Modern house on the Camino de Santiago in Furelos, Melide

House on the Camino de Santiago, living history in Furelos

This exceptional property is located in the medieval village of Furelos, just 1 km from Melide, right on the French Way. Situated next to the emblematic four-arch Roman bridge that crosses the Furelos river, the house occupies a privileged position in one of the most photographed villages by pilgrims who daily cross this historic enclave.

Furelos preserves its medieval character intact, with cobblestone streets, traditional stone houses and the beautiful parish church that complete an architectural ensemble of great heritage value. The village is part of the millenary Jacobean route, where pilgrims from around the world find one of the most charming corners on the route to Santiago de Compostela.

Modern dwelling with exceptional finishes and unique spaces

This 150 m² house stands out for its exemplary restoration that combines traditional architectural elements with first-class modern finishes. The property, which operated as a boutique hostel until February 2024 with an exceptional rating of 9.9 on Booking, demonstrates its potential for both residential use and tourist activity.

Interiors that combine tradition and first-class modernity

The ground floor is organized around bright and functional spaces. A hall gives access to a living room with designer furniture, dining room with spectacular exposed stone walls and wooden beam ceilings, and a fully equipped kitchen with integrated appliances, granite countertops and high-end white finishes. A powder room and the boiler room with aerothermal system complete this floor.

The first floor houses three double bedrooms of great comfort, all with private bathrooms with large showers. The bedrooms stand out for their built-in wardrobes with LED interior lighting, wooden floors, and neutral-toned finishes that create relaxing and sophisticated environments.

Functional exteriors with multiple possibilities

The property includes an interior courtyard that constitutes buildable land, offering expansion possibilities. This exterior space has furniture, partial covered area and is surrounded by the traditional stone walls that characterize the village.

Additionally, the annex house has been renovated to become a versatile space for bicycle storage, washing and drying clothes, and rest area, providing additional services ideal for both family and tourist use.

Melide and the Camino de Santiago, confluence of cultures and traditions

Melide represents one of the most important points of the Camino de Santiago, where the French Way and the Primitive Way converge. The town preserves an important historical heritage, highlighting the Church of Santa María with Romanesque elements, and is world-famous for its gastronomy, especially Galician-style octopus and traditional pastries.

The location of this property allows easy access to Santiago de Compostela (53 km), Lugo (50 km) and Arzúa (16 km), connecting with the main Galician urban centers while enjoying the authenticity of a historic village in the heart of the Camino.

This house in Furelos offers the unique experience of living on the front line of the Camino de Santiago, in a village with over a thousand years of history, where every day hundreds of pilgrims cross the medieval bridge on their way to Santiago, creating a unique atmosphere of cultural exchange and living tradition.

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