Discover the two villa's.
Nestled in the heart of the Castellón hills, just a 30-minute drive from the Mediterranean Sea, a small private road winds through an expansive landscape filled with almond and olive trees. This region, with its picturesque medieval villages, could easily be mistaken for a Spanish version of Tuscany. Known for its unique microclimate, the area enjoys abundant sunshine throughout the year; even winter days can be pleasantly warm.
At the center of it all, are two villas designed by the Dutch artist Xander Spronken. A sculpture? Not quite... A house? Not exactly... This Spanish retreat is the culmination of both. It greets you with its host of 6 meters high pillars that do not loom so much as they soar.
The villas are composed of large floor-to-ceiling windows that provide magnificent views of the Iberian mountains with the 1.800m high Penyagolosa summit as its centrepiece. Accessed via a private gate the 10 hectares private property consists of two separate houses with each its own swimming pool. Both houses are equipped with air-conditioning, floor-heating, large fitted kitchens, lounge areas, and two bedrooms and 2 bathrooms each. Additionally, the houses are build 100% energy neutral.
A sculpture that has no rhythm but with details inspired by the ancient Fibonacci sequence. Fifty-four concrete pillars carry a roof of old mooring posts that weigh down on you bringing back a sensation of earthing and rooting.
The villas are composed of large floor-to-ceiling windows that provide magnificent views of the Iberian mountains with the 1.800m high Penyagolosa summit as its centrepiece. Accessed via a private gate the 7 hectares private property consists of two separate houses with each its own swimming pool. Both houses are equipped with air-conditioning, floor-heating, large fitted kitchens, lounge areas, and two bedrooms and 2 bathrooms each. Additionally, the houses are build 100% energy neutral.
Anyone who categorizes Xander Spronken (Maastricht, Netherlands, 1956) purely as a sculptor does not really do him justice. In addition to iron sculptures, he makes truly unique architectural constructions. Spronken approaches architecture the way he does all his artpieces. Negative space is valued as much as positive mass, air and void animated by light and the inexplicable emotion of volume. His passion for iron is the unifying thread in these works. In his own inventive and intuitive manner, he combines the traditional skills of a blacksmith with an authentic and multifaceted artistic practice. The unique signature of Xander Spronken’s can be found all over the globe. His artistic language is universal.
PRIVATE CHEFF, have your very own private chef cook for you at the house. This is a true gastronomic experience! Our chef Sonia will take care of all the shopping, will prepare a delicious dinner, and for those interested she will share all the recipes including techniques she used preparing everything. And of course, everything will be served at the table.
GROCERY DELIVERY, make your arrival as easy as possible and let Sonia take care of your groceries.
About your host,
My name is Joris Dassen (48), a single father who lives with his daughter (4) in the Netherlands (Maastricht). I consider SpronkenHouse as our second home (not just a holiday home).
I am a very active person who loves all kinds of outdoor sports, such as hiking, running, cycling, kite surfing and motocross. This is one of the reasons why I spend a lot of time at SpronkenHouse, I can do almost all these sports there.
There are a few artists in my family and one of them (Xander Spronken) created this sculpture. Since I also invest in specific real estate (mainly monuments) and have experience in the hotel industry, it was a logical question from Xander if I wanted to become the owner of his creation, since he knew I would open it up for others to experience the work of his life. I have been the owner of the SpronkenHouse since 2018.
The moment I arrive at the property, a real sense of calmness comes over me. A feeling I have never experienced anywhere else in the world. The climate was also a huge surprise. I lived in Los Angeles for four years (which is called "eternal spring"), but the weather at SpronkenHouse is even better than what I was used to in Los Angeles!
Disclaimer:
The SpronkenHouse allows families with children, but we would kindly like to inform you that this house is not child proof, it is designed as an art house. We do not accept any liability. So, if you have small children with you, please keep an eye on them at all times. No parties, No smoking and we have outside camera's for security reasons.
It is not permitted to take photos or videos of/at/in the villa(s) and/or the grounds for commercial purposes, commercial use or purposes other than private use without prior express written permission from the owner (Joris Dassen).
info@spronkenhouse.com
Distance to the Sea 30 minutes.
Distance to Castellón 30 minutes.
Distance to Valencia 1 hour.
Castellón AirportCDT 20 min.
Valencia Airport VLC 1h10 hours
Barcelona Airport BLN 2h30 hours
Alicante Airport ALC 2h45 hours
Girona Airport GRO 3h50 hours
