Cortijo Opazo - Opazo Jardin

Property number 25236
1 bedroom country house listed by Cortijo Opazocontact owner
Sleeps 2 · 1 bedroom · 1 bathroom

Rural self catering holiday accommodation high in the hills of the Alpujarras, southern flanks of the Sierra Nevada mountains of Andalucia, southern Spain

Experienced owner
Owner has been accepting bookings since 2006
Infants welcome
This country house has a cot
Pets welcome
A deposit of €80 will be asked for on arrival, which will be returned on departure after an inspection of the property.
Country house overview

Formerly a working farmhouse, Cortijo Opazo can be found in the countryside near the villages of Pitres, Portugos and the area of La Taha, about 25kms from the town of Orgiva. It is surrounded by ancient terraces used today by shepherds and market gardeners. The cortijo has been renovated recently to provide holiday accommodation in two delightful lodgings, Opazo Vista and Opazo Jardin These apartments can be rented out on a self catering basis, or as part of a fully catered, all inclusive walking holiday.

Self catering apartment 'Opazo Jardín - 2 people.
This well equipped apartment has two sets of french windows leading from a private courtyard patio into the light and airy open plan living area of Opazo Jardin. Here you will find a sofa, an armchair, dining table and chairs, coffee table and log burning stove. The kitchen is fitted with cupboards, full sized oven, glass ceramic hob with four rings, overhead extractor fan and full sized fridge. Plates, cutlery etc are provided for at least four people and there is an extensive range of cooking equipment. The kitchen is tiled with ceramics in traditional local designs, and is clean and modern. It has a window that faces east and allows the morning light to flood in.

Next to the kitchen there is a door leading to the bathroom. This has a sink, W.C. and walk in shower. It is fully tiled with shelves, hooks, mirrors, towel rails and a cupboard provided. The bathroom also has an east facing window with frosted glass.

From the sitting room a door leads into a good sized bedroom with a double bed (200cms x 150cms), two side tables with lamps, a chest of drawers, a built in wardrobe, a well stocked bookshelf and an armchair. A window looks out onto the surrounding hills.

Opazo Jardin has its own private courtyard filled with flowering potted plants. This leads directly onto a patio, part covered by a pergola, which is for the exclusive use of guests staying in Opazo Jardin. The patio has open views across the Rio Bermejo to the village of Pitres and further to the high summit of El Lujar - on a clear day the Mediterranean sea can be glimpsed way down in the valley. The patio has full sun all day whilst the west facing courtyard offers a perfect location to enjoy the setting sun. The private outdoors spaces lead on to the large communal garden. Tables, chairs and sun loungers are provided to allow guests to take full advantage of the outdoor spaces.

Throughout the accommodation the floors have been finished in warm terracota ceramic tiles. There is an underfloor heating system in all areas, the use of which is included in the rental. During most of the year the days are warm enough for t-shirts and light clothing but since the area is mountainous the evenings and early mornings in the cooler months can be chilly and we have found the heating system invaluable. The log burning stove is provided as an additional cosy luxury, logs can be purchased locally.

Opazo Jardin is ideal for two people.

The Location
Located in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada mountains of southern Spain, Cortijo Opazo offers a perfect holiday destination if you are looking for beautiful scenery, relaxing surroundings and an area that is rich in cultural history. The region is known as 'Las Alpujarras' and is an enchanting part of Spain. Treasured by the Moors as a paradise location this mountainous area is situated between the summits of the Sierra Nevada and the Mediterranean coast of the Costa del Sol. As a holiday destination it is ideal for walking, cycling, riding, photography, painting and the appreciation of flowers and wildlife; but most of all for just unwinding and taking time out. It is within easy striking distance of the historical city of Granada with its fabulous Alhambra Palace, yet is close enough to the coast to enjoy a well deserved day lounging on the beach. During the winter and spring you can even go skiing on the high slopes of the Sierra Nevada - less than two hours by car.

Mulhacen is the highest peak in the area (and in mainland Spain) at a little under 3,500 metres. Cortijo Opazo is situated at 1,250 metres in the high Alpujarras and enjoys an excellent climate. The conditions of Andalucia in southern Spain ensure that there is plenty of sun during the winter months when the weather is usually warm enough for t-shirts and light clothing during the day. The summer months are hot but the altitude means that when evening comes there is always a delightful stream of cool air flowing down the valley from the high Sierras, a type of natural air conditioning.

Around Cortijo Opazo we have established delightful garden areas that we are extending all the time. Throughout the year you will be able to enjoy a variety of plants and flowers, many indigenous to this area, many grown by way of experimentation. You will feel free to wander from terrace to terrace and find your pefect place to contmeplate the stunning views of the surrounding mountains.

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Rooms and beds
Bedroom 1
1 double bed
Other beds
1 cot
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1 bathroom
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Private garden
TV
Open fire
Parking
Central heating
Hair dryer
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2 out of 2 people recommended staying here
Ken
Ken
From Burlingame, USA · April 2009
Incredible stay. Privacy, beauty, great experience!

Gaby
Gaby
From London
The Alpujarras is a beautiful region of Spain and Robert and William go out of their way to make sure you have a really fab holiday. Whilst July is very hot, anyone who enjoys walking and somewhere a bit different, will find this region really enjoyable. We really appreciated Robert and Williams welcoming but unobtrusive hospitality ensuring we...
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This was the first time we have visited this area and are most impressed. The Alpujarras are wonderful, excellent walking, good food and superb hospitality. Cortijo Opazo is a very pleasant choice of location, we will definitely be back and are certainly going to recommend it to our friends.

Chris and Joan Goddard, September 2006
Location
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Recommended - Some shops, bars and restaurants are within a 15 minute walk
Nearby places
Nearest beach 70km
Nearest supermarket 1.5km
Nearest bar 1.5km
Nearest Restaurant 1.5km
Granada 90km
Alhambra Palace, Granada city 80km
Sierra Nevada ski resort 110km
Coast 70km
Pitres 3km
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Access
Check in: 16:00 - 22:00
Check out: 11:00
Suitability
Infants welcome
No smoking
No parties or events
Pets allowed
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VTAR/GR/00752
Listed by Cortijo Opazo
Private owner from Spain · Joined in 2006
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Cortijo Opazo
We have been renting out holiday property at Cortijo Opazo in the Alpujarras since 2003 and are pleased that we now have about 80% of our business as repeat bookings or personal recommendations.
Past bookings: 22 bookings
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