La Paz Farmhouse Studio

Description

'La Paz' rural location offers a comfortable, rustic self contained studio. It is set in the East part of this traditional Andalusian hillside farmhouse and has its own separate entrance. The farmhouse is set in 5 acres of private land amidst almond and olive trees. This tranquil country retreat enjoys far reaching mountain views from a South facing location; perfect for relaxing by the pool in one of the sunniest parts of Europe. The main farmhouse or 'finca' has been beautifully restored while retaining original rustic features. The studio also has beamed ceilings, tiled floors and wooden shuttered windows. These combined with modern comforts provide a private setting in the Andalusian countryside yet within a short 15 minute drive of the nearest village, charming Comares, and 45 min to the coast. Around the pool there are several terraces sunny and shaded, where there is ample space for alfresco dining, enjoying a BBQ and unwinding on the loungers.
Comares, a beautiful hilltop village, offers good facilities incl. a village shop, pharmacy, bank with cash machine & several bar/restaurants. Nearby the hamlet of Los Ventorros has 2 excellent bar/restaurants serving meals and tasty tapas!

Local lifestyle:
: 'La Paz' is located in a very rural and much unchanged part of Southern Andalusia. Local life here is unhurried and relaxed. You can still find mules used for carrying sacks of olives or almonds through the hill farms to the villages. And when driving from 'La Paz' towards the coast the country road passes through acres of citrus fruit trees, avocados and mangoes.

'La Paz' is a beautiful natural location ideal for country walks. From the door of the Farmhouse Studio there are various tracks to walk - well away from cars and the bustle of everyday life. Spring and Autumn are perfect walking times. In summertime you may want only to relax by the pool with a cooling swim before lunch on the terrace.

*Please note a car is essential. *
There are various car hire companies at Malaga airport.

Local facilities:
Don´t be surprised to pass a herd of goats on your way up the hill to 'Comares' located at around 800 meters above sea level. This charming 'pueblo blanco', with it´s narrow winding streets, is the highest hilltop village in the Axarquia region with fantastic views all the way to the coast.

Comares and the hamlet of 'Los Ventorros' (10 min from La Paz) will provide you with a number of small village shops, bars, simple restaurants and a bank with cash dispenser to make your stay comfortable. Town facilities including a modern shopping center, cinemas, market and water park are located in Velez Malaga - some 40 min drive. Torre del Mar beach resort is 5 minutes further with many beach cafes, seafood restaurants and a wide selection of entertainment. Golf, Go karting and water sports are nearby.

Exploring Andalusia:
Please note a car is essential.
'La Paz' is the perfect rural base to explore the most popular sights of Andalusia: Granada and the Alhambra Palace are just 90 minutes drive - with the Sierra Nevada ski resort a short drive from Granada city center. Seville can be reached in 2 hours by car - well worth the effort! Cordoba and Ronda are beautiful and a similar distance. Nerja and the world famous caves is a one hour drive and Malaga, with it´s culture, including the Picasso museum, beaches and great shopping facilities is a one hour drive through the 'Montes de Malaga' national park.