We had a great holiday at the Ranch studio. It felt so good to wake up with the birds' songs. An incredibly peaceful place that is definitely worth visiting! Hope we'll be back there one day!

The view is absolutely beautiful! What a quiet place, perfect to relax a bit. The apartment was basic, but fine. Although it was not so clean. Ali is very friendly and easygoing. We didn't speak so much with Mike.

We were very well received by our guests. The village is beautiful, also the view from the terrace and pool. The place is ideal for a relaxing stay.

Mike was very polite, discreet and prompt: has quickly responded to our requests, accompanied us to the apartment and showed us how it works; even it made us find in the fridge a lot of things, including fresh eggs from his chickens. The apartment is quiet, silent and small, provided the necessary and convenient for a couple. Usually the place is ventilated and does not feel the lack of air conditioning, thanks to the two fans provided. To get the beautiful view (hills covered with almond trees and the starry sky without light pollution) and the tranquility of the place you have to pay the price for a short road but a little 'bumpy and difficult if you are not used. They are within a few minutes beautiful beaches and Granada is an hour's drive (we went there twice).

We were welcomed by collaborator Mike who guided us to the perfect home in the mountains ... this attention is very appreciated when the housing is outside towns and villages! The accommodation was very nice and the village very relaxing!

A really enjoyable stay in the picturesque El Ferrer. We were there six nights and found it a great base for exploring this part of Spain, sea, mountains and historic Alhambra within an hours drive. Mike was a helpful host and made sure we had everything we needed.

We really enjoyed our stay in the quiet non-touristy area of Andalucia. If you're looking to get off the beaten track and see the real Spain, this is the place for you! Only a short drive to beautiful coast and place was exactly as depicted in the photos - would recommend it.

Mike met us at a petrol station and escorted us to the village where the studio is situated. The village is really tiny but very charming and it is surrounded by a stunningly beautiful mountain slopes. In the studio Mike had gotten us eggs (from his own free ranging hens), jam and bread, and plenty of drinking water. The studio itself was nicely decorated, clean and spacious enough for us to be comfortable during our 10 day stay. The access to the swimming pool and jacuzzi was really superb, and its only a 15 minutes drive to the nearest shops and beaches. We really loved staying there, and would love to come back one day.

We really liked the house. Very clean and very welcoming. very good deal. If you like being away peacefully in the mountains, it is perfect

All perfect. Very comfortable house and the beautiful people. Tranquility and rest.

Ralf was very helpful and eager to make our stay in his Samsara Suite in Shangri Lara pleasant. The great room is very tastefully decorated, the view is wonderful, you can see down the hill to the sea, and the silence is really great! We were lucky during our stay, the almond trees were in bloom. What Ralf nothing could: The sun was too little - and we could therefore (and because of the power generator was broken and the second weak) barely warm shower. The accommodation is perfectly suited to a period of calm to enjoy if you are willing to forego luxuries and is ready to adapt to possible adversity that brings a house with it, which draws its power from solar cells and not on water mains connected. So there are a few features that have not been opened up to us from the description: The double bed is (so convenient it is) very scarce in the attic, you can only sit up on a bed boundary and does not have very good up care to the abut head. Under the sleeping area is the passage between living room / bedroom and kitchen / shower-toilet and therefore the ceiling is quite low here. Everyone that is greater than 1.70 cm must, bent over a few meters pass under it, for me it went, my husband is 1,94 ... What has given me more trouble - and but that is a matter of taste: The access road is a dirt road that winds along the slope, and we were glad that we have a complete insurance for our rental car had ;-). If you arrive after dark, it is advisable to carry a torch to see the undulating path leading into the house.

Our stay at Ralf's place was a very different experience to your typical stay, in a very positive way. The whole look of the house is very special and they've decorated the rooms very thoughtfully, making the modernized look work with the old building. Ralf was very helpful throughout our stay and would highly recommend him as a host. He has three lovely dogs (one of which we never got to meet) who genuinely enjoyed seeing you everyday when you open up your door. The views are incredible with his house being up on a hillside which makes the overall stay more pleasant. Though we had a slight problem with flies outside to which is at no fault of the host but it made it sometimes difficult to stay outside when you're being pestered by flies. As specified in the description there is internet available but in our suite we were only able to connect to it when we were sat outside which was a bit of a downside but we dealt with it. Also in the description of the place Ralf mentions his 'passable' track which is true to a degree but do be careful not to be too cautious of the verge as we were and managed to get a puncture through passing too closely to the plants which we think is covering up sharp rocks. After dealing with the puncture we passed through the mountain track several other times and through being cautious didn't ruin another tyre. Overall we thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would recommend :)

