Spanish Farmhouse Estate

Perched on a 10-acre hilltop with views across the sparkling Mediterranean and Africa in the distance, the Spanish Farmhouse Estate offers a fabulous bespoke holiday experience. Situated in between three mountain ranges, it is a haven of tranquillity and serenity, perfect for those looking for privacy and ultimate relaxation. At the start of the Mudéjar Route, a famous trail of typical Moorish whitewashed villages, you are under half an hour away from the beach and near enough to the magnificent cities of Granada, Sevilla and Cordoba to drive there and back on the same day.

The property sleeps 14 and consists of seven bedrooms across two separate dwellings, with the Farmhouse sleeping eight and the Hunting Lodge sleeping six. Far enough apart to ensure privacy but close enough to share the estate, the houses are separated by walls and mature gardens but come together as the perfect location for a holiday with family and friends.

The Farmhouse, built on the site of an ancient farm dwelling, has a sense of rustic Andalucian charm but with a contemporary twist. Hand-stitched tapestries and Spanish antiques blend into local, natural materials to give an elegant and modern style. Particularly special is the hammam-style bath in the master suite, which also boasts an open-air shower room for showers al fresco!

Higher up the mountain, the recently renovated Hunting Lodge offers a contemporary residence with three en-suite double bedrooms, private pool and numerous terraces with spectacular views. With a slightly more bohemian style than the Farmhouse, its rooms with spectacular art deco furniture lead out to various shady courtyards, gardens, an outside kitchen and dining/lounge area as well as cinema.

The private terraces and sprawling garden spaces allow room for both socialising and spending time alone. There is an impressive swimming pool and poolside garden with ancient eucalyptus and palm trees where you can sit for a little respite from the sun. A covered spa cabana located in the water garden is also a perfect place to relax. Sitting at the edge of the pool terrace you will feel quite literally on top of the world, as the valleys below you reach out to the Mediterranean Sea beyond.

SLEEPS 14: 7 bedrooms across 2 separate properties:
Farmhouse: Master suite with queen-size bed and a further 3 double bedrooms.  
Hunting Lodge: 3 double en-suite bedrooms

COOK + DINE:
Farmhouse: Kitchen/dining area and additional small kitchen, outdoor dining terrace, BBQ and outside fireplace.
Hunting Lodge: Open kitchen connected to the dining room, outside dining terrace, BBQ and outside fireplace. Wood-fired pizza oven and built-in tandoori oven.

RELAX:
Farmhouse: Library with entertainment system which opens out onto a covered outdoor lounge area with large fireplace. Reception room with an attached entertainment system. Both wrap around the central courtyard, bringing both indoors and outdoors together.
Hunting Lodge: Central open-plan living area with fireplace and TV lounge. Various terraces to relax outside.

BATHE:
The Spanish Farmhouse: Bathroom with hammam-style bath in the guest suite, the two other rooms share a spacious bathroom with large bath and shower.
The Hunting Lodge: 3 en-suite bathrooms and a guest bathroom.

OUTSIDE:
Farmhouse: Swimming pool, outdoor terraces and gardens. Areas for massage and beauty treatments.
Hunting Lodge: Swimming pool, outdoor terraces and gardens, covered dining terrace, open cooking console and kitchen.

TECH: Both properties have Wi-Fi, video game consoles, air conditioning units, various music docks and high-tech stereo systems, DVD and 3D Blu-ray systems with video libraries, a smart TV and a UK IP address for streaming of English language television. Scanner/printer available on request.

PLAY: Both properties have video game consoles and other games. The spa cabana is an ideal location for celebrations and hen parties as massage and other spa treatments provided by two licensed masseuses and beauticians can be booked in advance.

PETS: Pets are welcome at both properties.

VENUE HIRE: Weddings welcome. The house has access to a local professional wedding planner who can organise wedding licenses and set up. The two properties can host 30-40 guests and the Farmhouse pool area is ideal for the ceremony. Corporate groups welcome. The property is suitable for corporate events, using the large open plan living area in the Hunting Lodge as a conference room. There is Wi-Fi throughout, plus a projector, scanner/printer and Apple laptop on request.

LOCAL AREA: The personal concierge is always on hand to recommend and plan the most exciting opportunities that the area has to offer - trips can include cultural visits and culinary outings. Private flamenco performances can be arranged, as well as massage and spa treatments. There are various golf courses in the area and opportunities to enjoy horse riding, as well as many water sports centres along the beaches. There is a water park half an hour from the property and many shopping centres as well as the galleries, museums and history that the city of Malaga has to offer.

The nearest village to the estate marks the start of the Mudéjar Route which consists of a 25km route of typical Moorish white villages, so-called because of their Mudéjar architecture. Dominated by the tallest mountain peak in the region, Maroma, you are only a drive away from other spectacular mountain ranges including La Bermeja further along the coast towards Estepona.

ACTIVITIES NEARBY: For those that prefer the beach, the Torre del Mar beaches are only 25 km away and the popular resort of Nerja is only 40 km away, also known for its great restaurants, beach bars and shops. The city of Malaga is an hour away by car and offers a wonderful mix of culture and cosmopolitan street life, with beautiful architecture, galleries and museums as well as the historic covered food market and famous tapas tour. Granada, with its famous Alhambra Palace, is perfect for a day out at just a two-and-a-half-hour round trip and the heady southern cities of Cordoba and Sevilla are a little further at just under 2 hours’ drive each way.

GETTING THERE: Nearest airport: Malaga 10 km