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Sunrise and Sunset |
Gijon, Asturias, Spain |
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One-off feature |
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There are not many surprises left in this world but Asturias is one of them (at least until now!). Go from a lazy day on the beach to a cool beer or wine in a quaint fishing village. Sunrise and Sunset are two traditionally restored and beautifully converted ‘horreos’ (granaries) - an idyllic spot for a relaxing and reviving holiday. |
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Property Info |
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Accommodation Type:
| Apartment |
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Property Setting:
| Village / Rural |
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Holiday Type:
| Relaxing / Family / Sports & activity / Culture |
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Bedrooms:
| 2 |
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Guests:
| 5 |
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Catering:
| self-catering |
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General Info |
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Although the apartments are in a rural setting, they are very close to three major cities as well as to the coast. The flats, one of which sleeps 4 and the other 5, have a garden and balconies/terraces and are equipped with sunloungers, tables and chairs, and barbecues. You have everything you could want for al fresco living. A welcome box with essentials can be arranged if required and upon your arrival you will be greeted with a bottle of the region's cider as well as some of the famous 'fabada' beans. |
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Details on the area surrounding the property/accommodation |
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There are excellent cycling and walking routes in this area and the apartments are located next to the famous St James' Way, one of the feeder routes along the coastal path. Canoeing (under instruction) is available on the river Nalon in the beautiful region of Pravia, amongst green hills and wonderful scenery. Horse riding along wild beaches is also on offer. There are walking routes along the flat or up mountains, quad biking and paintballing, and many other adventure activities in the local vicinity. We can help you with these if you would like to make a booking whilst staying here. There are also three ski resorts all within an hour's drive and within 30 minutes' drive there is a variety of good golf courses. Asturias is one of the regions in Spain with the most golf courses per capita, with more courses planned for the near future. |
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Getting there & away/local amenities |
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Getting There:
| It is easier to have a car but if you wish to come by public transport or you are keen cyclist then transport to and from the nearest airport or train station can be arranged. We are 12kms from the nearest big town or fishing village. There is a local bar/restaurant serving local dishes and (of course!) the local cider. If you come by car we are about 3kms from the nearest motorway junction - Montico on the A8 heading towards Aviles. |
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Nearest airports:
| OVD Oviedo Asturias 30 km |
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Nearest train station:
| Veriña 7 km |
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Nearest ferry terminal:
| Santander 250 kms |
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Nearest bus stop:
| Local bus to Gijon 100 metres |
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Car Hire:
| Optional |
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Nearest restaurant:
| Two good local bars/restaurants 1 km down the road |
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Nearest beach:
| Xivares or Candas 10 kms |
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Nearest shop:
| La Maniega bar has a small shop 1 km |
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Nearest market:
| Lots to choose from nearly every day of the week |
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More Info |
Owner Info |
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Name |
Terri Mitchell |
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Contact Phone No. |
0034 617414586 |
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Accommodation details |
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Activities Nearby |
Beach within 30km / Birdwatching / Canoeing / Cycling / Fishing / Golf within 30km / Horse Riding / Tennis / Therapies / Walking / Watersports
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Interior Facilities |
DVD player / Internet Access / Linen provided / Television
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Interior Details |
Sunrise has 2 bedrooms and can sleep up to 5. The main bedroom is located downstairs and contains a double bed, side tables and wardrobe. The upstairs bedroom consists of three single beds, wardrobe and side table. This room leads out into the gallery and is accessed through a lobby at the top of the spiral stairs. The sofa-bed is located in the lounge/living area which caters comfortably for 2 persons. Sunset sleeps up to 4 in a baby crib, a double bed, and a studio couch. Both flats have excellent facilities for cooking and dining, the lounges are equipped with TVs and all the heating is electric. A cot or highchair is available and there is a washing machine on site. Guests can make use of the WiFi connection.
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Exterior Facilities |
Balcony / BBQ / Courtyard / Garden / Parking / Terrace
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Exterior Details |
Outside the apartments is a peaceful, private garden with plenty of furniture for outdoor eating. Sunrise has a private porch, Sunset a balcony, and both have a terrace upon which there is a BBQ charcoal grill and sunloungers.
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Further Details |
Sunrise and Sunset are rural and sit in a beautiful valley surrounded by hills, where there magnificent views of the whole coastline and the ancient dolmens. The property has animals (dwarf goats, sheep and chickens as well as a dog and two cats) which children will love, and all of this helps towards the recycling policy that we encourage here.
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Conditions of
Rental |
A deposit of 50% is needed to confirm your reservation, with the remainder to be paid upon arrival. A breakage deposit of 100 euros is charged and a cleaning charge of 25 euros is payable when you leave. All linen and towels are provided.
