THE ELEGANT ANDALUCIAN FARMHOUSE
Sleeps 6 – Price -starts at 4050 euro per week – Available from late April to October – Saturday to Saturday in summer months with some flexibility in low season.
This is an old farmhouse that has been meticulously renovated by its charming owners while keeping the details of the past and combining them with modern amenities. Set on a hill, the property enjoys stunning panoramic views over the valley and lime-stone mountains. The owner’s passion for gardening is evident in the gorgeous Mediterranean gardens which surround the house. In fact this owner is a qualified horticulturalist and has won awards! The house is situated near a quiet hamlet, off the main road to the village and is accessible by a private dirt driveway of 200 metres. One can walk up to the pool area on a pathway lined with shrubs and plants including lavender, olive, nectarine, fig and pomegranate trees. On the patio there is an outdoor dining table for 8 persons.
Interior: The house is bright and decorated in neutral colours with French doors opening to fabulous views of the valley. The property has an elegant country-house feel with original paintings, Turkish kilims and fabrics from India. There is air conditioning in every room. In cooler weather there is underfloor heating and a wood-burner in the living room, making it very cozy.
Master bedroom – has a king-size bed and double doors open onto a Juliette balcony. En-suite bathroom with twin sinks and a bath with shower.
Second bedroom – twin or super-king bedroom with a little balcony. En-suite bathroom with shower and single sink.
Third bedroom – standard double bed with an en-suite bathroom with shower. This bedroom has a super large balcony to enjoy! All bedrooms have fine Egyptian cotton sheets and shutters which keep out the light in the morning.
The kitchen is efficient and attractive and comes with high quality equipment plus Le Creuset cookware, fine china and cloth napkins. There is a fridge-freezer, toaster, kettle and microwave. There is a butler sink and range. A catering service is available on request. Home-made food can be ordered in advance waiting for you on arrival or delivered, hot and ready to eat. A shopping service can also be provided, and a grocery store is 10 minutes away.
Nearby is a famous Natural Park in El Torcal with some of the most dramatic scenery in Europe! Also close by is Andalucía’s largest saltwater lagoon, which is a breeding ground for Europe’s second largest population of flamingos! Antequera is 30 minutes away and has a rich history; being influenced by the Moors and Romans. This region is also famous for its rich green-gold olive oil. Fine examples of the Baroque style can be seen in the city’s religious architecture.
This house is a great base from which to go sight-seeing as Antequera is in the heart of Andalucía, 46 kilometres inland from Malaga and the Costa del Sol. Malaga, Sevilla, Granada and Córdoba are all very easy to get to as the highway links Antequera to all three cities.
The track to the villa is shared by a weekend house owned by an elderly Spanish neighbour. The neighbour’s house is far from the property, so your privacy is maintained.
Extras:
House cleaning – every Saturday but extra service mid-week can be arranged for an extra cost.
This property it is not suitable for people with mobility problems or children under 5 years.
A variety of welcome baskets can be provided for a supplement.
Additional services-such as maid service, baby sitting and cooking. All available on request and paid locally.
Airport pick-up and drop-off can be organized in advance.
This is a NON- SMOKING property.
Security Deposit
A 300 Euro security deposit is held on your credit card for each booking and will be cancelled one week after your holiday, less any reductions for breakages, damage, or extra cleaning.Personal catering service can be arranged in advance.
Shopping can be arranged before arrival or during your stay. Paid locally.
Pool heating, if required, should be requested in advance and is (€30 per day or €210 per week) payable on arrival in cash.
Includes:
Linen, towels and pool towels, utilities, wifi and final cleaning. Full size table tennis table on pool terrace
Selection of DVDs, books and games, 6 Sun beds, 3 sun Umbrellas, night lighting, underfloor heating, air conditioning throughout