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10 out of 10
Exceptional

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2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5100 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Pool
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning

About this property

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

Country House High Standard Quiet Relaxing Spacious Lush Eco-Property Child-Safe

Experience an unforgettable holiday in our high-quality and sustainable country house, built according to Andalusian-Arabian tradition, in the middle of refreshing nature in the evergreen "Las Alpujarras", the fertile southern slopes between the Sierra Nevada (Spain's largest national park) and the coast. This unique mountain landscape is blessed with ubiquitous bubbling water in springs, mountain lakes, wild streams, rivers and medieval Moorish irrigation canals all over.
The ecologically certified and completely climate-neutral property is nestled between fruit avocado orange and centenary olive trees in an evergreen subtropical garden with large lawns, a pool area and parking next to the house on a flat land of 3.300m2. Right next door begins the wild nature, pine forests and gorges. From the house you have an unobstructed view of the mountains, the valley and the village.
It offers the perfect opportunity to experience and enjoy the authentic and genuine Andalusia.
Órgiva is only 1km away and can easily be reached by car in a few minutes or on foot in just 10 minutes. It is a 25 minute drive to the coast, 40 minutes to Granada and just over an hour to the Sierra Nevada ski resorts.

FURNISHING
The house is characterized by its spacious interior, its good and high-quality equipment, the modern Air/Con and heating systems in all rooms as well as an exceptionally good building structure and thermal insulation. This guarantees a pleasant room temperature in winter and on hot summer days.

Everything is of good quality and carefully selected and has everything you need for a comfortable stay and a relaxing holiday. (high efficient aerothermal heating and air conditioning in all rooms, open fireplace, Free 500 Mbps WiFi, 43 Smart TV incl. international TV + Sport + Cinema, well-equipped kitchen with modern oven, dishwasher and large refrigerator, various coffee machines, sharp kitchen knives, large, delicate Bordeaux red wine glasses, wooden garden furniture, Lafuma relaxation loungers).

We attach great importance to the cleaning and disinfection of our holiday accommodations.

The large organic community pool is 9x4m, has shallow steps across the entire width of the pool that can also be used as a bench and a 4x2m paddling pool. It is only used by the guests of our three holiday homes and is naturally chlorinated with salt without chemicals.

The lawns around the pool are so extensive that each accommodation has its own area, its own large parasol and each guest has their own Lafuma relax sun lounger for exclusive use.

The entire pool area and sunbathing areas are protected so that small children cannot go to the water unsupervised. In the extensive gardens there is a tower slide, a giant tire swing and a playground with a badminton net.

During the winter we like to cheer our guests on in our Finnish sauna and also operate the pool all year round.

Maria and I live about 50m away, hidden from view by the rich vegetation, in the large main house of the property, in which there are two other holiday apartments.

THE ENVIRONMENT
The holiday villa is settled into the real heart of the Alpujarra, in the middle of the fertile southern slopes of the Sierra Nevada and its impressive flora and fauna. This green Garden of Eden stands out above all for its strong contrasts between Arabic, terraced and irrigated cultural landscapes and its wild alpine landscapes as well as for its year-round mild and sunny microclimate.

You can go on hikes through the valley or to the surrounding hills and mountains directly from the holiday home. Excursions to the picturesque mountain villages or to the snow-capped peaks of the Sierra Nevada can be made by car. The spectacular mountain range reaches a height of 3,484 m and is home to the most diverse flora in its five climatic zones between the subtropical coastal region and its glacier as of the clearest starry sky in Europe .

Órgiva offers numerous street cafes and restaurants, small shops, a colorful weekly market and a market hall which offers al kind of fresh groceries on fish, meat, vegetable and herb stalls, as well as a sound infrastructure of small grocery stores, organic shops, ATMs, a post office and a small emergency hospital. We like to describe Orgiva as a "normal", i.e. naturally grown village with a touch of New Age, but not as touristy.

