La Granja De Olivos

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Farmhouse |4 bedrooms |Sleeps 9

Orgiva in Las Alpujarras

from £143 / night

£1000–£1300 / week

7 nights minimum stay

Changeover Saturday

5 out of 5

8 reviews | Write a review

Key info  Swimming pool, balcony/terrace, car advised, private garden, may take pets - please enquire

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About the home

Relax on one of the terraces or under the shade of an ancient olive tree or a grapevine with a glass of wine and a good book, or cool off in the private swimming pool and marvel at the spectacular mountain views. Inside, the spacious accommodation is furnished to a high standard including some antiques. Orgiva town is within twenty minutes walking distance and is the place to experience the local restaurants and bars where tapas are Free!

A 'must' is a visit to the nearby famous white villages nestling below the Sierra Nevada, or experience the wonder of The Alhambra Palace in Granada. Many of our guests have enjoyed a trip to some of the beautiful beaches only 30 minutes drive away. In our guests experience, you will have a wonderful relaxing holiday in this magical environment.

The location is in a spectacularly green region of southern Spain which is watered by the snows of the Sierra Nevada via ancient Moorish and Roman canals.The farmhouse provides large accommodation and is ideal for family/friends holidays and is suitable for winter lets. The construction allows the house to remain cool even in the hottest months.

The gardens contains olive terraces, bordered by almond, fig and orange trees. There is access to many walks in the countryside, the town and local bars and restaurants. There are spectacular views of the surrounding mountains from most aspects. Easy access by car and a short, safe 20 minute walk into town along a lovely track. Just ask us for the reviews of people who have stayed in the Farmhouse to get an independent view of all the facilities and location.

Facilities

Further details indoors:
The bedrooms are all fully furnished with ample wardrobe space. All bedding is provided and changed on a weekly basis. Quilts are provided for the cooler months. A cot for babies is available together with a high-chair for meals. Electric fans are also provided for the hotter months.

Three of the bedrooms have good mountain or pool views and the fourth has access to a wonderful roof terrace. All of the bedrooms lead off from a landing with balcony.
This is a large country Farmhouse with plenty of space to 'swing a cat'. You can find plenty of places inside and out to get away from the family and friends and have a bit of quality time.
The large first floor terrace off one of the bedrooms is a favourite with guests in the evening to just gaze at the stars, chat and enjoy a glass of wine. Take time to read the 'REVIEWS' of previous renters.

Further details outdoors:
When comparing with other holiday lets, do make real comparisons. This is a genuinely large Farmhouse, not a small 'Cortijo' (cottage) nicely photographed. This is a totally self contained Farmhouse in well keep grounds with the swimming pool and all other facilities, provided just for the clients and not shared with the owner or other guests. You can leave the car at the farmhouse and walk safely into town for a meal or a drink along a quiet country track.

The owners, a retired professional couple, are normally available to you for advice and tips throughout your stay and will normally personally manage all the meeting and greetings. If any of these points are important to you for your holiday, just ensure that you check before you book. The farmhouse is usually well stocked with cooking ingredients left by previous guests and a good 'welcome pack' is provided including: wine, beers, bread, jam, water etc.

Further details

A non-returnable deposit of 10% is required (minimum £300) as confirmation of booking with the balance due 8 weeks before arrival. A £300 returnable breakages deposit is required as part of the final payment which will be reimbursed, subject to the villa being left in a satisfactory condition. You are welcome to arrive at any time after 3.00pm with departure at 10.00am

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La Granja De Olivos

 

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The secluded swimming pool

 

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View from the vine Terrace

 

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Another view of the Lounge

The Andalucia / Granada Province region

Between the highest mountains in Spain and the Mediterranean Sea, Las Alpujarras is one of the most enchanting and beautiful regions in the world. Some call it Las Alpujarras, others La Alpujarra: whichever you prefer, it's a joyous land of sunshine, snowy mountains and some of the most splendid scenery imaginable. From the spectacular 'lunar' terrain and snow-capped peaks (which rise above 10,000 feet), the mountain range of the Sierra Nevada slopes southwards, traversed by deep, wooded river gorges and truly wonderful countryside.
The region of mountain villages known as Las Alpujarras clings to the southern flanks of the Sierra Nevada, cloven by deep, sheltered valleys and gorges which run down towards the Mediterranean. The Alpujarra, as it is popularly known, in the singular, is famous throughout Spain because of its unique mini-ecology. Its terraced farmlands are constantly watered by the melting snow from above, constituting a high-altitude oasis of greenery which stands in dramatic contrast to the arid foothills below.

The Alpujarra is also famous for its excellent birdwatching - the colourful Hoopoe with its stark, haunting cry, is a common sight. The capital of the region is Órgiva, on the lowlands, and the village of Trevélez - famous throughout Spain for its superb mountain hams, or jamón serrano - is, at over 4,840 feet above sea level, the highest village in Europe, overhanging a fast-flowing river and plunging mountain valley.

