Beautiful country house in stunning scenery

Beautiful country house in stunning scenery

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The swimming pool set into the sierra

Overview
3 bedrooms
3 bathrooms
6 guests
Minimum stay varies 
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Farmhouse
The cortijo of Finca al-manzil is in the magical Sierra de Montanchez, Extremadura, a wonderful part of Spain with plenty to see and do. This is a unique property full of character, please see reviews. A perfect summer holiday, spring break or winter retreat for families, friends or couples. There are lovely views over the olive groves or up to the spectacular peaks of the sierra. Decorated with great care, a mixture of simple, good quality design with antique and ethnic furnishing, plenty of books for a good read on the patios and terraces. Bedrooms all en-suite, one with roof terrace, perfect for sunny breakfasts or star gazing. The swimming pool is situated in a natural curve of the mountains, surrounded by trees and shrubs, it has a wonderfully peaceful atmosphere with stunning vi...The cortijo of Finca al-manzil is in the magical Sierra de Montanchez, Extremadura, a wonderful part of Spain with plenty to see and do. This is a unique property full of character, please see reviews. A perfect summer holiday, spring break or winter retreat for families, friends or couples. There are lovely views over the olive groves or up to the spectacular peaks of the sierra. Decorated with great care, a mixture of simple, good quality design with antique and ethnic furnishing, plenty of books for a good read on the patios and terraces. Bedrooms all en-suite, one with roof terrace, perfect for sunny breakfasts or star gazing. The swimming pool is situated in a natural curve of the mountains, surrounded by trees and shrubs, it has a wonderfully peaceful atmosphere with stunning views of mountains and olive groves. Walk directly into the Sierra on ancient Moorish paths, nature is a delight at any season especially Bird Watching with many rare species on the finca including an eagle owl. The walk to our local village of Montanchez takes 40 mins on a delightful path through the natural scenery of the sierra.There is also a great 3 hour walk up the watermill gorge, over the mountain and into Montanchez. There are 4 World Heritage towns within 40kms: Caceres, Trujillo, Guadalupe and Merida, fascinating to explore, great night life and shopping. Horse riding, biking, and hiking from the finca. Welcome to join in the local farming activities & fiestas or a fun cooking morning.Cooking holiday: We run an interesting creative cooking holiday at Finca al-manzil several times a year. Please contact Pippa. There are discounts for staying with less than 6 people. Tourist License / Licencia de turismo N °: TR-CC-0069
House Rules
Pet-friendlyKid friendlyNo smoking
The house is for a maximum of 6 people at any time during the rental. We sometimes accept dogs but only after consultation.
Bedrooms
1 Double
Bathrooms
3 Attached (ensuite)

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Reviews (3)
caroline a
Manchester, United Kingdom1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
A Magical holiday in this beautiful cortijo, full of character and style
We spend 2 weeks at the Cortijo of Finca al-manzil at the beginning of May. Already quite hot but the house kept very cool with thick shutters and good insulation. The pool was divine and we spent most afternoons there, evenings under the stars dining outside on the great dining terrace. Kitchen was full of lovely dishes and kitchen ware to make each meal special, lots of cook books too. As to books, there were thousands, a wonderful collection, a nice ipod dock too. We loved staying in this eco friendly house, everything working efficiently with the big impressive photo-voltaic system. The walking and bird watching were a delight. We had breakfast with the azure winged magpies and dinner with the nightingales. Simply a very special holiday with unforgettable memories. Thanks to Pippa and Manfred for all their attention to detail, help and advice, very friendly but discreet, we felt completely private and tranquil in our own little world.
Visited May 2015 Travelled with family
Written 19 May 2015. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.