ACTIVITIES AND EVENTS IN THE AREA
Blessed with plenty of sun and mild weather all year round, this region offers an endless variety of possibilities, activities and holiday arrangements. The Mediterranean environment - part fertile cultural landscape, part wild nature - between the sunny coast and high mountains has its own character and culture. It is consistently green in winter and also in midsummer and an ideal spot to explore the real Andalusia, away from the tourist hustle and bustle.

There are inexhaustible possibilities for the nature lover. Countless hiking routes lead through olive and orange groves, past picturesque mountain villages, vineyards and wineries, through forests, wide valleys and narrow gorges, to crystal-clear mountain streams, spring lagoons and snow-capped peaks.

The nearby coast offers in addition to lively coastal towns many small and hidden bays. Some have only a small fish restaurant and others have only sand or rocks. Some can only be reached on foot.

This region offers all year round - even in the winter season - the possibility of relaxation and all kind of different activities as well as its varied gastronomic offer. Because in every season the region lives to the fullest and sights, cafes, restaurants and fish restaurants on the beaches are open all year round.

The picturesque student city of Granada is only 50km away and is an inexhaustible source of beauty and culture. In addition to the countless sights of its Moorish history and its UNESCO World Cultural Heritages, it has everything that a vital historical metropolis can offer.

The Alhambra is the largest and best preserved Moorish palace and fortress in Europe.

SERVICES
Our reception and caretaker service is available to you throughout the day.
There we also process the printing of tickets and boarding passes, answer all questions about our offer and are happy to advise you on excursions, hikes, offers of activities in the area, the mountains, the coast and Granada, restaurants, transport services, events, doctor's appointments, as any others Services and their bookings.

With our 25 years of experience working on our holiday offer and fascinated by the area and its charm, we can offer many personal tips and suggestions.

For offers of eco-outdoor activities on water, sea and land we are collaborating with the company "Natural-Experience dot es".
Please have a look on it.

We are also happy to arrange car rental from Málaga airport with our Car hire partner, a very efficient company working on all incl. service (no queues, quick and personal handle over right at the terminal, no confusing insurance offers, no upfront fuel fee).

QUALITY CERTIFICATIONS
Our holiday accommodation is a sustainable, registered, family tourism business that is registered and monitored by the responsible tourism authority, which guarantees the highest safety, hygiene and quality standards. We also produce solar power, have the official Andalusian organic seal AGROCOLOR as an organic farm and are planning an e-charging station for e-cars.

PRICE INFORMATION
The prices shown refer to the use of the entire holiday facility (accommodation, garden, swimming pool and parking space) for 4 adults and are "all inclusive", i.e. they include all additional costs and the service of a holiday accommodation such as internet, firewood, gas, electricity , beds made up, bedside rugs, all towels, kitchen towels, sponge, washing-up liquid, washing powder, soap, shampoo and toilet paper as well as a small 'basic pantry' with our homemade organic olive oil, vinegar, salt, spices, coffee, tea and sugar .

The accommodation is cleaned weekly on request, and bed linen and towels are also provided weekly.

Each extra bed is charged at €10 per person/night, children under 12 are free.

Our welcome service includes the following:
Disinfection and extra cleaning of dishes and all kitchen utensils.

On request, a personal reception at the accommodation or at a meeting point as well as a presentation of the accommodation.

24 hour pre-air conditioning/heating of the house.

A bottle of organic wine, a bottle of water, milk and a fruit bowl.

You can order a grocery shopping service for a fee of 30€, so that it will be ready in the house when you arrive.

We provide high chairs and cots free of charge.

Our prices include 10% VAT, household contents insurance and liability.

Check-in is from 2 p.m. and check-out before 11 a.m., unless otherwise agreed.

The changeover day is Saturday from the beginning of July to the end of August. We are flexible the rest of the year.

ABOUT OUR CANCELLATION POLICY:
In the event of re-letting, we will refund payments to the guest, regardless of our general cancellation fees.

