Haus Mazcuerras

In the peaceful enclave of Herrera de Ibio, part of the municipality of Mazcuerras, stands this manor-palace that combines the weight of nearly two centuries of history with the solidity of a comprehensive renovation completed just seventeen years ago. The property is offered not merely as a home, but as a space full of character, where every architectural detail interacts with its natural surroundings.

The estate sits on a 2,872 m2 plot, enclosed by high stone walls and dominated by a grand entrance gate that marks the entry to a world apart. Inside, the mature and well-maintained garden is filled with large trees that provide shade, privacy, and seasonal beauty.

The main building covers 929 m2 and is spread over three floors. On the ground floor, the spaces flow with the nobility of great Cantabrian homes: entrance hall, living-dining room, sitting rooms, kitchen, and pantry, with access to a greenhouse that connects smoothly to the auxiliary building. On the first floor, the staircase leads to a library-lounge that opens onto five bedrooms, four bathrooms, and a solarium that lets in the light from the surrounding landscape. The attic floor houses an open-plan studio, an ideal retreat for work or contemplation.

The auxiliary building, designed for service and leisure, includes practical spaces such as a garage, storage rooms, a utility room, and a boiler room, alongside recreational areas like a barbecue, a bar-grill, and a sauna.

The renovation respected the essence of the manor: masonry and ashlar walls, ceramic tile roofs, exposed wooden beams, and floors alternating marble on the ground floor with wood on the upper levels. The interior atmosphere retains the warmth of the classic style, enhanced by noble finishes and a balance between stone, wood, and light.

The surroundings, in the heart of the Saja-Nansa region, offer a perfect contrast between rural serenity and proximity to the Cantabrian coast, with Comillas and San Vicente de la Barquera just over fifteen minutes away. Santander, the regional capital, is 46 km away, giving this property dual value: a private retreat and connection to the main points of the region.

This manor in Herrera de Ibio presents an opportunity for those seeking to live in—or preserve—a unique, solid property with a character that transcends trends and eras.