Country House With Private Pool On Large Terrain With Orchard, Stunning Views And Own Spring Water
Peaceful Location Just Outside the Village in the Silence of the Mountain Scenery
Sleeps 6 (3 Bedrooms)
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Cortijo la Suerte, a charming holiday home in the Alpujarras region of Andalucia in southern Spain is situated on the southern slopes of Spanish Sierra Nevada (Alpujarras). A 'cortijo' is a small farm, or farmhouse. 'Suerte' means luck, chance, fate or good fortune. It was our good fortune (or perhaps fate) to acquire this rustic farmhouse, and we hope that you will be fortunate enough to visit Cortijo la Suerte.
Cortijo la Suerte provides comfort, simplicity and privacy, and gives our guests an authentic experience of Spanish rural life. It has stunning views, fruit trees, own spring water, about one acre of land. It is situated on the slopes near the village of Pitres. The nearest neighbours are farmers. The large swimming pool, jacuzzi, central heating in the living room and floor heating in the two main bedrooms are luxuries that add to the rural living style. Electricity is provided by a combination of solar panels and an ecological low noise generator.
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| Rental Period | Per Night | Per Week | Per Month | Min. Stay (Nights) |
| 1 January 2012 - 31 March 2012 | €350 | 4 | ||
| 31 March 2012 - 16 June 2012 | €650 | 4 | ||
| 16 June 2012 - 1 September 2012 | €850 | 4 | ||
| 1 September 2012 - 13 October 2012 | €650 | 4 | ||
| 13 October 2012 - 22 December 2012 | €350 | 4 | ||
| 22 December 2012 - 5 January 2013 | €500 | 4 |
Notes on prices
Prices shown are for the property per week in Euros. A discount is given for longer periods. Long winter lets are possible at considerably lower rates.
The rent includes everything: bed linen, towels, final cleaning, electricity (solar panels and a silenced backup generator), water (from our own spring on the land) and gas. Wood for the stove is limited to the wood that is available, if extra wood is needed it will be charged to you.
During your stay the annex will not be rented to others.
Changeover day
Changeover day is Saturday. Arrival time mid afternoon. Departure time 10 am.
We are presently trying to offer our guests the opportunity to travel outside the weekends, i.e. have the changeover day more flexible. So far this has worked fine.
Accommodation
| Bedrooms: | Bedroom 1 is large with a double bed and washstand. Bedroom 2 is smaller, next to the main bedroom and has two single beds. Bedroom 3 had a double bed and is situated in a cozy building with an own terrace next to the pool. |
| Bathrooms: | Bathroom with bath, washbasin and toilet on upper floor Bathroom with shower, washbasin and toilet next to living room. En-suite bathroom with shower, washbasin to bedroom 3. Toilet annex. Jacuzzi bathroom next to middle terrace. |
| Kitchen: | Cooker, oven, fridge/freezer. |
| Utility Room: | Washing machine. |
| Living Rooms: | Living room with open kitchen and dining table for 8 persons and living area with settee, table and chairs. It has central heating and a wood burning stove. Outside is a shaded terrace that forms an ideal living area during the heat of the day. |
| Other: | The upper floor has one large bedroom (double bed) and a smaller bedroom with two single beds. Central heating and floor heating for cold times. Two doors open into two large terraces overlooking the valley, with an open fire for BBQ. |
| Cleaning/towels/ linen/maid service: |
Towels and linen are included as well as cleaning of the house at the end of your stay. The caretaker can do your laundry if required (fee not included). |
| Amenities/Facilities: | hob/stove oven fridge/freezer washing machine satellite tv tv internet access central heating barbecue private pool (for sole use of guests) |
| Suitability: | pets accepted |
| Location Type: | mountain village |
Notes on accommodation
Because of the hilly area and the deep, unfenced swimming pool, the house seems less appropriate for children under 6 years. Internet access is optional, connection requires a daily fee that is not included in the rent. The toilet of the third bathroom is outside the annex, so it can be accessed from the pool area.
Accessibility
Not suitable for toddlers and young children as the terrain is steep in places with steps and stairs that may be unsafe. Children should be swimmers or kept under constant supervision.
Outside
There are several possibilities for barbecue. The upper part of the property has a fruit garden. All the fruits of the season are yours to enjoy! (see the fruit calendar on our personal website) On the highest terrace is a large table for dining in the open air. The middle terrace is covered and it is the best place to stay on a hot summers day. The Jacuzzi is next to this terrace. There are several outdoor chairs and tables. On the terrace next to the private swimming pool you can stay all day and there is ample possibility to take sunbaths.
And last but not least: on the romantic terrace in front of the annex (with third bedroom) you can sit under the trees, away from the everything around you. There is plenty of place on the property to set up tents for the children or for campervans for passing guests.
Coast/Beach
The main beach at Salobrena is about 1 hour away. The Costa del Sol is a fairly well developed stretch of coastline, but there are also a number of less well known bays along protected stretches of coast.
Golf
There are several golf possibilities nearby of which the golf course of Salobrena is the best known (1 hour drive).
