Rural guesthouse in Malaga, Spain

Rural guesthouse in Malaga set in lemon and orange orchards, located between the "white village" of Alora and the dramatic gorge at El Chorro.

We offer six rooms all en-suite and with views over the local countryside. We have spacious guest lounge with sky TV a selection of DVDs and a small library of reading material and guides to the local area. Outside there are terraces and gardens to relax and a swimming pool with a sun terrace.

A second guest lounge is equipped with complimentary tea and coffee making facilities and an honesty bar for beer and soft drinks.

Eating is al fresco during the summer months, and indoors in winter in the lounge heated by a wood burning stove. We specialise in fish and vegetarian cuisine and can cater for special diets e.g. lactose free, wheat free etc.)

The property adjoins the Guadalhorce river where Terrapins can be seen basking in the sun. The river, together with the eco management of the orchard attracts a plethora of birds and other wildlife. You can see, hares, foxes (hence no chickens) hoopoes and parakeets to mention but a few.

The property is located close to spectacular walks and we facilitate guided and self guided walking in the area. We are ideally located for trips to Granada, Sevilla, Cordoba, Malaga and lesser known town such as Antequera.

Swimming pool (7x8m) with terrace and sun loungers on site

Cycling

Horse riding arranged for all abilities from our guesthouse in Malaga.

Walking arranged with or without guide

Reading and relaxing, table tennis

Archery lessons

World class sports climbing at El-Chorro

Touring, major cultural cities and sites are accessible for day trips

Guided quad-biking tours (min age 30yrs, max 3 bikes, max speed 30mph)

Six rooms with en-suite bathrooms; freshly cooked meals available; small library of books, guide books and maps of the area; swimming pool; laundry; internet; sky TV; DVDs; 8 acres of orchards with river frontage; gardens; terraces; complimentary tea and coffee; honesty bar.

Cycling & walking friendly: We provide loans of mountain bikes. We have self-guided and guided walking tours available.

Baby friendly: Given sufficient notice we can provide cots for small babies. The nearest airport, Malaga, is 42kms away, and Alora train station is 5kms away.

In spring 2007 we were approved as organic lemon growers. Not only does this mean we have great lemons but also, grass, wildflowers and birds in abundance in spring. Where possible we buy locally grown organic produce and support local markets and shops. We have an emphasis on vegetarian and fish cuisine and can arrange special diets for people with allergies to lactose, wheat, etc.

Solar energy. Reliance on fossil fuel is reduced by our large solar installation at our guesthouse in Malaga. We have a battery of 12 large solar panels capable of supplying hot water for up to 14 guests. In winter we heat the main lounge burning logs from sustainable forestry sources.

Purchases General attention to minimising dependance on chemicals, over use of packaging etc . No use of hardwoods

Eco orchard approved for organic lemons by CAAE and COAG, the recognised accreditation organisations in Spain for promotion and certification for organic growers. No use of chemical weedkillers or fertilizers on the orchard.

Minimise use of paper No publicity brochures

Recycling of waste, cartons, glass, paper, plastics, etc. Recycling of motor and cooking oils. Reuse of plastic bags

Water conservation. Water is precious at our guesthouse in Malaga and is used sparingly with grey water recycled when possible. Drip feed irrigation system used on the orchard.

Cycles available to guests at our guesthouse in Malaga as an alternative to using cars for day trips.