Iznajar holiday cottage accommodation, Alarconas with walking, beach/lake nearby, balcony/terrace, rural retreat, TV, DVD

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Casita La Almendra (cottage)

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Please note Early Bargain does not include Christmas and New Year weeks

La Loma is a hilltop hideway set amongst 4 acres of olive groves with magnificent panoramic views over the lake, the charming villages of Iznajar and Rute and the surrounding mountains.

Set on the edge of the Sierra Subettica, it is an ideal location for those seeking peace, tranquility, hillside walks, bird watching, mountain biking, painting/sketching and as a base from which to discover the cultural delights of Granada, Cordoba, Antequera, Ronda and Seville.

Recently restored to include all the comforts of modern day living, there are two self catering casitas that can be hired individually or together for larger parties. There is an 10m by 5m swimming pool. Outside both casitas have private terraces.

Almendra and spectacular view to lake and beyond	Pool with a panoramic view over La ke Iznajar
La Almendra's stylish bedroom	Almendra's private terrace with mountain views

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The Inland Andalucia / Cordoba Province region

Andalucia is famous for it's climate, history and it's culture. It is the Spainsh province of whitewashed villages, fantastic scenery, welcoming locals and some of the most distinctive food in the Mediterranean. Inland Andalucia is an ideal place to take a "chill out" holiday, but you are within striking distance of some amazing sight seeing.

La Loma is located within travelling distance of Granada, Cordoba, Malaga and Seville. All the cities are worth visiting and the Alhambra Palace in Granada, the Mezquita in Cordoba and Malaga are easy day trips from Iznajar. Seville is only a 2 hour drive.

Andalucía is an ideal region for camping, walking, riding and mountain bicycling, owing to the nearly 300 days of sunshine a year and it's mild climate. Activity holidays are best taken in the spring, autumn and winter as the summer can be very hot.

La Loma's nearest village is Iznajar. Iznajar is south of the ruggedly beautiful Sierras Subbéticas Natural Park and this has some of the province´s most attractive and unspoilt villages on its fringe. The park was designated a natural park in 1988. It is home to one of southern Spain's largest breeding colonies of griffon vultures, as well as around 70 other bird species, like short-toed eagles. It also has a rich variety of wildflowers. La Loma is within a 30 minute drive so you can explore the park during the day and be back to watch the swallows drink from our pool in the evening.

Iznajar / Alarconas area

Iznajar is a unspoiled, traditional white walled, red roofed village of Iznajar, with its castle dating from the 8th century and church from the 16th century, has spectacular views over a 32 km long lake which hosts a variety of water-sports and fishing.

Golf
The nearest course to La Loma is the new course at Antequera which is now open. All 18 holes are challenging with plenty of water, narrow fairways, olive trees lining the first cut and subtle borrows on the greens. There are many interesting holes, a few spectacular ones and the views around the course are wonderful.
There is also a club at Granada, 50 mins drive, where non-members are welcome on weekdays. The famous golf courses of the Costa del Sol are approx 1 hour’s drive.
Both Antequera and Granada green fees are considerably lower than on the coast and the courses are better than most public courses on the Costa.

Skiing
The Sierra Nevada Mountains are around an 1½ hour’s drive away and the Sol y Nieve resort hosted one of the 1996 world ski championships events. It is smaller than other Nieven resorts (though much friendlier than some of the other more famous European resorts) it has sufficient runs to satisfy all standards of skier and boarder.

Coast/Beach
Iznajar lake offers a sandy beach with swimming and boating available from the boat house, as well as fishing. The lake is a 10 mins drive away, and also offers a beach restaurant. The beaches of the Costa del Sol are an hour's drive away.


Distances
Iznajar with its churches and Moorish castle is 10 minutes drive. La Loma is ideally situated to explore Cordoba, Malaga and Granada provinces. Antequera is a 20 minute drive, Granada and the Alhambra are 50 minutes by car, Cordoba is a 60 minute drive, and Seville is just under 2 hours away. Priego de Cordoba, a stunning Moorish and baroque town is just an hour's drive.
Spectacular Torcal Park and Flamingo Lake just 20 and 30 minutes away. There are also Donkey and Wolf Sanctuaries nearby.

Further details
Iznajar has plenty of shops, mini-supermarkets and banks with cash withdrawal points. There are an abundance of rural bars and restaurants.
For walkers there is a wealth of local walks to suit all abilities, including impressive El Torcal and Subetica National Parks.
Horse riding is available 15 minutes away.
We have local guides for fishing trips and birdwatching days.

How to get there

Malaga airport is 1 hour's drive from La Loma and Granada airport 50 mins drive. Travel from each airport is made easy by the excellent motorway system. Seville airport is a 2 hour drive.
Flights to Malaga: flybe.com, jet2.com, easyjet.com, flymonarch.com, bmibaby.com, britishairways.com
Flights to Granada: ryanair.com
Car hire is essential to fully appreciate the area. Both airports have many rental companies on site.
Airport pick up/drop off can be arranged if needed.