Very hospitable was that we though we were well represented too early yet already were in the apartment, no problem. Friendly welcome by the owner, good explanation. Path forward was literally getting used to, after having ridden more / enter it went better. Very nice was that everything was ready as bread, eggs, butter, coffee, tea, drinking water etc, and even a fine bottle of wine. The pets around the house were not disturbing. Each day had a beer with the owner, with the corresponding philosophical and less philosophical conversations. Pleasant company. Location and location are stunning (lovely) We found it self a privilege that we did not have to share the room because there were no other tenants, that privacy was very good (all use of shower toilet kitchen terrace)

It is quiet with nice views close to the sea and the mountains

It is an excellent base to make visits to the sea, the mountains, Granada, Sierra Nevada, etc.

Cristina and Ralf house enjoys a scenic location between the mountains and the sea. It is ideal for guests who want to stay away from the busy life. The house itself is quite old, but it is not an inconvenience, is well decorated with style and equipped with everything needed for a stay. My favorite was the terrace, or better say what is patio with great views of the mountain valley and the sea. Ralf is very friendly and hospitable. And you must know that three dogs living at home. And attention! In announcing this for an entire house, but upon arrival we found out it's just a room in this house with other guests.

My son and I had a great experience at Ralf's place. What an adventure! The rustic charm of this hillside oasis captivates you as you roll down the mountain track. As quiet as nature intended at night and beautifully serene in the daytime, this gem is perfect to slip away for some peaceful zen time. While the exterior is characterized by crumbling walls and years of history, inside is a cozy and comfortable space with a wonderfully appointed modern kitchen and bathroom. Ralf was very accommodating and made our stay the perfect balance of privacy and service. Thanks!

Had a great stay for a week at this place. It is just as magnificent as the pictures tell you. The host is relaxt, respects your privacy but also great company for some drinks. The room was great and the view over the hills beautiful! Recommend this place.

La Primera Sonrisa is a great place to stay. The view is wonderful, the hotel is renovated recently, the rooms are very well equiped and nicely decorated, and the host is one of the kindest guys I ever met. If you are in the area I recommend coming and staying here for a few days, hiking and exploring this mountainous area. The road that goes to Polopos from the sea-side is a mountainous 20 minutes drive but once there, totally worth it.

Wonderful peaceful village and charming-cosy house. The owners are very nice persons. There is a share swimming pool / Jacuzzi in front of the villa. Everything is perfect except the road acess who is little scary when you are not use too.

Perfect stay! An ideal place to relax and unwind in a wonderful setting. The house is as shown in the pictures, or even better. To enjoy a jacuzzi in nature is a privilege. Furthermore, upon arrival we found the fridge full courtesy of Nicky and Rupert, which was a nice touch. Repeat

The house is even better than described the announcement. It has been a luxury to enjoy vacation in a wonderful place. We were able to rest and visits to the surrounding villages. It is ideal as a "base camp" but, on the roads to be crossed to enter the premises, preferred to spend the day out to be coming and going. Yes, very complete house, it was everything and more, not lack detail and Nicky is a charming woman, very friendly. They are neighbors, they are always available, but they let you complete privacy and at any time you feel controlled by them. We have been very comfortable, place to come, no doubt.

[Inglés reference at the bottom] spent several incredible days in this beautiful house! The house (typical of an Andalusian farmhouse) has absolutely everything you need to enjoy, relax and discover the surroundings. We did not want to go! It is very well equipped, maintained and clean. It is ideal for people who enjoy the tranquility and nature. The farmhouse (village) is surrounded by mountains full of almond trees and hiking trails or admire the sunsets. Nikki and Ruppert certainly make it more beautiful site, filling it with good energy. They were always attentive to what we need and willing to lend a hand. We can only add more good things that other people have already made references ... hope to return, because really worth. Thanks for everything!!! ENGLISH: We spent some incredible days in This beautiful little house! We did not want to leave! It is a tipical Andalusian farmhouse, it has absolutly everything you need to enjoy May, rest, get to know the an sourroundings. It is fully equipped, neat and clean. It is perfect for Those Who want to enjoy nature and tranquility. The farmhouse is Filled With sourronded by mountains and almond trees and walking trails to exlore Also enjoy great sunsets. Nikky and Ruppert make the place even nicer With Their energy. They Were always there for what we needed and willing to give us a hand. We can oly add to what other good things Guests have said ... we hope Already to go back, it is realy worth it! thanks for everything!

