Lagar El Buho
£850–£1250 / week
About the home
This impressive Andalucian farmhouse , located in an elevated position, amongst olive and almond groves, has the most stunning views. Overlooking the valley, across white-washed vilages, the scenery stretches across to the Tejeda mountain range. The farmhouse has been a family home for many years and in the process has been lovingly restored yet has retained many of its original features.
The rooms all have traditional beamed ceilings, many with terracotta floor tiles, open fire place/wood burning stoves, decorative wrought iron and beautiful original wooden doors. "Modern " and "comfort" have been carefully introduced. The outside of the property has extensive patios/seating areas around the pool, gardens abundant with trees and flowers, BBQ and covered eating areas for dining al-fresco. Colmenar has good bars and restaurants, local market, banks, 24 hour medical centre, small supermarkets, bakeries etc. Historic Granada and Malaga, cosmopolitan Marbella and Nerja, beaches, shopping centres, zoo s ,golf, water parks, horse riding are all an easy drive.
However if it is just relaxing by the pool in the sunshine and enjoying the beautiful views, then this is the place!
| Size: | Sleeps up to 8, 4 bedrooms |
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| Nearest beach: | Torre del Mar/Torremolinos, 35km |
| Will consider: | Corporate lets Long lets |
| Access: | Car essential Nearest amenities: 5km |
| Family friendly? | Suitable for children of all ages Unsuitable for people with restricted mobility |
| Notes: | May take pets - please enquire Smokers welcome Self-catering |
Facilities
| Luxuries: | Log fire, Internet access, DVD player |
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| Pool: | Private outdoor pool (unheated) |
| General: | Air conditioning, CD player, Table tennis, Satellite TV, Wi-fi available |
| Standard: | Kettle, Toaster, Iron, Hair dryer |
| Utilities: | Clothes dryer, Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Washing machine |
| Rooms: | 4 Bedrooms, 3 bathrooms of which 1 family bathroom, 1 en suite and 1 shower room |
| Furniture: | Single beds (4), Double beds (2), Cots (1), Dining seating for 8, Lounge seating for 6 |
| Other: | Linen and towels provided Highchair available |
| Outdoors: | Private outdoor pool (unheated), Balcony / Terrace, Private garden, BBQ, Bicycles available, Swing set, Trampoline |
| Access: | Parking space |
Further details indoors:
The main hub of the house is the large farmhouse kitchen with access out to the front and back of the property. This kitchen has a large farmhouse table, 5 ring cooker and oven, microwave,kettle, toaster, coffee machine,American fridge/ freezer with icemaker . A separate utility with washing machine is located outside.
There is a cool reading lounge which leads onto a covered arched patio with air con and fabulous views. Also a separate dining room with traditional antique dining table and chairs . The spacious lounge has comfy sofas, a 4 metre stretch of french doors taking in the spectacular views day or night ,an open fire and 42 inch flat screen sat TV/DVD.
The lounge also has fans a selection of books, game and Cd's.
There is one twin bedroom located downstairs close to a full bathroom with bath and shower. The stairs and galleried landing lead to a large master bedroom with spectacular views, small balcony, full en-suite bathroom , king size bed and air con/heating. The second bedroom has twin beds and a small balcony over looking the grounds and olive groves, also air/con/heating. The third bedroom has a double bed , double aspect windows and air con/heating. Both twin bedrooms share a shower room with toilet and WC. The fourth bedroom is located on the ground floor, has twin beds , fans and a bathroom close by.
Further details outdoors:
The gardens are planted with mediterranean flowers, shrubs and palm trees enhancing the extensive outside space this lovely farmhouse offers.
From the pool and patios there are spectacular views across the beautiful countryside. At night the villages can be see twinkling in the distance. There are plenty of sunbeds and shaded areas, umbrellas and places to sit and relax. An covered shaded dining area and an outside dinng area. The small courtyard offers cool shade , a reprise from the midday sun.
The house also has another lovely arched patio again with our fantastic views and a small herb garden . This is located from the sunlounge or kitchen and is ideal again for relaxing and there is ample seating.
Children can play on the play area with a tree house, swings, trampoline and there is a new table tennis table located on the spacious main patio by the pool.
The property is located down our private track directly off a good tarmac road. There is ample parking on arrival to the property at the rear of the house.
We have another independant rental property located below the farmhouse which shares only the drive and carpark . It has its own seperate entrance which leads down to the villa and has its own private pool and gardens. Ths can be rented out in addition to the farmhouse for larger parties of up to 14 persons in total.
The famhouse is situated on an estate of 8 acres of private land with almond trees , olive trees and paths leading down to a small orange and lemon grove, ideal for short walks or adventurous children..
Further details
Weekly rentals are based on a maximum of 8 persons plus cot and must be those confirmed on the original booking.
Cleaned to a high standard, we maintain the pool and gardens ourselves on a regular basis, but discretion is always paramount. Fresh linen and towels are provided on a weekly basis. Sorry no beach towels.
We request a security/breakages deposit on arrival of £150/150 euros which is returned in full at the end of the stay providing there are no breakages etc.
Arrival/departure day is Saturday from mid June to mid September, however we can be flexible out of main season so please ask if alternative days required
We can provide starter packs eg. milk, eggs, cheese, bread, beer etc . Also a childrens pack of high chair, cot , toys can be provided, please request on booking.
The property has an information pack and we are always available for any help or advice..
Discounts are available for bookings of more than 2 weeks, or for 2/3 perons only
Conditions
If you would like to book the property, we ask for a 30% deposit to reserve the property, with the full balance paid any time up to 6 weeks prior to your arrival. A receipt is sent for all payments, which can be made in pounds sterling or the equivalent euros, please ask. Paymetn can be md by bank transfer or by Paypal
The property is rented out only to those persons on the original booking form and clients should ensure that they have their own adequate holiday insurance.
The property is located in the countryside and a car is essentail, the village is 4 kms..
FULL BOARD can now be arranged on request. Trips, cookery/art/yoga, beauty treatments, walking/birdwatching etc can be arranged to complement your stay . Please ask for further details.
Bike hire available, please book in advance.
The Andalucia / Malaga Province region