Skiing
The ski resort of Sol y Nieve is located in the Sierra Nevada mountain range in Andalucia. It is the most southerly ski resort in Europe and is small in comparison to other European resorts, even so, the resort hosted the 1996 World Ski Championships. The Sierra Nevada ski resort has numerous runs of varying difficulties to satisfy all skiing desires. Natural snow is supplemented by snow cannons on some runs. Being so far south, many skiers are pleasantly surprised to find that the air temperature is usually warmer than other resorts. The skiing season is December to April. The Sierra Nevada resort is less than two hours drive from Cortijo La Suerte.
Travel
Granada is the closest airport at 1 hour 30 minutes drive and is served by Ryanair (from Stansted and Liverpool) and by Monarch (from Gatwick). Malaga is served by most other airlines and is about 2hrs 20 minutes by car. You can reach us via public transport, but car hire is highly recommended and very easy to arrange. We will be happy to advice you.
Distances
Orgiva is the closest town of any significant size and is about 40 mins away. Local villages of Pitres and Portugos are within walking distance and have a variety of shops, banks, bars and restaurants. The city of Granada is one hour and fifteen minutes by car, and can be accessed by bus. The Sierra Nevada ski slopes are roughly 2 hours away. Everything else you could possibly need to enjoy your holiday is on the doorstep.
Further details
The Alpujarras is a wonderful place for a holiday and for relaxing generally. It is ideal for walking and offers a vast range of options from challenging high level snow line walks to casual meanderings around the valley. Wherever you go you are accompanied by the sound of water, either from the racing Rio Trevelez and Rio Poqueira, or from the innumerable irrigation channels delivering water to the cultivated land. It is a unique area, treasured by the Moors until they were expelled by the Christians in the 15th century, and still shows many signs of their occupation. Most notably the syle of Berber architecture, little white box houses with flat grey roofs supported by sturdy chestnut timbers.
Many people choose to use this area as a base for visiting the city of Granada and the magical Alhambra palace, or for day trips to the coast, but many more are content simply to relax and unwind, enjoying one of the most tranquil holiday spots in Europe. Every season has something special to offer in an area famed for its array of wild flora and fauna. Other activities you can pursue here include painting, horse riding, paragliding, cannoning, guided walks, cycling, sitting, thinking and mellowing. There are a variety of restaurants around including vegetarian establishments. There are local produce markets, bakeries, a travelling greengrocery van and a fish van to meet all needs. Once you are here, there's no need to leave.
Booking notes
The rent is inclusive of linen, towels and service costs (most gas, water, and cleaning costs). Further details can be found on the personal website. After the first payment has been received a proof of payment is sent to the renter, together with a description of the route and the location of the meeting place, the arrival and departure date and the name and mobile telephone number of the caretaker, who will deliver the keys and show you around in the Cortijo.
Guest comments
We do so love the cortijo, going anywhere else would be such a poor substitute!
Just a note to tell you how much we enjoyed staying at La Suerte. The house is a little treasure. It was a pleasure getting away from the normal frantic pace of modern life. The Alpujarras area was like stepping back in time with comparisons to places such as Peru or Chile!!
Don't change anything with the house, it's charm is in it's location and simplicity.
I would like to congratulate you on having such a nice place in such a wonderful location We had a thoroughly relaxing week.
Just to say thank you for such a lovely restful holiday. We loved the area and the Cortijo. Our dog and cat also enjoyed themselves especially the freedom of having so much space in a safe environment. We hope to return next year for a holiday
We stayed for a week in February: the weather was wonderful, and just a few other tourists shared the walking trails with us.
Definitively our best place ever!
Owner profile
About the owner
We are a Dutch couple, Bruno a retired engineer and Pauline, a qualified occupational therapist. We have traveled all over the world and now live in Holland, though we still travel a lot. Our children have settled in Holland, Australia and France and we have three grandchildren. We enjoy gardening, skiing, hiking in the mountains, tennis and field hockey. Pauline plays the violin in the Delfts Symphonie Orkest, a high quality amateur orchestra. Ivan is the caretaker of the Cortijo. He is British and lives in Mecina, a village in the valley below us. He will welcome you, show you around and help you when needed. Loli is a young Spanish lady who does the cleaning and the laundry service.
Year purchased: 2004
Why the owner chose a home in this location
A 'cortijo' is a small farm, or farmhouse. 'Suerte' means luck, chance, fate or good fortune. It was our good fortune (or perhaps fate) to acquire this rustic farmhouse, and we hope that you will be fortunate enough to visit Cortijo la Suerte.
Unique benefits of the property
Cortijo la Suerte provides comfort, simplicity and privacy, and gives us an authentic experience of Spanish rural life. It is a charming holiday home in the Alpujarras region of Andalucia in southern Spain. You will love the tranquility of the house and the superb and unspoiled environment, relax at the large private pool and enjoy the pretty local village of Pitres, visit the six neighbouring villages, wander through the rustic farmland and trek the rugged hillsides and mountain slopes.
For booking and further information
Property Ref S2125
Pauline and Bruno van Dunné
Tel: (Netherlands) + 31 (0)153 108 149
Mob: (Netherlands) + 31 633 827 566
Owners Website: Click here
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