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Built by the Moors, restored respecting its heritage with WIFI, SMART TV & SPA

Family-friendly holiday home with sauna and indoor pool

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
Property grounds
Escape to Casa Aloe, a secluded haven near Sierra Nevada National Park. Experience the authentic charm of Andalusian village Atalbeitar, with its ancient donkey lanes and romantic atmosphere. Unwind in the luxurious steam room or by the fire with a book, enjoy al fresco dining on the terrace under starry skies, or swim in the lovely pool by the garden patio.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

6 bedrooms5 bathrooms400 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly

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About this property

Entire place

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

Built by the Moors, restored respecting its heritage with WIFI, SMART TV & SPA

Escape to Casa Aloe, a haven nestled within minutes of the majestic Sierra Nevada National Park.
Experience breathtaking uninterrupted valley views, stretching to the coast.
The house offers seclusion, privacy and peace, yet with the authentic Andalusian village of Atalbeitar just steps away, very well preserved, and an experience! it's as if you returned to the moorish times…very romantic. It also has ancient donkey lanes that make it a car-free village, mysterious but safe to explore and a paradise for children's games.

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 an original charm.
We, Tom and Carmen ( the owners) are both artists, and have delighted every winter since 2004 restoring this jewel with all our love and care, and so we are very happy when people come to enjoy our work.

THINGS TO DO:

Hike breathtaking trails, discover hidden gems, and reconnect with nature's beauty.

Immerse in tranquility: Unwind in the luxurious steam room, after exploring the National Park's wonders.

Relax and rejuvenate: Enjoy al fresco dining with the beautiful valley beneath you, or enjoy barbecues in the terrace under the stars, so bright there’s an observatory 20 min. from the house, if you are interested on tour of the stars.


Perhaps cozy up by the fire and unwind with a book. (There’s a Smart Tv with Netflix also)

Or swim in the lovely pool by the garden patio, shady and plant-filled to escape the heat of the midday summer sun. In the colder months the pool is heated, wonderful after a good long walk.
It has a hydro-massage and swimming against the current system.

In the evenings explore the variety of restaurants and bars in our valley, where the tradition is to give a free Tapa with every drink, and where often you can catch an evening of local music.
The charming villages of Ferreirola, Mecina, Fondales, Portugos, Pitres and Busquistar are all within a scenic walk of 15/20 minutes. Ask us about their Fiesta dates if interested, Atalbeitar’s is the second weekend of August.

This place is a heaven for lovers of nature, walkers and artists.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Indoor pool
  • Massage
  • Private pool
  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Heated pool
  • Snow sports gear
  • Tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 4,306 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Rules

Regarding pets, we love them but, due to cleaning bills and allergies, keep them off all bedrooms and furniture. Also, do not move the furniture.

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Note from host: Please contact us before telling us about your pet

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed GBP 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

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About the area

Map
Atalbeitar, Andalucia

What's nearby

  • Asociacion Jardin de la Alpujarra - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Shrine of Our Lady of Sorrows - 14 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Poqueira Gorge - 31 min drive - 12.8 km
  • Salobrena Beach - 59 min drive - 56.7 km
  • Granada Beach - 60 min drive - 56.8 km

Getting around

  • Granada (GRX-Federico Garcia Lorca) - 112 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante Mirador De Portugos - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante El Castaño - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Belezmin - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪La Recta - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪El Pilón - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Built by the Moors, restored respecting its heritage with WIFI, SMART TV & SPA have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Built by the Moors, restored respecting its heritage with WIFI, SMART TV & SPA pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at Built by the Moors, restored respecting its heritage with WIFI, SMART TV & SPA?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Built by the Moors, restored respecting its heritage with WIFI, SMART TV & SPA?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Built by the Moors, restored respecting its heritage with WIFI, SMART TV & SPA?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Built by the Moors, restored respecting its heritage with WIFI, SMART TV & SPA located?

Located in the mountains, this family-friendly holiday home is 8.8 mi (14.1 km) from Poqueira Gorge and 9.2 mi (14.9 km) from Siete Lagunas. Castle Lanjaron and Alpujarras Gate are also within 25 miles (40 km).

