Well-kept country home with panoramic views in unspoilt Andalucia
nr Illora, Granada, Andalucia Property Ref: AP54-
4 Bedrooms
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Sleeps 7
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Property Ref: AP54
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Summary
Crammed with wonderful corners for outdoor living, and boasting sweeping views, landscaped garden and elegant interior design – this four-bed family Finca seemingly has it all. Those looking to blend a country retreat with access to Andalucía’s exotic highlights will be captivated. Sleeps 7.
Facilities
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4 Bedrooms
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3 Bathrooms
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Sleeps 7
Enjoyment
WiFi Internet; Flat TV with HDMI port; Bluetooth speaker; Large, gated, private swimming pool (12 x 7 metres, 1.40 to 1.80 metres deep approx.); Pergola by pool; Porched barbecue area; Built-in barbecue (restricted use in Summer), Gas barbecue (unrestricted use); Sunlougers; Terraces; Outdoor furniture including swing bench; Excelent children tree hut.
Self-catering
Ceramic hob; Oven; Dishwasher; Microwave; Fridge / freezer; Kettle; Coffe making facilities; Toaster; Griddle; Juicer; T-blender.
Practicalities
Washing machine (in utility room); Iron and board; Electric radiators; Glass-fronted fireplace (firewood included); Portable fans (in all rooms); Hairdryer; Cot (2) & Highchair (2) on request; All bedding and linen provided (including pool towels); Parking in premises.
Notes on Facilities
Built-in barbecue use is restricted in Summer due to fire risk, as an alternative a gas barbecue and a griddle are provided.
The oven in the barbecue area outside is old and not usable.
Tree hut has steep steps so small children should be supervised at all times.
Extras
A reasonable amount of firewood is included in colder months.
Waste collection (twice a week) is included in the price.
If done with care, you can pick your own fruit and vegetables as well as fresh eggs. The hen house and market gardens are maintained at the same time as the pool by a local team; this is on Wednesday morning so your privacy is not affected.They also collect rubbish in allocated bins.
Extra cleaning can be organized in advance (payable locally).
Layout
On different levels
Ground floor
Living / dining room; Kitchen; Bathroom (walk-in shower)
Lower ground floor
Bedroom 1: two bunk beds (4 beds x 0.90 wide x 1.90 metre long) and single sofa bed.
Upper ground floor
Bedroom 2: double bedded room (bed 1.35 wide x 1.95 metre long) with ensuite bathroom (bathtub with shower over).
First floor
Bedroom 3: double bedded room (bed 1.35 wide x 1.90 metre long); Bedroom 4: double bedded room (bed 1.35 wide x 1.90 metre long); Bathroom (bathtub with shower over).
Notes on Layout
Although the lower bedroom has 4 single beds (2 bunk beds) which would allow the capacity of the property to be over 7 people, we consider this property to suit a maximum of 7.
Overview
As soon as we caught sight of this stunning property perfectly named El Mirador, we fell instantaneously in love.
It was spring 2018 and not just the house, but the location exceeded our expectations - boasting sweeping vistas across the snowy peaks of the Sierra Nevada.
We couldn’t wait to see it live on our site, knowing we had found this fabulous Finca that our clients were sure to adore.
The beautifully presented whitewashed home sits on a towering limestone gorge, perched in a glorious position for making the most of those pretty panoramic views and offering a trail that leads down to a small river.
Everything feels tapered towards experiencing the joy of countryside life. From plucking fruit straight from the trees to collecting eggs from the chickens in the morning.
Apples, walnuts, sweet figs, fresh berries, pears and peaches – this place is an open-air pantry.
You don’t have to worry about getting your hands dirty; both the chickens and the gardens are discreetly tended once a week early in the morning by the visiting caretaker, leaving you free to enjoy the property in perfect privacy and seclusion throughout your stay.
Yet, despite the countrified vibes – the villa delivers more than its share of modern bliss. The soft lawned gardens that wrap around the swimming pool, the abundance of natural shade, the nooks and crannies for curling up with a favourite book, and the terrace for drinking in those splendid views – you may never tire of living life outdoors here.
With so many kick-back and relax spaces – everyone can pick their own corner to chill in before returning together at the end of the day.
Privacy is at a premium in this elevated Andalusian spot and we didn’t see another soul in sight overlooking the property during our visit.
Children will be in their seventh heaven at this villa – especially when they spy the tree hut with its narrow stairs and divine den like space.
While smaller children should be supervised due to the steepness of the stairs, older children have their own cosy retreat for secret meetings and first-class imaginative play. The fact that the pool is gated will also encourage parents to heave a sigh of relief.
Inside, the stylish side of Andalucía provides an elegant welcome. The owner drawing on their experience as an interior designer weaves tasteful touches throughout.
You won’t find any Ikea furniture here – instead traditional materials and colours keep things unique.
We especially liked the traditional bathroom brimming with Andalusian tiles. Note, you won’t find king sized beds here – but with high quality mattresses and bedding we didn’t find this an issue.