PETS
Well-behaved pets are generally welcome, but must know that under no circumstances may they jump on chairs, sofas or beds, disturb other people or soil the property. If you arrive with pets, we can ask for a deposit of 150€, which will be returned on the day of departure.
We only charge an additional fee of 25€ for an extra deep cleaning.
Unfortunately, we cannot accept dog breeds classified as dangerous.

Property manager

Oliver Baun

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach
  • Beach towels
  • Beach sun loungers

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Shared/communal pool
  • Sauna
  • Massages

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Paper towels
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Ice maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Stereo
  • Books
  • Music library
  • Games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine
  • Near laundromat

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Printer
  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total (up to 55 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No elevators
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Limited housekeeping
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels (on request)

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • Near the sea
  • On the river
  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • 100% renewable energy
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community & sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Unit size: 1076 sq ft (100 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total (up to 55 lbs per pet)
Note from host: Haustiere müssen bitte angemeldet werden!

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Kleinkinder nicht als Person markieren, da gratis

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
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses solar energy, plus a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
Property Registration Number VTAR/GR/000458

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation

About the neighborhood

Map
Cortijo el Potro, Andalusien,

What's nearby

  • Castle Lanjaron - 14 min drive
  • Alpujarras Gate - 14 min drive
  • O Sel Ling - 33 min drive
  • Poqueira Gorge - 37 min drive
  • Sierra Nevada Ski Resort - 70 min drive

Getting around

  • Granada (GRX-Federico Garcia Lorca) - 87 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ruta del Mulhacen - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪El Limonero - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Venta el Buñuelo - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Café-pub Willendorf - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Teide - ‬27 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Country House High Standard Quiet Relaxing Spacious Lush Eco-Property Child-Safe have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Country House High Standard Quiet Relaxing Spacious Lush Eco-Property Child-Safe pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 55 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at Country House High Standard Quiet Relaxing Spacious Lush Eco-Property Child-Safe?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Country House High Standard Quiet Relaxing Spacious Lush Eco-Property Child-Safe?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Country House High Standard Quiet Relaxing Spacious Lush Eco-Property Child-Safe located?

Located by the ocean, this family-friendly vacation home is 7.1 mi (11.4 km) from Castle Lanjaron and 7.8 mi (12.6 km) from Alpujarras Gate. Salobrena Beach and Torrenueva Beach are also within 25 mi (40 km).

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Country House High Standard Quiet Relaxing Spacious Lush Eco-Property Child-Safe Reviews

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Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 77 out of 84 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 84 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 84 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 84 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 84 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Hugo H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect!
Perfectly designed home in excellent location. Thanks Oliver!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ian R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great stay
The well appointed rustic dwelling was ideal and well equipped. The view was fantastic. The host was very friendly and helpful Our only problem was our failure to notice that the pool was shared with the host and his other small letting on the site. This turned out not to be a problem at all.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eva J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sublime house to unwind
We loved the house! Absolutely everything was supplied and Oliver and Maria where very helpfull too. The view was amazing and we made several walking tours in the neighbourhood, also perfect for trail running😃. The kids had much fun in the garden playing batminton and swimming and on the tire swing. They have cute dogs and cats too! Food at Baraka restaurant in the village was amazing😋. We will come back some day! thank you!
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

6/10 Okay

Nina T.

Lovely Setting
The villa is situated in a very secluded beautiful setting. It is close to the town of Orgiva. The villa is very well equipped. We had an issue with larvae in the wood work when we were staying which was surprisingly noisy. This did affect our stay as we were lying awake listening to them gnawing at the wood. The owner is going to deal with them. The villa is quite handy for day trips to Granada.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Sérgio T.

