our 'real rustic' selection of holiday homes and villas

An authenticly old Alpujarran dwelling in the tiny hamlet of Capilerilla, high in the ancient Moorish district of La Taha.

Rustic, simply furnished, it offers a peaceful retreat in a traditional environment.

Deep in the heart of some of Andalucía's most divine countryside this traditional, stone-built cottage is as rustic as can be, a wonderful little hideaway in a green and joyous paradise.

The (private) pool is small but a nice spot to cool off on a hot summer's day.

A sweet little cottage, as pretty as a picture! Simple, rustic and homely.

The scenery all around is both beautiful and dramatic. Here you will soon feel part of life deep in the Andalusian countryside. Private pool.

In a quiet corner, not far from the village square, this traditional house with its wood beamed ceilings and handmade terracotta floor tiles is friendly and charming.

Here you will enjoy the genuine atmosphere of the beautiful Alpujarra mountains and one of its most popular villages.

This compellingly romantic hideaway for a couple has bags of rustic charm and a really beautiful, lawned garden hidden away in the trees behind the cottage. A wonderful place to be with your loved one.

Utterly charming, it's a perfect honeymoon retreat.

An excellent example of the traditional architecture of La Alpujarra, this stone-built cottage enjoys uninterrupted views of the wonderful countryside of the Poqueira Ravine.

With a little stream alongside and the ancient path that winds its way down to Pampaneira just below, this is a magical place.

Full of character, neatly and comfortably decorated, this is one of two stylish houses converted from a 17th century olive mill.

Situated in a traffic free street on the edge of the village, the views from here are terrific. Private splash pool.

In the original heart of this classic Moorish village, just below the church and the plaza, this unpretentious house has authentic berber style and genuine character.

Great views too, encompassing the rural bliss of the surrounding mountains.

Traditional character, attractive furnishings and good taste are combined to excellent effect in this divine little cottage. It's charming.

Pretty as a picture inside, it also has a beautiful courtyard garden at the rear, as well as a roof terrace with fantastic views over the village, the castle and the lovely countryside all around.

This lovely old country house resides in splendid isolation within its own 37 hectares of forest and farmland, one of the most seductively peaceful settings imaginable. Private pool.

Once a blacksmith's forge and dwellings, it has been beautifully refurbished using traditional materials and finishes throughout. It's as pretty as a picture!