Beautifully Restored farmhouse, KING size pool, Stunning views, Couples Rates!

Beautifully Restored farmhouse, KING size pool, Stunning views, Couples Rates!

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view from outdoor dining area
Landscape shot by kind permission of Ian Sharp
Pool
Pool
Full moon rising over Mount Maroma to the East by kind permission of Ian Sharp

Overview of Beautifully Restored farmhouse, KING size pool, Stunning views, Couples Rates!

Reviews
5 out of 5 Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free WiFi

Check out the area

Colmenar, AL
  • Popular LocationParque Natural Montes de Malaga16 min walk
  • Popular LocationPicasso Museum Malaga27 min drive
  • Popular LocationPort of Malaga32 min drive
  • AirportMálaga (AGP)51 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Shower room 1

Shower only

Shower room 2

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Beautifully Restored farmhouse, KING size pool, Stunning views, Couples Rates!

Welcome to Finca Manolo, a sympathetically restored Andalucian farmhouse, which was originally our family home, and now offers personalized and individually decorated accommodation (sorry no IKEA here!) with the emphasis on comfort and relaxation.

The Finca offers plenty of outside space to relax and enjoy the stunning views, where mountains meet the sky and olive groves undulate as far as the eye can see!

Inside we have three double bedrooms, (2 with double beds and a twin with 2 singles), the white washed walls are chunky and help keep you cool in Summer and warm in Winter, original features including traditional wooden windows with shutters, beamed ceilings, terracotta floors and an original fireplace with chimney in the master bedroom. There are 2 shower rooms, one ensuite with twin basins off the dressing room. The cosy lounge has 3 leather sofas and woodburner, original cane and eucalyptus beamed ceiling. An intimate dining room leads to the fully equipped kitchen which overlooks, and has access to, the spacious pool area, with sunbeds and straw umbrellas, a covered dining area and outside kitchen with charcoal BBQ, outside sink and hob.

Steps provide access to a roof terrace with table and chairs, especially nice for taking a sundowner and watching the mountains turn pink at sunset, there is a further shaded dining area under the terrace and chill out corner with stone seating.

Finca Manolo has free wifi, TV, DVD player, dishwasher, private parking and a super king size pool (10m x 5m with roman end steps, mosaic dolphin, depth 1.5 to 1.85m so great for diving and jumping in) which one of our guests described as "so lovely to be big enough to float around in without bumping into the rest of the family"!

We are located 7.7km from the lovely pueblo blanco of Colmenar, (no dirt tracks)! the capital of the Montes de Malaga, here you can go shopping and practice speaking Spanish, the people are genuinely pleased to see you and you will soon feel like a local. There are several other pretty white villages to explore and the coast is 45 minutes away. We have a local family run Spanish campo cafe bar within walking distance and there are more places to dine out in the nearby villages.

So, to summarise; We have;
Relaxing,
Away from it all,
Traditional,
Friendly,
Stunning...
And much more, all just waiting to be
Booked!

Our Excellent guest reviews, online both here and available to view at our own website, speak volumes... we warmly invite you therefore to stay, rest a while and simply experience this magical location for yourselves!

"Halfway to heaven.....We are spoilt for future holidays.... views amazing.. The most fantastic, totally relaxing holiday."

" The Summer nights were warm and evocative, punctuated by the staccato sound of cicadas; the evening sky abundant with a myriad of stars, seemingly close enough to touch. Just Magic "

Book with confidence!

Our cleaning procedures:
The property is always comprehensively cleaned between bookings, we have also introduced a 2nd stage disinfectant clean before each new arrival. Cleaning products including bleach will also be at the disposal of our clients for their own use if required.

No contact check in procedure:
This has always been our policy in order to respect our guests privacy, but will be even more relevant from now on, we would therefore like to reassure our guests that keys will continue to be made available for self check in.

Pets Allowed!
Well behaved pets may be accepted for domestic travellers

COUPLE DISCOUNTS AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST!

Couples discounts for 2023! We are pleased to announce that at FINCA MANOLO we now offer discounts of upto 70 pounds per week for 2 persons staying (for one week or more) between September and June, enabling smaller parties to come and stay and enjoy its fantastic location, the kingsize pool and the freedom of our beautiful farmhouse without paying the full price !! For COUPLES RATES (for stays between September and June only) please send an enquiry stating your dates. If in any doubt please contact us using the online messaging system..

** COUPLES DISCOUNTS AVAILABLE AT THIS PROPERTY! OTHER RENTAL PROPERTIES AVAILABLE FROM THIS OWNER can be seen at ref numbers 6957479

LONG WINTER RENTAL FROM £700 per month plus electricity; 2nd time Winter visitor testimonial:

"We stayed at Finca Manolo for our second time, for 10 weeks, from December through to February and loved every minute of it. A home from home with everything we could ask for and more.
It's a real sun trap, beautifully positioned, up in the mountains with fantastic old charm throughout.


We enjoyed many BBQ evenings by the pool with the added bonus of an outside kitchen with the company of its two resident cats who are both adorable. We had an amazing time, lazing around and enjoying the peacefulness of the place. The village is very handy and you can get all amenities at very reasonable prices.


Great for couples wanting a romantic retreat or for families wanting to get away from it all but with the bonus of a beautiful pool (although not heated so quite cold in the deep mid winter!) and a hot spa that overlooks the mountains but also very private.


The owners are always extremely helpful with family on hand if needed.
We hope to come back again someday, we absolutely loved it there." Linda and Isaac, New Zealand.