Great place to relax and explore the Alpujarra area!
We had a very good time there! The fireplace is a plus, especially in the cold days of December. The house is well equipped and warm. It is amazing to see the sunrise from the window and also to catch some oranges right from the tree! Oliver was a nice and friendly host. Although our experience was overall good there are two points that we want to share, as it "damaged" a bit our experience: - When you make the check in, make sure all is working properly, namely: Wi-Fi and the gas (for hot water, for example). We had problems with that in the first day. - The wine from the "Welcome package" is good and locally produced, however, the rest of the items don't worth the amount of money paid. It's true that the "welcome package" is optional and a kind help from the hosts, but on the way to Órgiva and to the Cortijo, there are many shops and supermarkets where you can buy all the items you need.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2017

10/10 Excellent

Kristen B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect escape in central Alpujarras location
Everything was exactly as described in the listing. The cottage, the view and especially the pool were a perfect peaceful place for us to totally relax and spend quality time in between our adventures throughout the region. The cottage felt very private because it had enough property of its own surrounding it and it is separated from the other house where other guests stay. The pool was a highlight- it was large, well maintained and although technically shared with a couple of others who may be in the other guest house, it had a designated area for us with chairs and umbrella, so it felt very much our own. Oliver and Maria were amazing hosts, responsive and very knowledgeable - willing to help with all our questions about everything local. The details in decor and care of the property are evidence of how invested they are in what they are offering their guests. Their welcome book had great recommendations for activities, food and more. I highly recommend this property for a family or other small group who either wants to stay put and enjoy all the peace it has to offer or use it as a home base for exploring the area. Thank you, Oliver and Maria!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

REY C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Supers vacances
Nous avons passé trois semaines dans la maison de Maria et Oliver. Nous avons ADORÉ ! D’abord le cadre est fantastique, petite perle de verdure à la sortie du village, près des chemins de randonnée. Ensuite, la maison est très typique, agréable, propre et très bien équipée. Enfin, les hôtes qui sont très gentils, discrets, disponibles dont nous avons pu apprécier les petites attentions lors de notre arrivée (fruits frais, vin, lait…) Nous avons également profité des moments de bien-être prodigués par Maria et de l’excellente huile d’olive de la maison. En résumé … nous reviendrons avec grand plaisir ! Merci 🙏
Stayed 21 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bianca J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Toller Urlaub und super Erholung
Es war alles perfekt. Super Erholung. Wunderschöner Pool mit einem wunderschönen Ausblick in die Berge. Auch das Haus war toll. Liebevolle Gastgeber und überaus hilfsbereit in jeglicher Hinsicht. Vielen Dank für die schöne Zeit bei euch.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary B., Austin, Texas

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Better than the pictures!
Excellent hosts, fantastic communication throughout our stay and a very nice welcome and introduction to the house. There is a folder with all the information needed for the house and the surrounding area. We loved going into Orgiva for bread, veggies/fruit, wine, etc (the daily market is awesome!). The bed is super comfortable, kitchen is well equipped (we often cooked at "home"), views are peaceful, lovely and relaxing pool, and we had loads of privacy. Fantastic location for exploring the region, though, some days it was really hard to leave "home." We already miss Antonio and Peppa! (the host's 2 dogs) Hoping to come back for an even longer stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

STEPHANE C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Séjour parfait!
Superbe semaine en famille dans la villa Cortijo El Potro. Spacieuce, confortable, au calme, très bien entretenue et cerise sur le gâteau une vue magnifique. Le jardin et la piscine d'eau salée viennent compléter cet espace idyllique. Maria et Oliver sont toujours de bons conseils, prévenants et très attentifs au bien-être de leurs hôtes. En résumé: un séjour merveilleux!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sara J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Top notch accommodation and wonderful views
This is our third visit to Oliver and Maries fabulous holiday let. We couldn’t recommend it more highly if you want to get away from everything but also be able to walk into Órgiva, easily visit the coast and mountains. Just perfect!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

