The truth is that many Spanish natives no longer want to live and work in the arid and unforgiving countryside and prefer modern homes close to the coast or some of the country´s wonderful cities.
The balancing factor is that many people in ths country dream of owning their own property and piece of unspoilt Spain   and prices are considerably lower the further inland and more remotely a property is located.
A prime example is a complete Spanish hamlet that has come onto the market for the price of a large house in the UK.
The hamlet of Pueblo Los Belgas, with school, church, houses and bar is set in 250,000 square metres of land and surrounded by the Baza National Park.
The agents are selling the properties say the tranquil village of Pueblo Los Belgas is “undoubtedly one of the most exciting properties on the market in Spain .- and probably the most exciting investment a buyer will ever make.â€
For those who like the inland life, with more extreme temperatures, dusty summers and cool winters and can turn their backs on the crowded and expensive coast this entire Andalusian hamlet, for sale at 950,000 euros   around £670,000   and could prove to be a fascinatng investment and lifestyle choice for the right buyer.
It is a short drive from Granada International Airport (now a destination for many of the low cost airlines) and the agents say preliminary enquiries show that development grants may be available.
Spanish Inland Properties, who are selling the hamlet claim minimal work is needed to make most of the properties liveable and point out that opportunities like Pueblo Los Belgas do not come along very often.
Spanish Inland Properties are no strangers to what many would class as more unusual property sales, they are specialists in Andalusian cave homes.
Les Edwards, marketing director at Spanish Inland Properties, said: “This is certainly the most exciting property we have had on our books and will be a fantastic investment for the right buyer. It is a very tranquil, picturesque village that would be ideal for development as a cultural or country sports centre.
“We are proud to be able to offer this hamlet as a Spanish Inland Properties exclusive sale, and are expecting plenty of interest, especially as it is priced so attractively. We have been involved in numerous restoration projects and hope our skllls and experience will be used once the hamlet is sold, as the possibilities for this incredible village are endless.â€