A very nice apartment which is located in a hamlet at the foot of the mountains. The host, Nicky, did everything to make pleasant and comfortable home. Furnished with great taste and care the apartment lacks for nothing that the traveler might need. Even the fridge was full of good things not to have to go down to the coast at once and errands. The very warm welcome. Definitely recommended for those who want peace, nature, the charm of the white villages, the sun and a refreshing pool.

I had a wonderful stay at Nicky's house. Rupert, Nicky's partner, showed me to the village at an agreed time. The house was just as lovely as it looks on the photos (if not more), the village setting perfect for a relaxing time "away from it all". Communication with Nicky and Rupert was excellent, I highly recommend them as hosts. I hope to come back again one day!

Access a bit difficult but the village and very nice and typical housing. Dépayesement and quiet guaranteed. very welcome from Nicky

The site is very nice and pleasant. very helpful owners, always responding to any need. The house, nice. Nice, nice and cool and very quiet. Perfect to rest and spend a holiday between mountain and beach. The worst road and mosquitoes, the best noise and water plants, silence and good temperature. It was a very pleasant stay.

Thankyou Delia, I had a lovely time, just what I needed, Alfornon is a beautiful classic Spanish village, nice & small, more quiet than expected, but for me that was an added bonus. The house had all that I needed ,& more, which was the excellent hostess herself, you're a lovely, generous, considerate, helpful person, made me feel very welcome, & great company. Please keep doing the great job you are doing, & I hope I'll get to come & stay again soon. Thankyou.

We stayed at Delia's place for a week. It is a wonderfully desolated village in the middle of the mountains. The house is quite spacious, nicely decorated, rustic and cosy. Nature all around, hens annoucing to the world about their laid eggs, a cat that is always hungry and will accompany you with every meal, ants that will clean up the kitchen if you were a bit lazy and left any trace of food on the kitchen table. :) The surrounding mountains are great for hiking and the views are spectacular. At the same time, it is quite easy to drive to the shore and beaches. Delia, you are a welcoming and friendly spirit. Thank you again for your hospitality and some of the talks we had. It was a great, relaxing stay in Alfornon! Hopefully not the last one. :)

I stayed at Delias place together with a friend for 12 days. And it was wonderful. The place looks just like on the pictures. Everything is well maintained and clean. Alfornon is a sweet little village with an amazing view (which you can enjoy from the roof to the fullest) over the mountains. And Delia is a true gem. The communication with her was so easy. And every little question we had, was answered, every little problem we had was solved immediately. I highly recommend this place and wish Delia all the best. Hope to see you again. All the best. Daniela

What a wonderful stay we had in Alfornon. Delia made our time in the village absolutely magical. She was so warm and inviting, and we immediately felt at home in this gorgeous little house, in fact we were so content that we could have happily stayed for much longer! The house was more than we could have anticipated, with a big open fire to sit by in the evenings, and lovely little outdoor area to enjoy the morning sunshine with the view of mountains in every direction. The great local shop provided us with anything we would possibly need, and the locals were very friendly (without forgetting the village animals that also made us feel very much at home!). I would definitely like to return one day to this beautiful rural place.

Delia is a straightforward, helpful and friendly hostess. In the decorated in Moorish style very nice apartment we enjoyed relaxing days. The apartment has all the necessary facilities that, at the mountains and even colder days, allowing a pleasant stay. Who wants to experience nature and silence in a typical Spanish mountain village, is right here. The location of the place is well suited for smaller hikes through vineyards and cork oak forests at altitudes around 1100 meters. In the small shop in the village, who is also the communications center, you get all the necessities of life. We have felt very comfortable and will be back.

Great stay in an awesome area!

We had an incredible time at Delia's Moorish Casa! The decor and atmosphere was really special. When we arrived she had left some of her homemade organic wine and bread for us which was a really nice touch. She even wrote out directions for a great hike we took the next day to some ruins near by. Very peaceful and quiet, the perfect retreat to beautiful foothills, we hope to return soon!

What a charming place at the heart of Alpujarras! The house Delia is a unique space, a mixture of tradition and modernity in which to take a break. Incredible landscapes and a small town between almond blossom. Make purchases in the store of Lola, cheaper and needed support to the local economy. From here to Pampaneira and the tourist areas there 1 hour drive via a mountain road. It is much better to drive during the day if you are not accustomed to curves and narrow roads. Back for sure!

