Locality

The Surrounding Area.

• There are beautiful walks and bike rides around the Cortijo encapsulated by panoramic countryside.
• The quaint historic hillside village of Moclin is two kilometres away, overlooked by a 13th century castle, which was built to to mark the frontier between the kingdoms of Granada and Castille. 
• A short 30 minute drive will take you to the vibrant city of Granada. 
• A 20 minute drive will take you to the fascinating Museo Casa Natal de Frederico Garcia Lorca, birthplace of the famous Spanish poet and playwright  in the village of Fuente Vaqueros. And if you want to find out more about this very local writer you can visit the Centro Frederico Garcia Lorca in the centre of Granada.
• La Cartuja is a fascinating monastery in Granada, again well worth a visit.
• The beguiling and atmospheric Alhambra Palace lies in the heart of the city. Originally constructed in AD 889, this exquisitely preserved Islamic palace is a unique gem that must be seen.
• Cordoba is one and a half hours drive  .
• Close by are the beautiful cooling reservoirs of Cubillas and Colomera, where you can do Kayaking, sailing and paddle-boarding.
• Rock climbing is popular in this area and there are numerous challenges to explore.
• The Natural hot springs of Santa Fe are well worth a visit
• In the local village of Puerto Lope, there are bars, cafes and a vibrant fiesta culture.
• There are numerous interesting villages and small towns in the vicinity to explore. 
• Fabulous area for birdwatchers . Keen birdwatching guests have recently spotted a rare Golden Oriole from our terrace. We also have regular sightings of Hoopoe birds.