Romantic Cortijo In Stunning Mountain Scenery With Beautiful Views, Wonderful Atmosphere
Beautiful Barn At Finca Al-manzil, Very Spacious Just For Two, Very Peaceful With Lovely Views
Three Bedroom Cortijo and One Bedroom Barn
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Finca al-manzil is an extensive farm on the slopes of the Sierra de Montanchez, a stunning location, very peaceful, in a world of its own and yet within 30 minutes of 3 wonderfully vibrant world heritage towns full of atmosphere, history and culture. There are 2 houses on the finca, the Cortijo for 6 and the Barn for 2. Both are set in their own walled grounds, completely seperate and secluded. The beautiful pool is set into a natural curve of the mountain and is shared unless by special arrangement, it is a spacious area so everyone can have their own space. The pool has an ingenious mild saline treatment so no stingy eyes and bleached hair. The local village of Montanchez is a 5 min. drive or a delightful 40 minute walk. It is famous for jamon, air dried ham, very delicious. There are several restaurants and many atmospheric bars around the plaza, also a Saturday market for local produce of excellent quality. The finca is famous for bird life, eagle owls, eagles, vultures etc.
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| Rental Period | Per Night | Per Week | Per Month | Min. Stay (Nights) |
| 1 November 2011 - 29 February 2012 | €900 | 4 | ||
| 1 March 2012 - 30 June 2012 | €1300 | 4 | ||
| 1 July 2012 - 31 August 2012 | €1550 | - | ||
| 1 September 2012 - 31 October 2012 | €1300 | 4 |
The Barn Sleeps 2 (1 Bedroom) Prices
| Rental Period | Per Night | Per Week | Per Month | Min. Stay (Nights) |
| 1 November 2011 - 30 June 2012 | €650 | 4 | ||
| 1 July 2012 - 31 August 2012 | £700 | - | ||
| 1 September 2012 - 30 June 2013 | £650 | 4 |
Notes on prices
Discounts available for 2nd week and for longer stays. Also for less capacity in Cortijo. Christmas, New Year and Easter are 15% on top of normal rate.
Dinner can be ordered in cortijo or barn at €25 per head inc wine.
Riding is available for competent riders. Bike hire.
Changeover day
No fixed chageover day.
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The Barn Sleeps 2 (1 Bedroom)
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The Barn is set in a wonderful and traditional area of natural woodland with 22 hectares of private grounds in the Sierra de Montanchez, Extremadura. The barn has its own 1 hectare private walled area. Very spacious double height sitting room with doors leading to a charming porch with views of olive groves and the peaks of the sierra. One large bedroom with double bed upstairs,there are 2 extra beds available for children. Kitchen is well equipped, bathroom has spacious shower area. Very private with own entrance and peaceful atmosphere. Super pool with gentle saline treatment, no harmful chlorine. From the finca there are wonderful walks into the sierra, bird watching especially delightful. A perfect place to stay for a few days or longer. There are special rates for longer stays. |
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Notes on accommodation
Explore the 3 UNESCO world heritage towns, Merida for Roman ruins, Caceres for Medieval atmosphere, Trujillo for conquistador mistique; all full of historical interest and very picturesque within 40kms of the finca. Also charming, authentic villages within a short distance.
Accessibility
The finca is not suitable for people with mobility problems, it is a country property with natural rocks and slopes in the grounds.
Outside
The cortijo and barn have a covered porch with beautiful views. The cortijo also has a roof terrace, open porch and dining terrace. Both houses have gas barbecues. Both are well equipped with garden furniture and outside dining furniture. The pool has sun loungers. It is 3 m. x 12m and is shared between Cortijo and Barn unless by special arrangement.
Coast/Beach
Extremadura has no sea coast but many beautiful rivers and lakes.
Golf
There is a golf course in Caceres, 40kms. Badajoz 80kms.
Special interest holidays
There are several cooking weeks per year at Finca al-manzil. Please check web site for details. We concentrate on the historical flow between Iberic, Moroccan and Middle Eastern cuisine with a feast of superb recipes prepared on 3 cooking mornings with excursions to our 3 historical towns on the other days. Cooking mornings are also available for holiday rental clients.
Travel
Car is recommended. Madrid airport is 300kms. Seville airport 250kms. Lisbon airport 300kms.
Distances
World heritage towns, Merida and Caceres 40kms. Trujillo, a gem 40kms. Guadalupe, amazing monastery 70kms. Local village Montanchez 5kms.
Booking notes
To confirm reservation, a 30% deposit of total price. Balance to be paid 6 weeks before arrival + damage deposit of €200 which of course is returnable if house is left in good order. Payments accepted by bank transfer or by paypal.
House swap
Possible for Barn.
Owner profile
The complete tourists at a ksar in High Atlas
About the owner
Pippa and Manfred opened Finca al-manzil after falling in love with the mountain views then renovating, designing and building the 2 houses on the finca. They moved to Extremadura after living in Portugal for many years where they created another successful Casa Rural, Moinhos de Madragoa in the Alentejo.
Pippa is from an arts background and was an interior designer in Portugal. Manfred owned and ran many great restaurants in Austria before settling down into a more peaceful life in Portugal and Spain. There is a constant challenge in running the finca, not only the business but also the maintenance of the 20 hectares, looking after the horses and donkeys and making sure everything looks good and the guests feel happy and welcome.
Why the owner chose a home in this location
Extremadura has it all for us. Glorious unspoilt nature, no crowds, magical historical towns, healthy unpoluted atmosphere and a wonderful climate.
Unique benefits of the property
We run the houses as real homes, not tourist "villas" so the atmosphere is comfortable, decorated with interesting and unique objects and art, hundreds of books, dvds and cds. We love to cook and run cooking weeks several times a year so the kitchen is well equipped and has a great atmoshere for creative cooks, especially the ancient stone table where many a feast has been prepared and many more to come for sure.
For booking and further information
Property Ref S17799
Contact Name:
Pippa Sharman
(SPAIN) +34 670743296
Alternate Contact Details:
(SPAIN) +34 678447876
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