why they’ve successfully become one of the most trusted agents in Gran Canaria.
Properties for sale in Monte Leon
Here’s just a few examples of what Cardenas Real Estate have to offer…
3 Bed Villa For Sale in Monte Léon
New Villa
3 Bedrooms
1.092,13 m²Plot
667.800 €
5 Bed Luxurious Villa For Sale in Monte Léon
With several apartments
5 Beds
12.390 m² Plot
3.000.000 €
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