Long term lets (over 1 month) Short-breaks (4 days or less)
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Flexible
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Car advised Nearest amenities: 2 km
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Sorry - no pets allowed Suitable for children Not suitable for elderly or infirm No smoking at this property Self-catering
Home description
A lovingly restored 500 year old cortijo (farmhouse) that has a self contained apartment for 2 - 5 people, available to rent as a holiday home. Situated on the edge of the Sierra Nevada National Park at 1700 metres, this is the perfect location for walking, cycling, horse riding or simply relaxing.
The Cortijo has a large solar heated pool for guest use along with extensive gardens, terraces and grounds. Behind the Cortijo is Mulhacen, the largest peak in Spain and Pico Veleta, its challenging neighbour.
The cortijo apartment has its own private terrace with wonderful views and access to the large grounds and gardens.
The location is simply amazing with views down the Poqueira Valley to the sea and the majestic Sierra de Lujar. On a clear day, you can see the mountains of Morocco. Within a 5 minute drive or a 25 minute walk, you can be in the white village of Capileira, with its lovely craft shops and traditional bars and restaurants
Cortijo and Pool
Views from the Cortijo Terrace
Double bedroom with queen size bed
Lounge with wood burning stove
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The Costa Tropical/Granada region
Las Alpujarras is the name given to the south side of the Sierra Nevada mountain range - It is an amazing area for so many activities whilst on holiday. Walking, mountain-biking, paragliding, music, horse-riding, canyon and rock climbing, painting, bird watching, relaxing and much more. Qualified guides or tutors can be arranged for all of these pursuits and excellent maps are available in the Cortijo’s apartment. Cortijo Cañada del Reguero sits at 1700 metres on the edge of the Sierra Nevada National Park and in the heart of the natural park above the lovely 'pueblo blanco' of Capileira.
Granada: Turismo de Granada have produced a great little booklet called ‘weekend’. It shows you many of the exciting places to visit in the region of Granada. One of the most visited placed is the Alhambra and Generalife in Granada. Being so popular, we highly recommend you book tickets in advance Granada has many other attractions including the spectacular cathedral. The Science Park and the Aqua Park are highly recommended for children.
The Coast – Costa Tropical In 60/70 minutes you can be sitting on the beach of Salobreña ordering sardines that have been cooked on the beach. Along the coast is the resort of Almuñecar and La Herradura. La Herradura probably has the best beaches and good restaurants. Just next to La Herrdaura is the nudist beach Playa de Cantarriján.
Other places worth a visit:
Lanjaron with its soothing waters and baths.
Monachil with its amazing suspension bridges across rivers and gorges - great for children and adults!
La Taha villages including Pitres, Mecina, Mecina Fondales and Ferreriola.
Trevelez – famed for its ham and being, supposedly, the highest village in Spain - actually sits at the same height as the Cortijo.
Yegen – the home of Gerald Brenan who wrote the brilliant description of life in Las Alpujarras in the 1920’s – South from Granada - some things still have not changed….
Alpujarra de la Sierra area
The Poqueira Valley villages of Pampaneira, Bubión and Capileira - these three beautiful white washed villages stand out as some of Spain’s most picturesque places to visit. Still very Spanish with a selection of fine and local cuisine, shops and excellent bases to explore Las Alpujarras. Pampaneira is probably the most touristy of the three as it is the first to come to when travelling from Granada or the coast. Bubión sits in the middle and is a little quieter and Capileira is the highest with probably the best selection of restaurants and also the ideal base for walking the high Sierras. Cortijo Cañada del Reguero sits at 1700metres just above the village of Capileira.
Walking holidays in Las Alpujarras : The Alpujarras are amongst the best walking Spain can offer. Whether it be high altitude treks, a guided walk to include reaching the peak of Mulhacén (3413 metres - the highest peak in Spain) and the high mountain lakes, or a circular walk from the Cortijo walking across mountain streams, passing traditional farms and ending up for a leisurely lunch in the village of Capileira. The GR-7 crosses through the area (a long distance footpath running from Athens to Algeciras).
Walking can be practiced all year over. The area offers a lot of marked routes and tracks starting with 1 - 2 hours for a walk, to visit three of the beautiful white villages of the Poqueira gorge, Pampaneira, Bubión and Capileira.
Most routes are well sign posted and Jeremy Rabjohns has written a great walking route book, many of which start around Cortijo Cañada del Reguero. A copy is available for guests to use in the apartment
Horse riding in the Alpujarra and Sierra Nevada Natural park: Horseback riding in the Las Alpujarras is fabulous. Dallas Love runs stables within 1km of the Cortijo above the village of Capileira. A half-day or day trek through the Poqueira Gorge or heading across the valley to the highest village in Spain – Trevelez, can be arranged. Dallas also arranges week holidays travelling the whole area on horseback and staying in local hostels and hotels.
Painting Holidays in Las Alpujarras: Come and learn new skills in painting and drawing techniques in Andalusia, Southern Spain . Not all painting holidays can offer qualified and experienced tuition with a proven professional track record. If you feel you would benefit from a more structured teaching programme tailored to your needs, you may wish to enrol for one of our courses in the foothills of the Sierra Nevadas , here in the beautiful Alpujarras. Whether you work in oils, watercolours, gouache or pastels, new skills techniques and insights can be learned quickly with effective tuition.
