Secluded House with Pool, HS Internet, BBC Satellite
Peaceful Rural Property in Hiking Paradise
Sleeps 5/6 (3 Bedrooms-1 unfinished)
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This small villa, nestled into Rosa Alta, a large (90,000m2) rambling finca of olive and almond groves, is accessed by a country road in good condition. The house has panoramic views to the white village of Gaucín and its illuminated castle, the village of Genaguacil and the surrounding Bermeja Mountains. Gaucin is ideal base to visit Andalucia. Situated at 640m altitude, it benefits from cool evening breezes in summer.
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| Rental Period | Per Night | Per Week | Per Month | Min. Stay (Nights) |
| 1 January 2012 - 31 March 2012 | €600 | €2000 | - | |
| 1 April 2012 - 30 June 2012 | €700 | €2500 | - | |
| 30 June 2012 - 31 August 2012 | €800 | €3000 | - | |
| 1 September 2012 - 30 September 2012 | €700 | €2500 | - | |
| 1 October 2012 - 31 December 2012 | €600 | €2000 | - |
Notes on prices
Prices are for 2 guests per week in Euros and includes all utilities and internet connection. The rate for 3-6 guests is €800 per week(€2500 per month) in the low season, €900 per week (€3000 per month) in the mid-season (April, May, June and September) and €1000 per week (€3500 per month) in high season. Contact the owner if you are interested in shorter or longer stays.
Changeover day
Preferred changeover day is Saturday but we are flexible in the low and mid-season.
Accommodation
| Bedrooms: | Bdrm 1 - ac/heat, queen size bed with views of Gaucin Bdrm 2 - ac/heat, double bed and single bed looks over swimming pool Living room has single standard bed (not sofabed). Bdrm 3 - unfinished, ready for occupancy in August, adjacent to kitchen |
| Bathrooms: | Bdrms 1 & 2 have en-suite bathrooms with bath/shower, bidets, heated, local stone floors throughout. Ample high quality towels are provided. Bdrm 3 has adjacent bathroom, also accessible for guests on ground floor. |
| Kitchen: | Fully-equipped kitchen opens onto dining room with fireplace & access to covered terrace for dining; Cooker with hood, oven, fridge, electric kettle, microwave, double sink, etc. |
| Utility Room: | Off of the kitchen, there is a utility/laundry space under a covered porch with washing machine, sink and cleaning supplies. There is also a line for hanging clothes adjacent to the porch. |
| Living Rooms: | Living room opens onto 2 spacious terraces, one with a dramatic view of the Hacho mountain; it has a fireplace, high speed internet access, a working desk, BBC Sat TV, DVD and a single bed. |
| Other: | The kitchen downstairs is open plan with a wood burning stove in the dining room; there are 2 terraces on the upper level, and a terrace and the swimming pool on the lower level. |
| Cleaning/towels/ linen/maid service: |
Ample towels and quality ironed bedlinens are included. |
| Amenities/Facilities: | hob/stove oven fridge/freezer fridge microwave washing machine iron/ironing board satellite tv tv internet access central heating air conditioning room fans barbecue private pool (for sole use of guests) |
| Suitability: | pets accepted |
| Location Type: | rural village |
Notes on accommodation
Access is by a country road in good condition. Bedrooms are heated/air conditioned. Internet, satellite TV (BBC), DVD player. Good DVD library. Stone floors throughout. Very suitable for children and pets.
This property is notable for its seclusion, peace and tranquility. It consists of almond and olive groves.
Accessibility
The upper level of the house can be accessed from the outside without using stairs; thus, fine for wheelchair access.
Outside
Private pool is 10m x 5m; 3 spacious terraces including a covered dining terrace off the kitchen, panoramic views, in almond and olive orchards. Finca is 90,000 m2 - ample size for walks and exploring.
Coast/Beach
Costa del Sol beaches from 30 minutes away; Cádiz beaches - Tarifa - 1 hour.
Special interest holidays
Hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding.: 3 "picaderos" (riding rings) & trail rides. The largest virgen forest in Europe: 100´s of km2 of cork forest. Excursions: beaches; towns - Ronda, Algeciras & Gibraltar; cities - Cádiz, Granada, Sevilla, Córdoba. Archaeological remains: World-class cave with 40 different cave cultures, with drawings & artefacts; Phoenician & Roman ruins abound; a Neolithic city has been uncovered in front of the Crestellina; Gaucin, in the path of major bird migrations, is a haven for bird watchers.
