This magnificent manor house is perfect for those seeking peace and tranquillity, or as a very comfortable base from which to explore this beautiful area of Andalucia and take advantage of all the activities on offer. An hour’s drive in one direction will bring you to the magical city of Granada, while a short drive in the other direction will bring you to the coast with its bustling seaside villages and beaches. The many activities available include country walks, water sports at the beaches of Almunécar or La Herradura, and winter skiing in the Sierra Nevada. There is also an excellent 18-hole golf course just outside Granada.
The setting for the property is spectacular, at the top of a tropical valley (440 metres above sea level) amidst palm trees and tropical plants. Dating from the 15th century, the house has recently been renovated, retaining original features such as the magnificent columned and vaulted drawing room with stone fireplace, and the wood-panelled dining room.
The ornamental Moorish-style gardens have also been restored to their former glory, and guests can relax in peace surrounded by centuries old palm trees, box hedges, exotic plants and fountains. Ancient cypress trees border a beautiful swimming pool, fed by a natural spring. There is also a tennis court for guests’ use.
A private chapel within the grounds means the property can be rented for weddings. Wedding receptions, parties, conferences and other events can be arranged on request.
The rooms at the property are all spacious, with all the bedrooms having private bathrooms. Cots are also available. There is a telephone/fax and e-mail facilities in the library. There is no central heating, but there are electric heaters and open log fires during the winter months.
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Ground Floor
Entrance hall. Cloakroom. Vaulted drawing room with large fireplace. Library. Sitting room with fireplace, satellite TV and video. Dining room. Modern kitchen/breakfast room. Laundry room. Games room. Twin bedroom (disabled access) with en-suite shower room. Internal patio.
First Floor
Suite with 4-poster double bed, sitting area and en-suite bathroom with large bath and separate shower. Large double bedroom with sitting area and en-suite bathroom. Double bedroom with en-suite bathroom. 2 twin bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms. Spacious room with canopied double bed and en-suite bathroom. Twin bedroom with en-suite bathroom and sofa-bed in connecting room. Twin bedroom with sitting area and en-suite bathroom.
Tower
Bedroom with 4-poster double bed, en-suite bathroom and private terrace. Twin bedroom with separate bathroom in converted dovecote on floor above.
Courtyard Cottage (available on request)
Recently decorated rustic-style cottage with kitchen, sitting room, 2 twin bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms and another separate bathroom.
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