Short-breaks (4 days or less) Hen or stag parties Corporate bookings House-swap
Changeover day:
Sat
Access:
Car essential Nearest amenities: 1 km
Notes:
Sorry - no pets allowed Suitable for children No smoking at this property Self-catering
Home description
The Retreat consists of 3 beautifully restored ancient cave houses. The cave houses are spacious, calming, dry and warm with a constant all year round temperature of approx 18 degrees, cool in the summer, warm in the winter, and full of character with a unique ambience of tranquillity.
There is a one bedroomed cave sleeping 2 people, a 2 bedroomed cave sleeping 3, and a 3 bedroomed cave sleeping up to 7 people. There are also 2 double bed settees. Each cave has its own sitting room. They are simply decorated in traditional Spanish style.
To the front there is a lounge area of 60 square metres, an outside covered patio of 35sqm and a salt water swimming pool, all set amidst 20,000 square metres of olive grove. Also on offer at the Retreat is a range of therapeutic treatments(Including Aromatherapy, Reflexology, Massage, Reiki, Indian Head Massage, Thermo Auricular Therapy) which can be booked during your stay. Set in a wonderful idyllic, tranquil location on the Costa Calida, the Retreat offers the ideal environment for a relaxing holiday.
The property is located on an olive farm 'finca' and Michael or Susan Cole will greet greet you when you arrive, answer your questions and help in anyway possible. The finca is in the village of Ramonete which has a medical centre, local shops and bars. 3 km away is the sunpoilt natural coastline, with the beautiful beaches of Puntas de Calnegre and Playa Calnegre. Only in July and August can holidaymakers be spotted. During the summer months the beaches have a chiringuito bar (beach bar).
Aspirations offers a perfect venue to holiday and relax away from the hub-ub of everyday life.
The swimming pool at the Retreat
One of the bedrooms of the 3 bed-roomed cave
The lounge of the Retreat
View of pool and surrounding area
To see more photos please visit http://www.holidaylettings.co.uk/12104
The Costa Calida/Murcia region
The region of Murcia is situated in the south east coast of Spain, bordering Alicante in the north and Andalucia in the south and has over 200 kms of coastline and a superb climate boasting 320 days of sunshine per year. The three main cities in Murcia are Murcia City, Cartagena and Lorca.
Lorca area
During Easter, Lorca town has a fabulous procession which is well worth visiting. There is also a splendid Visitors Centre surrounding Lorca Castle. During February the town of Aguilas has its fiesta over 2 weekends, again usually a spectacular show. Caravaca de la Cruz, about 1 hours drive away, is the 5th holiest city in the world and well worth a visit. Mazarron celebrates fiestas during November and December. The most unusual is 5 January when the Three Wise men 'park' their camels in order to enter the Port of Mazarron by boat. In Ramonete itself, August and early September see our local fiestas.
Sierra Espuna Natural park, belongs to the municipalities of Totana, Alhama, Lorca, Aledo, Mula and Pliego. Small villages take you back to remote times as the structure of these towns has been kept intact. Aledo is a medieval town, especially worth visiting the castle on the edge of an amazing cliff. Not far from the Port of Mazarron along the coast is a place which has been until a few years ago a military base - Castillitos. You can see old cannons which were used for defence from the first quarter of the twentieth century, abandoned customers officers barracks. Also on offer are breath taking views to Cartagena and Mazarron and Aguilas (eagles).
How to get there
Aspirations Cave House Retreat is located in the Costa Calida, south-east Spain in the picturesque, rural and coastal town of Ramonete. It is situated just off the N332 15 kms out from Mazarron towards Aguilas. The Retreat is nestled on a working olive finca, surrounded by olive trees, almond trees, orange trees and with panoramic views of the mountains, sea and coastline. The Retreat is within 3 kms of 5 famous beaches of Calnegre. The nearest airports are Alicante (approx 140 kms, 1 3/4 hours drive) and Murcia (approx 85 kms, 1 hour 15 mins drive). The surrounding area offers lots of variety including secluded sandy beaches, 2 naturist beaches, mountain walks, local markets, golf. The coastline in this area is still unspoilt and only in July and August can holidaymakers be spotted.
Directions to the Retreat are available on booking.
A car is recommended as the area is rural.
Nearest Travel Links
Airport:
Murcia: 85 km
Railway:
Lorca: 40 km
Activities near Lorca
Sports: Golf within 30 mins drive Fishing
Great for: Walking holidays Rural / countryside retreats Beach or lakeside relaxation A winter sun break Cycling holidays
Sofabeds (2), Single beds (10), Double beds (1), Dining seating for 16, Lounge seating for 16, Sleeps maximum of 16
Other:
Linen provided, please check with the owner regarding towels.
Outdoors:
Balcony / Terrace, Private outdoor pool (unheated), Private garden, BBQ
Access:
Secure parking
Further details indoors: 6 bedrooms Bed linen provided fully fitted kitchen with fridge/freezer, gas cooker (there is not a washing machine at the retreat) cd player log burner for cooler months 3 toilet/shower rooms therapeutic treatments
Further details outdoors: Large outside area of 3,000 sqm swimming pool (salt water), parking, seaviews, loungers, cushions, covers, garden furniture,
Further details
We ask our guests to help us maintain the high level of cleanliness when here, for all our customers.
Prices quoted are for rental of the retreat on a self catering basis and include all bed linen, gas for water heater and cooker, electricity and domestic water.
A welcome pack is supplied free of charge. If you would like to extend your welcome pack please let us know your requirements.
No smoking allowed.
Conditions
Arrival time: after 3 pm on day of arrival. Departure time: you will need to depart the Retreat by 11.00 am on day of departure. Changeover day is normally a Saturday during high season, but we can be flexible at other times of the year.
The venue is also available for corporate events / meetings and catering can be supplied for 6 or more people on this basis. Bike hire available.
Payment: 25% deposit required on booking with balance due 8 weeks before arrival. We take a 250 euro security/holiday deposit, repayable in full on departure
Rental rates
Rental prices originally quoted in: Euros €
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1 Oct 08
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850£714
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650£546
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1250£1,050
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650£546
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650£546
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850£714
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1250£1,050
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1500£1,261
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The owner's weekend rates apply to: Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights
NB: Prices may be subject to change at the owner's discretion.
Guestbook
Sleeping in the caves has got rid of my insomnia and made me feel happier, a lovely place to stay Arifa London
This has been a wonderful break for both of us and a unique experience, never have we slept so deeply and so long as we have in the caves. We have both been touched by the kindness and generosity of both Michael and Susan and wish them well in the future.
Ruth and Frances. Scotland/France
A naturing haven that gently breathes tranquility and life into the mind body and soul. My heartfelt thanks for a wonderful experience. Marie, Alcester England
An idealic setting where you cannot fail to relax. Excellent experience which has opened my eyes again. Thank you Margaret, Redditch
A little piece of paradise topped with a warm welcome, we will return. Stef and Lynne, Wirral
Thank you for a great time in this lovely summer paradise. Dan and Anne-Marie, Denmark
Thank you for letting us rent this beautiful summer paradise, we enjoyed it very much. We will be back. Gro, Norway
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Name:
Michael Cole
Tel:
+34 968 150878
Mobile:
+34 680 326817
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Advertiser joined: 2 Jun 2006 This property added: 2 Jun 2006
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