Capilerilla, a Hamlet in the High Alpujarras
500 year old Village House with Vine & Flower-filled Terrace
Sleeps 4 (2 Bedrooms)
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This exquisitely renovated and re-vitalized village house lies in the heart of the highest (alt 1.300m) of the seven Moorish white-washed villages that make up La Taha. A delightfully peaceful setting within the Sierra Nevada Natural Park overlooking the Contraviesa mountain range and down the Trevelez valley towards the Mediterranean. The house itself is renovated to a high standard in traditional style for maximum comfort, spacious and well-equipped, tastefully decorated with an harmonious mix of antique and local furniture, hand-made floor tiles and chestnut-beamed ceilings. With its large salon and charming terrace it is a delightful home to return to after a day out or to simply sit and while away the time relaxing on the terrace listening to the countryside and the shepherd bringing home his flock.
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| Rental Period | Per Night | Per Week | Per Month | Min. Stay (Nights) |
| 1 January 2012 - 1 January 2013 | £240 | 4 |
Notes on prices
One bedroom for 1 or 2 people: 240 GBP
Two bedrooms for 2,3 or 4 people: 270 GBP
If only one bedroom is required and paid for during your stay the second bedroom will be closed.
Changeover day
Generally Saturday. Departure by 10.30am. Arrival from 5pm. onwards.
Accommodation
| Bedrooms: | Bedroom 1: A delightful double-bedded bedroom with antique furniture. Bedroom 2: Double bedroom leading directly into the salon. Duvets and extra blankets. |
| Bathrooms: | Well-equipped bathroom with full-size bath and hand-made spanish wall tiles. Bath/shower, washbasin and wc. Plentiful hot water from gas boiler. Wall-mounted fan heater & hair dryer. |
| Kitchen: | Semi open-plan to salon with breakfast table/bar & stools. A beautifully tiled, wooden-work-surfaced room which defies corners, as was so typical of the Moorish houses. Light, practical & well equipped. |
| Utility Room: | A wooden-shelved, large walk-in pantry with washing machine & fridge. |
| Living Rooms: | This large and light-filled room comfortably provides a cosy yet spacious sitting area with settees and rocking chair around a highly efficient glass-fronted wood burning stove; a dining area and antique book-filled bookshelves. |
| Other: | The above living area all looks out onto the sunlit terrace & beyond. Wide selection of reading material. Radio/cassette. Some toys, board games, puzzles & childrens books are also provided. |
| Cleaning/towels/ linen/maid service: |
All linen & towels are provided, except beach towels. |
| Amenities/Facilities: | hob/stove oven fridge washing machine iron/ironing board cot |
| Suitability: | pets accepted |
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Notes on accommodation
All accomodation is on one level. A reasonably baby / toddler-safe house. Plentiful hot water supplied by gas boiler. An economical, efficient & user-friendly glass-fronted wood burning stove. In the winter months wood is supplied for the first evening free of charge, after which it can be bought locally. Also mobile catalytic gas heater. Gas bottles supplied.
Outside
A south-facing vine and flower-filled terrace looking out to the mountain range of the Contraviesa & along the valley towards the Mediterranean sea. A pleasant setting to breakfast/dine `alfresco´ or just relax in the sunshine.
Coast/Beach
1 hours drive to Salobreña. Spanish tourist resort & sandy beaches with good fish restauants. A little further along you will find La Herradura, Nerja & Almuñecar, just some of the delightful seaside towns & beaches to enjoy along this stretch of coast.
Travel
Malaga airport is 2.5 hours drive. Car hire recommended to make the most of this stunning area.
Distances
Pitres (1km) is 2 mins drive away or 5 mins walk downhill where all amenities are available. Public swimming pool surrounded by shady lawns for picnicing at 5 mins drive. Granada, the Alhambra Palace and Albaicin approximately 75 mins. The coast is at 1hr. drive (to Salobreña). Trevelez, highest village in mainland Spain, 15 mins. Poqueira valley and its pretty white-washed villages and craft shops 10 minutes drive or 1-2 hours very pleasant walk along GR7.
Further details
At 2 mins drive Pitres offers a good sized supermarket, bank & cash machine, 24-hour medical services, bars & restaurants, local bakery and a friday market. At less than 5 mins. drive is a public swimming pool surrounded by lawns & picnic area with adjacent bar/restaurant. In the height of summer there are various outdoor concerts to enjoy and many a local village fiesta.
Please do NOT confuse Capilerilla (generally, a quiet hamlet) with Capileira (a busy tourist village) which is at 10km distance and on the well-trodden tourist coach path in the Poqueira valley. However, these pretty villages with their craft shops and bars are at an easy distance (10 minutes drive or 1-2 hours very pleasant walk away) to enjoy whenever you please.
Horse-trekking & day-rides, paragliding & professionally guided mountain walks/climbs are just some of the activities on offer in the area.
An ideally situated village for walkers & nature lovers as in every direction leading out of the village there are various paths, including the royal GR7.
Booking notes
50% deposit payable at time of booking, either into a UK or Spanish bank account. The balance is payable in euros on arrival.
Guest comments
"Our fifth visit to Jane's house and Capilerilla. Should indicate that we have a great time here". Äsa and Hans Petter, Norway
"Lovely old house. An inspiration for an artist and an architect! and cook!" Patricia & Alexander, Aberdeenshire
"We feel so fortunate to have discovered this lovely house (wonderfully equipped! Thanks, Jane!) and in such a beautiful area..." Sally and Allan, Worcestershire
"This funky house is delightfully eclectic, peaceful, cosy and spacious....beautiful views and tranquillity supreme! It's a retreat and a treat to the soul." Michelle, Canada
For booking and further information
Property Ref S945
Jane Garbutt
Mobile: (Spain) + 34 689 633 529
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