Rural stone cottage with pool & tennis court in Andalucia, Spain

One-Off Feature

Situated among wonderful mountain scenery in Southern Spain, amidst cork oak and chestnut forests, the cottages of Molino Rio Alájar provide a comfortable retreat in a unique Spanish setting in the Sierra de Aracena natural park. Pool, tennis court and gardens to relax in. Charming holiday cottages in a rural and peaceful area. This property is part of our holidays in Spain collection of handpicked unique and unusual places to stay.

General Info

There are six houses on site, each sleeping from two to five people, with terraces for outdoor dining in spring or summer and fireplaces for cozy winter evenings. A short walk from your cottage, along country lanes lined with stone walls, takes you to the pretty village of Alájar with its white houses, winding, cobbled streets, and great selection of bars & restaurants. High above the cluster of white houses towers la Peña de Arias Montano, a craggy cliff with a sixteenth century hermitage set on its peak. Heaven for walkers, bird lovers, horse riders and lovers of the great outdoors. Molino Rio Alajar is very family friendly and pet friendly. The pool on site is enclosed, there are outdoor games, equipment for babies and young children, and babysitting is available by appointment. The owners can tailormake a family friendly program for you, to include nature, hiking, outdoor activities, and visits to local sites such as caves, museums and trains.

The Area Surrounding The Property / Accommodation

A short walk takes you to the village of Alájar with several interesting bars and restaurants. High above is la Peña de Arias Montano, a craggy cliff with a sixteenth century chapel on its peak. Aracena, the main town, is only twenty minutes away. It boasts a fine thirteenth century Templar church and the Gruta de las Maravillas, an impressive limestone cavern. Spain's largest wildlife sanctuary and a World Heritage Site, the Coto de Doñana National Park, is within reach. One of the last wild areas of Europe, visited by a great variety of migrating birds, and home to wild lynx. Seville, Mérida, and Huelva are within a drive of just more than an hour. There is an equestrian centre 25 mins drive away which offers both private and group horse-riding tours. The Dutch owners of the Molino have a sound knowledge of the area and detailed walking routes and itineraries are available.

Getting There & Local Amenities

Getting There:
The nearest airport is Seville, 100 km. Use of private cars is recommended, but there is a bus service twice daily from Seville. Take the A66 towards Mérida and then N433 towards Aracena and Portugal. From Aracena, take the A470 to Alajar and follow signposts from the main road.

Nearest Airport:
Seville 100 km

Nearest Train Station:
Almonaster-Cortegana 15 km

Nearest Bus Stop:
Alajar 2 km

Nearest Restaurant:
2 km

Nearest Beach:
120 km

Nearest Shop:
2 km

Car Hire:
Advised

Accommodation Details

Interior Details
El Águila is suitable for a couple or a small family and consists of a living room with a kitchen area. The double bedroom has a spiral staircase leading to a mezzanine with two beds for children. The bathroom has a full size bath, In winter the house is warmed by a cosy fireplace and underfloor heating. The bedroom has air conditioning.

The larger houses sleep four to six people and have underfloor heating. Sitting/dining room with fireplace, open kitchen, a bathroom with shower, toilet and washbasin. The kitchen has a five-ring gas hob, electric oven, fridge, microwave and stainless steel cookware, cutlery and crockery, plus ironing board and iron. In the living-room there is also a TV and CD/DVD player. Music and movies can be borrowed from the common room, where there is a good collection to choose from. This communal room has a sitting and dining area in front of an open fireplace. All bedrooms have air conditioning. Free wireless internet connection available in all the houses.

Exterior Details
Guests can enjoy a large pool (available from end March to October), all-weather tennis court and colourful gardens where they can relax and enjoy the pristine Sierra air. The tennis court is bordered by fruit trees and with views of the surrounding mountains. Tennis rackets and tennis balls are available for guest use, though do feel free to bring your own. At night the court can be illuminated for a small fee. Lessons are available. There is table football, table tennis, boules and outdoor chess. Outside on the terrace you will find a barbecue. Guests can pick their own vegetables from the garden and firewood is provided in the houses. Extra firewood is available.

Conditions
Minimum stay two nights (7 nights in July and August / 4 nights over Christmas & New Year). Check in from 4pm, check out by 10am. 25% non refundable deposit due on booking. Balance due 4 weeks before arrival. Meal delivery from local restaurants is available. Mountain bike hire available (including electric bikes) per day or per week.

Property Info

Accommodation Type

Cottages

Property Setting

Village / Rural

Exterior Facilities