Property Description
Just a couple of kilometres from one of Spain's prettiest pueblos blancos, this lovely old farmhouse enjoys a splendid vantage point high above the Rio Genal valley. Views are spectacular, down to the Mediterranean Sea, the Rock of Gibraltar and across to the Rif Mountains of Morocco beyond.
All around, the majestic scenery of the Serranía de Ronda provides brilliant brush strokes of colour and contrast. It's a glorious pastoral scene, a view which can be enjoyed for ever.
Accessed along a farm track (an easy ½ kilometre's drive) from the country road which winds up from the coast to Gaucín, gates open to its seven acre hillside estate of olive, almond, eucalyptus and fruit trees.
The first thing that strikes you is just how peaceful and serene everything is. Completely private, birdsong fills the air, the pool glistens gloriously blue in the sunshine and one marvels at the breathtaking view which opens up in front of you. It's one of the most seductively peaceful and relaxing settings imaginable.
The gorgeous walk-in pool (9 m x 6 m) enjoys day-long sunshine on the wide terrace below the farmhouse. Comfy loungers beckon - you just know that this is where you are going to spend much of the holiday! To the left of the pool there is a covered shaded area with seating. There is plenty of space for sunbathing on the terrace surround, and bench seating too.
Steps take one up to an extensive sitting terrace directly in front of the house, its surrounds attractively planted with colourful shrubs and trees. With comfortable cane seats gathered around a Moroccan table, this is another lovely place to wile away pleasant hours. Low level fencing around the perimeter of this terrace (with a gate at the top of the stairway) will stop little ones running down to the pool area unsupervised. The steps leading down to the pool can be lit at night.
A covered dining terrace is furnished with a large wooden table which will easily accommodate eight and doesn't miss out on the magnificent countryside views either! This terrace extends around to the side of the house as well, where there is more occasional seating and more wonderful countryside to enjoy. On this side of the house part of the garden has been lawned and fenced off to make an attractive and safe place for young children to play.
Gleaming bright and white under its beautifully weathered old roof tiles, the farmhouse has genuine character. Tastefully refurbished over the years, it provides all the comforts of home yet remains what it has always been, an authentic farmhouse full of rustic charm. Furnishings and decoration reflects the owners' appreciation of its inherent traditional style.
Double doors open to the terrace from a large living / dining room with the kitchen at its far end. A log fire, old floor tiles and beamed ceiling give it a pleasingly rustic feel. The kitchen area is well equipped with two ovens (gas and electric), gas hob, microwave and dishwasher, and the dining table has seating for ten. Beyond the kitchen there's a laundry room.
The comfy lounge is equally relaxed, calmly decorated in white and eggshell blue. Sofas are gathered around a coffee table in front of the log fire, doors opening on two sides to the shaded dining terrace outside. Plenty of mod-cons here too, with a flat screen TV (Freeview satellite), an extensive collection of DVD's and internet connection. The main house has central heating throughout and air conditioning in two of the bedrooms.
A downstairs cloakroom and a pretty, twin bedroom (with en-suite shower room) completes the distribution on the ground floor. Wooden French doors open to the terrace and make the best of the splendid views.
The other two bedrooms are upstairs. The master, double bedroom with en-suite bathroom (featuring a huge bath with shower over, and marble work tops) has its own private terrace with steps down to the gardens below. From its balcony the views extend over the pool and down to the coast.
A second double bedroom is a few stairs further up, also with an en-suite bathroom (shower over bathtub). With three windows in this room, it's light and spacious and makes the best of the views. The two upstairs bedrooms have air conditioning, all three are pretty and attractively furnished. Towels and linen are top quality.
150 metres from the farmhouse, there's a separate cottage almost hidden under the greenery all around. Fully self-contained (with flatscreen TV, CD and radio) it has a double bedroom (with en-suite shower room) and a large living / dining room with kitchen facilities.
Doors open to a little private sun terrace and to the gardens beyond. Ideal for grandparents, perhaps, the cottage is only available to guests staying in the main house. If it isn't required, it will be closed.
The gardens all around are delightful, well tended and full of a profusion of colourful plants and mature trees. Below the cottage, just beyond the car parking area, part of the garden surrounds have been leveled and lawned to create a badminton or croquet area. Hoops and badminton equipment are available on request.
Gaucín, just two kilometres away, is one of the classic white villages of Andalucía, as pretty as a postcard. Its narrow winding streets, hidden alleyways and spectacular views have long been an inspiration for painters and photographers. For a village of its size it has an excellent selection of restaurants and tapas bars.
There's plenty to do around and about. Whether you want to explore the wonderful nature, breathtaking vistas and first class hiking of the Serranía de Ronda (guided walks, bird watching and horse riding can be arranged), discover the culture and traditions of historic Ronda, or enjoy the beaches and golf courses of the Costa del Sol, there's something for everyone.
And what better, at the end of a lovely day, than to return here to your own little piece of Andalucía's rural paradise. Wonderful views, the peace and quiet of the countryside, genuine charm … this property is a gem!
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Property Details
Ground Floor :
Entrance hall
Kitchen / dining room
Living room
Twin bedroom with en-suite shower room
Cloakroom/W.C
Main terrace (furnished) which is fenced and gated from the pool terrace further below
Partly covered dining and sitting terrace (furnished)
Gardens and grounds
First Floor :
Master double bedroom with en suite bathroom (shower over bath tub) and private terrace
Second Floor :
Double bedroom with en suite bathroom (shower over bath tub)
Cottage (all on one floor) :
Double bedroom with en suite bathroom (shower only)
Living / dining room / kitchen
Private terrace
Facilities
Satellite TV (Free to view) • DVD • CD Player • Internet (bring your own laptop) • Collection of DVD's
Open fireplaces in the living room, kitchen / dining room and in the cottage • Central Heating (please note that there is no central heating in the cottage) • Air Conditioning in two of the bedrooms • Portable Fans
Electric Oven • Gas oven • Gas hob (5 rings) • Microwave • Fridge / freezer • Drinks Fridge • Dishwasher • Toaster • Juicer • Kettle • Cooking utensils • Cutlery • Crockery • there is also a small kitchen in the cottage
Washing Machine • Iron & board
All linen is provided (including pool towels) • Hairdryer • Cot & Highchair available (on request) but cot linen is not supplied
Filtered swimming pool (9.0 m x 6.0 m, 1.4 m - 1.8 m deep)
Pool terrace (which is gated from the terrace above) • Gardens • Sunbeds • Pool shower • Barbecue • Outdoor dining and garden furniture • Croquet & badminton lawn • Parking
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
Please note that beyond the pool area there are steep drops so small children should not be left alone. The terrace above the pool is fenced and gated to prevent young children from running down to the pool unsupervised
Welcome pack, change of linen, extra maid service, babysitting and cooking are all available on request and payable locally
For all winter lettings, logs are payable locally (85 euros per load). Gas (which fuels the central heating) is included in the rental price
The air conditioning in the two bedrooms are run on a timer. This can be extended, if required, and paid for locally
The pool and garden are tended when necessary, usually twice each week
Rentals for this property normally run from Saturday to Saturday
Location
In open countryside, 2 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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