Sorry - no pets allowed Suitable for children No smoking at this property Self-catering
Home description
Cueva del Pino is a beautiful cave house available as a holiday let all year round. The property has 3 bedrooms - 1 en-suite, living room, dining room, kitchen and family bathroom. It sleeps 6 - 8 comfortably. Inside, the cave has been reformed and decorated to a high standard and offers a unique living experience! Outside is a private 8 x 4 swimming pool, patio area and garden.
The cave is 15 minutes from the pretty and traditional town of Castril with its whitewashed houses and narrow cobbled streets. The surrounding countryside is breathtaking, surrounded by national parks. Various outdoor activities are available, mountain biking, walking, kayaking and for those who like less strenuous activities the stunning scenery is ideal for painting, photography and bird watching. Come and enjoy these beautiful surroundings in a relaxed and tranquil location!
Front aspect
Pool and view
Living room
Master bedroom with en-suite
To see more photos please visit http://www.holidaylettings.co.uk/43701
The Costa Tropical/Granada region
Cueva del Pino is situated in the Altiplano de Granada which is in the north east of Granada, Andalucia. Surrounded by a circle of mountain ranges, Sierras de Castril, Cazorla, Baza and Sagra, with a diverse landscape, in part a barren, moon like desert and down in the valleys lush and green. It is in this beautiful area that Cueva del Pino is located.
Granada / Castril area
The closest village to the cave is Fatima this is within walking distance and there are a number of bars and restaurants to sample the local cuisine. There are two small supermarkets and also a bakery.
15 minutes away is the beautiful village of Castril, a pretty town with white washed houses and steep cobbled streets typical of an authentic Andalucia village. There are bars and restaurants where local wine and tapas can be sampled. The market here is on Friday and sells clothes, fruit and vegetables. It even has its own Organic stall selling locally made and grown organic produce. The local tourist centre has lots of information about the area, with maps available of local walks, information about the local fauna and flora and a museum.
The surrounding countryside is ideal for a number of outdoor activities. Including walking, cycling, fishing and bird watching and the nearby embalses (reservoirs), Portillo, Bolera and San Clemente are popular for swimming and canoeing.
During the summer the lovely open air pool is open in Castril and in August down by the park and river there is a musical festival that takes place every year, with a different event on each night. It is free to go and see.
The main fiesta in Castril is the first week of October, enjoyed by visitors and locals alike. The main square is transformed and there are nights of celebrations, including the running of the bulls.
A local delicacy of this area is a type of fungi (Las Setas) they appear out in the countryside after the first rains of Autumn. A trained eye is needed as amongst the edible mushrooms are many that are poisonous. They are normally fried on a plancha with garlic and parsley. Other local products are olive oil (Aceite de Oliva), honey (miel) and Las Mistelas a liqueur made from honey, orange peal and aniseed.
An interesting drive 25 minutes from Castril passing by San Clemente (another lake) and Duda is Huescar. This is the nearest large town and has a market every Thursday (other than Fiesta days), which is very Spanish, selling lots of fruit and vegetables and locally made produce. The market sprawls through the town winding through the streets. Nearby is the local fresh water pool filled with fish and this is open all year round for those brave enough to take a dip and nearby is the peak of La Sagra with many places to walk and explore.
How to get there
Cueva del Pino is located in the most NE part of the Granada province know as the Altiplano de Granada. It has excellent road links, the N92, running from Murcia to Granada and beyond makes traveling easy. The coast, from the Costa del Sol and Malaga in the south to Almeria and the Costa Calida in the north are all within easy reach. A number of airports from Granada and Almeria to Murcia and Alicante are all within a couple of hours away, offering a good choice of airports from the UK.
Nearest Travel Links
Airport:
Granada: 140 km
Activities near Granada
Sports: Watersports Horse Riding Fishing
Great for: Walking holidays Rural / countryside retreats Beach or lakeside relaxation Cycling holidays
Sofabeds (1), Single beds (2), Double beds (2), Cots (1), Dining seating for 8, Lounge seating for 6, Sleeps maximum of 8
Other:
Please check with with the owner regarding linen and towels.
Outdoors:
Private outdoor pool (unheated), Private garden, BBQ
Access:
Parking space
Further details indoors: Living in a cave offers a unique and quirky living experience. In the height of summer the cool interior offers a welcome respite from the intense heat and the constant temperature is easy to maintain when the weather becomes cooler. Cuevas del Pino offers a modern twist to a rustic and traditional property.
Further details outdoors: The property has a large garden and two patio areas - both shaded - one with a fantastic old pine tree (hence the name!) and the other with a pergoda with patio tables and chairs and two sun loungers. Beach & swimming towels are also provided.
Further details
Also available for hire are a travel cot, mountain buggy all terrain pushchair and a high chair. Welcome packs are also available.
Conditions
A deposit of 15 % is required on booking and the balance six weeks before.
Rental rates
Rental prices originally quoted in: British £
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NB: Prices may be subject to change at the owner's discretion.
Minimum of 3 nights from 150 pounds. Payment by bank transfer.
Guestbook
Stylish cave (love the artwork!), loved the area, great place to relax.
We had a great time, kids loved the pool.
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To contact this owner please visit: http://www.holidaylettings.co.uk/43701
Contact details for home 43701
Please mention Holiday Lettings
Name:
Mark Guntren-kreig
Tel:
+34 958 742622
Mobile:
+44 (0)787 7742759
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Advertiser joined: 7 Dec 2007 This property added: 7 Dec 2007
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