There’s a lot to love about this property, although those seeking to be perched close to the ocean may find the location a slight drawback.
Still, if you are happy enough with plenty of day trips on your doorstep then you won’t be disappointed.
The splendour of Granada’s glorious Alhambra Palace is only 30 minutes from your door, and the picture book hilltop village of Poniente Granadino is also well within striking distance.
The Tropical Coast of Granada is 1 hour away.
Location
The Poniente Granadino region, an area of gentle hills, craggy mountains, olive groves and moorish villages.
In open countryside. Accessed from the road to Illora village via a 900 metre rural track with some bumps but perfectly negotiable with an ordinary car.
Prices
Rustical Travel charges in Euros, VAT is included, no surcharges apply.
| From | to | Price per week |
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| 08/01/2026 | 07/01/2027 | €1,625 |
Booking information for AP54
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The pool is open from the middle of April to the end of October.
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The swimming pool is open April to October, but the normal swimming season is early May to late September.
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Check-in time: from 16:00h to 23:00h; Check-out time: 10:00h
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Pets may be permitted on previous request. Special restrictions normally apply. Please ask us.
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A refundable security deposit of 150 euros applies to this property. When you make a booking you authorize for this sum to be held against your card subject to deductions for breakages/damage, unpaid local charges (when applicable) or exceptional cleaning.
Changeover day AP54
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The changeover day is Saturday from early July to early September, and flexible the rest of the year.
Availability
Or, request a hold
YOUR REVIEWS
Villa was good, the outside areas were beautifully maintained and the views were stunning. The pool was big and lots of sunbeds with natural shade when needed. Kitchen was small but really well equipped. Really relaxed and enjoyed our stay. Our only thing we could think to be improved was there weren't any comfy chairs or sofas outside (there were lots of table and dining chairs)....but apart from that five stars."
+ Read moreThis is the second time that we have stayed here. It is a fabulous cortijo that has everything you could possibly require. Fernanda and Emilio are lovely people who take great care of the property. The hens and doves are a great bonus."
+ Read moreThis was our second time at Cortijo El Mirador. . The property has everything needed for a relaxing holiday. The gardens and swimming pool are beautiful and extremely well maintained. There are several terraces for different times of the day, to enable you to fully enjoy the views and an outside kitchen for alfresco dining. . An added bonus were the chickens who laid fresh eggs for breakfast everyday."
+ Read moreA beautiful villa with extensive grounds."
+ Read moreA very lovely Cortijo with amazing views and beautifully kept garden and pool. Hosts were very welcoming and available for any questions we had. Service from Rustical Travel was very great."
+ Read moreDid not disappoint! Exactly as pictured, in a stunning location. So much outdoor space, and great pool area. The house itself is traditional but very well kept. There were only two of us, but would equally be a great location for a group of friends, or a large family. 10 out of 10"
+ Read moreLovely villa and beautiful location. Wonderful welcome from Emilio Fernanda. Excellent communication from Ana at Rustical."
+ Read moreThe property was spacious, comfortable, clean and very well equipped. The setting was peaceful with beautiful countryside views. The extensive gardens with multiple garden furniture meant that there was always somewhere to sit in the shade. The pool was perfectly situated, providing sun and shade and panoramic views. We received a very warm welcome."
+ Read moreThe house was beautiful, well situated and well maintained in and out. The hosts were warm, friendly and very helpful."
+ Read moreReally beautiful villa with the most fabulous, well-kept grounds. We loved the large pool and numerous seating options. The owners were so friendly and made us feel very welcome. The beds were very comfortable, the linen and towels were exceptionally clean and the villa itself had been cleaned to an impeccable standard. We had the best time; thank you!"
+ Read moreLoved everything about the villa, but especially memorable were the chickens, ducks and doves that the kids loved feeding and looking after during their time there. The setting of the villa was excellent with lots of different areas to sit in throughout the day to find shade from the sun."
+ Read moreEverything was perfect - very happy with the whole experience."
+ Read moreWe stayed at El Mirador for 2 weeks in late May early June.The property can only be described as magical.Set on a ridge overlooking fields of olive trees as far as the eye could see.We loved the house and found that the ceiling fans were more than adequate in keeping the place cool with temperatures in the low 30's.The approach road can be a little challenging at first but becomes easier over time. The grounds are truly extensive with a beautiful pool in the lower garden. Our granddaughter loved collecting the eggs in the morning and releasing the doves.One highlight was seeing Mouflon [wild sheep] eating the fallen apricots from the trees.We all enjoyed eating meals on the various patio areas surrounding the property. After a slight hiccup with an earlier property we found the booking process with Rustical Travel to be first class and would have full confidence in using them again.The hosts Fernando and Alejandra were there to greet us on arrival and were extremely helpful throughout our stay.First class!!"
