In the Montes de Málaga, set in the landscape that inspired one of Pablo Picasso’s first landmark works, lies the estate known as Lagar Hurtado — a property steeped in history and art. It’s said that Picasso, during his youthful summers (between 1895 and 1897), used to visit nearby wine-producing operations. It was during those wanderings through Mediterranean landscapes, brush in hand, that he painted one of his first important canvases: Mountains of Málaga (1896), an oil on panel now housed in Barcelona’s Museu Picasso.
A historic and majestic estate
Lagar Hurtado is not just a picturesque setting: it’s a 17th-century estate, located in the protected setting of the Montes de Málaga Natural Park. Over the centuries, the property passed through the hands of notable families, including the Torrijos, linked to General José María Torrijos, as well as names like Larios or Lasso de la Vega.
In the 19th century, the area became the setting for visits by young Picasso; it’s said he even visited Lagar Hurtado directly, as well as other nearby estates.
A boutique hotel in the mountains
Today, Lagar Hurtado has been transformed into a 36-room boutique hotel that preserves its 19th-century essence and offers a unique experience: an infinity pool, century-old trails, viewpoints and details that connect to its historic past.
The estate, with more than 766,000 m² of virgin land, is just minutes from Málaga city and the airport, with 360° views of sea and mountain — a perfect location for both high-level tourism projects and ecological retreats.
What’s the asking price?
Currently, Lagar Hurtado is for sale at 14 million euros, a figure that includes the land, the building and plans to develop an organic wine estate or a sustainable wellness eco-resort.
What makes it so special
- Artistic legacy: direct link to Picasso’s first landscapes.
- Living history: 17th-century estate with traditional Andalusian architecture.
- Strategic and protected location: carefully tended natural setting, accessible and close to Málaga.
- Tourism and investment potential: existing infrastructure and economic support.
- Preservation and sustainability: ideal for eco-friendly projects.
A visual and emotional call
Imagine walking down 19th-century trails, diving into an infinity pool with sea views, and feeling yourself part of a narrative that begins with the brush of a young Picasso and continues in every stone block and corner of Lagar Hurtado.