Beautifully Restored Cortijo in the Hills Behind Huercal-Overa
Very private pool
Sleeps 11 (5 Bedrooms)
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Utter peace and quiet. A very private farmhouse set in its own 8 acres of terraced land, with wonderful views down towards the coast below and easy access to the mountains above. The farmhouse is in a serene location among almond groves and 200-year old olive trees half way up the valley of Fuente Amarga where the natural spring provides mineral water for drinking and irrigation to the surrounding oasis. With fresh air and utter peace and quiet away from the packed costas. The local landscape is arid semi-desert which certainly has its own beauty. The surrounding valleys are covered with olive groves, almond, fig and pomegranate trees.
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| Rental Period | Per Night | Per Week | Per Month | Min. Stay (Nights) |
| 1 January 2012 - 31 May 2012 | £200 | 7 | ||
| 1 June 2012 - 30 June 2012 | £500 | 7 | ||
| 1 July 2012 - 31 August 2012 | £1000 | 7 | ||
| 1 September 2012 - 31 October 2012 | £500 | 7 | ||
| 1 November 2012 - 31 May 2013 | £200 | - |
Notes on prices
£100 per person per week !!
November-May - min. £200 per week
June, September & October - min £500 per week
July & August - min. £1000 per week
plus cleaning fee 10 euros per person, min. 80 euros
At Christmas, New Year and Easter prices may vary, but please ask.
Extra days will be charged pro-rata.
Bedding is included in the price. Towels are not supplied. Security deposit of 150 euros paid on arrival and returned within 10 days if all is in order.
Changeover day
Flexible (but Saturdays preferred in high season).
Accommodation
| Bedrooms: | 3 double bedrooms. One twin bedroom. One triple bedroom (double and single beds). (Cot and highchair available). |
| Bathrooms: | There are two large bathrooms, one on each floor. Both are tiled in a typical Andalucian style with each having a full length bath tub and a shower. In both bathrooms there are also a toilet and washbasin. The downstairs bathroom also has a bidet. |
| Kitchen: | The kitchen is equipped with 2 gas cookers with a total of 9 gas hob rings and 2 ovens. Both cookers run on butane gas bottles (supplied). 2 fridges, freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, microwave, iron/ironing board. All pots and pans & utentsils. |
| Living Rooms: | The whole front of the house upstairs is made up of one room approx 20m long. At one end is a large fireplace with a sofa & Moorish tables. At the other end there are 2 sofas, CD hi-fi, colour TV, Digital TV, VCR and DVD player & lots of DVDs. |
| Other: | Downstairs – library - between the kitchen and the ‘Moroccan’ stairwell is an communal area with large sofa and chairs and a good selection of English books, both fiction and reference, including books on local interest subjects and maps. |
| Cleaning/towels/ linen/maid service: |
All bed linen provided. Towels not provided. Final cleaning charge applicable. |
| Amenities/Facilities: | hob/stove oven fridge/freezer fridge microwave dishwasher washing machine iron/ironing board tv room fans cot high chair barbecue private pool (for sole use of guests) |
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Notes on accommodation
The house, of course has mains water, but as a safeguard there is also a large tank of water with electric pump should a drought mean the mains water pressure is dropped. So water should never be a problem.
Outside
Around the house there are approx 400sqm of patios and gardens, including a newly built BBQ area near the walled Andalucian patio at the rear of the house with citrus trees and palms. There is a large terrace at the side of the house with 180º views of the valley below. At the front of the house there is 150sqm of terrace with a 10x5m pool. The steps down into the pool cover the whole width, so are ideal for laying around in and for easy entry and exit. 12 sun loungers, low Moroccan table with 4 stools, and other outdoor dining furniture available. There are plenty of spaces to find somewhere quiet and relaxing, even if you are on holiday in a big group. Loads of space for kids to explore.
Coast/Beach
40 mins away is the coast at Mojacar (beach bars, all amenities, diving school, water sports).
Other beaches nearby, north of Mojacar - Garrucha (great seafood restaurants), Vera (includes naturist beach), San Juan to Aguilas (beautiful unspoilt coves) and there are numerous almost deserted beaches along the coast just south of San Juan.
Golf
"Valle del Este" luxury golf resort and spa nearby at Vera is an 18 hole PGA desert course. Approximate price guide £45 per round. Tel. 950 460 887 Another famous course is "Desert Springs" which is situated between the town of Cuevas del Almanzora and the fishing village of Villaricos. The course includes interesting springs, watercourses, dry river beds, rock, cactus areas and sand traps. Approximate price guide £50 per round. Tel. 950 467 104
Skiing
The nearest skiing available is at Granada (Sol y Nieve) - approx a two hour drive.
Travel
There are 4 Airports all within an approx. 2 hour drive of the house.
Almeria - served by Ryan Air/Easyjet/charter flights. Murcia San Javier - served by Ryan Air/charter flights. Alicante - served by Easyjet/BA/Monarch and Granada - served by Ryan Air. Detailed directions from all airports are available.
The house is situated approx 60 miles south of Murcia city, and 60 miles north of Almeria city. All airports are easily accessed via the E15/A7 motorway.
Distances
The house is approx 15 mins from the small market town of Huercal-Overa, all amenities and some nightlife. The nearest village, Urcal approx 3 miles away has 2 mini-supermarkets, a bit like cornershops, that have most things including fresh bread, fresh fruit and veg and drink.
Lorca, interesting town with bars, good shops, beautiful palaces, castle and churches is approx 20 mins away.
Murcia, is approx 1 hour away, as is Almeria - both worth a visit.
Further details
There are some excellent dining out options in Huercal-Overa and other excellent seafood restaurants nearby, in Garrucha and Mojácar on the coast. Day trips: Granada - 2 and a half hours away. Murcia - 1 hour away. Almeria - 1 hour away. Cabo de Gata National Park near Almeria - 1 hour away. Beach - 40 mins away. Full detailed info pack available in house.
Booking notes
25% deposit to secure booking. Remainder to be paid four weeks prior to start of rental period. Final cleaning fee and returnable security deposit are payable on arrival.
Additional discounts for small groups also possible in off-peak season.
Guest comments
S. Emmerson: "We had a wonderful weeks stay in your fabulous Cortijo. It's setting is sublime!..... You have created a rare haven - complete with a delicious library packed with literary gems - and a superb collection of contemporary films."
Karen Jackman
I have meaning to email you ever since we got back to tell you what a great time we had at the house in August and to thank you for your thoughtfulness. The house was just perfect: idyllic setting; loads of space, though plenty of places to have a bit of peace and quiet if you felt like it; every need anticipated and catered for and plenty of space and furniture for eating out. I've stayed at so many places that cater for large groups but don't quite provide enough seating! Everything was just so lovely from the bedrooms to the pool! I am gushing now so will finish!
Emma Cahill
Speech and Language Therapist
Our first impressions of the house was that it looked just amazing. It even looked spacious enough for all 10 of us!
House swap
House swap considered - out of high season. Smaller apartment swap also considered.
For booking and further information
Property Ref S2533
Jeremy Cope
Tel: (Germany) + 49 (0)3584 476 578
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