Holiday villa in Iznajar, Cordoba, Andalucia
Restored Cortijo, Private Pool, Large Gardens
Idyllic Rural Location
Sleeps 12 (6 Bedrooms)
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Set in its own gardens of one acre, La Casa del Abuelo offers a unique holiday home in Andalucia. The house will accommodate 12/14 people, so would be suitable for a large group, or two families sharing. The setting is very rural, but access is easy. A car is necessary. The garden is bounded by two streams, and slopes down to where they meet in a wooded valley, perfect for a shady place to read, or for children’s adventures. There is plenty of space to be together as a large group or find your own peaceful place in the courtyard, house or gardens. Local english speaking manager.
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| Rental periods | ||
| 29 September 2007 - 28 March 2008 | £700 | Ask us about part weeks |
| 29 March - 23 May 2008 | £800 | Ask us about part weeks |
| 24 May - 27 June 2008 | £1000 | |
| 28 June - 29 August 2008 | £1400 | |
| 30 August - 26 September 2008 | £1000 | Ask us about part weeks |
| 27 September - 31 December 2008 | £800 | Ask us about part weeks |
Notes on prices
Prices are for the property per week in UK Pounds.
Out of season short breaks can be booked. Please contactus for prices for smaller groups.
Changeover day
In the main season (June, July, August, Sept) Saturday is the normal changeover day. Outside these times we can be more flexible.
Accommodation
| Bedrooms: | 1 Double bedroom with en-suite (king-size bed). 1 further double bedroom with double bed. 4 twin bedded rooms. |
| Bathrooms: | En-suite bathroom to master bedroom, with shower, wc basin shower room with wc and basin. Shower room with wc, basin, bidet. Separate wc in courtyard utility room with shower. |
| Kitchen: | Separate hob and oven, fridge freezer, dishwasher, microwave. |
| Utility Room: | Washing machine |
| Living Rooms: | Large L shaped living room, with TV, DVD, CD player, books, maps of local interest. Comfortable seating for large group. Large extendable dining table. Open fireplace. |
| Cleaning/towels/ linen/maid service: |
Bed linen and towels (not pool towels) included. Property cleaned weekly, weekly linen change. |
Notes on accommodation
The garden slopes down to two streams which are easily accessible, but in other parts the banks are very steep, making it unsuitable for children under 7.
- hob/stove,
- oven,
- fridge/freezer,
- fridge,
- microwave,
- dishwasher,
- washing machine,
- iron/ironing board,
- satellite tv,
- tv,
- central heating,
- room fans,
- cot,
- high chair,
- barbecue,
- private pool (for sole use of guests)
Outside
There is a vine-covered courtyard, with tables and chairs, a verandah with cane furniture and gas barbecue, and a vine shaded table overlooking the pool and garden.
The garden has fruit and olive trees, and woods down by the stream provide cover for birds, including nightingales. The pool is 8mx4m, unheated. Loungers beside pool. Cold shower on poolside.
Coast/Beach
Beaches at the coast 95 mins, there is a sandy beach on the lake at Iznajar, a 10 min drive away.
Golf
Nearest golf course is at Antequera (30 min drive)New course, designed by Jose Maria Canizares. Spectacular setting.
Skiing
Nearest skiing in Sierra Nevada, 1 hr 15 mins drive.
Travel
1 hour drive from Malaga Airport. Car essential. Now flights to Granada (50 mins approx) from Stansted, Liverpool and Gatwick.
Distances
Fuente del Conde - 1.5kms - good bar, small supermarket, baker. Villanueva de Tapia 3 kms - bank, bars, shops, small market. Iznajar 8kms. Cordoba 1 hr 30 mins. Seville 2 hrs. Granada 1 hr.
Further details
The market towns of Loja and Archidona are within a 15 minute drive. Local bars provide simple, fresh local food.
The hotel at Iznajar—El Cortijo de Iznajar—serves an international menu, still based on local produce.
The Finca de la Bobadilla, an internationally renowned restaurant is a 15 minute drive away, for that special occasion.
The town of Iznajar commands views over the surrounding countryside— rolling hills clad with olive groves as far as the eye can see, and the lake –32 kms long and 6 kms wide. The lake provides opportunities for swimming, fishing and sailing.
The highlight of the Iznajar calendar, is La Feria Real (7th-11th September) in honour of the patron saint La Virgen de la Piedad. There is a candlelight procession through the town on the 8th September.
In a little over half an hour you could be in Antequera, a charming old town, commanding spectacular views of El Torcal National park, and across the surrounding plains.
Close to Antequera is El Torcal National Park, an area of majestic and fascinating limestone columns and formations, with marked walking trails.
For those with a taste for ancient history, Antequera is home to the most important dolmenic complex in Europe.
There is a golf course at the Antequera Golf Hotel.
A short drive to the west takes you to Fuente de Piedra, and its lake, with Spain’s only breeding colony of flamingos, as well as a multitude of other bird life.
The house is in the province of Cordoba, and the city of Cordoba is within easy reach, as is Granada. A little further away, a (about 2 hours drive) is Seville. The Sierra Nevada, with its opportunities for winter sports, are about 1hr 15 minutes drive.
Our local manager can arrange horse riding, and possibly fishing trips.
Booking notes
A 25% deposit is required, the balance payable 8 weeks prior to the start of your holiday.
A returnable security deposit of £200 will also be charged.
For booking and further information
Maggie Proom
Tel (UK) +44(0)01454 324184
Fax (UK) +44 (0)01454 314926
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