Holiday Villa near Orgiva, Las Alpujarras
Villa with Private Pool, Surrounded by Mountains, Olive, Walnut and Orange Trees
Peaceful Quiet Location 10 minutes drive to Orgiva
Sleeps 8 (4 Bedrooms)
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The property sits in half an acre of mature olive, fig, walnut and orange trees with quiet sitting areas and a generous terrace enclosed by dry stone walls. A stunning swimming pool dramatically extends from one terrace level to the lower garden level. There is a shallow paddling area for children or those wishing to sit and cool down, this is linked to the main swimming area by a gentle slope. The house has been stylishly renovated proving 50 square metres of living space with a wood burning fire for winter nights. Four french windows open the living space onto another 50 square metres of external terraced area for dining or sipping cocktails under the shade of the olive tree. The house is in a quiet location with mountain views all around. The property is a 10 min drive from Orgiva which is a lively small town with restaurants, markets and good food and wine shops.
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| Rental periods | Price per week (UK Pounds) |
Price per week (Euros) |
| January - March 2008 | £650 | 1000 Euros |
| April - June 2008 | £700 | 1100 Euros |
| July / August 2008 | £850 | 1250 Euros |
| September / October 2008 | £700 | 1100 Euros |
| November / December 2008 | £650 | 1000 Euros |
Notes on prices
For groups of four or less we will offer a reduction or for long winter lets.
Changeover day
Our normal change over day is Saturday, but do ask as we will try and be flexible. Normal departure time is 11.00 am and arrival 5.00 pm.
Accommodation
| Bedrooms: | Bedroom 1 with double bed. Bedroom 2 with double bed. Bedroom 3 with double bed and adjoining small room with travel cot. Bedroom 4 with 2 twin single beds. |
| Bathrooms: | Two bathrooms with shower rooms, WC and sink in each, dark grey natural slate floors and white handmade wall tiles. Wall heater. (no baths). All newly fitted. |
| Kitchen: | Hob, small oven, large outdoor barbecue, double sink and two fridges. |
| Utility Room: | Washing machine, iron and fridge. |
| Living Rooms: | Large living/dining area with open plan kitchen. Dining table. Two Ercol armchairs, built in bench seating with cushions, wood burning stove. |
| Cleaning/towels/ linen/maid service: |
All linen is included. The property is cleaned once a week and when booked for 2 weeks the property is cleaned after the first week. Pool towels are not included. |
Notes on accommodation
The house is light and spacious, a blend of a modern contemporary design with the traditional building methods of the area, internally all walls are white and all floors are beautiful dark grey slate. Each bedroom and bathroom has an electric radiator and the main living area has a wood burning stove. There is no air conditioning. The property is entirley enclosed by walls and a secure gate, from which to watch the local farmer bringing his herd of goats down from the mountains. In December and January there is an abundance of oranges and walnuts for your consumption!
- hob/stove,
- oven,
- fridge,
- washing machine,
- iron/ironing board,
- cot,
- barbecue,
- private pool (for sole use of guests),
- pets accepted
Accessibility
From the car parking area to the cortijo's terrace there are four steps. After reaching the terrace one bedroom with a double bed is on the same level as the main living space and bathroom so there would be no steps to navigate. There are four steps leading to the pool area.
Outside
There is a large terrace area paved with dark slate the same as the interior and has built in benches and a barbeque. The large dining table can be brought outside for summer dining. Views of mountains all around, the sun sets directly in front of the terrace area and has sunlight all day. A beautiful old Olive tree shades part of the terrace which has built in benches and outdoor seats. We have a number of parasols to provide shade. Large natural rocks are dotted around the land placed under trees providing shady areas to sit. There is a bar-b-q on the terrace area. Olive, Orange, Fig and Walnut trees abound the land. 13 x 3 metre private swimming pool with shallow paddling pool attached 2 x 3 metre. Dark grey slate surround the pool with sunbathing terraces contained within the pool form. There is shower adjacent to the pool.
Coast/Beach
Nearest beach is Salobrena about 30 - 45 mins drive.
Travel
Nearest Airport is Granada about 40-50 minutes drive via Lanjarron.The Airport has good car hire facilities. Malaga Airport is 2 hours 20 mins.
Distances
Orgiva is a 10 minutes drive for shops, cafes, bars restaurants, Granada 40-50 mins. Sea is a 30 - 45 mins drive.
Further details
This area has a very special micro climate. Orgiva is a lively small town and has a newly renovated indoor market with butcher, fish shops, wine, cafe, baker, fresh fruit and veg etc, restaurants bars banks, an outdoor market on Thursdays. A selection of good resaturants such as Hotel Taray set amongst Palms, el Limona and local bars. There is a baroque church and Moorish Mill currently being renovated into a boutique hotel. The beautiful mountain vilages in the upper Alpujjaras such as Bubion are 35 mins away. There are beaturiful walks of all levels with the GR7 running through the area. Lanjaron a 20 minute drive is a prettty spa town with a beautiful ruined cstle is famous for its local mineral water. A visit to the Alhambra can be easily done in a day along with the other buildings of interest in Granada. The almond blossom in February is breathtaking or olive harvesting in Dec/Jan is a delight to watch.
Booking notes
A 50% deposit is required at the time of booking, the rest being due one month before arrival date.
For booking and further information
Matthew Hilton, Corinna Dean
Tel: (UK) + 44 (0)207 501 8585
Email: Click here
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