+ Read moreThe last minute service from Rustical travel was excellent smooth and easy to book. The property was at the end of a typical white road which was rather bumpy and uneven, don’t go with a low car! Once on the estate it was beautiful, the gardens, the pool and a well stocked kitchen. Like many have said the beds are just too small. I would recommend they purchase at least one large bed for the master. I was aware of the size of the beds but took a risk as it was such a beautiful house. Despite no English and my lack of Spanish Goggle helped us and we had an amazingly peaceful holiday in a beautiful house."
+ Read moreWe loved our stay in this remote place In the middle of olive tree fields. Kids loved taking care of the chickens and watching the doves fly above the property. Commodities are 10 mn away and the Alhambra is less than 30 mn. We had a pick in temperature a few nights and the lack of AC was difficult but if you keep everything tightly closed by day you are just fine."
+ Read moreBeautiful property. With the bonus of freshly laid eggs! Great house and location"
+ Read moreWe loved the peace and tranquillity, and chilling by the pool. Our own eggs and eating out in the evening in the bbq area"
+ Read moreA beautiful property in a beautiful location with very friendly and helpful owners. We'd love to come here again."
+ Read moreWe had a wonderful holiday in this villa, it was the perfect place for a relaxing holiday and totally exceeded our expectations. The villa was clean, comfortable, specious and had everything you could wish for in a holiday villa but the highlight for us was was the outdoor space. The gardens were huge and had so many seating areas,there was so much space for the children to run around and play and lots of things to discover, beautiful views, a tree house, a hammock for two and in the lower part of the gardens, a vegetable patch with chickens, geese and rabbits which the children loved. The pool was huge and set in a beautiful laid out space with a raised patio area with further seating area.. The owners came twice a week to tend the animals, pool and gardens, but were never intrusive just very friendly and on hand to make sure we had everything we needed. Rustical Travel made booking and paying very simple and straightforward and it was particularly helpful to have travel directions complete with photo's to direct us from the airport to the villa, Excellent service. The only minus were the beds in the villa were comfortable but rather short so out feet overhung the bottom of the bed, and we are not overly tall people , however, that did not distract from out enjoyment of this villa at all and we will definately be booking this villa again. Many thanks for a fantastic holiday. The Szuba family"
Rustical Update
On August 2021 we are informed that all beds are now larger (1.90 metre long) but same width.
beautiful setting, well kept garden, peaceful. Well equipped. Delightful, helpful owners. Larger double bes would be an improvement"
Rustical Update
On August 2021 we are informed that all beds are now larger (1.90 metre long) but same width.
We had a lovely time at Fernanda and Alejandra's house. They were very welcoming and informative in greeting us and the house itself was excellent. Very well equipped, with everything we needed, especially as we were travelling with a baby - everything we needed was there. We especially loved all the outdoor space and the many different verandas we could move to depending on where the sun was shining in the day. We very much hope to come back one day and enoy the house again, especially in the summer. The only minor comment we had is that the bathrooms could maybe be better designed - a bigger bath or shower upstairs with the two bedrooms would be more useful if at all possible."
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A large 12 metre long private pool
Privacy and seclusion with views
Large outdoor areas
An outdoor living paradise
You are not overlooked
Your views reach as far as the Sierra Nevada massif
Private access to your villa
This property is full of magical corners to relax
Plenty of natural shade
Landscaped gardens
Terraces with pergolas
You have views in every angle
Pool and gardens all at hand from the house
Garden furniture
A morning walk around the gardens
Front of the property
Suggestions
Front terraces and gardens
Side terrace
Views from terrace
An unbeatable spot for a tapa and a glass of local wine
Terraces with mature trees
Terraces are ample
As you walk along gardens you find different places to relax
Pergola with climbers
Barbecue area
Gas barbecue
Barbecue terrace
Terraces on one side of the property
Parking space
A favourite terrace for the afternoon
View of the property from parking area
Porch / main entrance
Enter your holiday home
Living / dining area on right, kitchen on the left
Indoor dining facilities
Stylish traditional interiors
Living and dining area
Living area
Kitchen opens to west terrace
Andalusian country kitchen
Bathroom tiled in traditional andalusian way
Mid level bedroom, just a few steps up from ground floor
Double bedded room with ensuite facilities on upper ground floor
Ensuite facilities
Double bedded room on first floor
1st floor bathroom
Double bedded room on first floor
Steps to lower floor
Bunk beds on lower ground floor
Bunk bedded room increases possible sleeping arrangaments
Market gardens and chicken house below the property
A fantastic tree hut for children
The tree hut is also gorgeous inside
Unbeatable outdoor living facilities
Gated pool
A large 12 metre long private pool
Your are here on your own!
Views to Sierra Nevada, snow topped most of the year
Spring at the villa with Sierra Nevada views
Illora village is just over 5 minutes drive away
The magic of Granada is 30 minutes away



































































































