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Other Information |
Child Friendly / Other rental properties on site / Pet Friendly / Short breaks available
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What visitors have said about Sunrise and Sunset |
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Excellent; extremely helpful people (owners). Wonderful location. Easy access to places of interest and the beach. Accommodation very good. The best thing was the helpful owners - nothing was too much trouble! A fantastic holiday, highly recommended for couples, families with small children, families with teenagers, groups of friends .... everyone, really!
Paul, Gail and Oliver, Margate, Aug 2008 
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We are a family of five with three children aged between 10 and 17. This was our first visit to Asturias and was a great three week holiday... The accommodation itself was very well situated between the three major towns of Oviedo, Gijon and Aviles with a range of good beaches within 10 to 20 minutes' drive and on our more adventurous days our location allowed us to visit the beaches and towns of both eastern and western Asturias and return easily within the day. The standard of the property is first class - we stayed in The Sunrise which was converted from an old granary which was full of character but with modern fittings and finishes. Our hosts Terri and Juan could not have been more friendly or amenable. Nothing was too much trouble, from inside knowledge on the best beaches and walks, where to park in the towns, booking restaurants (and translating the menus!) to organising our canoeing trip, our hosts did everything possible to enable us to make the most of our stay. As if this was not enough, their growing assortment of farmyard animals and pets are guaranteed to enchant any youngsters in the party who will rush to feed them scraps after any meals. Overall, we had a great holiday. If you enjoy the coastal scenery of Devon and Cornwall or walking the Lakes but want to do it in peak season without the crowds then you will love Asturias. So many thanks Terri and Juan for helping us to have such a fantastic holiday!
The Barton Family, Aug 2009
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My first visit to the beautifully tranquil region of El Valle in Asturias, I was taken into another world where farming is still practised by hand with a sythe, wonderful Horreos converted into lodgings, in particular 'Fancornio' have done with style. Tastefully decorated, modern and fresh surroundings with the green hills and peaceful walks leading to neolithic stones, tasting the fruits of Asturias in the form of cidre, the traditional and entertaining way, make sure you don't have your best shoes on! Opens your eyes to a different view of Spain. Just a hop skip and a jump away from wonderful mountain tracks, beaches and lovely fishing port towns and mountain villages. All of this together with the added bonus of having fabulous hosts, a warm welcome and super friendly! A wonderful place worth going back to year after year. Thank you Terri and Juan for a great holiday.
Annabel, May 2008
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Great base for exploring the Asturian countryside, beautiful beach only 10 min drive down the road, house at foot of mountain walk. My dog and I really enjoyed a relaxing stay here at half term. Terri, Juan, and the boys really made us feel welcome. Loved seeing the chickens and lambs every morning too. (Owners are English speaking with Spanish know how...). If you want to visit real Spain...this is a great place to come.
Dog lover, Oct 2009
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My daughter (5yrs) had a lovely stay at this property. The accommodation is a lovely mixture of traditional and contemporary and most important comfortable. The house is nestled in the side of a beautiful valley with easy access to plenty of walks for various abilities. This region is very traditionally Spanish and there are many historical attractions although hire car essential. We hope to be able to return some time very soon.
Caroline and Liddy, Feb 2007
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If you wish to learn a well hidden secret, visit El Valle and stay in the Asturias. If you wish to enjoy your visit further make sure you stay here. This is our second visit and the atmosphere and tranquillity here far surpasses many other places I have visited in the world. For me it is home from home, with the added opportunity for adventure and exploration thrown in. Every corner twists into into a new vista, every corner shows me new charms. If one could merely gaze around all corners, I'm sure the historic charms of this fascinating area would take me beyond a life time and again to absorb everything it has to offer. The surf rumbles, as it has since the beginning of time onto the most picturesque beaches - each one differing from the next. Ferns jostle with eucalyptus, as one journeys down to little bays and inlets, - these too, reluctant to release the well kept secret of the Spanish Asturias as they hide the view until the last tantilising moment.
I have enjoyed local bars, food and company not necessarily in that order. Whiled away many an hour drinking coffee and watching the ever changing hum of the different market days that occur throughout Spain.
I've experienced history from Jurassic times onward. Travelled in a canoe past scenery that competes on is own level with Switzerland. Then I have returned home to the above accommodation, a little like stepping through my own front door. Therefore it would be an insult to assume that the property was not well maintained, clean etc.
The owners provided a faultless customer service and were eager and enthusiastic to provide for our every need and inquiry. THEIR enthusiasm enabled us to experience new parts of Asturia we never knew existed. The Botanical Garden, many of the bookable canoe trips, the local coastal routes, the fish restaurants, Gijon, a locally arranged cider talk and demonstration are few of many musts to enjoy.
Need I say more. Book and make your own exciting choices.
Gail, Paul and Oliver (repeating guests), Margate, Jul 2009
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