Our stay was just as we had hoped for and more - relaxed and quiet with beautiful surroundings. The beds were comfy, the kitchen facilities great, lovely gardens to lie and hammock to swing. Joanna and her dogs and cats added to the atmosphere. Thank you!
We totally enjoyed our stay at the property. It was exactly what we hoped for - rustic and a little bit quirky but also it had everything that we needed for a relaxing and totally enjoyable stay.
Joanna is a lovely host and a very interesting person. Of course, Osso and Ella (here two dogs) are adorable and the two cats paid us regular visits too.
The outside space is a joy, eating breakfast and dinner outside every day in such lovely surroundings.
Location wise, being on the edge of the village was perfect. Quiet and relaxing but with the village amenities a few minutes walk away. We had a great stay.
We have just arrived home from a wonderful 2 weeks in La Fontana. It is an idyllic property that lies just outside the lovely town of Cortes de la Frontera. The house's proximity to the town meant we were able to walk to 2 very good restaurants and roll back having eaten good tapas and drunk local wine.
The house is well equipped and utterly charming. The views from the garden/pool are everything you could hope for in hiring a house in the mountains.
A special mention must go to Oso, Joanna's wonderful dog, who made us feel completely at home. He is a gentle giant, and we already miss him.
La fontana esta en un entorno fenomenal para disfrutar de unos dĂas de relax en la sierra. Casa encantadora con piscina y barbacoa. No faltaba ningĂșn detalle. Joanna estupenda!
Es un lugar ideal para descansar y desconectar de la rutina.
La casa estĂĄ perfectamente equipada con todo lo necesario para pasar unos dĂas de relax . No dispone de TV pero nos vino muy bien para hacer otro tipo de actividades y cĂłmo dispone de Wifi, cualquier necesidas estĂĄ cubierta con los mĂłviles.
Los niños no pararon de disfrutar de la piscina y los mayores no nos separamos de la barbacoa ;)
En definitiva, nos ha encantado a todos y Joanna es una anfitriona maravillosa.
Esperamos volver pronto !!
Am Ortsrand gelegen, mit dem Auto gut zu erreichen. Grosser Stellplatz, Anwesen auf sehr groĂem GelĂ€nde mit schön angelegten Garten und Blick auf die Berge. Swimmingpool wird tĂ€glich gepflegt. Das Haus ist (typisch spanisch)rustikal ausgestattet, alle wichtigen Dinge sind vorhanden (inkl. Grillplatz auf Terrasse).Vermieterin sehr freundlich und hilfsbereit, wohnt in der NĂ€he. Wir haben 3 Wochen in dieser Idylle sehr genossen.
La casa es perfecta, confortable, limpia, cuidada y muy tranquila. Rodeada de un precioso jardĂn y con maravillosas vistas. EstĂĄ en el campo y a tan solo un paseo del pueblo. DestacarĂa las terrazas, perfectas para descansar y disfrutar del entorno. Totalmente recomendable.
CARMEN C.
10/10 Excellent
steven r.
20 sept. 2018
amazing property quiet, relaxing and would recommend
great week spent here in september. Good location close to village with plenty of shops bars and restaurants. Can do as much or as little as you like.
Peaceful, comfortable and fun house in a perfect location for exploring and close to a pretty town
The house and garden made for a perfect rural retreat for us! The house was spacious and pretty with comfortable beds and lovely hot showers and well equipped with everything you could need. The best part of the house is the garden and outdoor space - lots of areas to sit and relax in sun or shade, plenty of space for the kids to play and of course the pool which was great fun. We enjoyed having daily visits from Joanna's dogs which just added to the homely feel. The house is a few minutes walk into the village which was great to get provisions and has plenty of places to get a coffee, a meal or a lovely cake - we all enjoyed the bakery! Cortes de la frontera is a fabulous town, with an authentic feel. Great to be among the locals and to enjoy a real Spanish atmosphere. It's also brilliantly located, close to national parks (cork forest walks on the doorstep) and within easy striking distance of Ronda (a stunning mountain drive away) with all that has to offer and other white villages such as Gaucin, Cassares etc. Joanna was there to greet us and we appreciated the beautiful flowers she had placed around the house. It was good to know she was here if we needed any advice but we found our way around without a hitch and the Cortes TIC was helpful for walk suggestions. We all had a fantastic holiday and we're delighted with our choice of place to stay. Highly recommended!
