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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

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Algodonales, AL

Área Recreativa Arroyomolinos "La Playita"
‪16 min drive‬
La Playita
‪16 min drive‬
Sierra de Grazalema Natural Park
‪26 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

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Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

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Balcony

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Dining area

About this property

We are delighted to offer you our beautiful two bedroomed private self-contained apartment with seclude private garden and bbq. Relax and enjoy our 13 meter pool with stunning countryside views all apartment overlooks our groves of orange, lemon, grapefruit and pomegranate trees. The apartment is located on the edge of the village of Algodonales,being one of the Andalucian pueblo blancos (white villages). We are less than 5 minutes from the plaza, with plenty of shops, banks, restaurants, cafes and tapas bars. By car you will be within easy driving distance of Ronda, Sevilla, Cadiz, Jerez, Malaga, Antiquera and Cordoba. Gibraltar is just over 2 hours away. Granada with the magnificent Alhambra palace, is just over 2 hours from us. We can arrange activities for you - just let us know your requirements and we will do our best to help. Algodonales is the perfect base for discovering Andalucia. Registered with Andalucia Ministry of Tourism ‘Casa rural’.VTAR/ CA/00064

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Julie & Warren Edwards

Languages

English, Spanish

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Please note,There is an electric meter in the apartment. A reading will be taken on your arrival and your departure. You will be billed for your use.

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Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

Property Registration Number VTAR/CA/000064

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Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed GBP 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Algodonales

Located in Algodonales, this apartment is in a rural area and in the mountains. Olvera Castle and Arab Castle are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Sierra de Grazalema Natural Park and Área Recreativa Arroyomolinos "La Playita". Discover the area's water adventures with fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cave exploring and cycling.

Algodonales, AL

What's nearby

Área Recreativa Arroyomolinos "La Playita" - 16 min drive - 12.7 km
La Playita - 16 min drive - 12.8 km
Puerto de las Palomas - 25 min drive - 20.1 km
Sierra de Grazalema Natural Park - 26 min drive - 20.9 km
Puente Nuevo Bridge - 33 min drive - 36.0 km

Getting around

Ronda Station - 33 min drive

Restaurants

‪Al Lago - ‬12 min drive
‪Bar Nuevo - ‬13 min drive
‪Hostal el Cortijo - ‬3 min drive
‪El Cortijo de Zahara de la Sierra - ‬11 min drive
‪Venta el Arenal - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Private apartment with stunning countryside views, large pool, gardens & WIFI have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Private apartment with stunning countryside views, large pool, gardens & WIFI pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Private apartment with stunning countryside views, large pool, gardens & WIFI?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private apartment with stunning countryside views, large pool, gardens & WIFI?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Private apartment with stunning countryside views, large pool, gardens & WIFI located?

Located in the mountains, this family-friendly apartment building is within 9 mi (15 km) of Dolmen El Charcón I, La Playita and Área Recreativa Arroyomolinos "La Playita". Dolmen El Charcón II and La Cilla are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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10/10

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9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

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This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Roger D.

23 Oct 2016

Home from home

We have stayed at Julie and Warren's on numerous occasions and this is, in itself, an indication of the accommodation. The hosts are always welcoming and the two bedroomed apartment is clean and is fully equipped with everything required for self catering. There is also a wood burner in the apartment, not that we needed to use it as it was too hot but on those colder mornings/evenings it must be very welcome. There is also a facility available for english tv for those that need to catch up with the soaps!! As mentioned above - home from home.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

24 June 2014

Ideal place to stay in unspoilt Spain

Casa La Parra is a beautiful well maintained house with adjoining apartments set on the edge of the Grazalema Natural Park with stunning views. The apartment was very clean, well equipped and spacious with cool, comfortable bedrooms downstairs. It has a lovely pool and nice decked area for sunbathing as well as a lawned area and an orchard with a variety of fruit trees where we could pick our own oranges and grapefruits for breakfast. Julie was a very friendly down to earth host and very knowledgeable about the surrounding are and her son Warren was also friendly and helpful. Algodonales is a lovely small white village with numerous bars and plenty of places to eat at very reasonable prices and only a 10 minute walk into the centre of the village. The area is well known for paragliding but it is also ideal for walkers, climbers, cyclists or anyone interested in wildlife. All the surrounding pueblo blanncos are well worth a visit. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Casa la Parra, it was definitely a 10 out of 10 holiday.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca A.

