Sierra Nevada National Park holiday ski apartment to let, Guejar Sierra with walking, beach/lake nearby, balcony/terrace, air con, rural

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Sol y Nieve (apartment)

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Built into the side of the mountain our 'El Ladero' (Redoubt) apartments offer breathtaking wraparound vistas of the Sierra Nevada mountains and the spectacular Canales Reservoir. Situated in the pretty & traditional town of Guejar Sierra within a stone's throw of a variety of interesting local bars & restaurants, the apartments are perfectly situated. Historic Granada is only 20 minutes away, as is the Sierra Nevada ski resort. Stunning walks & countryside activities (fishing, birdwatching, climbing, canoeing, canoning, cross country skiing paragliding etc) begin literally on the doorstep. The fascinating troglodyte region around Guadix is close at hand, & the beaches of the Costa Tropical can be reached within 45 minutes. For further pictures and information on the apartments and the area please contact us.

Views of the Sierra Nevada	Wake up to stunning views from bedroom & balcony
Enjoy an evening drink on the living room balcony with dramatic views of mountains, village and lake	Living Room

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The Costa Tropical/Granada region

The historic city of Granada (with its vibrant Moroccan quarter and the attractions of the Alhambra Palace and the Generalife) are a 15 minute drive. The fascinating troglodyte region around Guadix is close at hand and the beaches of the Costa Tropical can be reached within 45 minutes. The Alpujarras (the highest Villages in Spain - made famous by Chris Stewart's book - "Driving Over Lemons") are also within easy reach).

Sierra Nevada National Park / Guejar Sierra area

The pretty little town of Guejar Sierra has long been popular, both as a summer and winter destination, among Spanish visitors - and can offer plenty of restaurants and nice bodegas, both in the town itself and close by in the surrounding area.

It is situated in the heart of the Sierra Nevada national park - an area of outstanding natural beauty. The town itself is typically Spanish and very pretty with its cobbled streets and neat white houses with flower draped balconies. It clings to the mountainside overlooking the mighty peaks of Europe's most southerly ski resort. Only 25 minutes from the ski lifts - it offers the opportunity to combine both the varied skiing of the Sierra Nevada (with views of Africa from the upper slopes) and the experience of staying in a traditional Spanish village. For those not interested in the skiing, Guejar Sierra is even closer (15 mins) to the beautiful historic city of Granada - home to the astounding Alhambra Palace. The legacy of the Moorish kings of Granada is everywhere - in the courtyards, fountains, gardens and buildings.

Guejar Sierra has a number of local shops, a pharmacy, a bank, and various excellent restaurants to choose from - many with lovely terraces from which to enjoy the views while dining, and many with pools for the use of summer visitors. The local campsite also has an excellent restaurant with views, a pool, a play area, archery and other activities for children. The old funicular station at Maitena has been converted into a restaurant with dining and swimming on the banks of the River Genil in summer. There is canoe hire on the shores of the Canales Reservoir and horse-riding in the hills. The eccentric little bodega in the heart of the town is a great find and the welcoming moustachioed owner is a famous local character. There is also a water park near Granada and another at Almunecar. This is a great area for walking, mountain-biking, climbing and adventure sports as well as for family holidays and the cultural attractions of Granada. With the coast also within easy reach, there is something for everyone.

The people in Guejar are friendly and welcoming and, in typical Andalucian manner, the calendar is studded with local fiestas which keep alive traditions such as the Romeria in August, when the Gitanos, in their tight black suits, gallop their fine horses through the streets, each with a pretty girl on his pommel.

Although so close to Granada, Guejar Sierra is still very much a well-kept Spanish secret - barely discovered yet by tourists from other countries.

How to get there

Airports - Granada (25 mins); Malaga (1 3/4hrs); Almeria (2 hrs)
Cheap flights - RyanAir & Monarch to Granada; Easyjet RyanAir, Monarch, Thompsonfly, Flybe etc etc to Malaga
Airport Car hire available at Granada and Malaga from www.hellehollis.com (15% discount when you quote our Owner's Club number H0508).
Full directions to the property sent on confirmation of booking.

Activities near Sierra Nevada National Park

Facilities

Further details indoors:
Large Master Bedroom, opening onto south-facing balcony.
Family-sized bathroom with bath/shower.
Large living room opening onto balcony with seating and panoramic views looking south.
Good quality double sofa-bed in living room for 2 more people if required.
Dining area with mountain views to the South.
Fully equipped new kitchen with built in oven, hob, extractor, fridge-freezer, washing machine/tumble dryer, microwave, kettle, iron, cafetierre, juicer etc - everything one would hope for.
Air conditioning in summer, central heating in winter, heated towel rails, dedicated secure parking, luxurious fixtures and fittings, good quality mattresses on all beds.

Further details outdoors:
The apartment has south facing balconies from the Master Bedroom and living room with a table and chairs overlooking the stunning views.

Many of the local restaurants have swimming pools for the use of customers in the summer and it is possible to swim in a mountain pool at nearby Maitena.

Further details

Luxurious accommodation in beautiful village with lovely restaurants (many with pools for use of customers in the summer). Full air conditioning for summer and central heating for winter. Balcony both with panoramic mountain views. Wraparound views from living room & main bedroom. Can also link to another (3 bed) apartment via an internal 'patio andaluz' (see separate entry under "3 bed Mountain Apartment") and the two can be rented together for large parties.

Rental rates

Period	From	To	Weekly	Nightly rate		Minimum  stay
				Weekday	Weekend
September	1 Sep 07	1 Oct 07	350£  278	0-	0-	1 Week
1st October - 30th Novemb	1 Oct 07	1 Dec 07	290£  230	0-	0-	1 Week
Rest of year (summer & sk	1 Dec 07	2 Oct 08	350£  278	0-	0-	1 Week

NB: Prices may be subject to change at the owner's discretion.
Flexible start days
Enquire for weekend rates
10% discount if booked together with the neighbouring 3 bed apartment

Availability notes

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Name:	Denise Guest
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