Absolutely wonderful Cortijo in the Sierra Nevada. You really escape from everything here. And the hosting is fabulous If we returned we would go fully catered as the food was wonderful. And don't plan to do to much in the area as there is plenty to do at the house and grounds. In our brief stay (4 days) we did archery, were taken to the local village for a celebration, drank copious amounts of excellent wine with a wine tasting included, chilled by the pool, played tennis and table tennis, and ate like kings.

Great stay in a typical setting. strongly recommend william thank you

William has met us at the appointed place and showed us the way to the place. He not only with words received us very kindly, but also with a stocked refrigerator. in the house was information about possible excursions in the area. The cottage is situated in an idyllic village and has lovely views. the way to the little house requires good driving skills. Nearby are a lot of plastic greenhouses (a major source of income in the region). The beaches are not as touristy. You can easily find a parking space and there is enough space on the beach in high season.

Our stay at William's house was wonderful. The house is spacious with a lovely terrace, we were greeted with a stocked fridge and two bottles of wine! William is a very attentive host - the bbq in the house was a bit "outdated" upon our arrival so a brand new one was waiting on us in front of the door the next day. If you're looking for a quiet retreat then William's house is your place!

We had a very pleasant and relaxed stay at Williams beautiful 2 bedroom cottage in the hillside, but very near to the coast by car. A very peaceful location and a charming host living just up the road in this village, who provided us very kindly with a fridge full of food. Highly recommended!

If you would like to be totally lost for your coworkers, media tv, internet, news during your vacation, it is exactly the place! Salience, nature around, stars in the sky every evening, some things on bbq and glass of wine will make you friendly with your soul =) A few beaches in 5-7km radius. Also beautiful places to see around Sierra Nevada, Nerja, Malaga, Granada, Pico del Velenta - very challenge, good opportunity to try your self =) Some special words to our host - William, very friendly and will help you in any question you may have. The fridge was full of food (bread, water, ice, cheese, 2 bottles of wine, jam and others =) Other words everything was really good :) Thank you!

We liked the fact that the ancient cortijo keeps it's traditional structure

William was very supportive and he helped us to find the flat up on the hills. You need to be a very passionate driver to make the trip!

William picked up in Castell de Ferro, as expected, he is very welcoming and even packed the fridge al advance !! House well located, 12 minutes from the sea, a bit difficult to access, but very quiet.

We are a familly of 6 persons and stayed 12 days. A lot of touristics places available at around 1 hour car ride. The 'passable' trail is OK; you should maybe just manage to discover it the first time during daylight. Maybe don't be to keen on hot shower: it is the price to be paid to stay in this remote beautiful and peacefull place... so typical! A very nice landscape from the patio. Ralph's welcoming is really warm and friendly. Available for chats whenever you feel like it.

After a few days by the sea it was great to head up into the hills. A very warm welcome and a nice and comfortable room with beautiful views. The rooms are above the small bar which seems to be the only one in the village and we were served a lovely dinner and a great breakfast by the passionate owners.Highly recommended .

We enjoyed our relaxing weekend at the Moorish Casa. Was a quiet little town. Perfect for a getaway for a few days. Delia was lovely and always greeted us with a smile! We highly recommend this listing!!

Our stay provided everything the listing described and more. Delia was extremely helpful, informative and friendly about our multiple queries before arrival and responded thoughtfully with things like hot water bottles and extra reading lights. During our stay she was a perfect hostess- always available when needed, never intrusive, full of local information to enrich our stay, generous in every way, and the odd invitation that greatly added to our enjoyment of the village. The village. Is as described. Perfect for those who want w glimpse of small village Spanish life, very peaceful, wonderfully well served by one village shop,,open at all hours and selling everything we needed, with good walking, flora and fauna, and beautiful surroundings. It is remote, and not for those intimidate by mountain roads or wanting lots of night life! We enjoyed the position inthe contraviesa mountain range, within walking distance of the sea and also within easy reach of Granada and the alpujarras range. The house is comfortable and nicely equipped with everything we needed. Lovely roof space to enjoy the sun and the views. I imagine inside would offer welcome cool In summer.

Delia was a warm, helpful host and her house in Alfornon is beautiful. She picked us up from Orgiva and made sure we had the chance to get some food before setting off to the village, which is the perfect place to enjoy the quiet life! When we got there, Delia showed us where the local shop was and gave us some of her locally grown potatoes (and locally made wine). We had a great time relaxing there and enjoying the scenery and wildlife. Thanks a lot.

