Pizarra Self Contained Cottage in Pizarra. Set in its own grounds within 8 acres of Almond Farm. 15 mins to amenities, shared Pool. From the enclosed garden of the Casita there are gentle views across the valley. Depending on the time of the year, you may see fields being ploughed with mules or oxen, almonds or olives being picked Sleeps 4/5 1 Double Room, 1Triple/Twin Room
From the enclosed garden of the Casita there are gentle views across the valley. Depending on the time of the year, you may see fields being ploughed with mules or oxen, almonds or olives being picked. The area is alive with wild birds, including the vivid coloured bee eaters and the somewhat comical looking hoopoes. Imperial eagles nest in the rocks of the Sierra. The open countryside around invites one to take a walk. From a stroll 'around the block', to a hike of several miles. In the spring, this is particularly delightful when wild flowers are abundant. Views from the top of the Sierra are magnificent. The finca is away from the hustle and bustle though not isolated, but you will need to hire a car if you plan to venture beyond the locality. Fifteen minutes by car from the fast growing pueblo of Pizarra with its many restaurants, bars and shops. 20 golf courses within easy driving distance.
Location Summary
Nearest Airport
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35 minutes
Nearest Village/Town
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6 km, 15 minutes
Nearest Beach
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35 minutes
Nearest Bar/Pub
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4 km, 10 minutes
Nearest Restaurant
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4 km, 10 minutes
Travel
Malaga Airport - 35 mins by car. Granada Airport - 1 hour by car. Car hire is recommended. There is a good train service to Malaga City and the coast from Pizarra Station. The AVE high speed train runs from Malaga to Madrid, taking 2.5 hours and there are 12 trains a day.
Accommodation
Property Type
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Cottage, Self Catering, 2 bedroom, Maximum Sleeping Capacity 5
Restrictions on smoking
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Smoking restricted. Outdoor Areas only for the comfort of other guests.
Bedrooms
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Bedroom 1 with double bed.
Bedroom 2 with 2/3 single beds.
Bathrooms
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Bathroom with wash basin, bath/shower over, WC.
En-suite bathroom to bedroom 2 with shower, washbasin, WC.
Kitchen Facilities
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Kettle, Toaster, Microwave, Fridge, Hob, Full Crockery
Living Rooms
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There is a sofa in the sitting room which has air-conditioning and heating. There is also freeview Satellite Television, BBC, ITV etc, DVD and video player as well as a radio with CD player. There is a selection of books and games, as well as a toy box.
External facilities
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Patio area, gas barbecue. Patio table and chairs. Sun loungers at the Casita.
The Fincas Pool and Terrace has a small Summer House. Sun loungers, tables, chairs and large sun shades. A selection of lilos/toys for use in the pool.
WiFI access to the Internet is available around the Casita and Pool area.
Additional information
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There is a selection of books and games, as well as a toy box for small children. A cot, high chair are available if required. Guests are welcome to use the owners pool, but be aware we have several dogs and they are likely to join you poolside! The property, Finca Rio Grana is an old almond farm covering about 8 acres and guests are welcome to wander. We also keep free range ducks and chickens that are fed a natural, additive free diet and dependant on the time of year, eggs may be available. For the children (and even the adults!), sometimes chicks and ducklings may be seen!
Facilities
Parking Facilities
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The Casita has it own Garden Area with gated drive and parking space for 2 cars.
Singles Facilities
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Yes. We are able to offer facilities for singles.
Honeymoon Facilities
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No. We are sorry, we are not able to offer honeymoon facilities.
Wedding Facilities
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No. We are sorry, we are not able to offer wedding facilities.
General Amenities/Facilities
Satellite TV, TV, DVD, Video, CD Player, Internet Connection, Air Conditioning, Room Fans, Cot, High Chair, Barbeque, Patio Furniture, Heated Pool - Communal
Special Notes
Disabled Access
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No. We are sorry, our facilities are not disabled and/or wheelchair friendly.
Child Friendly
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Yes. Our facilities are child friendly. Whilst we consider our accommodation to be child friendly, good parental supervision should be shown at all times.
Pets Allowed
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No. We are sorry, pets cannot be accommodated.
Noteworthy Features
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Not suitable for people with mobility problems.
