Alpujarra holiday cottages, Granada
| country: | Spain |
| location: | Andalucia, Granada |
| price: | From €70 per room per night B&B, or €500 per week including trekking (full board) |
| vouchers: | Gift vouchers can be used with this holiday |
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the amazing things you'll be doing
Our Andalusian guest house offers bed and breakfast holiday accommodation in Spain in the Sierra Nevada on the footpath GR7.
We offer hiking, birdwatching, trekking and mountain biking holidays with self catering or bed and breakfast accommodation in beautiful unspoilt countryside which is easily accessible from the airports of Granada, Almeria and Malaga, and close to fantastic skiing and horse riding. The village of Mairena, known as the 'balcony' of the Alpujarras, has splendid views down to the typical whitewashed villages of the area and to the Mediterranean beyond.
This is very possibly one of the most stunning undiscovered areas of Spain where life continues much as it has done for hundreds of years since the Moors first farmed their terraces of almonds, olives and vegetables.
We have lived in Spain for many years and our knowledge of the language, history and culture of the area, combined with a love of the outdoor life, means we are in an ideal position to help you craft your perfect holiday. For those who prefer complete independence, self guided route notes and maps are available.
Alternatively, we have a menu of activities which allows you to choose from a list of exciting adventures including exploring the peaks of the Sierra, 15km mountain bike descents, horse riding and husky sled riding. Depending on your mood and energies we also offer short courses which include stained glass making, painting and an introduction to yoga and reflexology. For keen walkers there is also the option of a four base holiday in which you walk from village to village along the ancient Caminos Reales, staying in traditional hotels along the way, with full vehicle support and baggage transfers.
Self catering accommodation - Prices:
La Casita – €90/night, €400/week 2 en-suite double rooms (sleeps 4)
El Corral – €70/night, €320/week 1 double room (sleeps 2)
La Azotea – €65/night, €300/week 1 double room (sleeps 2)
We offer a wide range of self guided trekking from low level terrace walks to high Sierra peaks. In addition we have a 'menu' of activities to choose from, ranging from mountain biking and horse riding to stained glass making and short introduction courses in yoga and Tai-chi.
We also organise day trips (with or without a guide) to visit the Alhambra palace in Granada or the Natural Park and bird sanctuary of Cabo de Gata, famous for its wild beaches and cliffs.
Walking accommodation: Guests come primarily for the outstanding walking along the wide range of trails and high mountain tracks.
Cycling accommodation: There is a network of cycling tracks but the nature of the terrain means it is only for fit cyclists as there are few flat trails!
Skiing accommodation: Twenty minutes away is the cross country skiing centre of Puerto de la Ragua.
The main guest house has three en-suite double rooms each with either terrace or balcony.
Downstairs in the lovely light breakfast room / dining room there is a large range of books which you are welcome to borrow and music to listen to either as a welcome break from the sun in high summer or by the roaring fire in winter.
There is a terrace with wonderful views, flowers and a small dip pool (open from mid May to end of October) to enjoy a beer by after a day in the mountains. The television room has satellite TV and access to internet can be arranged.
Each of the self catering units has kitchenette with hob, fridge and terrace with views.
We offer hiking, birdwatching, trekking and mountain biking holidays with self catering or bed and breakfast accommodation in beautiful unspoilt countryside which is easily accessible from the airports of Granada, Almeria and Malaga, and close to fantastic skiing and horse riding. The village of Mairena, known as the 'balcony' of the Alpujarras, has splendid views down to the typical whitewashed villages of the area and to the Mediterranean beyond.
This is very possibly one of the most stunning undiscovered areas of Spain where life continues much as it has done for hundreds of years since the Moors first farmed their terraces of almonds, olives and vegetables.
We have lived in Spain for many years and our knowledge of the language, history and culture of the area, combined with a love of the outdoor life, means we are in an ideal position to help you craft your perfect holiday. For those who prefer complete independence, self guided route notes and maps are available.
Alternatively, we have a menu of activities which allows you to choose from a list of exciting adventures including exploring the peaks of the Sierra, 15km mountain bike descents, horse riding and husky sled riding. Depending on your mood and energies we also offer short courses which include stained glass making, painting and an introduction to yoga and reflexology. For keen walkers there is also the option of a four base holiday in which you walk from village to village along the ancient Caminos Reales, staying in traditional hotels along the way, with full vehicle support and baggage transfers.
Self catering accommodation - Prices:
La Casita – €90/night, €400/week 2 en-suite double rooms (sleeps 4)
El Corral – €70/night, €320/week 1 double room (sleeps 2)
La Azotea – €65/night, €300/week 1 double room (sleeps 2)
special things to do and see here
We offer a wide range of self guided trekking from low level terrace walks to high Sierra peaks. In addition we have a 'menu' of activities to choose from, ranging from mountain biking and horse riding to stained glass making and short introduction courses in yoga and Tai-chi. We also organise day trips (with or without a guide) to visit the Alhambra palace in Granada or the Natural Park and bird sanctuary of Cabo de Gata, famous for its wild beaches and cliffs.
Walking accommodation: Guests come primarily for the outstanding walking along the wide range of trails and high mountain tracks. Cycling accommodation: There is a network of cycling tracks but the nature of the terrain means it is only for fit cyclists as there are few flat trails!
Skiing accommodation: Twenty minutes away is the cross country skiing centre of Puerto de la Ragua.
facilities
The main guest house has three en-suite double rooms each with either terrace or balcony. Downstairs in the lovely light breakfast room / dining room there is a large range of books which you are welcome to borrow and music to listen to either as a welcome break from the sun in high summer or by the roaring fire in winter.
There is a terrace with wonderful views, flowers and a small dip pool (open from mid May to end of October) to enjoy a beer by after a day in the mountains. The television room has satellite TV and access to internet can be arranged.
Each of the self catering units has kitchenette with hob, fridge and terrace with views.
how to find us
Mairena is 1.5 hours drive from Granada and Almeria airport and 2.5 hours drive from Malaga. The nearest train station is Guadix where we offer free pick ups for stays of 4 days or longer. We will happily provide information on local bus services.travellers' tales
Most memorable was walking in the beautiful Alpujarras Mountains, picking oranges and almonds, encounters with Andalucian horses, the quality of the accommodation (beautifully decorated house) and lovely meals throughout our stay. (more)
how this holiday makes a difference
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Having restored the guest house using local builders we now work within the community giving employment to people from the village for taxi service, for cooking, cleaning, irrigating and gardening.
 We have worked together to show the benefits of recycling, saving water and energy, as well as making the benefits of organic farming a local topic by leading by example on our own farm. Working as Deputy mayor, David’s voice has been heard even more forcibly in local meetings working for change. Wherever possible we try to shop locally as well as encouraging guests to buy local products such as jams, air dried hams, local crafts etc. |
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