This region is well known for it long hot summers but is ideal for winter breaks due to the mild and ofen suny winters.
The area has a wealth of places to visit, historic cities, beaches, golf courses etc. The famous cities of Granada, Cordoba and Ronda are an easy day trip as are Antequera, Nerja, and its caves and cosmopolitan Marbella.
To the west of Malaga there are beach resorts of Torremolinos, Benalmadena with its huge award winning marina, fishings trips and Fuengirola.
To the East are the Spanish resorts of Torre del Mar with long promenades for walks and local fish restaurants, Torrox and Nerja with its famous"Balcon de Europa", caves and good shops and restaurants. Burriana beach for water sports and the famous paella.
The coast has very good shopping centres, zoos, water parks, local markets, horse and flamenco shows, an abundanceof golf courses, amusement parks etc. The main city of Malaga has a very beautiful cathederal and an old quarter with tapas bars and local music, an old castle with views over the port and a paseo with city gardens and walks along with horse drawn carriages. The shopping is also very good.
The airport is only a 30 minute drive from the property, as is the main bus/train station.
The Colmenar area
The local village of Colmenar is known as the capital of the Axarquia region of Andalucia. It derives its name from the beehive or "colmena" and its organic honey can be bought today. The village also has a honey museum showing the process of collecting and producing the local honey.
The village lies in an elevated position with a church at the very top of the vllage. The views from here of the surrounding area are superb. Colmenar has a very good selection of tapas bars, restaurants, bakers, butchers, small supermarkets, chemist, 24 hour medical centre , banks and a weekly fresh fruit and veg market.
It is also well connected by good roads to the motorway junction only kms away making it an ideal base for touring and for easy day trips sightseeing.
The village has 2 main festivals, one in February and one in August although all the surrounding villages also have their own festivals. The Spanish always have something to celebrate!
Colmenar is close to the villages of Rio Gordo, Alfernate and the beautiful hilltop village of Comares.
There is a small local park, huge municipal swimming pool and a great area for country walks.
A small riding stable is located a few miles away and the area is also idea for birdwatching and bike riding.
The Montes de Malaga national park has lovely cool walks in the pine forests and the Torcal National Park with its fabulous rock formations is good for walks and picnics.
The area really has something for everybody, but it is also ideal for relaxing and taking the slow pace of life in the Andalucian countryside in the beautiful sunshine!
How to get there
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| Airport: | Malaga: 30 km |
| Railway: | Malaga: 30 km |
| Ferry: | Malaga: 30 km |
Fly to Malaga airport from all main airports in UK ( 40 mins to property)
Fly to Granada airport with Ryanair from selected UK airports ( Budget prices/1 hour to property)
Car hire available from airport eg. Crown Car hire, Malaga airport
Buses 4/5 times a day from Malaga to village of Colmenar
Taxis available in village approx 8/10 euros village to property.
Activities near Colmenar
Horse Riding
Golf within 30 mins drive
Fishing
Walking holidays
Rural / countryside retreats
A winter sun break
Cycling holidays

Guestbook for Lagar El Buho
We had an amazing and relaxing time, enjoyed our day trips out and the local coffee and tapas bars are superb.
Jimmy and Susy, Sydney, Australia.
We didnt want to go back but are thoroughly rested, tanned and happy. What a great place, tons better than we expected.
John, Sophia, and family.
Coventry.
The children enjoyed the pool, trampoline, fabulous gardens and space, we enjoyed the local wine, sunshine and the local villages. Enjoyed by all, many thanks .
Rory, Sandra, Jack, Luke and Stacey.
Louth, Lincs
Rental prices
| Rental prices originally quoted in: British £ | Convert to: |
| Prices for group size 8 | ||||||
| Period | From![]() | To![]() | Weekly![]() | Nightly rate | Minimum stay | |
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| June | 23 Jun 12 | 1 Jul 12 | £ 950 | - | - | 1 Week |
| July/August | 1 Jul 12 | 1 Sep 12 | £ 1250 | - | - | 1 Week |
| September | 1 Sep 12 | 1 Oct 12 | £ 1100 | - | - | 1 Week |
| October | 1 Oct 12 | 1 Nov 12 | £ 850 | - | - | 1 Week |
The property's weekend rates apply to: Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights
NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.
The price is for a weeks rental and can be paid in pounds sterling or the equivalent euros. If you wish to book the property a 30% deposit is required to confirm your booking. A receipt is sent or all payments along with directions and booking form. The balance can be paid any time up to 6 weeks prior to your arrival. Payment can be made by bank transfer or the secure payment method of Paypal.
A security deposit of £/€150 is required on arrival and returned in full at the end of your stay as long as there are no breakages or damage.
Discounts are given for booking of over 2 weeks or for smaller parties of 2/3 persons.
Beat the credit crunch!
Special offer 23rd to 30th June now only £795
30th June to 7th July £995.
FULL BOARD now available on request.
Trips, cookery/art/yoga,walking/birdwatching beauty therapy etc can all be arranged to enhance your holiday in this beautiful property. Please ask for further details.

Availability
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