Cortijo la Mata, owned and run by Johnny & Angie Thirkell and managed by Laura, is a traditional Andalusian farmhouse constructed in the year 1911 converted into a holiday villa with breathtaking views of the Sierra Nevada mountains, gated swimming pool, Wifi. .
For those who are looking for a complete escape to the Andalusian countryside you want to take advantage of that the city of Granada has to offer plus take in the ski slopes of Spain's highest mountain range the location is perfect. Located in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada mountain range, the villa is located just outside the old village of Monachil in an area of ​​outstanding natural beauty surrounded by olive, almond and cherry trees.

Total land area of ​​1,500m2 which includes the villa (275m2 distributed over three floors), beautiful mature gardens of over 100m2, several patios and terraces totalling around 300m2, parking area of ​​100m2 (for 4 cars) and private mountainside of 800m2 The large pool is fully enclosed and there are 6 loungers to relax on while the kids splash in their own.

Ideal for a large family (with grandparents) or two families taking a holiday together in 6 bedrooms. Set among mature gardens with beautiful shrubs and trees the barbecue area with fabulous views of the countryside is big enough for family celebrations & gatherings. There are quiet corners for relaxation, so everyone can relax and enjoy their well earned family holiday.

The villa is ideally located within a couple of minutes walk from the local shops, restaurants, cafes, bars, banks, to post office, pharmacy, DIY shop, tobacco shop, bike rental and bus stop. Cortijo la Mata is registered with the Andalusian Tourist Board VTAR / GR / 00194.

Location:

- 20 minutes (8km) to Alhambra Palace

- 25 minutes to the city of Granada

- 20 minutes walking to Granada`s top climbing area-Los Cahorros

- 30 minutes to Sierra Nevada ski resort (there is a separate road from the village to the resort)

- 30 minutes to Granada's Federico Garcia Lorca airport.

- 45 minutes to beach resorts such as Salobreña and Almuñecar

Facilities:

- 6 Bedrooms including suite on top floor plus sofa bed and baby cots

- 3 Living areas each one with Spanish TV (each living area has a chimney, open fire or woodstove)

- 3 independent kitchens

- 2 dining rooms and 2 bathrooms

- 3 Large patios furnished with rattan furniture, dining tables and chairs for 12 guests

- Barbecues (one brick built and one metalic)

- 8 pool side sun loungers

- Private parking lot for 4 cars

- Around 800m2 of private mountainside in which to roam

- Air conditioning in top floor bedroom

Child friendly:

- Security gated pool, ideal for families with young children

- 2 travel cots and 1 wooden cot

- 2 standard high chairs

- Microwave

- Plastic plates and cups

- Children toys and books

- 1 bike, 1 baby walker and 1 large playpen

BOOKING NOTES:

- Check-in time is 16:00 and check-out 10:00.

- Swimming pool open according to season (open mid May thru end of September inclusive - weather permitting). Dimensions 7m length x 3. 5m width and 1. 2m (shallow end) to 2. 0m (deep end) depth.

- Maximum capacity is 14 guests.

- A fully returnable breakage deposit of 300 € is payable together with the balance. This is returned to the apartment and it is found to be clean and in order on departure day.

- No pets allowed.

- All bedlinen and towels are supplied and included in the price at no additional cost. For longer stays bedlinen and towels are changed on request. Please note that towels for the pool are NOT supplied.

- Cleaning materials and associated equipment are provided in the villa for your use during your stay.

- Change over day during summer months is Saturday. We can be flexible at other times so please ask.

- Late availability discounts - unlet dates within 7 days are discounted by 15%

- Long stay discount - 5% discount will be applied to full weeks after the first week