22 Apr 2014

Excellent place for a family holiday

Casa La Parra fulfilled, and exceeded, our expectations. The apartment was clean and comfortable. Julie was welcoming, warm and helpful. She went above and beyond the call of duty at several times during the week to help us. She provided little touches that made us feel like we were at home, and helped us to plan excursions etc. Algodonales is a great village to be in - it is authentic and doesn't feel remotely touristy. It has a few places to eat where you can get tasty and incredibly cheap tapas (our favourite was La Bodequita). But, even better, it is incredibly well situated. We went to Ronda, Seville, Zahara, Grazalema, Cadiz and Jerez during our stay. Julie helped us to go horse riding. The kids swam in her lovely pool - it was very early in the year for it to be open so was a bit too chilly for us adults. We felt incredibly relaxed and could easily have stayed for much longer. I would highly recommend Casa La Parra for families, couples wanting a relaxing time away and also anyone who is in to cycling, paragliding, hiking, riding all of which are possible near by.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

29 June 2023

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Una muy buena experiencia

Julie ha sido una gran anfitriona muy atenta y amable. El jardín de la casa es impresionante y la piscina perfecta para hacer frente a las altas temperaturas. Lo recomendaríamos sin duda para conocer la zona que es muy bonita.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lucie H.

15 Oct 2021

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Sehr schöne Unterkunft

Wir waren sehr zufrieden. Sehr freundlicher Empfang, schöne Umgebung und in Laufdistanz zu einem netten Örtchen mit Restaurants und Bars.

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Frédéric O.

8 Sept 2019

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Très bel extérieur....

La Location est conforme au descriptif et photos de l'annonce. Elle est très bien située.

Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Michael C.

12 Aug 2019

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Superb Summer Break

Fantastic welcome from the host Julie, who offered lots of friendly advice and suggestions as the best places to visit i.e Ronda, Sentinil, Zahara etc. The pool, gardens and views are beautiful. We had freshly picked grapes and figs from the garden. A 5 min walk to the town Plazza which offers a good selection of bars and restaurants. We tried most and all are highly recommended; fantastic food, very reasonably priced and friendly locals. We are already considering a return visit soon.

Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Paul O.

9 Aug 2019

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Algodonales Holiday

Julie was a friendly and welcoming host with great advice for visiting the local area. The town centre is a 5-10 minute walk away with numerous places to eat & drink at very reasonable prices, Pizzeria La Cueva was our favourite, delicious pizza, tapas & pasta. The apartment was cool even in the 30+ heat. It’s a great base to explore the surrounding area of beautiful Andalusian towns & landscape, we climbed to the castle above Zahara to watch the sunrise one morning, the views of the lake & the town below were quite breathtaking. We visited Seville for the day & on Julie’s advice parked on the outskirts & got the train into the city centre which made the trip much easier. A stay here is highly recommended.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte W.

20 July 2019

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Algondales a great base

Really well situated for exploring Seteneil, Olvera and Lake Zahara. The accommodation was great and very peaceful. The pool was lovely and we had it all to ourselves. Gorgeous, well maintained gardens. Sadly missed the oranges on the trees but the lemons and grapes looked like they’ll be ripening very soon. The owner Julie is next door so frequently pops by to offer advice. Would love to retune to the area again, we missed a couple of places because the kids were so happy to have a pool to themselves.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

9 July 2019

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Algodonales Holiday

We had a lovely 30th wedding anniversary break here. Julie was very friendly and helpful with lots of advice and tips. Villa ideally suited for visiting the white villages, Ronda and Seville. Breathtaking scenery on your doorstep

Stayed 7 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth M., Sydney, Australia

29 June 2019

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A perfect spot for a getaway in the south of Spain

Julie was an excellent communicator and our arrival at the house was relatively relaxed. The apartment was exactly as advertised with the additional benefit of being surrounded by the most abundant orange trees. Freshly squeezed juice was on the menu for every breakfast. It was a good base for exploring the nearby “white villages” as well as a quick trip to Ronda. We even managed a trip to Cordoba from here without too much trouble. The local village, an easy 5-10 minute walk, has lots of good places to eat or to enjoy a cooling drink. Beds were comfy, the apartment was cool even though it was 31C outside. The pool is also a great benefit. Highly recommended. Thankyou Julie and Warren for hosting us.

8/10 Good

Nieves S.

29 June 2019

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Bien pero sin niños chicos

Muchas escaleras, sofá incómodo y finca sin vallar. Piscina estupenda y ubicación buena.

10/10 Excellent

Melanie B.

9 May 2019

Sehr schön gelegenes Grundstück am Stadtrand von Algodonales.

