Country Cottages with Pool & Tennis Court
- Garden
- Swimming Pool
- Tennis Court
- Baby Equipment
- Log Fire
- Cycling
- Horse Riding
- Tennis
- Walking
- Other rental properties on site
- Pet Friendly
Situated among wonderful mountain scenery in Southern Spain, amidst cork oak and chestnut forests, the cottages of Molino Rio Alájar provide a comfortable retreat in a unique Spanish setting. Pool, tennis court and gardens to relax in. Charming holiday cottages in a rural and peaceful area.
There are six houses on site, each sleeping from two to five people, with terraces for outdoor dining in spring or summer and fireplaces for cozy winter evenings. A short walk from your cottage, along country lanes lined with stone walls, takes you to the pretty village of Alájar with its white houses and winding, cobbled streets. Some of the bars and restaurants stand out for their cosiness and character. High above the cluster of white houses towers la Peña de Arias Montano, a craggy cliff with a sixteenth century hermitage set on its peak.
A short walk takes you to the village of Alájar with several interesting bars and restaurants. High above is la Peña de Arias Montano, a craggy cliff with a sixteenth century chapel on its peak. Aracena, the main town is only twenty minutes away. It boasts a fine thirteenth century Templar church and the Gruta de las Maravillas, an impressive limestone cavern. Spain's largest wildlife sanctuary and a World Heritage Site, the Coto de Doñana National Park, is within reach. One of the last wild areas of Europe, visited by a great variety of migrating birds, and home to wild lynx. Seville, Mérida, and Huelva are within a drive of just more than an hour. Horses and donkeys can be hired on an hourly basis for guided treks through the countryside. The Dutch owners of the Molino have a sound knowledge of the area and detailed walking routes and itineraries are available.
Getting There:
Nearest airport is Seville, 100m km. Use of private car recommended, but there is a bus service twice daily from Seville. Take the A66 towards Mérida and then N433 towards Aracena and Portugal. Frm Aracena, take the A470 to Alajar anad follow signposts from the main road.
Nearest Airport:
Seville 100 km
Nearest Train Station:
Almonaster-Cortegana 15 km
Nearest Bus Stop:
Alajar 2 km
Nearest Restaurant:
2 km
Nearest Beach:
120 km
Nearest Shop:
2 km
Car Hire:
Advised
Interior Details
The larger houses sleep four to six people and have underfloor heating. Sitting/dining room with fireplace, open kitchen, a bathroom with shower, toilet and washbasin. The kitchen has a five-ring gas hob, electric oven, fridge, microwave and stainless steel cookware, cutlery and crockery, plus ironing board and iron. In the living-room there is also a TV and CD/DVD player. Music and movies can be borrowed from the common room, where there is a good collection to choose from. This communal room has a sitting and dining area in front of an open fireplace. All bedrooms have air conditioning (as of 2016).
Exterior Details
Guests can enjoy a large pool (available from end March to mid September), all-weather tennis court (available 24/7) and colourful gardens where they can relax and enjoy the pristine Sierra air. The tennis court is bordered by fruit trees and with views of the surrounding mountains. Tennis rackets and tennis balls are available for guest use, though do feel free to bring your own. At night the court can be illuminated for a small fee. Lessons are available. There is table football, table tennis, boules and outdoor chess. Outside on terrace you will find a barbecue. Guests can pick their own vegetables from the garden and firewood is provided in the houses. Extra firewood is available.
