Property Description
This charming country cottage is set deep in some of the most glorious countryside to be found anywhere in Andalucía. Here you will wake up to a marvelous panoramic view which extends across afforested mountains and over rolling valleys, down to the Rock of Gibraltar and the Mediterranean beyond. Morocco is often clearly visible across the shimmering sea.
A haven of peace and tranquility, it is a stunning setting, one of the very best in all Spain.
On a huge 30 hectare (75 acres) private countryside estate within the superb natural beauty of the Alcornocales National Park, all around are hillsides of wild flowers, oak and olive trees.
There are a few other properties on the estate (the main farmhouse and a couple of other little cottages) but nothing disturbs the glorious seclusion of this one. There is plenty of countryside and acres of space for all.
Easily accessible, the cottage is just four kilometres from pretty Gaucín village, less than an hour's drive from Gibraltar Airport and 75 minutes from Málaga Airport.
A little country road winds gently down from the village to El Colmenar in the valley below and a short farm track (in excellent condition) leads off from this road and takes you directly to the cottage, which is gated and hidden away behind high whitewashed walls and verdant greenery on a lower terrace. There's private parking to the side.
Inside, its every bit as delightful and charming as it is outdoors. All about comfort and relaxation, it has been beautifully furnished and decorated by its new owners whose immaculate and imaginative sense of style and exemplary good taste are in evidence throughout. They have combined traditional with contemporary in a truly brilliant way to create a wonderful blend of Andalusian and Moorish styles.
One enters through a pretty little courtyard with a fountain at its centre and lots of plants and shrubs. Shaded by a huge oak tree, this is just one of many relaxing spots at this delightful cottage.
The spacious living / dining room is cosy and colourful, two plump red sofas gathered around a splendid old fireplace under its wood-beamed, vaulted ceiling. It's all very tasteful, bright and cheering but equally calm and restful. As everywhere in this wonderful home, the simple, earthy beauty of a genuine country cottage merges perfectly with elegant furnishings, colourful paintings, fascinating decorative pieces and beautiful artifacts.
Satellite TV (Freeview) and a radio invite relaxation. On the other side of the room the attractive dining area (the dining table comfortably seats six) opens to the shaded terrace on the south side of the cottage. To the side is a brand new and beautifully crafted galley kitchen with all mod-cons.
The master double bedroom (with en-suite shower room) is just a couple of steps down from the living room. It's very pretty too, beautifully styled and decorated. As elsewhere in the cottage, the whitewashed walls and terracotta floor tiles keep everything cool and serene in summer and there's a ceiling fan for good measure.
The second bedroom is a lovely twin (the beds are pushed together), also with its own en-suite shower room and ceiling fan. This one is accessed across from the front patio / courtyard. Both bathrooms have underfloor heating and the rest of the cottage is warmed by a hot air system which operates from the log fire.
French windows open from the living room to a long, covered terrace, a delightfully peaceful spot where you can relax in comfort and take in the magnificent south facing view which opens up in front of you. A great place to watch the sun setting over the hills, it becomes completely perfect with a cold glass of something refreshing close to hand!
To the side of the terrace is the divine pool (7 m x 4 m) and bathing terrace with its sun loungers, furniture and parasol. This is just bliss; the deep blue pool is beautifully and, probably uniquely, flecked with small gold tiles; the gardens beyond are filled with mature trees, marguerites, cape daisies, lavender and honeysuckle. With the Andalusian sun shining brightly overhead, this is as good as it gets!
And, for those important, shadier moments, all you have to do is retreat to the attractive sitting and dining area which has been cleverly created behind the pool.
Beyond, there are fields and orchards, olive and oak forests to explore. The estate grounds include an all weather tennis court which guests can use (it's shared with a couple of the other properties on the estate).
There's plenty to do around and about. The mountain countryside of the Natural Parks which surround Gaucín is ideal for walkers, bird watchers and nature lovers; there are lots of fascinating little villages and hilltop towns to explore.
A drive north over the spectacular mountain road will quickly bring you to Ronda with its spectacular gorge and Spain's oldest bullring. The Mediterranean's Costa del Sol is just 30 minutes away, the beautiful beaches of La Costa de la Luz a little further, a 90-minute drive from here.
Perhaps you will be tempted to try a taste of Morocco - the fast boat from Tarifa to Tangiers takes just 40 minutes.
Great fun, something totally different … but maybe you prefer to watch Africa from afar, from right here at this traditional, beautifully styled and very pretty little cottage in the hills.
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Property Details
All on one floor :
Courtyard entrance patio
Living / dining room
Kitchen
2 bedrooms :
1 double with en-suite shower room
1 twin bedded with en-suite shower room
Shaded terrace (furnished)
Pool terrace (furnished)
Shaded al fresco dining / relaxing area behind the pool
Gardens and grounds
Facilities
Satellite TV (Free to view) • iPod dock • Radio
Open fireplace in the living room • Underfloor heating in the bathrooms • Hot air system which operates from the log fire • Radiators • Ceiling Fans in both bedrooms
Electric Oven • Ceramic hob (4 rings) • Fridge / freezer • Toaster • Juicer • Kettle • Coffee pot • Cooking utensils • Cutlery • Crockery
All linen is provided (including pool towels) • Hairdryer
Filtered swimming pool (7 m x 4 m, 0.8 m - 1.8 m deep)
Pool terrace • Gardens • Sunbeds • Sunshade • Hammock • Outdoor dining and garden furniture • Parking
Shared use (with other cottages on the estate) of :
Tennis Court (racquets and balls can be provided)
Notes
The swimming pool is open throughout the year (although, because it's not heated, the normal swimming season is from April to September, inclusive)
A weekly change of linen and towels is included for rentals of more than one week
We do not consider the property suitable for children (under the age of 10) due to the various steps around the pool
Rentals for this property normally run from Friday to Friday
Location
In open countryside, 4 km from Gaucin (most facilities)
Ronda 45 mins; Marbella 45 mins; Gibraltar 1 hr; Málaga 1¼ hrs; Jerez 2 hrs; Sevilla 2½ hrs
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Airports
Gibraltar 1 hr; Málaga 1¼ hrs; Jerez 2 hrs; Sevilla 2½ hrs
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