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Casa Doña Angela |
Frigiliana, Andalucia, Spain |
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Behind old, double oak doors at the top of an alleyway hides an old rambling house, a magical oasis of tranquillity in an Andalucian mountain village. The decor is an eclectic mix of antiques and ethnic effects from Spain, Morocco, France and Asia, creating a Moorish feel to a spacious, elegant and comfortable home. |
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Property Info |
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Accommodation Type:
| House |
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Property Setting:
| Mountainous / Near the sea / Romantic / Rural / Village setting |
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Holiday Type:
| Relaxing / Family / Sports & activity / Culture |
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Bedrooms:
| 5 |
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Guests:
| 10 |
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Catering:
| self-catering |
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General Info |
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Casa Doña Angela is a stone’s throw from the church and the village square. Frigiliana is an ancient and historic whitewashed mountain village, pueblo blanco, of exceptional beauty and charm, 60 kms east of Málaga and 6kms into the lower slopes of the Sierra Almijara mountain range behind Nerja. Built into the steep hillside on Moorish foundations, the old cobbled streets, so narrow as to restrict the passage of traffic, are lined with pretty flower-filled windows, alleys and doorways. Frigiliana has won several awards as the prettiest village in Andalucía. It is a working village whose livelihood is based on the local agriculture. Village life is simple yet well catered for with a local baker, fishmonger, butcher, pharmacy, tobacconist, and wine-merchant as well as several small general grocers and craft shops. The local bank has the essential cash machine. Numerous bars and restaurants in the village and the nearby countryside serve good, unpretentious local food. |
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Details on the area surrounding the property/accommodation |
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Lovely walks are to be made throughout the surrounding countryside, full of interest for birdwatchers, botanists and artists. The pueblos blancos of Frigiliana, Cómpeta, and Torrox form the Ruta de Vinos of Axarquia. Nerja, on the seaside below Frigiliana, is a 10 minute drive downhill. Although touristic, when inside its narrow streets Nerja has charm - and a wide range of restaurants, bars, shops and cafés. The Cuevas de Nerja, and the renowned Balcon de Europa must both be visited. There are several popular beaches at Nerja which are uncrowded, and many delightful smaller beaches down tracks further to the east. Tennis can be played in Nerja and horseriding is available in the valleys around Frigiliana. Golf, sailing, hang-paragliding, scuba diving, mountain biking, petanque are all enjoyed locally. Skiing nearby in Sierra Nevada. The great historical cities of Granada, Córdoba, Málaga, Ronda and Sevilla with culture, colour, style and buzz, are within touring reach. |
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Getting there & away/local amenities |
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Getting There:
| Travelling to Frigiliana could not be easier. Málaga has a modern, efficient airport. Most of the car hire companies have desks within the airport terminal building. On leaving the airport the N340/E15 Autovia del Mediterraneo is now motorway all the way from Málaga to Nerja and beyond. The house is one hour from Malaga, 1 hour 30 mins from Granada, 2.30 hours from Almeria, Seville and Gibraltar. |
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Nearest airports:
| Malaga 1 hour |
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Nearest train station:
| Malaga 50 mins |
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Nearest ferry terminal:
| Gibraltar/Algeciras |
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Nearest bus stop:
| Frigiliana (local), Nerja (mainline) |
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Car Hire:
| Advised |
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Nearest restaurant:
| Frigiliana |
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Nearest beach:
| 10 minutes / 7kms drive |
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Nearest shop:
| Frigiliana |
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Nearest market:
| Frigiliana |
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More Info |
Owner Info |
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Name |
Angela Leaf Strbac |
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Contact Phone No. |
+34 952 53 32 81 |
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Accommodation details |
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Activities Nearby |
Beach within 20km / Birdwatching / Cycling / Fishing / Golf within 20km / Horse Riding / Skiing / Tennis / Therapies / Walking / Watersports
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Interior Facilities |
CD Player / Cot / Dishwasher / DVD player / Highchair / Internet Access / Linen provided / Log Fire / Maid Service / Telephone / Washing Machine
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Interior Details |
This spacious house is on three floors, and sleeps 8-10 people in three double and two twin rooms. There are five bathrooms with WC, and a separate WC on the ground floor. The kitchen is well equipped and spacious, and there is a separate dining room, sitting room and hallway. For winter visitors there are woodburning stoves and heating, electric blankets and cosy bedding. There are laundry facilities, private phone and free 24 hour ADLSL / WiFi. Linen / towels, beach/bathing towels, bathrobes and hairdryers provided. Travel cots, child’s bed, high chair, baby alarm and extra single bed available on request.
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Exterior Facilities |
BBQ / Courtyard / Garden / Garden Furniture / Parking / Swimming Pool / Terrace
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Exterior Details |
The secluded garden, with a large pool and terraces providing ample shade from the hot sun, is planted with exotic trees and flowers and enjoys magnificent views to the sunset over distant hills. There is a large internal courtyard and outdoor games are provided.
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Further Details |
According to local records, the site on which the property is built was originally the location of Phoenician baths which, in the 18th century, was converted into a soap factory. The older portions of the existing house date from the 12th century. At the beginning of the 17th century legend has it that this house was at one time occupied by the local priest (circa 1615).The house then became the residence of a local merchant, who abandoned it at the start of the Spanish Civil War. The property then remained abandoned till 1969 when it was purchased by author, playwright and broadcaster Drew Launay. In 1975 the house was purchased by artist Robert Pendered. His wife Maureen, an avid reader, has written a book about travelling in Spain. In 1994 Robert and Maureen Pendered relinquished their much loved second home in Andalucía to the present owner, London-based ex-opera singer and musician Angela Leaf Štrbac.
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Conditions of Rental |
Reservations held for one week pending receipt of deposit. Deposit is 25% of total agreed cost.
Balance to be received and cleared one month before arrival. Reservations are confirmed by receipt of payment, either by cheque or by direct transfer to our bank in Spain. We reserve the right to charge a cancellation fee in respect of cancellations made more than 60 days prior to arrival date. No refund will be made in respect of cancellations made within 60 days, postponed arrival, or early departure. Therefore we suggest that you take out comprehensive travel insurance. Extra private quarters for 2 more persons may be available for rent together with the house as a whole, thereby providing accommodation for 10 persons. Please enquire for more details.
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Other Information |
Babysitting available / Child Friendly / Pet Friendly / Short breaks available
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What visitors have said about Casa Doña Angela |
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