This is a lovely property with good views and the garden is pretty. Not suitable for two couples as hardly any wardrobe space or privacy upstairs but ideal for a young family with children although the interior stairs are pretty steep. The access road is extremely steep but it did get easier (!) to walk after a while. The dogs are very affectionate and loving, even if a bit noisy at night. Joanna is a very helpful host and is on hand if there are any problems. The town itself is really pretty with some interesting old buildings.
Property pretty basic no luxuries. Entrance difficult but setting nicely situated.
Was quite a shock when first arrived but gradually got used to it as did not want to spoil our holiday. Property rustic and basic but served its purpose. Did feel that a good spring clean could have been carried out. Plenty of hot water for baths and showers. Felt that the windows needed curtains for some privacy especially in the bathroom. The main bed was only a double so the spare bed was used. The sheets and bedding needed to be replaced with new.
Just back from a fabulous stay at this gorgeous home from home. The villa is spacious comfortable and well equipped. The pool was great for us and our children (3 & 6) and there was also plenty of garden for playing and exploring. The lawn was a big bonus with small children. Joanna was very friendly helpful and kindly showed us around the lovely town which let us find treats we might have missed otherwise! The kids totally loved playing with her friendly animals when they came to visit! The villa setting is as described complete privacy but it's still only a few minutes walk into town. You definitely need a car to get here and although we could have spent every day relaxing in the villa we also explored local caves, amazing lakes and beaches which are all within 20mins - 1.5hr drive. Perfect holiday - Thankyou so much Joanna! Hope to see you again soon!
A wonderful, wildlife filled stay in the heart of Andalucia. A real get away from it all location.
Joanna was a welcoming host to her lovely rustic cottage, hidden in the folds of the Park National. Plenty of room for the two of us with a wonderful shaded terrace, perfect for lunch and escaping the hottest times of the day. Open plan living downstairs allowed more than enough space for cooking, with a lovely balcony area leading off the upper living room that was perfect for a relaxing sun downer in the early evening. Oso, the Spanish Sheepdog and the cats were added company.
The local wildlife is not shy. Vultures, white tailed eagles, swifts, lizards, bats (of all sizes), butterflies, beetles, crickets, sheep, frogs and much more can be seen and heard around the valley. We should have packed a guide book on the local fauna and flora as spent lots of time looking up various creatures and plants on the internet.
The local municipal swimming pool is a must if you want to practice your lengths. With lots of beautifully kept grass areas and a stunning view, it's worth making an afternoon visit with a picnic. Just under 10 minutes walk away and ideal for all ages. There is a lovely learner pool for younger swimmers. At 1 euro 50 each it was amazing value!
The very local bar/restaurant is friendly and has a good selection of tapas and main meals but the village also offers lots of places for a quick drink, light lunch or relaxed dinner. The little square has a butcher, baker, fruit and veg shop, cafe and ironmongers. Not always obvious as hidden behind door screens, just look for the locals leaving with their bulging shopping bags. Quite a few supermarkets around the village open Monday to Friday and half day Saturday. The first supermarket as you enter the village (near the Pharmacy and Dia) is open on a Sunday morning for a couple of hours.
A car is essential and once we had mastered the lane up and down to the cottage, enjoyed trips out into the cork forests and white villages that are dotted around the area. A visit to Ronda for our anniversary was a wonderful treat.
The prehistoric caves are worth visiting. Call and book in advance. Again, amazing value for nearly 2 hours underground on a guided tour of the cave paintings and rock formations. 30,000 years of human occupation still totally unspoilt by burger vans and souvenir shops. Wear shoes with a good grip as it can be slippery in places.
All in all, a fantastic get away location with plenty to do in the surrounding area.
I am a visual artist, passionate amateur landscape gardener and the builder of what in the future could result in a realized dream of living in beautiful surroundings in harmony with nature. I came here in 2010 and started the project with the reconstruction of the house and construction of the garden. Then I started the renovation of dilapidated small houses on the estate. This resulted in a small house / studio I now live and work in when I'm not working with the garden and preparing the big house before guests' arrival. Welcome.
Direct proximity to urban amenities (healthcare, banks, shops, bars and cafes, tourist information etc.) in a beautiful white village yet, in the middle of nature. The garden is full of flowers, herbs and birdsong. The soft hills around with olive groves echoes with the voices of grazing sheep while swinging in the hammock in the shade or resting on a sun lounger on the porch or on the terrace with spectacular views wher you can see eagles circling in the daytime and at night watch the moon sink behind the mountains.