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Reviews

Built by the Moors, restored respecting its heritage with WIFI, SMART TV & SPA Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

8.4

Cleanliness

8.8

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Martine G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Genial

Lugar perfecto para desconectarse en un entorno fabuloso y una casa mágica. Conviene a las personas a quienes les gustan la naturaleza, el aislamiento, el senderismo, la meditación, la lectura y los sueños. Lejos del ruido y las actividades de las ciudades lejanas.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lara V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Casita de cuento perdida en las montañas

Casita de cuento perdida en las montañas, así es como la llama mi niña de 3 años. De verdad, el sito es toda una experiencia que hay que vivir, está Inmaculadamente limpo gracias a Matilde y a su equipo, y es una preciosidad, parece la casa de Alicia en el país de las maravillas. Solo un apunte, no tiene aire acondicionado como pone en el anuncio, aunque sí tiene ventiladores en todos los cuartos y es suficiente. Volveremos!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

4/10 Poor

Aira d.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

CASA CON ENCANTO MAL MANTENIMIENTO

La casa tiene mucho encanto, igual que Atalbeitar, con vistas bonitas y la piscina y el baño turco son originales. El lugar es muy bonito. Si vas a estar por la zona es ideal, pero si no, téngase en cuenta que la carretera de acceso es la típica de montaña y hay movimiento; la gente no siempre respeta los carriles (trayecto de más de media hora hasta salir de la peor parte de la carretera y de una hora hasta llegar a la A-44). Sin embargo, consideramos que es algo cara para el estado en el que está (y eso que los propietarios fueron muy amables y excepcionalmente nos rebajaron el precio). El mobiliario deja mucho que desear en algunas estancias (en una de las habitaciones te ibas hacia el centro de la cama y en otra las almohadas eran de muy baja calidad y considero el descanso algo vital para unas vacaciones), uno de los fogones de la cocina el más grande no funcionaba (en una casa para grupos tampoco nos parece muy pertinente) y en los salones al golpear los asientos salía polvo (conocemos el campo y no se puede tener una casa en perfecto estado, pero eso era cúmulo de bastante tiempo), además de que las mosquiteras que cubren las camas no estaban en el mejor estado y otros detalles. Por otra parte, como es lógico en el campo hay insectos, pero algunos de nosotros, además de volver con las picaduras normales de mosquito, volvimos con otras diferentes (tres de los cuatro afectados tuvimos que acudir al médico por la reacción alérgica, confirmándonos que no parecían picaduras de mosquito por la reacción y la distribución). Yo no tuve de estas picaduras en toda la semana hasta la última noche que estuve en uno de los salones en el que no había estado y el picor me ha durado dos semanas. Con un buen mantenimiento sería un lugar recomendable.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Anne B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastisk sted

Vi har nydt at bo i skønne Casa Aloe. Huset er helt specielt indrettet og har byens bedste udsigt.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Hélène V.

Formidable

Nous avons passé une excellente semaine dans cette maison des Alpujarras. Le site est magnifique, les randonnées sont accessibles depuis le gîte (GR) pour visiter les villages blancs. Ravitaillement facile et agréable à proximité. La maison est décorée avec beaucoup de soin et malgré son aspect rustique tout fonctionne parfaitement et est très confortable. Seuls petits bémols qui ne nous ont pas dérangé mais qu'il faut peut-être signaler : l'eau du robinet est ferrugineuse et a un goût prononcé qui surprend et la maison présente de nombreuses marches entre les différentes pièces ce qui pourrait être inconvénient avec de très jeunes enfants ou des personnes ayant du mal à se déplacer. Pour nous (2 familles avec grands enfants) cela n'a fait qu'ajouter à son charme. Bref, un bonheur.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jean-Paul T.

The most exciting house in the Alpujarras

The house is very well located in Atalbeitar,a little village in the middle of the Alpujarras.It's an authentique old village house with a lot's of charm and a large facing south terrace without opposie.It's a pleasure to eat on the terrace with a marvelous panoramic lanscape. A lot of hikings are avaible from the house without need to take the car. It was really nice holidays !