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Alpujarras. 500 Year Old Stone House In Whitewashed Hamlet. A Walkers’ Heaven!

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Interior
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Fridge, microwave, stovetop, electric kettle
Dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroomSleeps 4120 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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La Taha, Granada
  • Place, Alhambra
  • Place, Asociacion Jardin de la Alpujarra
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Shrine of Our Lady of Sorrows
    ‪6 min drive‬

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About the area

La Taha

At this holiday home, you'll be 13.4 km (8.3 mi) from Poqueira Gorge and 16 km (10 mi) from Siete Lagunas. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and free WiFi. .You can enjoy a TV with a DVD player, and home features a balcony, a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. .Attractions in proximity to this La Taha holiday home include Alhambra and Sierra Nevada Ski Resort.
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What's nearby

  • Asociacion Jardin de la Alpujarra - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Shrine of Our Lady of Sorrows - 6 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Salobrena Beach - 50 min drive - 55.7 km
  • Granada Beach - 51 min drive - 55.7 km
  • Almunecar Beach - 57 min drive - 66.9 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante Ruta del Mulhacén - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Taberna Romero - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪La Artesa - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante El Castaño - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪El Jardin De Los Sabores - ‬16 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Alpujarras. 500 Year Old Stone House In Whitewashed Hamlet. A Walkers’ Heaven!


An authentic 500 year old stone and beamed house situated in Ferreirola , La Taha in the High Alpujarra Mountains; with roof terrace and balcony providing spectacular views all around. Comfortable and always spotlessly clean, the house is a real home with a newly reformed kitchen ( photo coming soon)!wood stove, books and board games and even TV and dvd but we guarantee you will spend your time on the large balcony or roof terrace watching the light change on the mountains and the birds flying past.

This whitewashed hamlet is tucked away from the world, near Pitres in the Sierra Nevada Natural Park and ideal for walkers and those looking for a peaceful and beautiful environment. There are bars and restaurants within walking distance and a larger village (Pitres, bank, market etc))4km away. It is about 2.5 hours from Malaga airport and around 1. 25 hour to Granada.
Property licensed by Junta de Andalucia Consejeria de Turismo y Deporte.
Licence No. VTAR/01163

Note on prices:
There is one very large bedroom which has two areas, one with a double bed and the other with two singles. Rates are for two guests but there is room for two more paying an extra 13 pounds per night each. Maximum capacity four.

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Massage

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee grinder
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Rooftop terrace

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: only on the roof terrace and balcony, please.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 1,292 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

As there is an area in the bedroom with two extra single beds, we can accept a third and fourth guest at 15 euros per night each.

Pets

  • No pets allowed
  • Note from host: no

Children and extra beds

  • This property does not allow children.
  • Note from host: two open staircases,

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Only on the roof terrace and balcony, please.

Important information

You need to know

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • On-site cash transactions can't exceed GBP 1000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Alpujarras. 500 Year Old Stone House In Whitewashed Hamlet. A Walkers’ Heaven!?

The closest beach to Alpujarras. 500 Year Old Stone House In Whitewashed Hamlet. A Walkers’ Heaven! is Malaga Province Beaches (122.9 km).

Does Alpujarras. 500 Year Old Stone House In Whitewashed Hamlet. A Walkers’ Heaven! have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Alpujarras. 500 Year Old Stone House In Whitewashed Hamlet. A Walkers’ Heaven!?

No, Alpujarras. 500 Year Old Stone House In Whitewashed Hamlet. A Walkers’ Heaven! does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Alpujarras. 500 Year Old Stone House In Whitewashed Hamlet. A Walkers’ Heaven!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Alpujarras. 500 Year Old Stone House In Whitewashed Hamlet. A Walkers’ Heaven!?

No, pets are not allowed.

Alpujarras. 500 Year Old Stone House In Whitewashed Hamlet. A Walkers’ Heaven! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gary C.

Liked: Cleanliness

La Taha

Great away from it all location in charming white village. Bar and Restauarnts easy 1km walk in next village. Superb walking from from door.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Matthew W., Cambridge

Liked: Cleanliness

A lovely house. In a quiet village . Excellent location for walking/exploring. Spectacular views.

All good. Great host. House as described. Fantastic area. Interesting history.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Barbara is fantastic. She has a lovely old moors house in a fantastic part of the world. If you are after peace and quiet this is the place. If you enjoy bush walks then there are plenty in the area. The views are fabulous from the roof top terrace. I would highly recommend a stay here. Thanks Barbara.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Anthea D.