Wir haben dies Gastfreundschaft von Julie sehr genossen. Wir konnten Wäsche waschen und Julie hat uns Empfehlungen für die Ausübung von Sportarten sowie Einkaufsmöglichkeiten in der Umgebung gegeben. Die Wohnung ist sehr sauber und die Betten sind sehr bequem. Wir können die Ferienwohnung empfehlen.

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

Janet M.

21 Nov 2018

Rural, quiet, and in a beautiful setting

We enjoyed our stay in Algodonales, despite the unexpected cold weather in November. The apartment is older with a small kitchen and living area but two ample bedrooms with single comfortable beds. Both bathrooms are clean and roomy with great showers and ample hot water. Julie and Warren were very personable and helpful. They gave us great advice on places to visit and ways to get there. If you're going to Seville by car, do take their advice to park and ride using the metro. Easy and fun. If you go during warm weather, you'll love the pool and opportunities to relax in the sun in the garden. It is a wonderful location for visiting white Andalusian villages and for many outdoor sports activities and hiking.

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2018

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Keith R.

15 July 2017

Excellent accommodation in a great location.

We stayed for 4 nights in July as part of a month long trip from Barcelona to Gibraltar. The property is in an excellent location with great scenic views. It's very quiet with all the facilities you need should you wish to stay in during the evening but the great restaurants in the town are so cheap it's not really worth the bother. Julie was an excellent hostess will give you all the information you need on the area to ensure you get the best out of your stay. The pool is lovely and so refreshing after a day out exploring. The property is extremely clean and comfortable and is a credit to all the hard work, care and attention to detail that Julie and warren have put in. If you are looking for somewhere as a base to explore this area then look no further.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Tom M., Incline Village, Lake Tahoe, Nevada, USA

26 May 2017

Chill. Friendly family retreat for hill towns and outdoor fun.

If you're here for hill towns or paragliding, Algodonales is a pretty, pleasant, quiet and safe location... and Julie is a charming and considerate host. Perfect for our family of 4, I expect you paragliders will love it too.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Ivonne T.

16 May 2017

Great apartment and fabulous host

Julie and Warren are just great. They gave us valuable information and recommendations about our visit. They are personable and available . The apartment is very spacious. The beds are the best we slept in during our entire month long vacation. The living areas were comfortable and kitchen contained all required equipment. We are grilled with our visit and would come again.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Miriam W.

11 May 2017

Wonderful property and hosts

The apartment is part of a larger house with gardens and the pool area. The apartment itself has two floors. The bedrooms are on the lower floor and are nice and cool if it gets warm. The upper part is the living room with a small kitchen. We usually had breakfast and dinner at the apartment, which we prepared inside and then ate out on the terrace. We traveled with a 4-year-old, who was quite excited about the pool and the fact that there was a cat, a dog and two horses. Julie and her son Warren live in the other part of the building and were very helpful with everything and also provided a lot of information about the surroundings and places to see. They were always available when we had questions and lovely to be around. We had a wonderful time there.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Tessa C.

28 Jan 2017

Thee most wonderful place to stay in Europe!

We knew Casa La Parra was going to be great but it was beyond our expectations! The service was unbelievable - Julie and Warren not only ensured all possible amenities were available but always at a first class standard. Although they must work so hard to maintain such an impeccable quality, they never failed to find the time to help us in every way possible as if they had all the time in the world and made us feel so welcome that we felt part of their family. Casa La Parra is a beautiful place and is ideally situated between Malaga and Seville. We hired a low cost car for our stay and Julie (the owner) advised us about all the best places to visit and my goodness, we certainly went to some stunning places and enjoyed so many delicious meals for an absolute pittance! The hospitality was most enjoyable aspect of our stay and the worst was not being able to stay longer!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Judith H.

12 Nov 2016

Lovely accommodation and excellent central locatio

Julie and Warren greeted us with a tour of the well-maintained property. The apartment was clean and well-equipped. Warren was especially helpful with IT issues we experienced! Julie provided us with helpful tips as we made our way to Seveille, Jerez and the white towns in the area. There are many fruit trees on the property...unfortunately for us the fruit was still ripening. We did appreciate the bottle of wine that Julie had waiting for us. The property is at the edge of the village and it was convenient to walk to the main square where the stores and restaurants were located. Thank you, Julie and Warren!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kay A.

10 Aug 2016

Perfect place for a relaxing holiday.

The apartment was clean and had everything we needed - including air conditioning! Julie and Warren were fantastic hosts and went out of their way to make sure the holiday went smoothly - the pool and gardens and setting were fantastic - very relaxing and it's in a good location as you can get to bigger towns or the national park or the village is on your doorstep for shopping etc. Recommend it highly.

Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2016

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Tony W.

