Las Alpujarras, Castaras, cottage with private pool. Book direct from the owners.
Renovated Stone Cottage with Private Pool
Peaceful and Secluded Location. Ideal for Walkers and Birdwatchers.
Sleeps 4 (2 Bedrooms)
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El Cortijillo is situated in a secluded valley, down a steep track, below the small mountain village of Castaras (800 metres alt). With poplar trees and willows lining one side of the stream, and organic almond and olive terraces on the other, the location is ideally suited to those who enjoy walking, bird watching, or who just want to get away from it all, and relax by the pool in the peace and quiet, enjoying the views. The cottage offers spacious accommodation for 4 people (100sq metres floor space).
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| Rental periods | 2 people | 3/4 people |
| April / May 2009 | £328 | £373 |
| June - September 2009 | £384 | £430 |
| October 2009 | £328 | £373 |
| November - March 2010 | £289 | £334 |
Notes on prices
Prices are for property per week in UK Pounds according to number of people.
Changeover day
Saturdays preferred. Arrive after 4pm, depart 10am (negotiable).
Accommodation
| Bedrooms: | Bedroom 1. Spacious room with double bed, wardrobe, and chest of drawers. Bedroom 2 with twin beds, wardrobe and chest of drawers. |
| Bathrooms: | Bathroom with shower, handbasin, toilet and bidet. |
| Kitchen: | Kitchen with gas cooker and grill, fridge/freezer, plenty of worktop space, dining table and chairs. |
| Living Rooms: | The living room is semi open-plan through to the kitchen, and is furnished with 2 settees, coffee table, and has a wood stove for the cooler winter evenings (an additional charge will be made for fire wood consumed). |
| Cleaning/towels/ linen/maid service: |
All linen, except for pool towels, is supplied, and will be changed weekly. A laundry and cleaning service can be arranged. |
Notes on accommodation
The stone built cottage has been recently renovated and extended to a high standard and offers beautiful views down the valley. The accommodation is light and spacious(100sqm), and well insulated. Main lighting runs on solar power (12V), although there is a 220v socket powered by water turbine. A radio/CD/cassette player is provided.
- oven,
- fridge/freezer,
- barbecue,
- private pool (for sole use of guests)
Outside
The house is situated on a terrace of almond and fruit trees, with olive trees on the terraces to the rear. Patio doors lead from the kitchen to a paved and shaded patio area. To one side is a traditional stone threshing circle; to the other, the pool and lawn. The oval pool (8x6m) is surrounded by a sun terrace. Sunloungers, outdoor table and chairs and gas barbecue are provided.
Coast/Beach
The coast is 1.5 hours away at Salobrena/Motril.
Travel
Granada airport 1 hour 30 mins drive. Malaga and Almeria airports are both 3 hours drive. Car hire is available at the airports.
Distances
Granada - 1.5 hours.
Orgiva - 50 minutes.
Cadiar - 35 minutes.
Trevelez (highest inhabited village in Europe outside of the Alps) 30 minutes.
Further details
The mountain village of Castaras is situated in the central Alpujarras, offering access to both the less touristically explored central and eastern villages, as well as the more well known Orgiva area. The village is small, and at present, the only amenities are a bar and pharmacy, although bakers vans pass by daily, and other mobile stores come on a weekly basis. The nearest shops and restaurants are 30 mins drive away. 'El Cortijillo' is situated 10 minutes by car from the village. Part of this distance consists of unmade up track (approx 1500m). The owners, who have been living on the 20 acre smallholding since 1990, live on the other side of the stream, and will be pleased to give any assistance required. Guided walks can be arranged if desired. Organic vegetables and home-made bread available.
Booking notes
A deposit of 25% is required on booking, balance 4 weeks before arrival.
For booking and further information
Les and Jo Elm
Tel: (Spain) + 34 958 343 292 (best lunchtimes and evenings)
Mobile: (Spain) + 34 639 101763
Email: Click here
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