Comfortable well equipped house in wonderful location

There really is nothing missing in this lovely house. It's a wonderful spot from which to explore the Alpujarras with a walk across the valley starting just outside the front door, and so many other beautiful villages within walking distance. We were so pleased to be free from the more intensive tourism in the bigger towns and couldn't have wanted anything more.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Paul S.

Great little house in a wonderful remote village

This is a lovely place to enjoy the Alpujaras and all the time have to offer. The traditional house with its superb views of the mountain opposite is a great space. We will be back.

10/10 Excellent

hans s.

Perfect place for relaxing and walking

Ferreirola is a small village surrounded by mountains - the village is very quiet and the only thing we heard were the cats and bells from the sheeps. The apartment is good - the kitchen contains everything needed - there is a lot of inspirations for walking tours which can start in Ferreirola. We can recommend this place if you are searching for relaxing and walking/trekking - most of the walking tours have a height difference of 200 to 450 meters
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Octavia C.

Beautiful home in a very peaceful village.

Firstly some tips: Make sure you stock up before you get to the house since you need to drive to the nearest shop. You also cannot drive directly to the house so will need to leave your car in the plaza or just outside the village. The village was really pretty and there are some amazing walks. The house was perfect. It had a beautiful terrace and it stayed cool during some hot nights. Lots of lovely features. Not an area for people wanting to party but it's a really friendly, pretty village and probably the nicest in the area. Barbara has left a tonne of information about all the walks and the best places to collect delicious drinking water. She also told me about a lovely natural swimming spot. There are so many markets to visit and interesting things going on in this very special part of Spain.
Stayed 30 nights in Jul 2017

8/10 Good

Christina R.

An amazing local area

We will never forget this holiday. A totally new experience which we loved.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2017

8/10 Good

Noel S.

A traditional village house

We loved it. Homely and spacious (well for the two of us anyway) with it's own roof terrace adjoining the owner's (but separated by a high wall) , and a lovely covered terrace adjoining the living room, cooler in the day. The house is in the lovely 'white' village of Fereirolla, with great views from both terraces over the surrounding countryside which has wonderful walks, one beginning quite literally from right outside the front door. It was so peaceful, more than we would have expected in a village location. We were able to walk to an excellent French vegetarian restaurant, and a more cheap and cheerful pizzeria ( both around 15 minutes) for dinner in the evenings, and it's a short car ride to Pitres which has a very good supermarket and bakery. Barbara is a very nice host and couldn't have been more helpful. What can I say...we loved it!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2016

10/10 Excellent

Birgit L., Frankfurt, Germany

Einfach wunderschön!

Dies war unser erster Aufenthalt in der Casa Barbara - und ganz sicher nicht der letzte! Ferreirola ist ein wunderschönes kleines maurisches Dörfchen und gehört zu den sieben Dörfern der Großgemeinde "La Taha". Die sieben Dörfer liegen auf rund 950 bis 1.400 m Höhe in den Alpujarras, einer der Sierra Nevada im Süden vorgelagerten Gebirgsregion. In Ferreirola endet die Straße und von nun an geht es nur noch zu Fuß weiter - ein Paradies für Wanderer. Trotz der Abgeschiedenheit des Dorfes gibt es mehrere Bars und Restaurants im 1.5km entfernten Mecina, in Pitres (ca. 10 Minuten Autofahrt/ 30 Minuten zu Fuß bergan) gibt es einen sehr gut bestückten Supermarkt und sogar eine 24 Stunden Ambulanz und eine Apotheke für Notfälle. Die Küste (Salobrena) ist in einer 1 Stunde Autofahrt zu erreichen, Granada in ca. 1.5 Stunden. Die Casa Barbara ist ein 500 Jahre altes maurisches Häuschen, das von seiner Besitzerin Barbara - einer sehr netten englischen Lady - liebevoll restauriert wurde und seinen ursprünglichen Charme dadurch erhalten hat. Alles ist zweckmäßig und gemütlich eingerichtet. Für kalte Tage gibt es einen Gas- und einen Holzofen. Neben einem Balkon, der sowohl vor Hitze als auch vor Kälte schützt, gibt es eine wunderschöne Dachterasse, von der aus man einen atemberaubenden Blick auf die umliegenden Berge hat. Es herrscht eine unglaubliche Ruhe in dem Ferreirola Tal - einziges Geräusch ist der Rio Trevelez in seiner hier sehr tiefen Schlucht.Der Sternenhimmel ist ein Traum! Vor der Casa Barbara kreuzen sich mehrere Wanderwege, die mittelalterliche Ruta Medieval beginnt direkt um die Ecke. Der Einstieg zu den höchsten Gipfeln der Sierra Nevada (Mulhacen und Alcazaba) ist innerhalb von 20 Minuten Autofahrt erreichbar. Wir haben eine wunderschöne Woche in den Alpujarras bei strahlendem Sonnenschein verbracht und wären sehr, sehr gerne noch länger dort gelieben! Thanks for everything, Barbara - we will be back soon!
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2016

