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El Rinconcillo
Atalbeitar, Las Alpujarras
Sleeps 6 in 3 bedrooms (1 bathrooms)Swimming Pool: No | ID Number: 28
Price per week
Low: 375€ | Mid: 375€ | High: 525€
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Holiday lettings in Beautifully Restored Moorish House in Unspoilt Village of Atalbeitar.
El Rinconcillo is a Secluded House Bordered by Almond Orchards with Spectacular Views
Sleeps 1/6 (2/3 bedrooms)
El Rinconcillo is located on the very edge of the tranquil village of Atalbeitar, one of a collection of seven white-washed, moorish villages that make up La Taha; a south-facing valley on the slopes of Mulhacen, the highest mountain in Spain. Its ancient donkey lanes make it a car-free village, peaceful and safe for children. The house has been recently restored using traditional materials in original ways, with simplicity and comfort in mind. Chestnut beams, bedrock corners and many unique touches give it a rustic beauty, and provide an enchanting base from which to explore the magical surroundings of the Sierra Nevada National Park.
Prices
For 1/4 persons
October - April €375/week
May - September €525/week
Christmas / New Year / Easter weeks €525/week
Bedroom 3 + €112.50/week
Changeover day
Saturday is preferred change over day, arrival after 4pm, departure before 10:30am. This may be flexible however, depending on other bookings.
Accommodation
Bedrooms: Bedroom 1 a cosy oriental-style room with double bed, and polished wooden floors.
Bedroom 2 an unusual room with features carved into rock, has double bed & private balcony.
Bedroom 3 (available on request) with twin beds, antique washbasin and private terrace.
Bathrooms: 1 Shower room with wc and basin.
1 Bathroom with large antique stand-alone bath, bidet and wc, access off living room.
Plenty of hot water 24 hrs, supplied by an electric boiler.
Kitchen: Style: rustic Art Nuveau? It's warm colours and earthenware floor tiles inspire good cooking. Well-fitted, and opens out onto terrace to one side and dining room to other.
Utility Room: Large utility cupboard off entrance hall contains a washing machine, iron/ironing board, and hoover.
Living Rooms: Morrocan living room, cosy seating area, spacious dining area, hand-made morrocan fireplace, french doors open onto the terrace and let plenty of light into the room.
Terrace: A wonderful place where you can have all your meals whilst enjoying fantastic views.
Other: The entrance is off a private courtyard, with both shade and sun and rich in flowers and plant life, this ample space provides a good alternative spot in which to enjoy Andalucia's summer climate.
Cleaning/towels/linen/maid service: Linen and towels are provided, except beach towels.
Notes on accommodation
Heating is by an open wood fire (wood available at little extra cost) electric heaters are available on request in winter. Pets not accepted. Property has two storeys, connected by an antique staircase-ladder; due to its steepness it is not toddler-safe, nor is it recommended for persons of limited mobility.
Amenities/Facilities provided
Hob, oven, fridge/freezer, washing machine,
iron/ironing board.
Games, Barbacue, Biciycle space in courtyard.
Outside
The house has an expansive terrace with a pergola and a growing vine for shade, raised over a hillside of orchards and goat pasture, leading down to the Trevelez river valley. Extraordinary views give onto untouched mountains, valleys, and weather-permitting, the sea.
Coast/Beach
1 hr drive to Salobrena, an old Moorish coastal town with sandy beaches, good fish restaurants and an impressive cliff-top castle. A short distance from there and you can find all manner of hidden coves, beaches and villages to explore.
Almunecar is 1 ½ away, this is another Moorish coastal town that offers it all. Including a magnificent Flee Market on the 1st Saturday of every month.
Skiing
The Sierra Nevada ski resort is 1hr 45mins drive away, where 35km of slopes and very reasonable prices make for an exciting and affordable day out. The season runs from December through to end of April.
Travel
The nearest airport is Granada, at 1 1/2 hrs drive, which now receives regular flights from the UK. Malaga international airport is also nearby at 2 1/2 hrs drive. There is a public bus service serving the village of Pitres (3 km away), with 3 buses/day to Orgiva, which in turn has connections to the major cities, but we recommend hiring a car to be able to appreciate fully what the area has to offer.
Distances
Pitres, 3km by road, or a pleasant 2 km cross-country walk is our nearest centre, with all amenities...Market day on Fridays, bank, supermarket, bakery, bars and restaurants, and a large open air swimming pool surrounded by grass lawns and fine views.
Ferreirola, Mecina, Fondales and Portugos are all very close to Atalbeitar, between 15 and 30 minutes walk in different directions by the Moorish paths. They all have great character and charm. Worth of a visit and a beautiful walk.
Trevelez, 9km, is the highest village in Spain, and also worth a visit for its dramatic location, and famous serrano hams.
Granada is approximately 1 1/4 hrs away, with its fascinating historic centre, the Alhambra palace, 'hammams' (Turkish baths), the old Moorish quarter Albaizin and superb shopping. Also the entire province of Granada offers free Tapas with each drink you buy!
Further details
Worth mentioning is the network of good walking paths criss-crossing this area of rich wildlife, the most famous of which is the 'Camino Real' or GR7, which passes through the village of Atalbeitar, en route from the coast of Almeria to the city of Granada taking in the breathtakingly beautiful villages of the Poqueira valley, 2 hrs walk from the house.
Also available is pony trekking and mountain biking and for those drawn to spiritual exploring, the Tibetan Buddhist monastery of Ose Ling is approximately 30 minutes away by car.
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