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Garden apartment in the heart of the countryside, close to local villages.

Garden apartment in the heart of the countryside, close to local villages.

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Open plan living room
Fabulous mountain views from the terrace
Dining area
Open plan living space
Under floor central heating with an additional wood burning stove if necessary.

Overview of Garden apartment in the heart of the countryside, close to local villages.

Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 235 sq m

Popular amenities

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  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

Check out the area

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Pórtugos, AL
  • Popular LocationAsociacion Jardin de la Alpujarra1 min walk
  • Popular LocationShrine of Our Lady of Sorrows17 min walk
  • Popular LocationPoqueira Gorge24 min drive
  • AirportGranada (GRX-Federico Garcia Lorca)111 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Garden apartment in the heart of the countryside, close to local villages.

Cortijo Opazo - Apartment Opazo Jardín offers all you could wish for as a holiday destination in terms of peace, tranquillity and high standard of accommodation. The property is situated in the countryside of the high Alpujarras, close to the villages of Pitres, Portugos and Atalbeitar. Set in three acres of land with an exceptional garden it provides the perfect stress free location for relaxing and unwinding. To the front of Cortijo Opazo the land drops away towards the valley of the Rio Trevelez, then rises steeply to the summits of La Corona and El Lujar; whilst behind us the terrain ascends beyond the local villages to the mountain peaks of the Sierra Nevada. The surrounding ancient terraces are populated by goats or planted with olives, almonds and vegetables. Cortijo Opazo has an delightful garden, full of exotic plants, trees and shrubs seldom found in this area, providing you a freedom of space to enjoy as you please. Walking guides, maps and touring information are supplied to ensure you get the most out of your stay.

From the west facing terrace of Cortijo Opazo the entrance to Opazo Jardin leads in to an open plan living accommodation. This is a bright area with a two seater leather sofa, a large dinning table, dining chairs, a bookcase and a log burning stove. There is a small television that receives Spanish channels only but has a CD/DVD player. Games and DVDs also available.

The kitchen is fully equipped for self catering, with a good range of crockery and utensils, a full sized oven, a four ring glass ceramic hob, microwave, toaster and kettle. The kitchen is clean a modern, tiled with traditional design ceramics.

The bathroom is equipped with a sink, WC, walk in 'wet room' style walk in shower with an Oxygene power shower head. Shelves, hooks, towel rails, mirror and a wall cupboard are fitted.

The bedroom has a large double bed (200cm x 150 cm), two bedside tables with reading lights, a wardrobe and additional hanging space. It has a window that faces east and catches the morning sun.

Throughout the accommodation the floors have been finished in warm terracota ceramic tiles. There is an underfloor heating system in all areas, the use of which is included in the rental. During most of the year the days are warm enough for t-shirts and light clothing but since the area is mountainous the evenings and early mornings in the cooler months can be chilly and we have found the heating system invaluable. The log burning stove is provided as aa additional cosy luxury, logs can be obtained locally.

Opazo Jardin is situated to the garden side of Cortijo Opazo and has a lovely vine covered patio with expansive views out over the valley of the Rio Trevelez and across the summit of La Corona to the mountains of the Contraviesa. The apartment also benefits from a private courtyard patio that enjoys afternoon sunshine. Outdoor tables, chairs and sun-loungers allow guests to take full advantage of this splendid location. The private patio area leads on to the delightful communal garden where there is plenty of space for you to find your own secluded corner.

We can supply a cot and a high chairs if reserved in advance. All towels and bedding provided, changed weekly.

Wifi available in the apartment, free of charge.

Although well equipped for self catering we can provide you with home cooked meals if required (24 hours notice needed). Produce from the vegetable garden and our own chickens is usually available.

Opazo Jardin is ideal for a couple.