Activities near Iznajar

Facilities

Further details indoors:
La Almendra has one smartly furnished double bedroom and a stylish open plan living area.
The Master bedroom has a quality double bed, bedside tables, large wardrobe and an en suite shower room.
The en suite shower room is beautifully tiled with large shower, basin and WC.
The open plan kitchen / living area has a traditional Andalucian kitchen area with built in oven and hob. There is a fridge with freezer compartment, toaster, kettle etc and full range of cookware.
There is also a dining area with table and chairs for 2 people.
The cosy lounge area has been furnished with 2 chairs, Satellite TV, DVD player, games and a large range of books and DVDs.

There is central heating for use in the cooler months so the casita can be enjoyed all year round.

Fans are provided in the summer months and the casita is naturally cool as it benefits from the hilltop breezes in the summer.
The casita is non smoking, but you are welcome to smoke outside on the terraces.
Linen and towels are changed twice per week in the summer months and once a week the rest of the year.
Hairdryers, irons, ironing boards and clothes airers are all provided.
We do ask guests to bring their own pool/beach towels.

The owners, Gaynor and Martin, live discretely on site and are more than happy to provide any help you may need such as restaurants, bars, places to visit, where to shop etc.

Further details outdoors:
The casita has a spacious private terrace with BBQ, pergola, table and chairs.

There is a large shared pool (10m x 5m, depth from 1.4m to 1.9m) with steps at the shallow end and tiled terraces equipped with sun loungers and cushions. The panoramic view of Lake Iznajar from the pool and tearraces are absolutely breathtaking .

There is a poolside shower and electric lamps light the pool and terraces at night.

Further details

A 25% non-returnable deposit is payable with booking and the balance is payable eight weeks before commencement of your holiday.
Please enquire about special rates for long lets, off peak and for daily lets during the autumn and winter.
A discount is available for those wishing to book both casitas and there is also an option to secure private pool usage when booking Casita La Loma.
Both Casitas are non smoking, but you are welcome to smoke outside on the terraces.
Linen and towels are changed twice per week in the summer months and once a week the rest of the year.

Rental rates

Period	From	To	Weekly	Nightly rate		Minimum  stay
				Weekday	Weekend
June to September 2009	1 Jun 09	1 Oct 09	295£ 295	5050	5050	Flexible
October 2009	1 Oct 09	1 Nov 09	275£ 275	4040	4040	Flexible
November & December 2009	1 Nov 09	20 Dec 09	275£ 275	3535	3535	Flexible
Christmas & New Year 2009	20 Dec 09	4 Jan 10	295£ 295	4040	4040	Flexible
January to February 2010	4 Jan 10	1 Mar 10	275£ 275	4040	4040	Flexible
March 2010	1 Mar 10	1 Apr 10	275£ 275	4040	4040	Flexible
April to May 2010	1 Apr 10	1 Jun 10	295£ 295	5050	5050	Flexible
June to September 2010	1 Jun 10	1 Oct 10	325£ 325	5555	5555	Flexible
October 2010	1 Oct 10	1 Nov 10	295£ 295	5050	5050	Flexible
November & December 2010	1 Nov 10	19 Dec 10	250£ 250	4040	4040	Flexible
Christmas & New Year 2010	19 Dec 10	4 Jan 11	295£ 295	5050	5050	Flexible
January and February 2011	4 Jan 11	1 Mar 11	275£ 275	3535	3535	Flexible
March 2011	1 Mar 11	1 Apr 11	275£ 275	4545	4545	Flexible
April to May 2011	1 Apr 11	1 Jun 11	325£ 325	5555	5555	Flexible

The property's weekend rates apply to: Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights

NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.

A 25% non-returnable deposit is payable with booking and the balance is payable eight weeks before commencement of your holiday.

Payment in pounds or euros - please email to discuss euro prices.

Rental is inclusive of electricity and gas.

Please enquire about special rates for long lets, off peak and for daily lets during the autumn and winter.

A discount may be available for those wishing to book both casitas.

Rental rates include all linen and bathroom towels. Please bring your own pool towels or we can provide for a small extra charge to save on luggage space!

We are totally flexible on changeover days so please contact us to discuss your requirements.

Guestbook for Casita La Almendra

"The Beatles sang the long and winding road and ours led to the most relaxing week of my life. Wonderful!" - Phil, April 07

"La Loma is the hilltop hideaway that won't be hidden for long. The best place I have stayed ..... ever." - Keith , May 07

"If Gaynor and Martin had a star rating it would definitely be five star. They made us very welcome and couldn't have been friendlier or more helpful. Definitely on my list to visit again." - Dave, June 07

"Superb accommodation, stunning views and lovely hosts. We've had a fantastic holiday and will definitely return. Martin and Gaynor, thanks for your warmth, friendliness and the figs!!!" - Toni and Richard - August 07

"At first sight we thought that the views from the terraces was worth the trip on it's own, but it has been matched throughout the week by the comfort, thoughtfulness and hospitality" - Keith and Kyra - April 08

Availability

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