Casa Aloe is minutes from the Sierra Nevada National Park at the edge of ancient and beautiful Atalbeitar.
Enjoy the cultural experience of an Andalusian village (the best preserved in the province), whilst having the peace of a rural retreat with uninterrupted views of our valley.
Ideal for lovers of beauty and nature, popular amongst artists and walkers, and with a whole range of outdoors activities in a stunning location.
There are also great cafes and restaurants in our valley.
Our website with activities and extensive info about the area: www.albaholidaylets.com

Weather:
It’s lovely weather in the Summer as it’s 1100 metres above sea level.
And in the winter there’s a lot of Sun soaked days being South facing and being in the South of Spain.
Check La Taha weather in Google.

THE HOUSE:
Casa Aloe has been recently restored using traditional materials in original ways, with beauty and comfort in mind.
Chestnut beams, bedrock corners and many unique touches give it a rustic charm.

We, Tom and Carmen ( the owners) are both artists, and have delighted in creating a space that is simple but harmonious, and since 2003 spent every winter restoring it with all our love and care, and so we are very happy when people come to enjoy our work.

THE VILLAGE:
Atalbeitar is one of the 7 white, moorish villages that make up La Taha, a South-facing valley on the slopes of the highest mountain in Spain.

The village has narrow beautiful streets and a charming square with fountain water that comes from a spring, here our friendly locals sit to chat and occasionally party!

You can unload 14 metres from our door, then park the car 1 minute walk away at the entrance of Atalbeitar.

THE POOL:
We have built a swimming pool and it is heated in the colder months. The system we use to purify the water is sand and salt, so your skin and eyes will be kindly treated here.

It has also a hydro-massage and swimming against the current system so that you can exercise and feel revitalised and restored.
It has a big dressing room with a large walk in shower, and also a beautiful STEAM ROOM, with Iranian tiles.

There is next to the pool an interior patio in the house, shady and plant-filled to escape the heat of the midday summer sun, where there is a Barbecue available for your use.

As well as two large terraces with spectacular views, plants and garden furniture.

KIDS:
The main terrace is totally baby, toddler and child proof, safe, as we have kids ourselves.
We have books and toys for them too and as the village is car free you can enjoy safe games with them through all the exciting labyrinth like streets...

Entertainment:

Get cozy beside the fire, eat out on one of the terraces under pergolas with the untouched valley beneath you, explore our selection of games, or just relax after a swim and a steam and read our books.

But we also have a SMART TV.

And WIFI.

A DVD player and films are available too.

As well as NETFLIX.

An office area with a large desk for 2, if you need to catch up with your life.
Or you could work from one of the terraces whilst enjoying the views.....

AROUND THE AREA and ACTIVITIES:

There are in the house as well as other suggestions a collection of maps with exciting detailed walks via the moorish paths.Unforgettable.

For meals together explore the variety of restaurants and cafes our the valley, where the tradition is to give a free Tapa with every drink, and where often you can catch an evening of local music.
FIESTAS: Look in our website for the dates as these change a bit.

Nearest supermarket: Pitres 2 km.
Nearest market: Pitres on Fridays, Orgiva on Thursdays ( both finish 2 pm).

Other swimming ideas:

Nearest beach: Salobreña, 57km
Pitres Camping with large outdoor pool and lovely garden restaurant, 3 km.
The Mecina Hotel, 2 km, offers a large outdoor pool and gardens with a cafe for a few euros a day.
There are wild swimming areas by the river and in the mountain streams. Please ask.

There are a number of HORSE RIDING places either for novices or the fully-experienced (or both together).

There are local people that provide a number of interesting activities, like YOGA, FLAMENCO classes and specialized walks.
Please let us know your interests and we will try to put you in touch with them.


PETS:
We love them, but due to caring about our guests potential allergies please let us know before you bring them.

Notes:
No smoking at this property.


INCLUDED:
Private Pool (heated), Steam Room (Hammam).
Log fire.
WIFI Internet, SMART TV, NETFLIX.
DVD player and films, Books, Games, Toys.
Kettle, Toaster, Hair dryer.
Highchair available, please ask.
Barbacue.

Linen and towels provided, as well as coffee, teas and cooking essentials like oil, herbs, spices...

UTILITIES:
Dishwasher, Fridge, Freezer, Microwave, Cooker with gas fires and electric oven.
Washing machine, drier, Iron and Ironing board.

ROOMS:
Living room, dining room, kitchen , auxiliary kitchen.
5 bathrooms, 1 en-suite.
Roof terraces.
Patio.
6 Bedrooms:
Single beds (4).
Double beds (4), one of which can split into two single beds also.
Cots (2).

About arrival:

You will be met at the house, please let us know your time of arrival so we can organise being there to receive you.
We are happy to show you around and answer any questions.
If you arrive very late at night we can leave you the keys for you to let yourselves in, and in the morning one of us can visit you if you have any questions.