This is a quite exceptional property, a genuine Spanish hacienda in the midst of the burnished plains just to the north west of the Grazalema National
Park. Walled gardens full of the vivid colours of roses and bougainvillaea's form
a splendid central courtyard around which this splendid farmhouse is built
on three sides of the quadrangle.
It's a very substantial property, ideal for a large group who want to enjoy their
own piece of rural Andalucía.
Everything about the place is reminiscent of old-style Spanish opulence, everything
that is, except the splendid 10 x 5 metre swimming pool, a more recent addition
which looks across the miles of gently undulating farmland and olive groves surrounding
the Cortijo. There's plenty of outdoor furniture and dining space, not to mention
two barbecues, so it's ideal for those who want to spend much of their time enjoying
Andalucía's famed sunshine!
Inside, antique furniture, original
paintings and rare old books compete for the eye's attention … along with an abundance
of wall-mounted deer antlers and other hunting trophies.
The accommodation divides into three wings, which surround the central, formal
gardens. One wing has its own, spacious Andalus terrace overlooking the swimming
pool. This part accommodates six (in one twin bedded and two double bedrooms,
each with its own en-suite bathroom). There is a stylish entrance hall, a huge
living / dining room and a well equipped kitchen.
The other two wings comprise the larger accommodation which sleeps ten,
with four twin bedrooms and one double, four bathrooms, a professionally equipped
kitchen, another huge living / dining room and an entrance hall. At the rear this
part also has its own private terrace.
Comfortable and spacious, this is a classy place to
stay. It's old-time Andalucía revelling in all its former glory.
There
are no shops or bars nearby, the nearest civilisation is the small town of Villamartín,
some six kilometres away. But, lying in the heart of the area known as Los
Pueblos Blancos, access to some of the most beautiful and historic towns
in Southern Spain is easy from here. Not to mention the stunning beauty of three,
very different, National Parks.