Property manager

Sue

Amenities

Pool
Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed
Well behaved pets accepted for domestic travellers

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Smoking outside only No mixed singles Pets at owners discretion
Where an under occupancy rate applies, only those named at time of booking will be accepted, unless agreed with the owner
Where a booking is made for 2 people outside of peak season, discounts may be available, please send the owner an enquiry stating your dates.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
Property registration number CR/MA/01173

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 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

Colmenar

Located in Colmenar, this farm stay is in a rural area and in the mountains. Parque Natural Montes de Malaga and Monte Victoria, Málaga reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Hermitage of Nuestra Senora de la Candelaria and Sanctuary of the Nazarene. Museo Interactivo de la Musica and Santisimo Cristo de la Buena Muerte are also worth visiting. Break out the clubs and hit the links on a nearby golf course, or seek out an adventure with cycling, mountain climbing and hiking.

What's nearby

  • Parque Natural Montes de Malaga - 16 min walk
  • Picasso Museum Malaga - 27 min drive
  • Calle Larios - 29 min drive
  • Málaga Cathedral - 29 min drive
  • Port of Malaga - 32 min drive

Getting around

  • Antequera Station - 41 min drive
  • Málaga (AGP) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • Bar el Niño Comares - 22 min drive
  • Bar la Plaza - 29 min drive
  • Restaurante el Molino - 26 min drive
  • Hotel Belen - 4 min drive
  • Bar casa cañá - 15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Beautifully Restored farmhouse, KING size pool, Stunning views, Couples Rates! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Beautifully Restored farmhouse, KING size pool, Stunning views, Couples Rates! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Beautifully Restored farmhouse, KING size pool, Stunning views, Couples Rates!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautifully Restored farmhouse, KING size pool, Stunning views, Couples Rates!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beautifully Restored farmhouse, KING size pool, Stunning views, Couples Rates! located?

Situated in the mountains, this farm stay is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Parque Natural Montes de Malaga and within 3 miles (5 km) of Hermitage of Nuestra Senora de la Candelaria and Museo de la Miel. Mirador Del Cochino and San Sebastian Cemetery are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

5

Exceptional

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4.9/5

Cleanliness

5/5

Check-in

5/5

Communication

4.8/5

Location

5/5

Listing accuracy

Reviews

5/5 Excellent

Sarah B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
un séjour de relaxation
Petit coin de paradis. Les photos correspondent bien à la réalité. Excellent endroit pour se reposer et méditer. Cependant soyez prévisible car la supérette la plus proche n'est pas à la porte d'à côté
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

5/5 Excellent

Sigrid K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tolles Ferienhaus
Das Ferienhaus hat unsere Erwartungen übertroffen. Die liebevolle Einrichtung, die Lage mit der wunderbaren Fernsicht, der Pool, sogar für das erste Frühstück war alles vorhanden. Wir haben den Aufenthalt genossen und uns bestens erholt.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

5/5 Excellent

Lasse v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Location and Host
Das Haus und die Außenanlage sind in bestem Zustand und sehr liebevoll und wohnlich gestaltet. Die Umgebung und der Blick in umliegenden Berge sind schlichtweg atemberaubend. Wer etwas Abgeschiedenheit und Ruhe in wunderschöner andalusischer Landschaft sowie eine äußerst bemühte und jederzeit gut andprechbare Gastgeberin zu schätzen weiß, ist hier bestens aufgehoben.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2023

5/5 Excellent

MORGANE G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Piscine et montagne
Les pieds dans la piscine et la tête dans les montagnes ! La maison est très agréable avec toujours un endroit à l'abri du soleil et la grande piscine permet de se rafraîchir à toute heure ! De nombreuses randonnées à proximité (ou un peu plus loin, le camino del Rey et El torqual sont des endroits superbes) pour les courageux, et farniente pour les autres. Les levers et couchers de soleil sur la montagne sont vraiment magnifiques, ce fut pour nous tous de magnifiques vacances. Merci beaucoup à Sue , Trevor, et Claude the cat
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

5/5 Excellent

Rachel W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
haven for relaxing
A wonderful property, well described by the owners (although we think the photos really don't do it justice!). A great place to get away from everything, especially in the heat we had. Ideal if you really don't want to do much visiting, but have great family time. We all hope to comeback sometime in the future. The owners are really helpful and the information and welcome pack (thank you) is wonderful. A gem.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Sue

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My husband, daughter and I are originally from Bristol in the South West of England although we haven't been back since 2003! Shortly after buying our farmhouse here in Andalucia, (originally intended for holidays) we moved out lock stock and barrel - plus 2 fat bemused English cats. We just couldn't resist the pull of sunny blue skies and the slower pace of life! Our two cats were soon joined by 4 kittens, 2 puppies a baby goat won in a local bar (that's another story!) and a truly stubborn mule! My parents then retired and followed us within a few short months. My father says it reminds him of England in the 1950's when people had more time for one another and priorities were different.

Why they chose this property

We first came across this beautiful area back in 2000, at the end of a fruitless search for a holiday home on the coast which is where we had thought at that time we wanted to be! A chance remark took us inland to a whole new world. It's not just the spectacular scenery, the mountains, clean air, fresh smells, almond blossom, ancient olives, wild scented gorse, and wildlife, the people are naturally friendly (where else would you find a warm response from strangers if you just smile, wave or speak a word of greeting!). Then there's the food, the vinos (!) the culture, the relaxed way of life - all combined to create our own small slice of paradise! All this only 40 minutes from civilisation and of course Malaga airport - as needs must!
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