Festivals: Jan. – 3 Kings parade, Feb. – Carnival & Día de Andalucía; Mar -- procession San Juan de Diós, mid-Mar; Apr – Easter bull run thru the streets; May -- ArtGaucin Open Studios on last 2 wkends; June -- bonfire of S. Juan; July -- flamenco festival, last wkend; Aug -- annual fair, 1st wkend; Sept -- processions, pilgrimage & novena of the Santo Niño,; Oct -- Día de Pilar; Nov – All Saint´s Day, Dec – Xmas festivities.
Travel
Gibraltar airport - 1 hour. Málaga airport - 1 hr 20 mins
Car hire is essential as this is a country property. Some guests use the Sevilla or the Jerez airports.
Pick up to and from airports in Malaga or Gibraltar can be provided.
Distances
Village of Gaucin - 10 mins
Ronda - 30 mins
Marbella - 50 mins
Algeciras - 1 hr
Tarifa - 1 hr 20 mins
Málaga - 1 hr 30 mins
Seville - 2 hrs
Granada - 2 hrs 30 mins
Cádiz - 2 hrs
Jerez - 2 hrs
Córdoba - 2 hrs 30 mins
Trips to Seville, Granada, Cádiz and Tangier can be arranged.
Further details
Gaucin sells everything one needs: food, pharmacy, banking, flowers, hardware, pet supplies, stationery, general stores, doctors, etc. Much of the food is locally produced. The water is from the mountain and notably pure and ample.
This part of Spain is famous for hill walking and rambling. The mountains offer some very challenging walks and mountain climbs. The valleys and river beds offer less strenuous walking, as do the many cork and pine forests which cover the area. Gaucin borders 2 national Parks, the Sierra de Grazalema and Los Alcornocales, and is overlooked by the mountain range of the Serrania de Ronda Mountains. The Beaches of the Costa del Sol are a 35 minute drive away and a little further on you will find the infamous millionaires' playgrounds of Puerto Banus and Marbella.
Booking notes
Non-refundable deposit of 30% upon booking. Remainder two weeks before arrival.
Guest comments
‘This place is fabulous! The owner, Sylvia, is delightful and very helpful. Villa 'Rosa Alta' is lovely with stunning views. We appreciated the quiet location but enjoyed eating out at Gaucin's good restaurants, as well as visits to Ronda and the Coast. The running of the bull on Easter Sunday was a highlight though not quite the spectator sport we imagined! English is widely spoken and the locals are very friendly’
‘We stayed at Rosa Alta Villa the last week of a two month stay in Spain. It was a great way to end our trip. The tranquility at the villa was soothing and restful. The only sounds were the donkey occasionally and the sheep. It feels very remote, but it is easy to get to town when necessary. We walked in several times during our stay. The lights of the town are mesmerizing at night. April is a perfect time to be here, with the wildflowers in full’ - Helen Marshall, Harrogate, England
Owner profile
About the owner
My husband and I have lived in 6 different countries over the past 20 years and are looking forward to eventually making Gaucin a semi-permanent home.
Over the years, we have had many wonderful vacation rental experiences and hope to be able to anticipate our renter's needs.
Year purchased: 2010
Why the owner chose a home in this location
While being posted to Madrid for four years, we fell in love with Andalucia and dreamed of eventually retiring to Southern Spain. We discovered Gaucin and immediately knew that it has everything we were looking for. Stunning views, peace and quiet, lovely white village, friendly people, artsy expat community, gourmet dining, access to beaches, golf, horseback riding, hiking, fishing, and a perfect base for exploring Andalucia. We are pleased to offer our new home as a vacation rental until we're ready to retire.
Unique benefits of the property
This country house has a lovely, peaceful location. You have beautiful views of Gaucin, but no one can view you! It's a wonderfully quiet and restful spot -- no traffic noise, just occasional goat bells. Also the top of the property has panoramic views towards Gibraltar and the Rif mountains.
For booking and further information
Property Ref S1737
Contact Name:
Nancy K Russell
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