Biker Friendly
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Yes. We welcome guests on motorcycles. We welcome guests on motorcycles
Bikers Connect
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Yes. We will offer a minimum of 5% discount for Bikers Connect Members.
Management
Cleaning
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Cleaning is carried out on changeover days.
Is bed Linen provided
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Yes, bed linen is provided. Towels and linen are supplied and changed as appropriate. Please note that you will need to bring your own beach towels, or they can be bought locally very cheaply.
Are towels provided
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Yes, towels are provided. Towels are changed after 3 days stay
Are beach towels provided
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No, please bring your own beach towels.
Special Interests
On Site
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Bird Watching, Walking/Rambling
Nearby
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Beach, Bird Watching, Golf, Health and Beauty Spa, Horse Riding, Retreat, Shooting, Skiing, Walking/Rambling, Water Sports, Yoga
Skiing
It is even possible to go skiing December through to February in the Sierra Nevada, approximately 90 minutes away.
Golf
The Costa del Sol has the nickname of, Costa del Golf, it is simply a golfers paradise, there are some 69 golf courses in Andalucia, of which 45 are situated along the Costa del Sol, four of those are ranked in the top 10 in Europe, add to that a good climate and you are most definitely in golfing heaven!!
This concentration of quality courses along with an excellent warm and sunny climate has proven to be a must golfing winter destination to many thousands of northern Europeans each year. There are 20 golf courses within easy driving distance.
Further Details
15 minutes by car from the fast growing pueblo of Pizarra with its many restaurants, bars and shops. (Peer in an open door and you may well find a little shop that appeared to the world to be a house!) Further afield, but all well within an hours drive, are the lakes at Ardales and El Chorro (where parts of Von Ryans Express was filmed) and is one of Europe's best rock climbing areas.El Chorro is an extraordinary place. Where else can you find climbing with the weird atmosphere that is associated with the Gorge? Towering walls, outrageously exposed routes and a belay ledge that is slowly falling apart! These features are enough to attract the attention of many climbers, but the area also has superb slab climbs, fully bolted multi-pitch epics and some stunning steep walls. The compact nature of the climbing here is what a lot of people come for, since it is possible to get to almost every crag on foot . Also the El Torcal Park Nature Reserve, where the rain and wind of millions of years have formed rocks of incredible shapes. In this area you will also find the Pink Lagoon, one of Europes breeding grounds of Pink Flamingos and the Fuente de Piedra Donkey Sanctuary. Also the Lobo Park where you can 'howl with the wolves'!
Malaga city itself is very appealing, with tree lined streets, public gardens and many historical buildings and museums as well as plenty of shops and restaurants. There are also cinemas showing films in English. Malaga is the birthplace of Pablo Picasso and recently opened museum is a must for art lovers. Access is very easy by local train. If you fancy a day on the beach, there are fairly quiet beaches close to Malaga, with the popular beaches of Torremolinos, Benalmadena and Fuengirola just a little further on. Marbella with it’s designer shops and jet set lifestyle is just over an hour away .
The Marbella Country & Gun Club at Monda is a must for those that Clay Shoot with some of the best shooting in a wonderful setting.
Access and Availability
Changeover Day
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Flexible changeover. Tea and coffee facilities are provided, and a basic welcome pack is provided.
Open all year round
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Yes
Open Christmas
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Yes
Open New Year
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Yes
Booking Notes
20% deposit required with the booking. Balance 8 weeks prior to arrival.
Rental Periods
January / February
£169
2 Guests
January / February
£269
3/4 Guests
March / April
£186
2 Guests
March / April
£286
3/4 Guests
May / June
£205
2 Guests
May / June
£305
3/4 Guests
July / August
£225
2 Guests
July / August
£325
3/4 Guests
September / October
£186
2 Guests
September / October
£286
3/4 Guests
November / December
£186
2 Guests
November / December
£286
3/4 Guests
Special Offer
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Additional notes on pricing
Prices are for 7 nights in UK Pounds. Shorter bookings pro rata, minimum 3 nights.
5th person sharing £25 per week.
Payment methods
Cheque, Cash, PayPal
Currencies Accepted
GBP, Euro, US Dollar
Contact Details for Booking Enquiries or Further Information
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