One of the many great travel books written about Spain is devoted to the Alpujarra - Gerald Brenan´s "South From Granada", which recounts the adventures of a young Britisher who, after serving in World War I, walked through Andalucia in search of a cheap place to live and write. He discovered the tiny village of Yégen, where he rebuilt a ruined house (now marked with a plaque in his memory) and lodged some of his friends of the famous Bloomsbury group of London. In his book - written in retrospect, long after he became a well-known journalist - Brenan describes the difficulties of getting such highly-strung aesthetes as Virginia Woolf and Lytton Strachey up the river gorges on mule back, as well as his bucolic existence among the local peasants.

The Las Alpujarras / Orgiva area

Whilst not being a large town, Orgiva the capital of the Alpujarra holds a weekly market in the town. There are many tapas bars, good restaurants and small supermarkets. There are also 2 health food shops and a herbalist pharmacy. Enjoying many fiestas throughout the year, this is very much a Spanish town. Within 30 minutes you can be in one of the beautiful 'white mountain villages' of the Alpujarras or sitting on a quiet beach on the Mediterranean. Visit the fascinating city of Granada with its spectacular Alhambra Palace, and the old Moorish quarters of the Albaicin. Shop in the town centre or just enjoy the hustle and bustle of the street restaurants and cafes in this ancient student town. Just 30 min away are the relaxing beaches of the Costa Tropical. The white villages built by the Moors have a charm and style unique to this area. Spend the day visiting different villages and discovering some of the local crafts, still practised in the region. A magical relaxing retreat from stress

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The Farmhouse 'La Granja De Olivos' is easily reached by air travel to Malaga, Granada or Almeria airports. Car Journeys then vary from one to two hours. The airports are serviced by all the low cost airlines and buying advance cheap tickets is always an available option.

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Reviews

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13 Aug 2012

“Grand and welcoming, spacious and comfortable, stunning scenery, a wonderful place to stay.” We thoroughly recommend La Granja for family holidays. We went as two families and found the house very spacious for all of us, and the downstairs is away from the bedrooms allowing precious adult... more

21 Jun 2012

“Perfect holiday” We had a wonderful stay in the farmhouse. The owners were really helpful and friendly with great tips on making the best of our holiday. The house was even more spacious than we expected from the photos, particularly the downstairs living area where there are even 3 couches which were all perfect for a siesta in the afternoon. We ate outside for dinner most nights enjoying the beautiful views of the mountains. The large inside dining area was also really good and the big kitchen very well equipped. The pool was always cool and on really hot days, we were able to enjoy the shade provided by the olive trees. Though there is no WiFi/Internet, we were able to easily use the free WiFi in the local cafe/bars. The location is nicely removed from the main tourist areas but you are still only about 45 minutes from Granada and the coast. Orgiva itself is easily accessible with loads of lovely bars and cafes with friendly and very helpful staff. The surrounding villages are also really worth a visit. We really had a wonderful holiday and would happily go back if we had the chance.

20 Jun 2012

“Excellent stay in rural Spain” Fantastic Place to stay. Can't recommend it enough. My sister booked the house and it proved to be a great traditional spanish house with it's own pool. The local town of Orgiva is very nice and your only about 25 mins drive from the sea and about an hours drive from Granada. The living space is very good as there is a large kitchen and a very large living room great for the large party of 8 that we had there. The bedrooms are also good and the beds were comfortable. The owner Graham met us on the first day and gave us a guided tour of the house and recommended local shops and restaurants and this proved invaluable during the stay. There was also a gas barbie which we used almost every day and at the time we went there were no mosquitos which was also good. I would recommend for a family, or large group of friends. Response: Thanks guys So glad you enjoyed your stay. You were all model guests and left the Farhmouse spotless and you were also great in keeping the pool looking wonderful, many thanks. G&F

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21 Aug 2011

“Perfect in every way” We hired the Cortijo as a family group, 4 adults/2 children (13 & 9). We searched the internet for properties, in Italy, France & Spain, & identified this property as the most suitable for the groups requirements. We were not disapointed in our choice and the property lived up to our expectations. The Cortijo is reached via motorway & good condtion roads from Malaga and Granada and set in a valley within the mountains near Orgiva, a small Spanish town with good facilities. The property is situated near to the main road into Orgiva, traffic is light, which made access easy and with the grounds and pool to the rear did not impact on our enjoyment. A car is a must to enjoy the area to its best. The Cortijo is extremley well proportioned with excellent accomodation and equipment. The downstairs areas, Kitchen/Dining Room, lobbies, Sitting/TV Areas are very roomy, well equiped and kept cool in the day. The dishwasher & washing machine were used daily. The TV/DVD player were a hit with the children when they wanted time out of the sun. The bedrooms are a good size with good storage/hanging space. The provision of electric fans are a bonus for the warm nights. Having the 2 bathrooms, both of a high standard, made life easier. All windows had fitted mosquito grills. The outside areas are great. The pool was well used & the children were excited by both the size and depth, both good swimmers who love to dive, jump and just swim and play. The adults also enjoyed the pool and were able to relax on the sunbeds provided. The pool has sun all day and the areas of dappled shade provided by the olive trees when the sun was at its height was much appreciated, as were the provided umbrellas. The gardens/grounds are ample & we tended to move the smaller outdoor table to varying position within the grounds to eat at lunchtimes with perfect views of the mountains. In the evening some time was spent laying on the upper terrace star gazing. This terrace was also used in the evenings for games with the children and cards. Whilst some of the party were happy to relax and potter around the accomodation, others were very pleased with the various excursions they were able to make with ease to Granada, local beach, Nerja Caves and Donkey Sanctuary, the White Villages and also to go horse riding. A late afternoon stroll down the track to the river was also enjoyed by all. We mainly self catered, however, did walk into Orgiva on 3 to 4 occassions to enjoy drinks, tapas and ice creams. Local market had excellent fruit and vegetables. We preferred the smaller supermarket with meat, vegatables and other counters at the rear. Graham and Fiona are excellent owners - unobtrusive yet available.

