Property Description
The striking characteristic of this recently built holiday home is its stunning setting above the lake at Zahara.
Up in the hills, some two kilometres from the village of Zahara de la Sierra, one of the most attractive of all the pueblos blancos, this is a lovely part of the fabulous Grazalema National Park. Access from the Ronda to Sevilla road is quick and easy.
From Zahara a fabulous little road winds spectacularly over the mountains to Grazalema with sensational views over the lake far below. Just a short way out of the village (2 km) a farm track (in good condition) leads down the mountain slopes to this property which is approached from the rear.
On the terrace immediately above the villa there is some rather unattractive "under-plastic" vegetable farming, most of the plastic in tatters when we visited recently. But it's at the back of the house, it doesn't cover a very big area, and apart from when you are entering or leaving the property it's our view that you will not even notice it (you can get a glimpse or two of it from some of the rear windows, behind the vines which grown down the bank).
The house and its grounds, pool and gardens all face in the opposite direction, taking advantage of the magnificent views down the valley and across the azure-blue waters of the lake below, the mountains rising up again on the other side. It's a tremendous panorama. There is plenty of room for children to play, there are swings and a gated swimming pool area.
The house is set apart from neighbours, nice and quiet - apart, possibly, for the chickens … there are about 20 of them roaming happily, free-range, on the land below and to the side of the pool terrace. Children are always happy to see them and they can, if they wish, go each evening with the owners mother to collect the eggs! But the cockerel does wake up pretty early in the mornings … for some this may be an inconvenience.
For others, all part of the delight of being in the midst of authentic, working farmland in one of the most beautiful parts of Andalucía. The owners, a local Spanish family, will from time to time bring fresh produce from their fruit and vegetable gardens for guests to enjoy.
The house is on two floors, with the living / dining room and newly equipped kitchen downstairs, along with two of the three bedrooms. Upstairs, the double bedroom has a half open-plan design, creating a imaginative feeling of space as it half opens to the lounge below. It leads round to a comfortable sofa placed by a window to take advantage of the views.
Although the house is of recent construction, elements of the design reflect local tradition, especially the lofty wood ceiling and solid wood beams in all the rooms, even the bathrooms. Other examples are the grand open fireplace with its log mantelpiece, farm implements and a dramatic wild boar's head which adorn walls painted a pleasant cream colour.
It's very much the local Spanish style; many like it ("we had a fantastic holiday and the villa was super", said one client); for others it's not quite their cup of tea. Please note that, in common with most locally owned properties, there is no oven (they have no part in traditional Spanish cuisine) but there is, of course a hob and a microwave too.
The swimming pool is flanked by a newly planted garden and has night lighting, as does the private parking area.
Zahara de la Sierra is a delightful old-time village, one of the famous pueblos blancos in this very beautiful part of Andalucía.
Built on the slopes of the Grazalema mountain range, which rise spectacularly on all sides of the lake, its Moorish castle perched on a craggy outcrop at the very top, its a classic situation and a lovely place to enjoy a tapa or two or an authentic local meal. We haven't tried it ourselves (yet) but our spies in the area are sending rave reviews of restaurant 'Al Lago' which is just below the village.
From here it's easy to travel to Ronda, Arcos de la Frontera and Grazalema itself, all interesting, attractive towns surrounded by magnificent scenery.
All in all, a good value, simple, unpretentious family holiday home, good for kids with its fenced pool and plenty of room to play in the garden. And, best of all, it's in one of Spain's most delightful pastoral corners.
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Property Details
Ground Floor :
Open-plan living / dining room
Kitchen
Bathroom
2 bedrooms :
1
double
1
twin bedded
Terrace (furnished) and fenced gardens
First Floor :
1 double bedroom which is semi-open plan, sitting area and en-suite bathroom (shower only)
Facilities
Spanish TV • DVD
Open fireplace in the living room • 3 Electric Radiators • 2 Portable Fans
Gas / electric hob (4 rings) • Microwave • Fridge / freezer • Dishwasher • Toaster • Juicer • Kettle • Coffee pot • Cooking utensils • Cutlery • Crockery
Washing Machine • Iron & board
All linen is provided (including pool towels) • Cot available (on request)
Gated filtered swimming pool (8 m x 4 m, 0.9 - 1.8 m deep)
Pool terrace • Garden • Sunbeds • Night lighting • Pool shower • Barbecue (brick) • Basic outdoor dining and garden furniture • Swing • Parking
Notes
Weather permitting, the swimming pool will be open from April to mid October
Rentals for this property normally run from Saturday to Saturday
Location
Accessed by a 300 m concreted track, 2 km from Zahara de la Sierra (bars; restaurants, simple shopping)
Grazalema 30 mins; Ronda 30 mins; Arcos de la Frontera 1 hr; Jerez 1½ hrs; Sevilla 1½ hrs; Málaga 2 hrs; Gibraltar 2 hrs.
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Airports
Jerez 1½ hrs; Sevilla 1½ hrs; Málaga 2 hrs
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