6 bedroom house in Ferreirola, Nr. Pitres, Las Alpujarras, Spain
Stylish and Comfortable Country House
Peaceful Mountain Retreat
Sleeps 9/10 (6 Bedrooms)
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If you are looking for comfort, beauty, peace and privacy, all at reasonable prices, come to Casa Ana. This 400 year old house was once a family home, with an olive store, wine press and stables and has recently undergone extensive restoration. It was simply too beautiful to divide into holiday apartments and so offers you the luxury of sole use of accommodation and garden. Casa Ana is in Ferreirola (pop. 18!) with the advantages of mains electricity and water and easy access. Yet it looks out across the magnificent Trevelez river valley and is cradled by mountains. The only sounds are running water, goat bells and on summer nights, the song of nightingales. Outside are 4 south-facing garden terraces, descending down the mountain, and to the west, a secluded walled garden and roof terrace, all with stunning views. Getting to Casa Ana is straightforward. There is no need to drive down any dirt roads. Granada airport is under 90 minutes’ drive, and Malaga, under 2.5 hours.
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| Rental periods | 1/2 guests (per night / per week) | 3/4 guests (per night / per week) |
| 1 Oct - 31 Dec 08 excluding Xmas etc | 60 euros / 360 euros | 100 euros / 560 euros |
| 1 Jun – 30 Sep 08, Xmas, New Year, Easter, Fiestas | 70 euros / 450 euros | 110 euros / 650 euros |
Notes on prices
Accommodation for 1/2 guests includes 1 bedroom (double or twin) with a private bathroom.
Accommodation for 3/4 guests includes 2 bedrooms (1 double plus 1 twin or double) each with private bathroom.
For 5 or more guests: add 20 euros per night / 100 euros per week for a single room; 40 euros per night / 200 euros per week for a double or twin room.
Minimum number of nights: 3.
Changeover day
This is normally flexible to suit your requirements. Arrival any time after 2 pm, departure by 10 am.
Accommodation
| Bedrooms: | 6 bedrooms: 1 double, 1 double + single, 2 twin-bedded, 2 singles. All bedrooms furnished with new beds and linen, built-in cupboards, shelves, reading lights, windows/French doors with views of garden or terrace. En suite: 1 double, 1 twin. |
| Bathrooms: | 4 comfortable new bathrooms, all with rain showers, toilets, hand basins and large mirrors. Plus 1 separate WC with basin and mirror near living area. Heated tile floors. Beautifully decorated with hand made ceramic tiles inspired by Moorish designs. |
| Kitchen: | New, open-plan architect-designed fitted kitchen with 6-ring Smeg gas hob and large Smeg electric oven, Bosch fridge/freezer and dishwasher, large double sink and drainer, hand crafted ash cupboards and generous ceramic tiled work surfaces/serving area. |
| Utility Room: | Off the kitchen, with plenty of shelves for storage, a spare fridge, first aid kit and fire extinguisher |
| Living Rooms: | Spacious dining/sitting room with (next to kitchen): dining table, dining chairs, dresser. Leading to living area with easy chairs, rugs, cosy wood burning stove. French doors lead to private dining terrace with magnificent views of the mountains. |
| Cleaning/towels/ linen/maid service: |
Linen and towels included. Sheets changed weekly, towels twice weekly. The property is cleaned on changeover days and/or weekly. |
Notes on accommodation
In summer, the 2-foot thick stone and rammed earth walls ensure that the house is cool inside, and in winter, underfloor central heating and a wood burning stove provide warmth and comfort. Outside, there are shady areas, sunny areas and sheltered areas, suitable for outdoor living all year round.
Keep in touch with the outside world via broadband (wi-fi is free of charge – bring your own laptop) or mobile phone (Vodaphone signal).
Explore the area with the guide books, walking books and maps which are provided for guests' use.
Prices include gas, electricity, heating and in winter, a free supply of firewood. Linens and towels are provided as well as a complementary basket of provisions when you arrive.