Property manager

Robert King

Languages

English, Spanish
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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Outdoor space
Fireplace

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Portugos

Located in Portugos, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Sierra Nevada Ski Resort and Sierra Nevada Chairlift are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Poqueira Gorge and Mulhacen. Explore all the area has to offer with ecotours, hiking/biking trails and horse riding.
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Pórtugos, AL

What's nearby

  • Asociacion Jardin de la Alpujarra - 1 min walk
  • Shrine of Our Lady of Sorrows - 17 min walk
  • Poqueira Gorge - 24 min drive
  • O Sel Ling - 33 min drive
  • Sierra Nevada Ski Resort - 94 min drive

Getting around

  • Granada (GRX-Federico Garcia Lorca) - 111 min drive

Restaurants

  • Ruta del Mulhacen - 11 min drive
  • Belezmin - 11 min drive
  • Meson Haraicel - 16 min drive
  • El Corral del Castaño - 14 min drive
  • La Cantina del Dragón - 21 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Garden apartment in the heart of the countryside, close to local villages. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Garden apartment in the heart of the countryside, close to local villages.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Garden apartment in the heart of the countryside, close to local villages.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Garden apartment in the heart of the countryside, close to local villages. located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is 8 mi (12.9 km) from Poqueira Gorge and 9.4 mi (15.1 km) from O Sel Ling. Castle Lanjaron and Alpujarras Gate are also within 25 miles (40 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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Reviews

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Fiona H.

Welcoming tranquil environment with stunning views.
Excellent hosts with all the answers to every enquiry. Accommodation was wonderful, very well equipped and spotlessly clean. It met all expectations. Unfortunately we only got to savour their home cooking on our last night. It was exceptionally good. The location was perfect, although we might try their beach resort next time as this area is also lovely.
Stayed 13 nights in Mar 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Safe Haven
This is our thrid visit and we were not disappointed. A warm welcome, some of the best cooking in the Alpujarras thanks to Rob and William's wonderful meals which are just too delicious. The standard of accomodation and cleanliness is just as good as when we first came and the garden, even in winter, gets better every time we come. The extra hours of daylight in southern Spain compared the UK make it a perfect winter break and if you are in to walking so much the better.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Cortijo Opazo
We usually rent a house somewhere quiet to go walking in southern France. Decided to do something different and found Cortijo Opazo on the web.We spent the last two weeks of August in El Lujar and it was wonderful in every way. The Alpujarra area is really beautiful and the walks are stunning. Most days we did a walk - anything from 2 to 6 hours - with the help of easy route maps provided by our hosts. The walks are varied, peaceful, each with its own charm. Our apartment was small, pristine and really comfortable - perfect for couples. Outside, our own private courtyard and garden terrace with lovely views. On five or six occasions we had dinner - interesting. colourful and delicious- prepared and served by our hosts. Speaking of our hosts, they have found a lovely balance of being helpful, charming and discreet. So if you like ancient villages, rural history, high hills, streams and gorges, mountain paths, flora and fauna, peace and quiet, food and drink, relaxation and a bit of adventure - this is the place.........it really was that good.

About the host

Hosted by Robert King

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Robert and William live at Cortijo Opazo all year round and spend most of their days either working in the garden, on the vegetable plot or preparing the accommodation for guests. When not doing one of these activities they might be found walking in the valleys and mountains that surround the house with their two dogs, Rosie, Oska and Ella.

Why they chose this property

The Alpujarras is a very special area that captivates visitors with its charm. When you visit you will quickly understand why we chose to live here. It has a strong and particular cultural identity, the people who live here are proud of their heritage, a heritage that is still strongly in evidence and in daily use. Whilst quite cosmopolitan in terms of the number of different nationalities that live here the Alpujarras is very firmly Spanish and it would be impossible to imagine this ever changing. Tourism is very welcome but it is not an area of dead holiday homes, it is a place where people live, work and enjoy life.

There is everything you need here: food, water, humanity and the beauty of the Sierra Nevada. The decision to live here was a quick and easy one.

What makes this property unique

What we enjoy about living at Cortijo Opazo, besides the dramatic views, is the fact that we are situated in the countryside half way between the villages of Pitres and Portugos, being 1.5km from each. As such, we can easily 'pop out' to the shops and enjoy a drink at one of the bars without having to use the car.

Languages:

English, Spanish
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