10/10 Excellent

Jason O., Madrid, España

Charming old village house in the Alpujarra

We stayed in Casa Barbara in August 2018 and we really enjoyed our time there. It is a nice old house, well done up with personality and an interesting design. It was our first time in the Alpujarra so that was a fantastic discovery for us too. The walls and ceilings of the house are very thick so that made it quite cool in August. It is quite comfortable for two people and it has a great covered terrace area with a lovely view where we spent most of our time. The roof terrace was also available but it is a tad hot in the summer. Great for star gazing though! The kitchen was fine, adequately equipped for basic cooking and there is a wide variety of books to choose from when you want a break from walking. The wifi signal was sufficiently good to let us access whatever we wanted on the internet but the mobile phone signal was a bit less reliable. The town Ferreirola is very pretty with friendly people , indeed the people are friendly in all the surrounding towns too. We actually coincided with the annual fiestas there which were fun and probably the only time when there is a bit of loud noise! It’s quiet but not always since you’re in a town so you can hear people in the nearby houses sometimes from the terrace. There are great walks nearby with lots of information in the house on routes etc. There are a few good restaurants in the next town 15 mins walk away and I would recommend a head lamp for the way back. The main biggish town in the area, Pitres, is about 10 minutes drive away and it has a good supermarket, bakery and the bookshop sells newspapers too. Of course we took a trip to Granada half way through our stay to visit the Alhambra by day and night. Make sure you do the night visit! I had forgotten what an amazing place it is. All in all, it was a great holiday and we would highly recommend Casa Barbara as a base to experience The magical Alpujarra from. One word of advice> Watch out for the low beams!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

André G.

Ein sehr idyllisches Haus für Individualisten mit Sinn für Details, Atmosphere und Natur!

In dem kleinen, ruhigen Ort Ferreirola wurden wir von der sehr charmanten Vermieterin Mrs. Barbara Lynch empfangen. Das 500 Jahre alte Gebäude ist liebevoll gepflegt und stilvoll ausgestattet. Wer den Kaminofen einem Tv vorzieht und lieber auf einem Gasherd als auf einem Ceranfeld kocht, wird begeistert sein. Es gibt 4 Schlafplätze in 2 Schlafräumen. Für zwei Personen ist das Domizil ideal. Das Bad, ohne Chichi, ließ für uns keine Wünsche offen (gepflegt und einwandfreie Funktion). Die beiden Außenbereiche, ein überdachter Balkon sowie eine große Dachterasse ermöglichen eine beeindruckende Aussicht. Allein dort ließen sich viele Stunden verbringen. Wander Enthusiasten finden je nach Anspruch kombinierbare Routen, direkt von der Haustür ausgehend. In der nahen Umgebung sind weitere Ortschaften (u.a Mecina ist fußläufig erreichbar) mit Bars und z.T. auch kleinen Einkaufsmöglichkeiten. Auf ein Fahrzeug sollte man allerdings nicht verzichten. Nach Granada dauert die Autofahrt ca. 50 min, das Meer erreicht man in ca. 40 min. Wer sich mit der Region Alpujarra auseinander setzt, findet dort außergewöhnliche Möglichkeiten für Natur, Kultur, Sport und Begegnungen. La Taha ist für uns ein optimaler Ausgangsort gewesen, mit maximalen Wohlfühlfaktor und jetzt schönen Erinnerungen. Barbara, thank you very much for all. We hope to see you again. A+K
Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2018

10/10 Excellent

Béatrice D.

un havre de paix.

un endroit très agréable, propre , bien équipé, où l'on se sent chez soi, idéal comme point de départ de randonnées dans les Alpujarras, et même pour une excursion à Granada ou à la mer. Barbara, la propriétaire est vraiment charmante et disponible, si besoin, pour fournir tous renseignements concernant la région. nous conseillons fortement.

10/10 Excellent

Rosa S.

Fantástica estancia. La casita tiene un emplazamiento perfecto para disfrutar de la naturaleza

Hemos pasado una semana inolvidable. La casa es cómoda y con mucho encanto, con unas vistas increíbles, además la propietaria es muy amable y te facilita la estancia. El pueblo y el entorno son maravillosos
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017