- hob/stove,
- oven,
- fridge/freezer,
- fridge,
- dishwasher,
- internet access,
- central heating
Accessibility
The door from the street, the main entrance into the house, and the French doors leading to the dining terrace are all wide enough to admit wheelchairs. One large bedroom (with a double and a single bed and en suite bathroom) is suitable for wheelchair users. However, this is a mountainous area, and there are some steps down to the house, so we’d suggest that you contact us discuss your requirements before booking.
Outside
The French doors from the living area give onto a cascade of South-facing terraces with flower beds and seating areas furnished with tables and chairs, ideal for private dining, relaxing in the shade, or soaking up the sun. To the west is a secluded walled garden with pear, loquat and orange trees, a lawn and flower beds. It leads onto a south-facing roof terrace, ideal for sunbathing or stargazing, or simply watching the sun rise over the mountains.
Casa Ana is an ideal spot for walkers, whether you're interested in a 30 minute stroll or a 12-hour hike. Walks begin outside the front door and lead high into the mountains, or gently meander through woods and olive groves It is also superb for butterflies: one group recently identified 70 species in a week.
Coast/Beach
The nearest beach is at Salobrena, about 80 minutes drive away. This is a long, sandy beach, not too built up, with good restaurants at hand. The town is also worth visiting, with its medieval castle and museum. A little further are the towns of Almunecar and Nerja, both with good beaches and restaurants.
Skiing
The Sierra Nevada ski resort can be reached from Casa Ana as a day trip. It is about 2 hours drive away.
Special interest holidays
At Casa Ana in 2008 there are walking holidays, a creative writing workshop, a painting holiday, a Feldenkrais method workshop and a Mediterranean cookery course, and there is also an ongoing programme of bodywork, particularly somatic education. Many of these events will be repeated in 2009. Please see the Events page of our website for further details (see link below).
If you would like to run your own course or workshop we would love to hear from you. Please contact the owner, Anne (contact details below).
Travel
Airports: the nearest airport is Granada, under 90 minutes' drive. Malaga is 2.5 hours drive away. Ryanair flies to Granada, and many airlines serve Malaga including Easyjet, Monarch, Flybe, to name but a few.
Trains: good national and international network. Nearest station, Granada
Buses and taxis are available but we highly recommend car hire as the best way of seeing the area. Available from both airports. Contact us for more information.
Car hire: recommended form of transport.
Distances
Nearest bars and restaurants: 10 minutes walk, in Mecina. Pitres, a 10 minute drive, has a bank, supermarket, bakery, pharmacy, swimming pool and bus stop.
Excursions: a 15 minute drive takes you to the famous white villages of the Poqueira valley, ideal for sightseeing, shopping etc.
Alhambra, Granada: 90 minutes drive. A must if you haven't seen it. Plus Arabic baths, the cathedral, the Albaycin (old Arab quarter). A wonderful city.
Nearest beach: 80 minutes drive (see "Coast" above).
Booking notes
Minimum booking period: 3 days. A 25% non-refundable deposit is payable at time of booking (euros or sterling accepted). The balance is payable in euros on arrival. Contact Anne, the owner, for more information (I speak English, Spanish and a little French).
Guest comments
“Staying in Casa Ana was a delight”
Patricia, London, August 2006
"The 400 year old village house has been sensitively and beautifully restored - the furnishings are simple but very comfortable and pleasing on the eye. And the bathrooms are excellent... I definitely intend to return as soon as I can"
“It was worth coming from California to stay at Casa Ana. The accommodations are beautiful, private and comfortable and the surrounding countryside is spectacular”
Dorothy, Big Sur, November 2006
"I had a wonderful week, returning home energised and relaxed"
Marian, Manchester, November 2006
For booking and further information
Anne Hunt
Tel: (Spain) + 34 958 766 270
Mobile: (Spain) + 34 678 298 497
Email: Click here
Owners Website: Click here
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