paula g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
fin de semana en orgiva
todo muy bien los pueblos de cercanos muy bonitos
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great base for exploring La Alpujarra
Cortijo El Potro is a nice, well appointed house with access to a lovely saltwater pool. Oliver and Maria are friendly, helpful, and gracious hosts. Orgiva is a great basecamp for cycling, hiking and exploring La Alpujarra. Orgiva is a diverse town with Spanish locals, expats, and a noticeable number of counterculturists. Dining options are a bit limited for long stays, but the kitchen works well for making meals and there are plenty of options for buying groceries. The area has its share of barking dogs, and during our visit, a relatively loud four-day festival; though…that’s Spain. The walk to town is short, but fairly step, especially with an armful of groceries. There are two friendly dogs and cats on the property, which for most people is a plus; however, if one has a cat allergy, this may be an issue as some guests may let the cats come inside.
Stayed 15 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Melanie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Merveilleux sejour !
Nous avons passé une excellente semaine, au calme dans ce lieu qui est un havre de paix et de sérénité. La maison est très agréable à vivre, bien équipée (la climatisation est la bienvenue!). La piscine est extraordinaire de par sa vue exceptionnelle sur les montagnes. Les hôtes sont très gentils, accueillants et veulent tout faire pour qu'on se sentent bien ! La propriété est très belle et présente de nombreux arbres fruitiers (amandiers, vignes, orangers, bananiers, oliviers, avocatiers...)
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

David W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cortijo with an amazing view
We have thoroughly enjoyed our winter holidays at the lovely Cortijo el Potro. It is a shame that coronavirus had such an impact this year but we will be back again in 2022 for more winter sunshine.
Stayed 28 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

David W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A special place
We had a really enjoyable winter month in Orgiva (mid-Jan - mid-Feb). It is a good time of year for almond blossom. This was our second winter visit and it didn't disappoint. The views from the Cortijo are amazing - such a pleasure to sit out in the sunshine with a freshly-picked and squeezed orange juice listening to the birds and looking out on the mountains. Most days we were even able to have breakfast outside - a stark contrast to English winter weather. We only had rain on 5 of the 29 days (last visit we had no rain!). The Cortijo was comfortable and, with the aircon heater, log burner or a portable heater available, warm enough in the evenings. The Cortijo is quiet at night and we always slept well. There was plenty of hot water and we had no problems cooking or doing washing. What a luxury to hang washing out on the line late afternoon to dry! It was good to have Oliver and Maria around for advice or any help. Last visit we went to Granada - a doable day trip - except that we pre-booked the Alhambra and stayed two nights. This time, at Oliver's recommendation, we went to Cordoba. It would be a good place to visit at any time of year but there was plenty to see and not too busy in winter. We love walking and did some great walks , including one with Fritz (Oliver's father) above the clouds (!) above Capiliera. There is plenty of walking available and it is easy to download and follow routes. We ate well, with restaurants offering menu del dias for 10-15€ for 3 courses including drink. The highlight, though, has to be just being there - with the sunshine, orange trees, and yellow oxalis flowers set against the green grass and the mountains beyond.
Stayed 28 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

