Casa Almelara is located minutes from the Sierra Nevada National Park at the edge of ancient and beautiful Atalbeitar.
Enjoy the cultural experience of an Andalusian village (the best preserved in the province), whilst having the peace of a rural retreat.
Ideal for lovers of beauty and nature, popular amongst artists and walkers, and with a whole range of outdoors activities in a stunning location.
There are also great cafes and restaurants in our valley.
ABOUT THE VILLAGE:
Atalbeitar is one of the 7 white, moorish villages that make up La Taha, a South-facing valley on the slopes of the highest mountain in Spain.
The village has ancient donkey lanes that make it a car-free village, peaceful and safe for children.
You can unload 14 metres from our door, then park the car 1 minute walk away at the entrance of Atalbeitar.
ABOUT THE HOUSE:
The house has been recently restored using traditional materials in original ways, with beauty and comfort in mind. Chestnut beams, bedrock corners and many unique touches give it a rustic charm.
We, Tom and Carmen ( the owners) are both artists, and have delighted in creating a space that is simple but harmonious, spending every winter (since 2003) restoring it with all our love and care, and so we are very happy when people come to enjoy our work.
THE SWIMMING POOL:
It is heated in the colder months. The system we use to purify the water is sand and salt, so your skin and eyes will be kindly treated here. It has also a hydro-massage and swimming against the current system so that you can exercise and feel revitalised and restored. It has a big dressing room with a large walk in shower, and also a beautiful
STEAM ROOM, with Iranian tiles.
The pool always has a roof. We have done it this way because these days we believe the sun is harmful and the water takes away the protection creams, so this way you and your children can swim all day without getting sun damage and then go to the sun deck and put your protection cream.
There is an interior patio in the house, shady and plant-filled to escape the heat of the midday Summer sun, where there is a BARBECUE available for your use.
As well as 3 large TERRACES with spectacular VIEWS and plenty of garden furniture.
Get cozy beside the fire, eat out on one of the terraces under pergolas with the untouched valley beneath you, explore our selection of games, or just relax and read our books.
But we also have a smart television with Netflix, etc.
A DVD player and films are available too.
There is WIFI and an office area if you need to catch up with your life, or you can work from the terraces whilst enjoying the views.....
There are in the house as well as other suggestions a collection of maps with exciting detailed walks via the moorish paths.
Please find our website Casa Almelara for a huge amount of activities and links in our area.
CHILDREN:
The main terrace is totally baby, toddler and child proof, SAFE as we have children ourselves!
We have toys for them too and as the village is car free you can enjoy games through all the exciting labyrinth like streets...
There are board games also.
ACTIVITIES
Please see our website for many more options.
There are a number of horse-riding places either for novices or the fully-experienced (or both together), with marvellous routes in the National Park.
And we can point you in the right direction for unforgettable walks with incredible views. ( maps in the house).
There are too local people that provide a number of interesting activities, like flamenco classes, yoga classes and specialized walks.
In the evenings or lunch time explore the variety of restaurants and bars in our valley La Taha, where the tradition is to give a free tapa with every drink, and where often you can catch an evening of local music.
Other swimming ideas:
Nearest beach: Salobreña, 57km
Pitres Camping with large outdoor pool and lovely garden restaurant, 3 km.
The Mecina Hotel, 2 km, offers a large outdoor pool and gardens with a cafe for a few euros a day.
There are wild swimming areas by the river and in the mountain streams. Please ask.
INCLUDED:
Complete kitchen to cater for large groups.
Washing machine and Drier.
Iron and Ironing board.
Hair drier.
Towels and linens.
Cooking essentials like oil, herbs and spices. Coffee and teas.
Kids:
Highchair available.
2 cots available.
PETS:
We love them, but due to caring about our guests potential allergies please let us know before you bring them.
IF YOUR GROUP IS SMALL:
The house is very versatile and you can rent it in different sizes, please look at the other options we have available to let in Atalbeitar.
