RMAH105: Cortijo Nispero in Arboleas

Cortijo Nispero is less than 15 minutes easy drive south of Arboleas.

Situated in a picturesque hamlet with just 3 families living there, its a tranquil location with lovely mountain views.

The accommodation comprises an entrance hall, lounge with L- shaped sofa and satellite television, large dining room with feature log burner, music system and patio doors to the garden, a large and well equipped kitchen with granite work tops, Smeg 5 ring double oven, a large fridge freezer for food and a separate drinks fridge, Bosch dishwasher and LG washing machine.

Upstairs is a lounge with log burner and satellite television, there is a comprehensive selection of books and games for guests use during their stay. There is a secret and hidden door onto a 20M2 roof terrace which takes full advantage of the views.

There are 3 bedrooms all en-suite. 2 have double beds with luxury mattresses and there are patio doors with juliet balconies looking over the garden and pool area. The 3rd bedroom contains 2 generous single beds again with luxurious mattresses. All bedding and linen has been brought from the UK and is of excellent quality. All bedrooms have ceiling fans which are perfect for cooling down.

Outside to the front is a gravelled garden and also 3 parking spaces. The main garden is gently divided into 3 level areas, the top level is gravelled with lots of planters and there is a patio area with a moorish style bench and wicker garden furniture. There is also an outdoor kitchen area with gas barbecue.

The middle level is again gravelled and planted with olives and mature shrubs. The stone built chicken house and run are here ready for clients to collect their daily eggs. Divided by a large bed planted with all manner of exotic and flowering shrubs is the lowest level where there is a delighful 5x3M pool, shaded seating areas and hammocks slung under the leafy spreading almond tree.

There is gas central heating, solar hot water, broadband wifi and a landline telephone. There is also a good mobile signal.

An easy 3 minute walk gets you to Alfonsos bar ( Chicken shack) where clients must book and try his famous garlic fried chicken, salad and chips. Another large bar is only 2.5 km away towards Arboleas. Katis bar (Rabbit shack) is also close and a 5 minute drive away.

Guests have use of a daily bread van, a weekly fruit and veg van and a fish van on a Friday.

Market days are Huercal Overa Monday, Albox Tuesday, Mojacar Wednesday, Zurgena Friday, Arboleas Saturday and Villaricos market is on a Sunday.

The coast at Mojacar, Villaricos, San Juan de los Terreros and Vera are all within 40-45 minutes drive.

Almeria airport is one hours drive, Murcia 1.5 hours and Alicante 2 hours.