Mike the co-owners, is a professional guitarist and teacher and would be delighted to offer lessons whilst on your holiday. Guitar hire is available.
Mountain biking holidays and Cycling Holidays in the Sierra Nevada National Park, Andalucia: A fabulous activity for those looking for an adventure in the high mountains. Cycling around the Sierra Nevada Natural Park can be practised all year round. The tracks are hard but with a good guide they can be achieved. Cycling from the cortijo you can reach the peak of Mulhacen (3413 metres) and enjoy the descents of good mountain tracks down. The Alpujarras range from almost sea level up to the high mountains Mulhacén and Pico de Veleta and there are road, off road and high mountain touring routes available.
Because the area is considered such good quality for mountain biking, there are also some excellent guides available to show you the routes and help you navigate the single tracks! For those who enjoy cycling but are not so sure about steep single track descents, there are many good quality fire roads through the park that are lovely to cycle on.
Canyon Climbing and Rock Climbing in Las Alpujarras and the Sierra Nevada Natural Park: Climbing a canyon and rafting in this area is a sport that can be enjoyed all year round. The area offers various level of canyon climbing to take in both the beginner and the advanced climber. Rock climbing, a teamwork activity, is possible for about 9 months of the year. All the gear can be provided by the activity company Nevadensis. Their experts in rock climbing are ready to show you the local walls for all levels of climbing skills.
How to get there
RyanAir from London Stansted, East Midlands and Liverpool to Granada - www.ryanair.com Monarch from London Gatwick to Granada - www.flymonarch.com Granada is approx. 1.5 hours by car. www.crowncarhire.com and www.malagacarhire.com are good, reasonable car companies. Many flights come into Malaga - approx. 2.5 hours by car.
Nearest Travel Links
Airport:
Granada: 90 km
Railway:
Granada: 80 km
Activities near Alpujarra de la Sierra
Sports: Horse Riding
Great for: Walking holidays Rural / countryside retreats Cycling holidays
Facilities
Luxuries:
Log fire, Internet access, DVD player, Private outdoor pool (heated), Sea view
Sofabeds (1), Single beds (2), Double beds (1), Cots (1), Dining seating for 5, Lounge seating for 5, Sleeps maximum of 5
Other:
Linen and towels provided. Highchair available.
Outdoors:
Balcony / Terrace, BBQ
Access:
Parking space
Further details indoors: The cortijo apartment is very comfortable and furnished traditionally with many extras such as books, CDs and games. There is a fully equipped kitchen. The house has been restored lovingly over the years and decorated with comfort and relaxation in mind. All the bed linen is pure cotton and towels are provided including a large pool towel in the summer months.
Further details outdoors: There are 5000 sq metres of grounds to explore. The swimming pool is 10 m x 4.5 m and is solar heated. Weather permitting the pool is open from the beginning of May until the end of September. It is very private with a lovely terraced area around it to relax and sunbathe. There are sun loungers by the poolside. Adjacent to the poolside is a grassed garden area with a net for badminton for those more energetic! There are many fruit trees with cherries, walnuts, pears and apples to pick - feel free! The pool side is surrounded by lavender and rosemary. The pool is used with discretion by the owners when they are at the cortijo.
The terrace has a large table that can seat 6 people. The private terraces have fabulous views and at night the stars are wonderful . There is a BBQ and sun loungers on the terrace and by the pool.
Further details
On arrival at the cortijo you will be met and shown around. There will be a welcome pack for you on arrival to include bread, milk, butter, jam etc.
The pool is open from the beginning of May until the end of September and is for the exclusive use of guests staying at the cortijo.
There is central heating and a wood burning stove for the cooler months.
The owner of the cortijo, Mike, is a professional guitarist and is happy to rent guitars for the week -please let us know in advance or on arrival if you would like to.
Conditions
Ideally Saturday - Saturday bookings in mid and high season. Flexible in low season. A 50% deposit will secure the cortijo for your chosen week(s). The remainder should be paid 4 weeks prior to arrival.
Rental rates
Rental prices originally quoted in: British £
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Summer 2008
28 Jun 08
13 Sep 08
585£585
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Autumn 2008
13 Sep 08
31 Oct 08
510£510
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Spring
7 Mar 09
27 Jun 09
530£530
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Summer
27 Jun 09
12 Sep 09
610£610
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Autumn
12 Sep 09
7 Nov 09
530£530
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NB: Prices may be subject to change at the owner's discretion.
Prices are based on up to 4 persons. A discount of £60 is offered if there are only 2 persons sharing one bedroom. There is a supplement of £50 for a 5th person using either the sofa bed or a spare mattress, to include bedding, towels etc.
Depending on space, we are happy to offer short stay rates and long stay special rates on request.
Guestbook
'Thank you for making us so welcome in your heaven in Las Alpujarras...'
'The best holiday accommodation we have ever stayed in...'
'Indeed, this place has true 'duende' and we really did not want to leave - we cannot thank you enough for sharing your little piece of heaven with us......'
Fantastic views and weather... This is a truly beautiful location!'
The weeks highlights - Outstanding hospitality, Walks to the top of the world, The stars at night....'
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To contact this owner please visit: http://www.holidaylettings.co.uk/21171
Contact details for home 21171
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Name:
Lucy Hynes
Tel:
+44 (0)1473 622113
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Advertiser joined: 19 Feb 2007 This property added: 19 Feb 2007
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