Cottage in a Tranquil and Picturesque Rural Location
Spectacular Views
Sleeps 4 (2 Bedrooms)
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The cottage has spectacular views across the Guardiaro valley and is a stunning, peaceful and idyllic environment to relax, walk, mountain-climb, bird watch, or centrally base yourself to explore the cultural and attractions of Andalucia. The dramatic medieval town of Ronda with its amazing gorge and Spain's oldest bullring is 40 minutes away, the beaches and coastal resorts of the Costa de la Luz and Costa del Sol are just over an hour away. The historical cities of Granada, Seville, Jerez, and Cadiz can all be visited easily in a day trip. The finca has an abundance of fruit trees and grapevines. The stone patio area provides a spacious area to dine or relax, and the terraced garden leads down to a square pool with a sun terrace and stunning 360 degree views of the surrounding mountains. There is also a barbecue and paella area which guests are welcome to use when temperatures permit.
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| Rental Period | Per Night | Per Week | Per Month | Min. Stay (Nights) |
| 1 April 2012 - 30 June 2012 | €55 | - | ||
| 1 July 2012 - 31 August 2012 | €460 | 7 | ||
| 1 September 2012 - 31 March 2013 | €55 | - | ||
| 20 December 2012 - 6 January 2013 | €60 | - |
Notes on prices
A 25% non-refundable deposit is required to secure the booking and the balance can be paid in full on arrival.
Changeover day
During July and August, rentals are from Saturday to Saturday. Arrival and departure times are flexible dependent on bookings but we ask that guests arrive if possible in the afternoon and leave the casita in the morning.
Accommodation
| Bedrooms: | Bedroom 1 is a spacious room with a double bed and amazing views over the surrounding mountains and valley. Bedroom 2 is fitted with twin bunk beds. Both bedrooms are heated by electric radiators in winter and fans are provided in summer. |
| Bathrooms: | The bathroom is fitted with a shower, sink and wc. |
| Kitchen: | The kitchen area is part of the open-plan lounge/dining room/living area and is fitted with a gas hob, fridge, sink, microwave, washing machine, toaster, kettle and fitted storage cupboards. |
| Living Rooms: | The open plan lounge/dining area is equipped with a wood burner, a sofa, armchairs, coffee table, CD player and a TV and DVD player (to watch DVDs, no terrestial TV available). Dining table and chairs. |
| Cleaning/towels/ linen/maid service: |
Bedlinen is provided and will be changed weekly. Towels are provided and will be changed as necessary. Cottage will be cleaned weekly. |
| Amenities/Facilities: | hob/stove fridge microwave 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 cottage is not air-conditioned but is cool in the summer months and is heated by wood-burner, gas heater and electric radiators during the winter period. We have a child and feel the accommodation is suitable for children who are supervised. The finca is gated and fenced, but as the land is bordered by the river Guardiaro, once again children should be supervised. There is ample off-road parking available. We apologise but we cannot accommodate any animals as we have a very good-tempered elderly cocker spaniel and a few friendly cats.
Accessibility
Access to the property is from the 1.5km track from the village and is accessible by foot or car. There are two entrances to the cottage, one down a flight of stone steps and one through double gates. The parking area and entrance to the cottage are flat and so pushchairs can be used. However, the property is not suitable for wheelchair users or persons with mobility problems.
Outside
We have a chlorinated swimming pool. it is about 6ft at the deepest, and 3ft at the shallow end. It is accessed by corner steps and is heated by the sun. There are sun-loungers and deck chairs by the pool and a covered pergola for shade. The pool area, like the rest of the finca, has 360 degree breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside. All the outside areas are for use by our guests including the outside cooking/barbecue area. There are some yurts on the property too and these guests will also have the use of the swimming pool. However the casita also has it's own private patio for dining and relaxing and a private garden area with hammock. The outside of the cottage has solar lights for night-time.