ALFONSO M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Navidades en Órgiva
La verdad es que han sido 9 días fabulosos, la casa es mejor de lo aparenta en el anuncio, Martin ha estado muy pendiente de nosotros para que la estancia fuera perfecta. Nuestra perrita ha estado encantada con sus amiguitos George, Pepa y Antonio. El entorno, el pueblo y la gente ideales para desconectar de la ciudad. Esperaremos repetir y conocer a Oliver y María.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Maria Anna R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Eine kleines Paradies
Die Unterkunft war sehr sauber, wir hatten den Pool für uns alleine. Eine traumhafte Aussicht in die Berge, ruhig, eine tolle Oase für 4 Personen. Jederzeit gerne wieder
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kerstin G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wunderschönes Cortijo in herrlicher Umgebung
Wir haben die 12 Tage im Cortijo El Potro sehr genossen. Alles entsprach der Beschreibung, sehr sauber und mit viel Liebe zum Detail eingerichtet. Es ist sehr ruhig gelegen, man kann gut zu Fuß in den Ort Orgiva gehen( ca. 15 Minuten ) . Dort gibt es viele nette Restaurants, oder man kocht in der wirklich gut ausgestatteten Küche selbst. Die Einkaufsmöglichkeiten im Ort sind gut, es gibt Supermärkte, Bioladen, Metzger , Bäcker..... Orgiva ist kein hübscher Ort, aber man ist weit weg vom Touristenrummel und man erlebt das authentische Andalusien. Uns hat es sehr gut gefallen. Sehr guter Ausgangspunkt für Wanderungen in der Sierra Nevada, Ausflüge nach Granada oder ans Mittelmeer. Alles ist schnell erreichbar. Unser Vermieter war sehr umsichtig, immer für uns erreichbar, wenn wir Fragen hatten. Er hat uns gute Tipps für Ausflüge in die nähere Umgebung gegeben. Unser Fazit: wer keinen Wert auf Massentourismus legt und gerne Land und Leute kennenlernen möchte, der ist hier bestens ausgehoben. Wenn man auf der Terrasse des Cortijos sitzt fühlt man sich ein kleines bisschen wie im Paradies.... Danke Oliver, wir können das El Potro nur weiterempfehlen.....
Stayed 12 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely, peaceful location
Lovely cottage with everything you need for your stay. So peaceful and just a 15 minute walk into the town. Beds were comfortable and everything was clean and tidy. Quite difficult to find so we ended up calling Oliver who drove into town and we then followed him. The town has various one way systems so easy to get lost! We would recommend eating at Limonera by the BP garage in town. Best meal we had!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect villa in an idyllic setting
We stayed at Cortijo el Potro in the last week of the school summer holidays with our 9 year old twin daughters - and wow, what a fabulous holiday ! Booking was really straight forward and Oliver & Maria were really helpful in all communication ahead of our stay - they even arranged a car hire for us which was much better value than other companies. On arrival Maria was there to show us around the property & we met the friendly dogs - Antonio & Pepa who became daily visitors :) The welcome basket of food & bottle of wine is excellent and, like everything about the property and the holiday, well thought through. The house is beautifully done, very comfortable & cosy, GOOD air conditioning in the main bedroom & downstairs and is well equipped in all areas, especially the kitchen. The beds are super comfortable.. (better than my bed at home!) & we all slept very well. Thoughtful touches throughout, good selection of books in many languages, family games, hairdryer, iron and a comprehensive and good property & local area guide compiled by Oliver & Maria. The views & surrounding scenery are breathtaking & mesmerising, particularly at dawn and dusk. The villa was perfectly located to visit the area so in our 8 days there we managed to see a fair bit. Highly recommend a visit to Granada , not just for the spectacular Alhambra but also for the entire beautiful city. We spent many hours just walking around soaking it all up- highlights were the Albaicín and Sacromonte areas and a highly recommended ice cream from Los Italianos! Other trips to Bubión, Pampaneira & Capileira are a must, but also some of the coastal towns we really enjoyed - Almuñécar was a pleasant surprise after a really fun day at the Aqua Park. We also enjoyed an amazing tapas lunch at Arca de Noé in Lanjarón. We had intended doing some walks/ hiking in the area but it was so hot we just spent the rest of the time relaxing by the lovely pool at the property. We’ll just have to go back again to explore more on foot! Overall a wonderful stay - thank you!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sara J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect holiday accommodation
We had an amazing holiday in this lovely property just outside of Oriva. The attractive accommodation was very clean, comfortable and well equipped with everything we needed. We spent many hours by the pool enjoying the mountain views and the pool itself delightful. It’s just a 15 minute walk into the small town of Órgiva where there are shops bars and restaurants to enjoy. Oliver is very communicative and there is a good information pack to give ideas on where to visit. Beaches are only 40 mins away and the surrounding countryside is breathtaking. Malanga just 1.5 hours away and Granada 40mins. We will be back as it’s been one of the best holidays we’ve had and there’s so much more to explore.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

tasanee k., Thailand

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
PERFECT
great location, being the last house on the hill gives it a greater serenity, from the twittering of birds by day the frogs chatting at night to the odd thump of a orange dropping is bliss. An the local to the very colorful characters an great cafes in Orgiva is well worth the visit on market days, just to sit an ogle the locals over a splendid coffee or two is wonderful! Good local shops great walks wonderful scenary, great owners, the welcome pack is a must, an the wee bodega at the house is so tempting, in fact i owe the owner a bottle had no change on leaving, but i will post him a surprise when i get home! 10/10 agreat place!
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sebastian C.

