La Palacete - Sierra de Almijarra, Granada:

Magnificent 15th-century mansion in a lush valley between Granada and the coast, perfect for celebrating special occasions with friends (weekly rental, sleeps 12-24) » Booking Enquiry Form

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Sleeps up to 24

This wonderful Marquesa's mansion dates from 1492 - the year Columbus reached America. 500 years later it was immaculately restored along with its outbuildings. The splendid Moorish gardens have also been rescusitated - with tall palms, sculpted hedges and exotic lilies, and a pool and tennis court for good measure. Paths lead to a belvedere, perched above lush chirimoya groves and dwarfed by the rugged peaks of the Sierra de Chaparral: as stunning and romantic a spot as you could wish for.

The interiors do not disappoint: there's a splendid, vaulted drawing-room on the ground floor, and a dining room and games room too; upstairs are 11 stately bedrooms (2 of them perched at the top of the tower), with tall ceilings, antique furniture and garden views. If you are planning a house party, conference or wedding, and looking for a stunning Mediterranean location, then look no further.

La Palacete is also a convenient base from which to explore the area. Historic Granada (approx 50 km), the Sierra Nevada and the Alpujarra mountains are all within a short drive of the property. Those interested in more active pursuits will find a huge choice of sports nearby, from deep sea diving to hanggliding. The sea at Almunecar is about 15 kms away.

The property comprises the mansion house, a separate cottage with two bedrooms, spacious ornamental gardens, the chapel, a pool, tennis court, a stunningly converted Olive Mill which seats up to 100 for large-scale, indoor dining functions and an outside bar and eating area - all with magnificent views. The manor house sleeps up to twenty in eleven bedrooms (five doubles and six twins), all but one with en suite bathrooms. There is a drawing room with vaulted ceilings and marble fireplace, a spacious and rustic kitchen and a stunning dining room (with timbered ceiling) leading to the garden. There are two more double bedrooms in the courtyard cottage, which has particularly fine views.

Accommodation Features

• 11 bedroomed Mansion sleeping up to 20 guests
• Self contained cottage - 2 x twin bedrooms (sleeps 4)
• Private Chapel
• Olive Mill seating 100 for larger indoor functions
  
• Elegant and historic buildings with superb Moorish gardens
• Exclusive, tranquil position at the head of the Valle Tropical above Almunecar
• 30 ft Spring-fed Swimming Pool (heating optional for winter use)
• Tennis Court
  
• Each bedroom has its own private bathroom
  
• Magnificent vaulted drawing room with large stone fireplace
• Timber panelled dining room with seating for up to 24 persons
• Spacious country style kitchen with twin ovens, fridges, freezers, industrial dishwasher, walk in crockery cupboard
• Laundry
• Games room with pool table,
  
• Catering (by arrangement)
• Staff available (by arrangement)
• Magnificent unspoilt views of the hillside and valley
• Electronically controlled entrance - guaranteeing privacy at all times.
• High-speed internet, telephone and fax
• TV room with satellite TV, DVD system and VHS
  
• Less than 2 hours' drive from Malaga, which has excellent air connections with most of Europe
• Weekly linen change during long stays
• Cot available on request
  

Weddings and the Chapel

The Palacete de Cazulas is the ideal location to celebrate your wedding reception in the sun. Something a little different and more special. The main house and annex cottage  can accommodate up to 24 persons. Local accommodation is available for additional guests and  there is also a wide selection of hotels in Almunecar where they can stay after your reception.

The Chapel

You have exclusive use of the property throughout your stay .The property is let on a self catering basis with staff available if required.

The gardens and terraces can accommodate up to 110 guests comfortably for the reception, or for the cooler months of the year we now have a NEW indoor dining room in the "Old Olive Mill" which is available for large scale functions. Seating capacity 80-100 persons.

The Chapel will seat up to 45 and a maximum attendance of 70 persons (the remainder standing).

Services can be arranged through our wedding co-ordinators if required, who will be pleased to quote on all aspects of your very special day (live entertainment, taxi and coach transportation, hotel accommodation, catering and all the necessary services).

Inside the Chapel

The Chapel

The chapel was constructed around 1890 by the De Castro family, owners of the Palacete de Cázulas and its surrounding estate since the 16th century. Over the last few years the chapel has been fully restored to its former glory. A delightful statue of the Virgin of Lourdes presides over the altar which is more than two centuries old. Carved and colourful saints look down from the walls and the original plain marble font stands beside the entrance. The chapel's lofty vaulted roof and high windows provide the correct subtle lighting and atmosphere for an intimate ceremony.

Power outlets are available for extra photographic lighting or taped music.  

Accommodation

The house has been elegantly and thoughtfully renovated so as to preserve its unique atmosphere and outstanding historical features, including some of the original furniture.

Drawing Room

Ground floor

Spacious entrance hall with 300 year old Sevilian wall tiles. Downstairs cloakroom, magnificent main drawing room with centre column, vaulted ceiling and original stone fireplace, library with telephone, fax and Wi-Fi internet connection available, day room/tv room with satellite TV, DVD system and VHS, timber panelled dining room with seating for up to 24 persons. Spacious country style kitchen with twin ovens, fridges, freezers, industrial dishwasher, walk in crockery cupboard, laundry, museum/ games room with pool table, ground floor bedroom (No. 10) with twin beds and ensuite shower room, inner patio.

Master Suite

Upstairs

The following is a room list of available accommodation.All bedrooms are on the first floor unless otherwise indicated.

Room 1
Large double bedroom with sitting area and ensuite bathroom (north facing).

Room 2
Master suite with four poster bed, living room area, luxury bathroom with separate shower and large bath (south west facing).

Bathroom 2

Room 3
Twin beds, ensuite bathroom, views over main gardens (south facing).

Room 4
Twin beds, ensuite bathroom (south facing).

Room 5
Twin beds, ensuite bathroom (south facing).

Room 6
Spacious room with canopied double bed, luxury bathroom (south east facing with great views).

Room 9

Room 7
Mini suite with two rooms, twin beds, ensuite bathroom, sofa bed in connecting room (north east facing).

Room 8
Spacious twin bedded room with sitting area, ensuite bathroom (north facing over rear garden).

Room 9
Rear tower, four poster bed, ensuite bathroom, private terrace, (south east facing).

Room 8

Room 10
Ground floor, twin beds, ensuite shower room (north facing).

Room 11
Ground floor (Staff Room).

Room 12
Front tower, twin beds with triple aspect view, own private bathroom in converted dovecote on floor above.

The Courtyard Cottage

Please note that we also offer accommodation in our separate courtyard cottage - 2 x twin bedrooms, with its own spacious living room, kitchen etc. This is available when the whole house is rented.

Courtyard Cottage

The Gardens

The extensive ornamental Moorish gardens have been laboriously restored to their former glory - offering guests the opportunity to wander or relax in total peace and tranquility surrounded by centuries old palm trees, shady borders and colourful exotic plants. Ancient cypress hedges border an attractive swimming pool that is fed by a natural spring.

Mirador

Optional pool heating is now available by separate arrangement (usually only necessary from November through to April).

Pool

There are several large terraces available. The main terrace with magnificent views over the valley and the village of Otivar has a seating capacity of up to 110 persons and is used mostly in the summer as a superb sun bathing area.

There is also a hard surface tennis court is located adjacent to the summer bar and terrace.

Tennis Court

Weekly Rentals - Sleeps up to 24 (house & cottage)

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