24 June 2016

Lovely stay

We were greeted warmly by Julie at Casa la Parra. The accommodation was well equipped and comfortable a real home from home. It was very clean and well maintained with beautiful gardens and views. The surrounding area was very pretty with some lovely white villages.. A car is probably essential, but there are some good walks near by if you want to leave it behind for the day. Algodonales is a very friendly bustling little village with a good mix of little shops, a couple of small supermarkets plus some friendly restaurants. A little market popped up on Thursday morning out side the house. Our stay was made extra memorable by our lovely hosts Julie and Warren.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2016

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Vivienne M.

26 Jan 2016

Casa La Parra, Algodonales

Just back from a 7 night visit in January and we had a super time. Julie couldn't have been more welcoming and helpful. We stayed in the studio apartment and loved the fact the kitchen facilities were in a room separate to the sitting/bedroom. The kitchen was the best equipped one we've ever come across-Julie has thought of everything you could need, no matter of how much or little cooking you want to do. The entire apartment was spotless and the grounds were beautifully maintained. We sat out in the sun on the patio and enjoyed the beautiful views of the mountains, olive and citrus trees. We even picked our own oranges and lemons! We had good wifi in the apartment too. Algodonales is a lovely small 'white town' but has shops and restaurants/bars so all you need is on your doorstep and the prices represent excellent value for money. There's also a large Mercadona supermarket in Villamartin, about a 20 minute drive away, that has a super selection of everything. We'd highly recommend staying at Julie and Warren's and would love to return, sooner rather than later!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jackie D.

22 July 2015

Casa La Parra Algodonales

We had a lovely time at Casa La Parra. During our stay the weather was exceptionally hot , and having such a beautiful pool with good shade, and comfortable sunbeds and pool furniture, was just perfect. The pool is exceptionally large, probably the largest in any house we have stayed in in Andalucia, and we have stayed in a lot ! It is all beautifully maintained by Julie and Warren. We spent a great night on the terrace looking at the planets and stars through their telescope . MAGIC . Algondonales is a friendly real place with a great central square which is really family friendly. A short drive away is the stunningly beautiful Zahara de La Sierra , which is more than worth a trip. We also went to Olvera, which although we have been to Andalucia a lot , we have never seen, a real gem , and a must if you are in the area! Lots of places to eat in the area ranging from exceptionally cheap Menu del Dia about 8 euros for three courses including a drink within easy walking distance , to more upmarket places in Zahara, with stunning views! All in all a great place to spend time and relax. Julie and Warren , a great mother and son team will make you more than welcome. Thank you very much for such a lovely week. Jackie and Alan

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Morna L.

18 July 2015

'A perfect place to relax, unwind and explore'

This is a hidden gem: the house & the area are fantastic! We stayed in the private apartment which had everything you could have needed for any length of stay, probably the best we have visited in spain (and we've been to many). The gardens and pool were a perfect area to relax and unwind combined with outside barbecue and eating areas which gave fabulous vistas.Julie ensured our stay was perfect, the right attention to detail without intruding on our privacy. Can also highly recommend the village of Algodonales, a really friendly Spanish town with a great selection of bars and restaurants serving excellent value/quality food! Thank you for sharing your home with us! Hope we can be back one day!

About the host

Hosted by Julie & Warren Edwards

We have been living and working here now for over 16 years and have really fallen in love with the real Spain.
I have worked in hospitality for many years and love welcoming people to our stunning villa.
So far we have had guests from 23 countries.We would like to welcome you and your family here and hope you enjoy your stay here.

Why they chose this property

We love this amazing area of Andalusia with its ever-changing landscape and great weather, having over 300 days of sunshine.The local Spanish people are friendly and helpful. We are in an ideal location to explore the Andalusian countryside and many walks can be taken here from our door step. You can also enjoy bird watching,cycling, horse riding, hiking and sight seeing. It is an ideal base to totally relax or visit the pueblo blancos (white villages). Zahara lake and the village of Grazalema are but a short drive away from the apartment.
We are just one hour's drive from Sevilla and Jerez and a 30 minute trip away from the historic town of Ronda.

What makes this property unique

While staying, you are welcome to use the 13 meter pool. We offer free secure off-road parking. Free high speed wifi is available for use during your stay. Our luxury villa and apartments are in totally private grounds, surrounded by orange groves. It is situated on the edge of the village, just a short 4 minute walk up to the main village Plaza. There you can find many tapas bars to eat and drink. The village has several banks, a chemist and supermarkets. There is a local market which takes place every Thursday morning. We take pride in arranging things in order to accommodate you as our guests in the best possible manner.

Languages:

English, Spanish

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