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 Period | Per Night | Per Week | Per Month | Min. Stay (Nights) |
| 1 April 2012 - 31 May 2012 | £373 | 5 | ||
| 1 June 2012 - 27 October 2012 | £430 | 5 |
Notes on prices
Prices quoted are for property per week in UK Pounds for 3-4 people.
Price for 1-2 people during April / May 2012 = £328.00.
Price for 1-2 people June - Oct 2012 = £384.00.
Changeover day
Change over day usually Sat, but is flexible. Arrive after 4pm, depart 10am (negotiable). We advise that where possible you time your flights so arrival is in daylight to assist orientation.
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. |
| Amenities/Facilities: | oven fridge/freezer barbecue private pool (for sole use of guests) |
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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 CD stereo player is provided.
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 2 hours 30 mins 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 two bars 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 live across the stream from 'El Cortijillo'.
Booking notes
A deposit of 10% is required on booking, balance 8 weeks before arrival.
Guest comments
As many before have said in this book.. what a fantastic place this is. The pressures and stresses of the real world seemed to melt away as soon as we arrived at El Cortijillo. This is indeed a little piece of paradise Clare and Mark, Oct 2009.
Just want to say a big thank you for a wonderful fortnight we spent in your lovely cottage. Must admit, at first the road up and down seemed daunting, but it has been well worth it. The house is lovely, well equipped, great pool, beautiful surroundings Mary and Danny, July 08.
Thank you for a memorable and wonderful week in fantastic surroundings. Very much enjoyed sharing your experiences in the valley, and very much look forward to seeing you both next year. We can't add to what others have said before, this is just a perfect place for a holiday Roger and Jan, June 08
We have been to the Alpujarra a couple of times before, but never found this level of peace and seclusion Jon, Maxine, Sarah and Laura, Sept
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