Perfekter Familienurlaub!
Liebe Maria, lieber Oliver, Vielen Dank für alles! Für Reisetipps, Einkaufs-, Restaurant- und sonstige Empfehlungen, für das Kinderspielzeug und Pool-Equipment und die Nutzung deiner Werkstatt ;) Die Lage des Cortijo ist abseits des Tourismus in den Bergen- also sehr ruhig, idyllisch und garantiert Entspannung. Mit dem von Oliver vermittelten und sehr günstigen Leihwagen ist man in einer Stunde in Granada, der Sierra Nevada oder auch in diversen Küstenstädten. Neben den in anderen Bewertungen beschriebenen Tipps möchten wir die Flusswanderung im Rio Chillar (Nerja) empfehlen. Die Wanderung führt meist durch den Fluss ein wunderschönes Tal hinauf und war besonders durch Schluchten und Badegumpen ein Abenteuer für die Kids. Das Cortijo liegt in Ausstattung, Sauberkeit und Liebe zum Detail weit über dem Durchschnitt. Man kommt an, freut sich über die Aussicht, den tollen Pool, den gepflegten Garten und das hübsche Cortijo - und war noch nicht mal drin. Die Ausstattung (z.B. sehr gute Betten) lässt wirklich keine Wünsche offen. Alleine das Willkommenspaket beweist, dass Oliver an alles denkt. Das Cortijo erscheint in landestypischem Stil mit viel Echtholz und maurischen Details. Abends kann auf Olivenholz gegrillt und ein Glas Bio-Tempranillo (natürlich vorrätig) genossen werden, morgens beginnt der Tag mit dem Sammeln der Orangen für den Frühstückssaft. Wer hier nicht runterkommt, dem ist wohl nicht mehr zu helfen...

10/10 Excellent

Sacha M.

Amazing holiday in absolutely gorgeous place
We had the most wonderful time in Cortijo El Potro. It already started before we arrived in Órgiva. Communication with Oliver and María was so easy. We arrived pretty late but were welcomed by María nevertheless. Upon entering the house we were stunned... not only was everything we needed there, the beds were made, there was food for the next morning and next day, bread, wine, cheese, coffee, milk, and the only thing we had to do was put the children to bed, open a bottle of wine and sit down on the terrace to enjoy the gorgeous view of the mountains and the sounds of nature. Our kids (18 months and almost 4 years old) loved the place! They could play around in the garden (there are toys and a little playground), help pick fresh oranges from the trees in the morning, and enjoy the swimming pool. It was so comfortable to be in a place where they could play safely. We took them to one of the beaches recommended by Oliver and María, which was only a 30 minute drive away. It was a hidden gem, which we would never have found without the inside information provided by our hosts in the tourist guide included in the welcome package. The house truly has everything. It has a washing machine (with detergent!), everything you need to cook, a dishwasher, an oven, a microwave, a toaster, two barbecues (with coal and everything you need to light it) with utensils, a highchair for the children, two wonderful terraces with great lounge chairs (we’re actually thinking of buying them for our house), perfectly functioning wi-fi, airco, umbrellas (María even brought us one to take to the beach), plenty of closet space, wonderful beds. It was very clean, both indoors and outdoors, and it was so comfortable to be able to leave the house without having to worry about cleaning. All in all, this house lives up to its promise and then some. It was magical. It is absolutely kid-friendly, but also parent friendly 😊 The beautiful and peaceful surroundings and the worry-free and comfortable stay made this a holiday to never forget. Incredible value for money and a definite recommendation for anyone (with or without children). We will most definitely be back!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2019