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"La Molina del Olivar". | 
Ready for relaxing ! |
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Pool from the terrace | .JPG)
The cool sitting room |
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Eating al fresco | 
Eating in |
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Twin bedroom | 
Double bedroom |
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Your holiday hide-away | 
In the Courtyard Garden |
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Kitchen with bread oven | 
The single bedroom |
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Property |
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La Molina del Olivar |
Riogordo, Andalucia, Spain |
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Beautiful 13th century restored olive Millhouse, situated in a peaceful secluded setting nestling among olive groves, with spectacular panoramic views of the mountains and unspoilt countryside. Lovingly restored to retain its unique character and rustic charm,but with all mod cons and a fantastic pool to relax by. |
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Property Info |
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Accommodation Type:
| Mills & Millhouses |
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Property Setting:
| Mountainous / Near the Sea / Beachfront / Village / Rural |
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Holiday Type:
| Relaxing / Family / Sports & activity / Culture |
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Bedrooms:
| 3 |
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Guests:
| 5 |
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Catering:
| self-catering |
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General Info |
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This tranquil villa in Andalucia offers comfortable and spacious family accommodation. It is on a south facing hillside 3kms from the pretty whitewashed village of Riogordo. This small and unspoilt area of Andalucia –to the north east of Malaga - is still a well kept secret. Untouched by mass tourism, and surrounded by National Parks it is designated an area of outstanding natural beauty between the Sea and Sierras. The property has been lovingly restored in traditional "Tipico" style, keeping all the original features, and using only traditional materials in order to preserve its unique ambience. Ceilings are all beamed with eucalyptus poles, and floors have either handmade terracotta tiles or the original stone, whilst all the windows have wooden shutters. The old mill, which adjoins the living accommodation, still contains the millstones and olive press. |
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Details on the area surrounding the property/accommodation |
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This is a wonderful area for those who enjoy walking through glorious countryside, bird watching and painting etc., or if you like the idea of exploring on horseback, trekking is now available locally. There are tracks and goat paths all around and several National Parks within easy reach. The spring flowers are world renowned, and spring and autumn also sees the arrival of migrating birds on their way to and from Africa, including many eagles and birds of prey. The beaches are wide, clean and mostly uncrowded. All along the coast you will find little beachside restaurants known as "chiringuitos" where fresh sardines are grilled over olive-wood fires, and in the Nerja area there are many small rocky coves offering superb snorkelling. There is also a scuba diving school and all other water sports. There are several country bar/restaurants nearby, and the pleasant seaside resort of Torre-del-Mar is only a 25 minute drive and offers all facilities and shops. |
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Getting there & away/local amenities |
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Getting There:
| Full driving directions to the house from Malaga airport will be sent to you with the Keys, 2 weeks before departure. Please let us know if you will be coming by an alternative route, i.e. Granada/Madrid. It is a 40 minute drive from Malaga, and 1 hour from Granada Airport to La Molina. It is also now possible to travel by high speed train from Madrid to Malaga city (or even all the way from London via Paris!) |
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Nearest airports:
| Malaga / Granada 40 minutes/ 1 hour |
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Nearest train station:
| Malaga / Antequera 45 minutes |
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Nearest ferry terminal:
| Malaga |
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Nearest bus stop:
| Riogordo |
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Car Hire:
| Essential |
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Nearest restaurant:
| La Valeta, 5 minutes or many others within 15 mins |
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Nearest beach:
| 25 minutes at Torre del Mar |
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Nearest shop:
| Riogordo |
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Nearest market:
| Riogordo |
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More Info |
Owner Info |
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Heather Merricks |
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Contact Phone No. |
+441256762954 |
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Accommodation details |
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Activities Nearby |
Beach within 30km / Birdwatching / Canoeing / Climbing / Cycling / Fishing / Golf within 30km / Horse Riding / Skiing / Walking / Watersports
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Interior Facilities |
Cot / Highchair / DVD player / Linen provided / Log Fire / Television / Washing Machine
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Interior Details |
The ground floor has a large dining room, a well equipped kitchen / breakfast room and a large split level sitting room. The sitting room (complete with day beds for your siestas!) used to be the donkey stables and overlooks and opens into the rear walled garden. There is also a shower room and WC, and a stone staircase leading upstairs. There is one double, one twin and one single room. The master bedroom is ensuite and has a king sized bed.
