Property available for...
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Long term lets (over 1 month)
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Short term breaks (4 days or fewer)
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Holiday lets (1 to 4 weeks)
Type of holiday
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Beach
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Bird watching
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Diving
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Golfing
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Good nightlife
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Theme park
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Walking & Hiking
Summary
The villa and garden/patio areas are fully fenced and the villa has a private off road parking space behind secure wrought iron gates. The South facing garden and patio areas contain colourful plants and flowers under the established Cork Oak trees that provide partial shade from the Andalucian sunshine.
The completely private and self contained grounds of El Corcho with its patios, roof terrace and lawn gardens all have fantastic views to the Sierra de Mijas, Sierra de Nevada and across to the nearby village of Alhaurin El Grande. The villa is set overlooking our own private woodland perfect for artists, bird watchers or just people who enjoy beautiful countryside.
Description of Interior
**The kitchen, which is hand crafted by a local carpenter, has granite worktops and is fully fitted out with a gas oven, 4 ring hob, extractor, microwave oven, fridge freezer, coffee machine, toaster, electric kettle, t-towels, dish cloths, selection of pans, dishes, cooking utensils and cutlery. The wood work within the villa, including doors, wardrobes and kitchen, have all been hand crafted to a very high standard by a local carpenter.
**The air conditioned lounge with its patio doors, leading directly onto the terracing, garden area and Jacuzzi, is beautifully fitted out with two three seater sofas, large coffee table, satellite TV with UK channels, bookcase which contains paperback books, magazines, information and maps on the surrounding area, CD hi-fi and beautiful pictures on the walls. The window has uninterrupted views out across beautiful Andalucian countryside.
**The dining area has a quality wooden table and four chairs together with a book shelf which contains paperback books for you to enjoy during your stay. In addition there is a lovely BBQ area with dappled shade from the Cork Oak tree and fantastic views across the valley, this is furnished with table, chairs and gas BBQ - alternatively dine on the Sun / Roof Terrace on the wrought iron table and benches.
**The double en-suite bedroom is beautifully fitted out with quality wooden furniture, with views from the window out across the gardens and the valley beyond to the Mijas Mountains. It has a good quality double bed, bedside tables with lamps, wardrobe, dressing table, hairdryer, A/C and ceiling fan light. The ensuite bathroom with its on demand hot water (no tank) is fully tiled and has a walk in shower, toilet, sink, towel rail and mirror.
A cot can be provided if necessary.
**The twin bedroom is furnished with beautiful wooden twin beds, wardrobe, bedside table with lamps, dressing table, has a ceiling fan, A/C and heating.
**The second, family, bathroom with its on demand hot water (no tank) is fully tiled and has full size bath, shower, large mirror, towel rail, toilet and wash hand basin.
Garden and Exterior
There is a beautiful BBQ patio area surrounded with plants and fruit trees which is set in the dappled shade of a Cork Oak tree. It has a gas barbecue, table and chairs - a fantastic place to enjoy the wonderful views across the valley, next to the BBQ area is the "Top of the Range" Hot Tub /Jacuzzi. The subtle underwater lighting makes a dip in the hot tub, under the clear sky and stars, a wonderful way to end the day. The hot tub is controlled by the guests so that it can be heated for the winter, cool and refreshing for the summer.
This patio then leads, via an iron spiral staircase, to the magnificent roof terrace with 360 degree views. This terrace can be used as a sunbathing terrace or as a place to sit in the evenings and take in the beautiful views across to Alhaurin El Grande and the mountains.
There is a further totally private south facing garden area of soft "English type" lawn with colourful flowers contains the swimming pool, poolside shower, sun loungers and parasol. All areas are for the sole use of the villa guests.
Location
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Spain
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Region
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Andalucia / Inland
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Town
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Alhaurin el Grande - Malaga
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Distances
Alhaurin el Grande
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Malaga
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Coast & Beaches
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Car advised:
Yes
Activities
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Beach
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Bird watching
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Bowling
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Cultural area
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Cycling
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Diving
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Golf course
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Hiking
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Horse riding
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Hunting
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Marina
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Mountaineering
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National park
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Sailing
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Tennis courts
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Theme park
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Walking
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Water park
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Water skiing
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Watersports
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Windsurfing
Local Area
Within walking distance of El Corcho, approximately 1.5kms, there are a few country bar/restaurants. Alhaurin el Grande is a short drive or walk away, 3kms, and shows traditional Spanish life, shops, banks and a local market every Thursday, Spanish bars, together with some English and Irish bars, as well as some of the best restaurants in the region.
Andalucia has a wealth of places to see. There are many typical white villages to see, ranging from the sleepy village of Tolox to the village of Mijas with its fantastic views across to the coast and Africa. The ancient town of Ronda is built across a gorge and gives some wonderful "photo" opportunities. Granada is a beautiful city with the Alhambra Palace and the nearby ski resort of Sierra Nevada. Malaga with wonderful parks, gardens, the new Picasso Museum and fascinating food market.
Sevilla with its beautiful architecture, gardens, shops and restaurants. Visit Gibraltar to see the Apes on the rock and see a little "England".