Villa/ Farmhouse with Stunning Views to Africa and the Mediterranean
Private 13m Pool, Tennis Court Nearby
Sleeps 8 (4 Bedrooms)
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What first hits you is the total silence, apart from the occasional cow or sheep bell, and that view. Enjoying perfect panoramas,1500 ft up, over the Andalucian hills to Africa and the Mediterranean, this is a relaxing refuge at any time of year. The house is set within its own 2 acre garden on a working farm of 250 acres. A feature of the house is the 13m pool, heated on request. A well maintained tennis court is available within a 2 minute drive or walk. Riding can be arranged locally, and polo for beginners at Jimena, 20 mins. Some of Europe's best golf courses are 40 mins drive away at Sotogrande. Most shopping can be done within 10 mins at Gaucin or San Pablo where a variety of restaurants are available. The house, which features a piano, TV, DVD and CD player, WIFI connection , is maintained by a gardener and 2 dailys. There is a built-in barbecue aside the house. The cooler months Sep-Dec can be a lovely time to go with temp around high of 25c. and plenty of sun.
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| Rental Period | Per Night | Per Week | Per Month | Min. Stay (Nights) |
| 15 March 2012 - 17 May 2012 | £1290 | 7 | ||
| 17 May 2012 - 28 June 2012 | £1390 | 7 | ||
| 28 June 2012 - 5 July 2012 | £2295 | 7 | ||
| 5 July 2012 - 30 August 2012 | £2950 | 7 | ||
| 30 August 2012 - 20 September 2012 | £1290 | 7 | ||
| 20 September 2012 - 27 December 2012 | £1260 | - |
Changeover day
Normally Thursday unless by arrangement.
Accommodation
| Bedrooms: | Master bedroom upstairs with en suite bathroom, shower and private terrace. Bedroom 2 with double/twin beds and en suite bathroom. Bedrooms 3/4 with double/twin beds and shared bathroom. |
| Bathrooms: | 2 en suite bathrooms. 1 shared bathroom. 1 WC/Gents. |
| Kitchen: | The kitchen has French windows onto the outside dining area. Facilities include an oven, microwave, hob, fridge/freezer with ice maker, dishwasher and Magimix. |
| Utility Room: | Washing machine, iron, ironing board. A clothes line generally ensures that washing is dry within the day. |
| Living Rooms: | The sitting room is comfortably decorated and includes a piano, card table and TV/DVD. |
| Cleaning/towels/ linen/maid service: |
All linen and bathing towels are included. They can be changed on request or washed. A gardener, Manuel, comes to the house for 3 hours each day and 2 dailys, Marie Carmen and Pepi twice a week for 1.5 hours. |
| Amenities/Facilities: | hob/stove oven fridge/freezer fridge microwave dishwasher washing machine iron/ironing board satellite tv tv internet access central heating room fans cot high chair barbecue private pool (for sole use of guests) pool heating |
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Notes on accommodation
Pool heating is available on request at £ 100 per week. Radiators are provided between October and May. The house is a family house suitable for children. Manuel, the gardener speaks some English, is popular with tenants, and will willingly assist or advise in emergencies. A local English rep will supervise your stay.
Accessibility
Whilst care needs to be taken on the steps down to the pool, the house is generally suitable for the less mobile. Although the house has not been built with wheelchair access in mind, 2 downstairs bedrooms have access through French windows for wheelchair use. Bathroom access may be more difficult.
Outside
The exclusive pool is approx. 13 x 5m. Heating can be provided on request at £ 100 per week. An outside terrace provides seating for 8 or more to relax and a dining table to seat 10. A further 8 loungers are down by the pool. There is an outside barbeque close to the kitchen.
Coast/Beach
Whilst the Mediterranean beaches can be reached within 40 mins drive, the best beaches are beyond Tarifa on the Atlantic coast, 90 mins drive, where some of Europe's best windsurfing can be found.
Golf
There is an excellent range of golf courses within 45 mins at Sotogrande. These include Valdorama, La Reserva, the Sotogrande course, San Roque, La Canada, Almanara and many others.
Special interest holidays
Polo can be arranged at Jimena, 20 mins drive.
Travel
Fly to Gibraltar 1 hour, or Malaga 90 mins drive from the house. Car hire can easily be arranged at around 20 euros a day.
Distances
Ronda, 40 mins.
Seville, 90 mins.
Jerez, 120 mins.
Marbella, 45 mins.
Gibraltar, 60 mins.
Further details
Most shopping can be done locally in Gaucin or San Pablo, both 10 mins drive. There is no reason or need to go further, but a larger supermarket is available in Jimena 20 mins and better still at Manilva 40 mins.
A cook can be provided on request.
Booking notes
By application (email below).
Guest comments
31/8/08 - Hi there Simon. I hope the transfer of money went OK ? We loved the place so much we would like to book it again...
10/10/09 - Just a quick note to say how much we enjoyed staying at El Robledo - it was a fabulous place. We will be sure to return !
18.10.10. I just wanted to email to say what an absolutely wonderful time we had at El Robledo. It was absolutely perfect for the type of holiday we hoped
for . We will be in touch next year for sure.
3.8.11 Hello There ! We stayed with you last year in October and wondered if you'd have us back in September? we loved it so much we thought we might return!
20.10.11.We had a great week in your villa. The villa itself was faultless, the views stunning, the weather exactly as we would have chosen and our forays into Gaucin were all good fun. It was easy to switch off completely whilst the kids loved chasing grasshoppers, lizards and all sorts. Their highlight was the discovery of a praying mantis on the last day!
Owner profile
About the owner
One time Army officer, industry ceo, and own company, now aged 68 living in London SW 1.
For further info, ref may be obtained from Stephanie, local agent on 0034952151179
Year purchased: 1980's
Why the owner chose a home in this location
We built the property in 1985 as part of the La Almuna development of 12 houses. I fell in love with the site and area, as you will, at first sight. Incredible peace and solitude and what must be close to the finest view in Europe.
Unique benefits of the property
Charming, I hope, staff who have been with me for 23 years and are responsible for the day to day running of the house.
Good management.
The view, and sound of sheep and cow bells that break the silence
The convenience of shopping within ten minutes drive in either direction.
Wonderful walking and riding.
Marvellous drives through the cork forests, and day outs to Ronda and other local white villages of Andalucia. Seville is a day out, although a long one.
For booking and further information
Property Ref S10348
Simon Davie
Tel: (UK) + 44 (0) 207 259 6910
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