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Exterior Facilities |
BBQ / Courtyard / Garden / Parking / Swimming Pool / Terrace
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Exterior Details |
To the front of the house is a pretty cane roofed terrace area with table and chairs for outdoor dining and traditional style built-in barbecue. From this terrace, a path and steps lead down to the private swimming pool surrounded by terraces with sun loungers and umbrellas. The 10x5m pool has corner steps at the shallow end and a flat area of 2 metres making access easier for children. It is 1m deep in the shallow end, dropping to 2m in the deep end. There is a salt water purification system ensuring clean water (and no stinging eyes!) and a freshwater shower on the terrace as well as a changing room at the side of the pool. If you wish to swim under the stars,there is underwater lighting available at night. Flower filled gardens surround the property and include the walled garden/courtyard. There are many trees in the grounds including Olives (one reported to be 2,000 years old!) Pomegranate, Fig, Almond and Oranges trees, and most importantly 2 lemon trees providing a constant sup
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Further Details |
The rolling hillsides are covered with a patchwork of olive and almond trees on the higher ground, and fruit, mainly peaches, grapes, oranges, lemons and avocados on the lower slopes. Peaceful river valleys wind their way down to the sea, and all around you the dramatic mountains form a panoramic backdrop to the breathtaking views. In the morning and evening the light on the hills and mountains produces an ever-changing tapestry of colours. This is the totally tranquil setting of this villa in Andalucia.
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Conditions of
Rental |
All prices for this villa in Andalucia are are fully inclusive of electricity, water, gas and central heating, bed linen and bathroom towels (weekly linen change). A deposit of one third of the total rental is requested at the time of booking, with the balance to be paid eight weeks before travel. Also at that time a refundable security deposit of £250.00 per booking is requested against breakages/damages or extra cleaning. This will be refunded to you following your return.
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Other Information |
Child Friendly / Ideal for honeymoons
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What visitors have said about La Molina del Olivar |
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"La Molina del Olivar was exactly what we needed.
A beautiful and peaceful location in the hills where we were able to just sit back and relax, the pool was idyllic and a wonderful traditional unspoilt villa.
We whiled away countless evenings with a glass of wine and food on the BBQ in anticipation of another carefree day in the hills..."
Mrs.S.Charrington, London.U.K., Sep 2011 
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Thank you for letting us have the use of your lovely house again. It was great to return, and lovely to be there at a different time of the year. We enjoyed the Easter celebrations in the village, and all the spring flowers. The girls did use the pool, but would like to visit another time when perhaps the weather is warmer for swimming! Altogether, a most enjoyable holiday.
Mr. &Mrs. M.G., Konigstein, Germany, Apr 2011
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"Relaxing beyond imagination" One of the most relaxing and interesting properties we can ever remember staying in. The conversion has been done very professionaly, and obviously with much love and care which is a great credit to you.........Finally, thank you again for a wonderful relaxing stay with a lovely pool. (We went"skinny dipping" for the first time in our lives, the seclusion was so perfect!)
Mr. & Mrs. T. T., Hayling Island, Hampshire, Jun 2009
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Just got back a couple of hours ago. What a wonderful place you have, so peaceful and beautiful, We started the week overworked and very frazzled, but have returned completely relaxed - it's that sort of place! We're delighted to have found such a gem, thank you for sharing such a great place with us!
Mr & Mrs B. P., Somerset, Sep 2009
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We highly recommend this villa. We have stayed here at least 3 times and keep returning for more! The owners are very friendly and helpful, the location is a fantastic escape, with 360 degree views of mountains and beautiful countryside, although if you want the beach and town, they are only a 20 minute drive away. The accommodation is lovely and we hold many special memories of sunbathing by the large clean pool.
Simon and family, Dorset.U.K., Aug 2008
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Thank you for allowing us to stay in your lovely home. La Molina is such a beautiful place and we really fell in love with her, and the surroundings. We enjoyed the charming character and the way you have restored the house.
The weather was hot, so we all enjoyed making full use of the lovely pool, and eating out under the stars in the evening. We would love to come again.
Mr. & Mrs.M.G., Konigstein, Germany, Jul 2008
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La Molina is a gem. Bautifully restored (keeping a lot of the original features), with a lovely garden and pool and beautifull views. Well maintained, clean and comfortable, and Tony and Heather were most helpful. It's location is off the beaten track, so the house is very peaceful and private, but it's only 10 mins. drive to Riogordo for a reasonable selection of shops and bars. We so enjoyed our week in Aug,2008, we have booked a 2 week return this year.
Mr.&Mrs.JD., Somerset. U.K., Aug 2008
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We have had a wonderful holiday at your house. It certainly is in a splendid location, Lovely countryside and very peaceful. We made full use of the lovely swimming pool and shady areas, and bathed ourselves in the tranquility of the location! The house itself was one of the best we have ever stayed in, and it will certainly be
added to our 'places to visit again' list.
Mrs JT, Chester, UK, Jul 2007
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We had a wonderful holiday, and found La Molina the perfect place to relax. The house and grounds are lovely and the pool fantastic. Hopefully we'll be back soon.
Mrs SH, East Lothian, UK, Aug 2007
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Thank you so much for letting us stay in your beautiful home in Spain. We had the most relaxing two weeks imaginable--& great weather, 34o everyday. We could have stayed all summer and completely fell in love with this part of Spain!
Mr. & Mrs. S.Fletcher, Chesterfield, Derbyshire,u.k., Jul 2011
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