Book this place! I am so so glad I did. I don't even know where to start..the setting is just stunning and Delia made me feel so welcome. The beautiful house had everything I could possibly need and more; I had a week of rest and delight here. I stayed for 8 nights on my own; Alfornon is perfect for an away-from-it-all holiday. I travelled by public transport and Delia picked me up at Haza de Lino just up the road from Alfornon (there are buses 7 days a week). I hardly left the village- Lola's shop is one of the best I have come across in my travels and she is lovely. The locals are super friendly and I would so recommend the bar and the local wine. I really appreciated Delia's hospitality and kindness and would love to come back!

Delia's casa is exactly as you see on the photos and description on here. Delia was the perfect host, introducing us to the village, shop and bar. We spent wonderful mornings on the roof terrace, surrounded by beautiful mountain scenery and cosy evenings around the open fire. The village and casa may not be for everyone, as it is a secluded village, although with a hire car from Malaga airport it was quite easy to find. It proved a good base for visiting the coast within about 40 minutes (Motril, Castillo de Banos), some more 'cultural' excursions (Granada's Alhambra, The cathedral and moorish Kasbah in Almeria) and general trips out around the area. The local villagers make you feel welcome, the shop is well stocked for basics and treats, and the local wine is something else (in a good way!). We both fell in love with the charm and vibe of the house, village and area, and wherever we went, we were always happy to be headed back for the night.

The stay at the house was wonderful. Everything was nicely done and we hat a relaxed time. We had a great time The notes and inside tips were very helpful to find great walks around the village. Thank you very much.

We had a great stay here! Perfect place to relax, cook, and get away from tourist spots. Delia was a great host- she was available whenever we needed her and she made us feel welcome to the small town of Alfornon. Highly recommend this place!

We had a wonderful time at Delia's place. We appreciate that little problems were immediately solved. Very nice been there!

Nicky was attentive at all times. It was very friendly. The house is super cozy and the views a haven of peace. Ideal for a few days off.

What a lovely setting and place to stay. Nicky and Rupert provided all the essentials in the cottage to make us feel at home and a lovely welcome pack made the stay that much more enjoyable. The kids were truly entertained with the Legos and beach toys. We had the luck of the weather so we could enjoy the mountain trails, the terrace with the view and barbecue and we also found some beautiful beaches just about 15 minutes from the cottage and a lovely seafood restaurant! You couldn´t beat this setting for our family.

We have been to Barranco ferrer before so we knew what to expect from the area .The house itself is full of character and very roomy and one of those places where you could imagine yourself living there all year round with good indoor and outdoor space with two large terraces ,the wi fi was very good which kept our son happy which in turn kept us happy and it is a short 10 min drive to the coastal town which has everything that you need including supermarket restaurants and bars

We had a fantastic family holiday at Nicky's. The house is simply beautiful, perched in this little village. It stays cool despite the heat outside, and there is a large terrace with a beautiful view on the mountains. The kitchen is very well equipped (and the fridge was full of good things when we arrived!). In addition, there were plenty of games and movies for children. Nicky was very welcoming, she escorted us on the gravel road, and then showed us the house. In this small village, it was like being in the middle of nowhere, while the beach is only 15 minutes away by car. We were very sad we had to leave, we will return for sure!

We had an amazing stay. Simon, our host was lovely company and made us feel very welcome. I have rarely been anywhere so incredibly peaceful, nestled in amongst the almond trees, vineyards and figs. We really enjoyed the plentiful organic house wine which was available, along with Simon's great food and stories.

Casa Bodega at La Jarilla is a place to go and immerse yourself in the tranquility and vast vista .The host & owner is Simon Munro Kerr.Be sure to contact him for all the useful information you will need before you arrive.Take heed of his directions and be sure to familiarise yourself with the properties location(there are 4 altogether including the owners).If you want to be remote this is the place for you. Stock up well with plenty of supplies for the duration of your stay.Wine,olive oil and water however must be acquired on site as it is truly spectacular. Once at the property there really is no need to leave.The views and ability to step back and relax on the wonderful terrace or by the pool, with a bar within reach, is heaven.If you want activity there is a tennis court, archery,table tennis and extensive lands to walk. The wine tasting was most enjoyable, enhanced by the hosts company.The history of La Jarilla and its glorious restoration is a fascinating story.The host Simon is a delight,great company and really helpful.A breathtaking place to stay,unique and unforgettable.