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Finca La Gorriana

Conil de la Frontera, Andalucia

  • 12
  • 6
  • 6

Accommodation

At a glance

  1. Sleeps 12
  2. 6 Twin Bedrooms
  3. 6 Bathrooms
  4. Air Conditioning
  5. WiFi
  6. Beach 7.2km
  7. Restaurant 6.5km
  • Ground Floor: Entrance hall. Cloakroom. Kitchen/breakfast room (A/C, oven, dishwasher, microwave). Pantry with door to interior patio (washing machine). Sitting/dining room (fireplace, A/C) with doors to covered dining terrace and courtyard. Steps leading down to twin bedroom with sitting area (A/C) and en suite shower room with door to garden. Three steps leading from entrance hall up to:  Four twin bedrooms (A/C) with en suite shower room. Sitting room (A/C, fireplace, TV) with door to swimming pool courtyard.
  • Annexe: Three steps leading up to: Spacious twin bedroom with sitting area (fireplace, A/C, TV), kitchenette and en suite shower room.
  • Outside: Two courtyards with fountain, seating areas and covered dining area  Barbecue. Spacious grassed area with views across the countryside. Private parking.
  • Private swimming pool (8m x 3m, uniform depth of 1.5m).

Coast and country are wonderfully combined in this elegant southern Spanish retreat which sits gracefully within a whitewashed façade of turrets and patios amidst the picturesque landscape of Mediterranean woodland that stretches beyond the sandy coastline of the Costa de la Luz.

To find such a spacious and stylishly designed home within such close proximity of the sea is rare and we could not contain our delight as we stood before the tall gateposts of Finca la Gorriana having driven only 6.5km from the charming coastal town of Conil de la Frontera. As we then wound our way up the property’s driveway, through the estate’s attractive grounds of wild olive trees, and stepped through the arched entrance into a bougainvillea-strewn patio with an elegant fountain in its centre, we knew instantly that this special home would soon become a firm favourite with guests.

Housing five en suite bedrooms within the main house and an additional suite with shower room and kitchenette in a separately accessed annexe, the spacious rooms flow stylishly around a charmingly Andalucian layout of patios and courtyards.  Generously furnished with abundant soft sofas and two tables for dining, the main living room opens through arched doors onto a wide courtyard with a covered terrace spanning the full width of the property’s façade for outdoor dining. On the other side, a door from a second sitting room leads the way to another attractive courtyard where the swimming pool sits alongside flower-filled borders, a shaded seating area and a sun terrace for lounging. Just beyond here, accessed by a door from the swimming pool courtyard, a wide area of lawn looks out across the green canvas of gently undulating natural landscape.

Thoughtfully planned to combine coastal and country elements, the interior décor displays elegant antiques and carved wooden furnishings alongside pastel-painted pieces and attractive fabrics to reflect just how close this rural retreat is to the sea. It is, in fact, only a 13 minute drive from here to the beach. Beyond the entrance gates of the property an unmade country lane winds its way through picturesque countryside for about 1.8km and then meets the road that leads into the bustling seaside town of Conil de la Frontera. Here you will find a lively centre of higgledy-piggledy streets and squares, lined with a mouth-watering selection of appetising menu boards and restaurant terraces. Just beyond, the golden sands of this beautifully unspoilt coastline stretch in a seeming endless curve towards the equally charming seaside villages of El Palmar and Zahora.

  • The beds can be prepared as doubles if required.  Please request at time of booking.
  • We mention for information only that the housekeepers live in a self-contained apartment behind the guest accommodation.  This is accessed via a separate entrance, the housekeepers do not use any of the property facilities and your privacy is completely assured at all times.
  • Property Licence no: VTAR/CA/03360

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Great Things to Do Near Finca La Gorriana

Friday market

Every Friday morning, throughout the year, the Conilenses flock to their mercadillo. Here you can purchase clothes, beachwear, footwear, jewelry, leather goods, herbs, spices, sweets and much more. An atmospheric market which every visitor to Conil should experience. Held 9am - 1:30pm close to the Día supermarket.

Just relax....

whether in the sunshine by your private pool, on the lawn under the shade of a tree, or taking a stroll around the grounds before dinner. You're sure to find the perfect spot to unwind at Finca la Gorriana.

Local cookery school

Try your hand at baking fish in salt or preparing freshly made gazpacho at a local cookery school in Vejer de la Frontera. Day classes and tapas/market tours available - www.anniebspain.com

Horse riding along the beach

There are various stables in Conil and Roche who can organise treks through the local pine forests and along the beach. There are also stables located down the road near Zahora who offer sunset treks along the coast close to Cape Trafalgar.

Sail on a catamaran

Visit two very different places on the Costa de la Luz in one day, by taking a catamaran trip between the lovely city of Cádiz and the interesting sherry town of El Puerto de Santa María. The trip only takes about half an hour and is cheap. Don't forget your camera - the view of the golden-domed cathedral as you leave or enter Cádiz port is unforgettable.

Birdwatching

Vultures, eagles, hawks, harriers and a whole host of other wonderful bird life can be spotted. Organised tours with a guide are available around Tarifa.

Body-boarding

Head to one of the beach mini-markets or bazaars and purchase a cheap and cheerful body-board to ride the waves. Hours of entertainment and cheaper than a day at the water-park!

Day out at the waterpark

Treat the children to a fun day out at Aqualand near El Puerto de Santa Maria, open mid June - early September only. This large waterpark features wave pools and slides, including a seperate area for little ones. Parking, cafeteria, sunbed hire etc available - www.aqualand.es

Fresh food market

Conil has a wonderful and colourful indoor food market selling locally sourced fish, meat, veg, fruit and flowers. Purchase some Almadraba tuna or Retinto beef steaks, perfect on the BBQ along with roasted aubergines and peppers.

Jerez - city of sherry, flamenco and horses

Visit the beautiful city of Jerez and marvel at its architecture, the Moorish Alcazar and its beautiful gardens, palaces, the cathedral and its ancient monastery. The bull ring and theatre are worth a look too, even if you don't go inside.

Whale-watching

Catch a boat from Tarifa port and head out towards the Straits of Gibraltar in search of dolphins, pilot whales and orcas. Trips operate from April until October. An unforgettable experience for the whole family. See www.tumares.com and www.firmm.org

Churros con chocolate

Head into Conil for churros con chocolate, you will find these fried treats on sale at the stalls and kiosks about town. The Spanish eat them at breakfast time on a weekend or as an afternoon snack.

Pueblos blancos

Visit one of the picturesque hill-top towns such as Vejer de la Frontera, Arcos de la Frontera or Medina Sidonia. Enjoy wandering around narrow cobbled streets, geranium filled patios and exploring quirky bars and shops.

Nearby

Towns/Villages

Conil 10 mins 
Vejer 15 mins 
Cadiz 35 mins 

Beaches

Conil 13 mins 
El Palmar 15 mins 
La Fontanilla 15 mins 
Playa de Roche 20 mins 
Cala de Aceite 20 mins 
La Barrosa 30 mins 

Airports

Jerez 50 mins 
Gibraltar 1 Hr 25 mins 
Sevilla 1 Hr 40 mins 
Malaga 2 Hrs 20 mins 

Train Stations

San Fernando Bahia Sur 30 mins 
Times are approximate

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