Coast/Beach
We are about one hour by car from the nearest coastal resorts of Sabinillas and Estepona. Marbella, Puerto Banus with its glamorous marina and San Pedro are about 15 minutes further along. The stunning, long, virtually deserted sandy beaches of the Costa de la Luz, Cadiz province can be reached in approximately 2 hours and are a haven for wind and kite surfers or if you wish to whale-watch, trips are arranged daily from Algeciras or the Straits of Gibraltar.
Golf
There are a number of golf courses all along the Costa del Sol and Costa de la Luz, we are happy to find information about these for you at your request.
Travel
There are a number of airports in the region, the nearest is Gibraltar which is about 1 hour drive away. Malaga - 1.5 hours. Jerez and Sevilla - 2 hours. Due to our rural location, a car is essential. We are happy to provide details of car hire companies located at the airports on request. We are happy to rent out bicycles for guest use and these can be taken on the train for day trips.
Distances
The nearest village, Estacion de Cortes de la Frontera, is about 1.7km away and can be reached by walking (20 minutes) or by car (5-7 minutes). It has a few bars, a restaurant and a bakery, and small shops for necessary items. There is also a charming and picturesque railway station connecting Algeciras to Granada. The pretty white mountain town of Cortes de la Frontera is 5km away and can be reached by car.
Further details
Ronda can be reached in half an hour by train and the scenery on this mountainous journey is stunning as the train passes through a number of white villages and gorges en route. This route can also take you to Granada in 3 hours. There are many pretty white villages in the immediate area, which can be reached within half an hours drive. Gaucin, with its hilltop castle is about 20 minutes away. As we are situated between three national parks, the Sierra de Grazelema, Los Alcornocales and Sierra de las Nieves, the area is an area of outstanding natural beauty, boasting incredible views and a huge array of wildlife, butterflies, fauna and flora. There are a number of walks that can be taken right from the doorstep of the finca, either alone or with local guides. If you are interested in birdwatching, this area is a major migration route for birds migrating between Europe and Africa. Among others, we can see cormorants, grey herons, storks, buzzards, vultures, eagles and woodpeckers. Other activities in this area include mountain-climbing, cycling, horse-riding, fishing, yoga, massage and painting.
Booking notes
Please email or telephone with any enquiries you may have and we will be happy to help. We offer a welcome start-up pack for arriving guests to help you settle in.
Owner profile
About the owner
Breda, Thierry and our daughter live on the finca that the casita (cottage) is located on. We work in and from the property and are delighted to welcome guests in the casita. As well as the property, we maintain the gardens and orchard, which now produce a healthy crop of fruit and nuts and vegetables each year.
Year purchased: 2001
Why the owner chose a home in this location
We wanted to live in Southern Spain since coming here on holiday several years ago and the property offers us the possibility of having a family and holiday home in the same place. What is immediately obvious about this area is its great natural beauty as it is located between the natural parks of Grazalema, Los Alcornocales and Sierra de los Nieves. It is incredibly green all year round and the abundance of wildlife, flora and fauna make it a wonderful location to spend time and relax. The unspoiled views from the finca are absolutely stunning and the overall feeling is one of peace and tranquility. However, the property is conveniently located less than 2kms outside the local village and only a day trip away from Andalucia's major historical cities and the beaches.
Unique benefits of the property
What we aim to offer our guests is a friendly, laid back environment for them to either just relax or as a base for walks or excursions. Whilst we are present on the finca, we strive to afford our guests a high level of privacy with their own personal outside space with paved patio, garden and hammock. The use of the swimming pool is shared with the other guests. We are always happy to chat, give advice or help or have a drink and tapas. We especially welcome families with children of all ages, as we have a child ourselves and believe the finca is a great place for kids to have fun in a safe, natural outdoor space. We have a selection of toys, books, games and DVDs for kids to make use of if they ever get fed up with the swimming pool!
For booking and further information
Property Ref S8648
Breda Keegan
Mob: (Spain) + 34 646 691 050
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