Kathleen H
5 contributions
3.0 of 5 bubbles
Location Stunning, but challenged by energy supply.
July is much too hot to stay here, and that mistake was entirely ours! The location, setting and tranquility of the large and grand Cortjio property are all amazing! Sadly, however, we did not feel welcome. The continual emphasis on the necessity to use power frugally really impinged on our enjoyment of what was an expensive venue and was mutually exclusive with provision of the digital TV, DVD player, washing machine, pool (with necessary filtration unit) and indoor and outdoor lighting for a large property with 3 double en-suite bedrooms. Not to mention the wifi which is also provided, but which is useless without all the necessary power-consuming hardware accompanying guests interested in using it. The bottom line is that the solar power generation and the power hungry facilities supplied at the house are clearly at odds. The worry of over- using power really did spoil the enjoyment of our holiday and must have been unnecessary since we were only 3 in number, in a property advertised for 6 people. The 1st floor bedroom was exceedingly hot in July and we were requested to limit the use of the fan to about an hour a night. We had to resort to covering ourselves in wet towels in order to sleep! The house notes were not written in a friendly way and offered virtually no local knowledge or recommendations. These notes really do need to be re- written urgently.
Visited July 2014
Written 11 September 2014. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Leila100
I have only just noticed this review and feel it very necessary to respond. The family of 3 who stayed at the cortijo in July 2014 left some very flattering remarks in my guest book so this review is even more mysterious. They seemed perfectly happy and did not say a negative word about the cortijo or the finca. By the way, as to the reference of an expensive holiday, they did in fact get a discount as there were only 3 and not 6. We had many friendly chats and provided them with bikes (never actually used as they alway got up so late, of course it was too hot to do anything by 11.00) I think they were unsuited to a hot summer and not prepared to adapt their timetable to accommodate the climate. A pity that they don't seem to have reaped the full glory of an Extremadura summer, early rising to enjoy the cool mornings, a cool siesta in the afternoon and looking forward to long balmy starry nights.
Written 19 May 2015. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

paganprophet
5.0 of 5 bubbles
A very special place to stay in gorgeous scenery, great walking and bird watching
We all loved Finca al-manzil, even better than the photos. Not an average holiday house, full of personality, comfortable and felt like home with lots of books and dvds for entertainment. The pool is wonderful with great views and a little terrace above for just 2 people. We loved the Saturday market in Montanchez and exploring the nearby historical towns. A super holiday, perfect mix of relaxing at the peaceful environment of the finca and some more active walking and exploring. We shall certainly return.
Visited October 2012 Travelled with family
Written 2 January 2013. This review is the subjective opinion of an individual traveller and not of Tripadvisor LLC nor of its partners. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.

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What this rental offers
Outdoor amenities
  • Private yard
  • Balcony
  • Private outdoor pool (unheated)
  • Terrace
Wi-fi and internet
  • Wi-fi
Indoor amenities
  • Internet access
  • Fireplace
Parking
  • Parking available
  • Secure parking available
Bathroom and laundry
  • Washer
  • Towels provided
  • Iron
  • Linens provided
Entertainment
  • DVD player
  • Stereo system
Living spaces
  • Highchair
Kitchen and dining
  • Cooker
  • Grill
  • Refrigerator
  • Dishwasher
  • Freezer
  • Kettle
  • Toaster
Things to do
  • Fishing spots available
  • Cycling areas
  • Watersports
Nearby
  • Golf course (within 30 mins drive)
  • Hiking areas
  • Countryside area
  • Tennis court
  • Horse riding facilities
Location info
  • Kid friendly

Map
Getting there
Barajas Airport
262.3 km

Talaveral La Real Airport
68.6 km
Restaurants
La Bodega de Pérez
2.1 km

El Rinconcito
2.2 km

Montecalabria
2.2 km

Restaurante La Montanera
2.1 km
Attractions
Castillo de Montánchez
2.3 kmCastles

La Jamoneria Boutique & Bar
2.2 kmBars & Clubs

Iglesia de Nuestra Senora de la Consolacion
3.3 kmChurches & Cathedrals

Pitogordo
2.2 kmBars & Clubs
About the neighbourhood
Situated in the stunning Sierra de Montanchez, Extremadura,a still little known province with wonderful unspoilt nature and some of Spain's most impressive historical towns. The sierra surrounding the finca is still living at a slower pace, the olive groves and vineyards are tended carefully even though access is only by donkey along ancient moorish pathways that afford wonderful routes by horse, donkey or foot. Montanchez is famous for the air dried jamon, Pitarra wine and small sweet figs, also wild asparagus is abundant all over the sierra. A lively town with a weekly market and a plaza with many tapas bars and restaurants. Only a 5 min. drive from the finca or a delightful 40 min walk throught the sierra.
Access
Car advised
How to get there
Fly to Madrid, take motorway to Trujillo and continue to Montanchez Fly to Seville take motorway to Merida and continue to Montanchez.
Activities nearby
Fishing spots availableGolf course (within 30 mins drive)Horse riding facilitiesTennis courtWatersports

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