El APARTAMENTO: private Andalucían farmhouse, exotic garden wi-fi

Details of the Apartment

EL APARTAMENTO, the self-contained upper floor of a traditional Andalucian farmhouse - CORTIJO NUEVO. Exterior staircase entrance, private with dining terrace and furniture for 4 travellers + chimenea BBQ/heater. Spiral stairs lead to large second private garden - spacious (40 sq.metre) Sun garden/terrace with lovely 360º views - Mediterranean, Motril & mountain backdrop. Benefits from all-day sun, tan from dawn til dusk - ample loungers, pot plants and drying lines. Also ideal for evening use - marvellous sunsets and starry skies - remember the Rioja! El Apartamento, also has full use of the exotic mature gardens, shared with the Cortijo and CASA PEQUENA (Ref: 1499) which is also available for holiday rentals. The Apartment & Casita can be rented together, to allow larger groups of 4/6 travellers - Maximum. Sorry ADULTS ONLY, no infants or children under 16 years to maintain the sense of peace and tranquility. The Cortijo and gardens are nicely laid out, so each home enjoys their own space and privacy, clothing optional. Also communal terraces and patios created for sole use of guests - these sub-tropical gardens are unusual in regular holiday property. An Ideal holiday destination for travellers seeking a tranquil holiday away from the package deal. Excellent base to soak up the rugged beauty of Andalucia, CAR ESSENTIAL to explore the many attractions in the area. The COSTA TROPICAL offers a diverse range of beaches diving & snorkling, windsurfing, paragliding, jet-ski, nudism, fishing or just sunbathing and swimming. Many have a good range of restaurants and bars with excellent fresh local seafood and often free tapas. Granada coastline main resorts include SALOBRENA, ALMUNECAR, CASTELL DE FERRO, TORRENUEVA, LA HERRADURA as well as MOTRIL. Inland, quick easy access to the timeless mountain villages of LAS ALPUJARRAS, LECRIN VALLEY & SIERRA NEVADAS. Also a good base for bargain property searches - many travellers have bought when staying here - Motril has many agents and Lawyers. The area remains SPANISH, restaurants and tapas bars are varied and cheap. Motril Port area has many excellent fish restaurants . Nearby Motril town - 5 minute drive - is a thriving market town, busy year round. Not a purpose built tourist resort that closes 6 months of the year! Benefits from excellent shopping facilities supermarkets, including a large hypermarket, boutiques & daily indoor food market. Nightclubs limited and thankfully no British pubs or businesses! Nearby, village Puntalon (10 minute walk) has a restaurant and two small bars - but really need to centre on Motril for everyday needs. The immediate location is semi-rural and quiet considering its proximity to Motril town - 3kms. The whole area has a fast growing economy, based around horticulture as well as tourism - mainly Spanish. All this is facilitated by the improving road network and easy links with three international airports GRANADA/MALAGA/ALMERIA. Although on a touring holiday, possible to use Alicante, Gibraltar, Murcia or even Madrid - less than 5 hour drive - excellent motorway. SUB-TROPICAL GARDENS Many sub-tropical fruits and vegetables are produced in the area, often for export to the large supermarkets of Northern Europe. Some surrounding land is covered with Invernaderos (plastic greenhouses) regular crops are cherry tomatoes, cucumbers and melons. On open land, often potatoes, leeks, lettuce & asparagus. The hillsides are used for sub-tropical fruits and further inland olives, almonds & chesnuts. The Apartments mature gardens are home to many native plants, some fruit trees, palms and flowering shrubs. In season help youself to avocados & citrus fruits. Enjoying, probably the Best climate in mainland Europe - averaging over 320 sunny days a year - snow & frosts very rare on the coast! Mild Winters as the property still at sea level. Also enjoy tranquil fountain areas, BBQ & various patios - ideal for Al Fresco dining. Not forgetting the Summer kitchen, fully equipped for 6 travellers charcoal bbq, gas paellero, honesty fridge, sink. Private swimming pool, shared only with any occupants of Casa Pequeña - normally just one or two. Fully illuminated and private, with seating and ample sun loungers under a vine covered terrace. Travellers find the gardens extremely relaxing (check out the independent REVIEWS) and can be used 24/7 - the perfect place to chill or read countless books. Many different corners in both sun or shade - plus your own private terrace/balcony and roof-top sun terrace. All furnished for 4 - Panoramic views of the Mediterranean coast, mountains and Motril. Well Behaved and socialised pet DOGS WELCOME - my 2 waggy dogs ( Boris & Hector) live on site, spending much of the day dozing - an example the guests often follow! New Secure gated area on lower terrace, if required. ACCOMMODATION Comfortably furnished and well equipped for full time occupancy, not simply holiday lets. Multi-Language satellite TV system, modern kitchen area with usual appliances. DVD + movie collection, Wireless Broadband (bring your laptop on working stay - free use 24/7). Spacious double bedroom with Queen bed + i-pod dock. Separate spacious living room with double chesterfield sofa-bed and large squashy sofa. Tiled bathroom/WC, bath with shower over. Maximum occupany 3. Although, perhaps more suitable for couples or single travellers. NEW - 2017 ADULTS ONLY no infants or children under 16 years to maintain the calm, relaxed feel and tranquility. LGBT friendly. Naturists welcome. On arrival cleaned & beds made; complementary welcome drink/snack - UPGRADE to comprehensive LUXURY Welcome + £50 (can be tailored to your requirements) - useful after long journey, late arrivals and weekends. LONG STAY DISCOUNTS start at just 2 weeks! Go to price/availability calendar now for accurate Price Quote now. Or Contact Direct for Best Price & any questions.
This holiday apartment in Motril is pet / dog friendly.