British man discovers shared kitchen in Spanish dream home purchase

A British man, Steven Najda, bought a £110,000 home in Arcos de la Frontera, Spain, only to discover he must share his kitchen with two neighbors. Despite believing he had exclusive rights, he found they had access to the kitchen. Najda, who has spent €20,000 on repairs, faced issues including a stolen coffee machine and unauthorized water connections by neighbors. He had asked his lawyer and the seller to confirm kitchen ownership, but they did not inform him of the shared access rights. The situation has caused Najda significant financial and emotional stress, leading him to visit the property less frequently. He had hoped for a new life in Spain but now feels regret over the purchase.