08 Aug 2011

““PARADISE BUT WITH REAL CHARACTER”! You will NOT be disappointed!” La Granja De Olivos is a FANTASTIC holiday accommodation set in a beautiful unspoilt part of Andalusia very close to the village, Orgiva. The house, pool and gardens were ideal with plenty of space. I am sure some other owners would have tried to rent it out as sleeping 16 and bumping up the price. We enjoyed the spacious areas where we had BBQs, gazed at the stars, dozed on the hammock, sunbathed, swam, slept and had a few drinks along the way! We had excellent trips out to other nearby villages including Lanjaron and also to the highest village in mainland Spain, Trevelez. Due to our unavoidable late booking we could only get the one week. The owners were very welcoming and had provided us with very useful information prior to our departure from home, a great idea – rental companies etc should follow this example! Everything was as described in the listing. Our second week near Comares was ok but poor in comparison to the very high standard of our week at La Granja De Olivos. A difficult act to follow. We would love to return and thoroughly recommend it to those wanting to sample the real Spain with excellent accommodation!

25 Jul 2011

“Fantastic two weeks” The photo's don't do justice to the amount of space inside and out. It's a really well equipped and laid out house allowing easy movement between pool/kitchen, and backdoor patio for long BBQs. The location is fantastic. We explored the mountain villages, good walks around the villages of Capileira, Bubion and Pampaneira. If your not into walking then just exploring these lovely villages is worthwhile. Also close enough for an easy drive to Granada and the Alhambra, well worth booking from Britain before you go. But even if you don't feel like doing much it is very easy to sit by the pool, going for a dip every now and then. The children especially loved the pool, nice and big with steps shallow enough for the wee one to splash about and deep enough for diving competitions.

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22 Jun 2011

“Stunning location, beautiful & private property, helpful and friendly owners.” We were two families with 3 young children and we were delighted with the mountain views and the lovely grounds in which the house was set. Close to the village, but not overlooked - it was a treat for relaxing in various areas of the grounds. Freshly squeezed orange juice from the orchard, while lazing by the lovely pool are top of the memory list. Easy day trip to the Alhambra and Granada, as well as the coast. The owners were wonderful, and went out of their way to make sure we had everything we needed.

14 Aug 2011

“Excellente adresse à recommander” Nous avons beaucoup apprécié notre séjour à "Farmhouse" à la fois pour son emplacement géographique, le charme de la maison, ainsi que pour la qualité des prestations. C'est un point de départ idéal pour aussi bien vister Grenade que pour les baignades en mer ou les randonnées en montagne. Les plus courageux d'entre nous ont été très fiers d'avoir été au sommet du Mulhacen (3480m). Nous avions également réservé quelques jours de farnienté pour profiter de la maison que les propriétaires ont restaurée. Ils ont su apporter à cette ancienne ferme tout le confort nécessaire à des vacanciers tout en conservant l'authenticité du lieu. La maison est entourée d'un vaste jardin garni de fleurs et d'arbres fruitiers. On se croirait seul au monde alors que l'on est à 20mn à pied seulement du centre d'Orgiva. La piscine est au milieu des oliviers et depuis votre transat vous pouvez admirer la montagne. Nous étions deux couples avec 3 grands ados et un enfant; tout le monde a été enchanté du séjour.

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Rental prices

Prices for group size 9
Period	From	To	Weekly	Nightly rate		Minimum  stay
				Weekday	Weekend
	14 Jul 12	8 Sep 12	1300£ 1300	-	-	1 Week
	8 Sep 12	26 Oct 12	1000£ 1000	-	-	1 Week
Easter	23 Mar 13	20 Apr 13	1200£ 1200	-	-	1 Week
	20 Apr 13	25 May 13	1000£ 1000	-	-	1 Week
	25 May 13	1 Jun 13	1200£ 1200	-	-	1 Week
	1 Jun 13	20 Jul 13	1100£ 1100	-	-	1 Week
Peak Summer	20 Jul 13	7 Sep 13	1300£ 1300	-	-	1 Week
	7 Sep 13	26 Oct 13	1000£ 1000	-	-	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.

A non-returnable deposit of 10% is required (minimum £300) as confirmation of booking with the balance due 8 weeks before arrival. A £300 returnable breakages deposit is required as part of the final payment which will be reimbursed, subject to the villa being left in a satisfactory condition.

Availability

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Availability notes:

Not available for winter rentals as per dates above.

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