Finca la Dehesa
A stylish estate hidden in its own private valley (120 hectares) close to the famous Ronda. An extremely secluded place, at  just a few minutes walk from a good restaurant and a few minutes drive from the city of Ronda with its many remnants of ancient cultures.  This country retreat  is very private and peaceful. A perfect place from where to discover the area,  or simply to relax by the pool.
2-8 persons

This retreat is so peaceful, it is hard to believe that the famous Ronda, with its Moorish history, its lively shopping centre and its many tapaz bars and restaurants, is just a short drive from here.

Already when you enter on the two kilometres long driveway you will notice this is the retreat of an artist: you will discover intriguing garden sculptures around every corner.
 FINCA LA DEHESA lovely holiday home in Andalucia
Once arrived at the property you will be amazed by the utter silence in this valley.

All the land surrounding the retreat, almost as far as the eye can see, belongs to the property.  

This whole valley (120 hectares !) is private. This is a lovely area to make a walk.
FINCA LA DEHESA lovely holiday home in peaceful private valley
A pleasant surprise is that it is only a few minutes walk to a lovely country hotel nearby with a good restaurant.

At the entrance to the house is a large Era (threshing area), with a shaded area with plenty of space to park you car.		 FINCA LA DEHESA good restaurant at a few minutes walk
Through the big arch you enter thorough a large front terrace covered by grapes.

It has deckchairs and a large dining table seating eight and more.		 FINCA LA DEHESA a large front terrace covered by grapes
This enormous terrace is shaded by a huge walnut tree.

This is a very pleasant area to sit down and relax on a warm summer day.		 FINCA LA DEHESA a very pleasant area to sit down and relax
This is a wonderful place for an al fresco dinner.

To your left you have views over the well maintained garden and over the valley leading towards Ronda.		 FINCA LA DEHESA a wonderful place for an al fresco dinner
There is a dining table with a cushioned bench and chairs.

You will find a big portable barbecue.

Steps lead down from the terrace into the lush garden.

For those who like to play golf there are four putting greens.		 FINCA LA DEHESA a dining table with a bench and chairs
Further steps lead down to the lovely pool area.

The pool is completely private.

It has lounge chairs for sunbathing and an outdoor sofa.

Here you can forget the world and enjoy the landscape, the sun and the silence.
 FINCA LA DEHESA lovely pool area
There is a pool house where you can have a wonderful al fresco dinner in the shade, overlooking the pool and the valley beyond.

It has a large dining table.

Here you will also find a huge BBQ.
FINCA LA DEHESA daybed for a long lazy siesta
Set to the side of the pool you will find a wonderful daybed, ideal for a long, lazy siesta.

From the pool you have breathtaking views over the whole valley and the impressive mountain range around.		 FINCA LA DEHESA breathtaking views over the valley and the mountains
The property has been carefully renovated by its owners in a comfortable but rustic style, making excellent use of the spacious areas of the old farmhouse, without losing any of its authenticity.

Base elements of dark wooden beams and terracotta floors have been stylishly combined with antiques and artefacts from all over the world.

The living room is huge; it has a high ceiling with a minstrel gallery, which adds to the immense sense of space.		 FINCA LA DEHESA spacious living area with rustic atmosphere
You will feel at home though, it certainly does not feel too big.

It has a comfortable couch and armchairs. There is satellite TV with DVD player, radio and CD/tape player.

A large open fire adds to a castle like feeling.

It ensures a pleasant atmosphere for an occasionally colder evening.

The open plan kitchen and the cosy dining area form a natural extension from the living area.		 FINCA LA DEHESA large open fire adds to a castle like feeling
The amazing kitchen is mainly made in antique wood, decorated with lovely antique pots and pans thus fitting in seamlessly with the living area.

It offers all facilities like a 5-ring hob, oven, fridge, and dishwasher.

A separate utility room houses another fridge- freezer, washing machine and tumble dryer.		 FINCA LA DEHESA wonderful fully fitted kitchen
The dining area is cleverly located between the kitchen and the big open fire.

The wonderful wooden dining table seats up to eight guests.

The tablecloth, the china and the glasses – all is chosen carefully to adds to sensation of the luxury you will experience when staying at this warm and welcoming country house.
 FINCA LA DEHESA dining area for up to eight guests
Next to the living area is a separate wing with four bedrooms.

Upstairs is the spacious master bedroom.

It has a romantic four-poster double bed.
FINCA LA DEHESA romantic master bedroom
It has its own en-suite shower room, with many eye catching details.

It has a marble shower, a lavatory and luxurious copper basins.		 FINCA LA DEHESA private en-suite shower room
On the ground floor there is another double bedroom and a twin bedroom. FINCA LA DEHESA another double bedroom and twin bedroom
These two rooms share an exquisite shower room with lavatory and basin.

It has many artistic details.		 FINCA LA DEHESA exquisite shower room
The fourth bedroom has a double bed and en-suite bathroom in marble with a bath with overhead shower, basin and lavatory.

A supplementary bed can be added.

This room has its own entrance both from the house as from the garden.
 FINCA LA DEHESA fourth double bedroom with en suite
Taken as a whole La Dehesa is ideal for a group of eight, but it is also a charming property for smaller groups.
There is a wealth of things to do in the area be it walking, riding, visiting historical sites or simply visiting the many ‘White’ villages of the area and investigating numerous tapas bars.

It would not be surprising however if you might choose to relax by the pool and enjoy the charm and comfort of the property in this unparalleled peaceful valley.

Location:
La Dehesa is located at only a 15 minutes drive of the old town of Ronda, full of cultural heritage of the Moors, Romans and Christians.

Ronda is only 90 minutes per car away from Malaga airport, 45 minutes from Marbella, 120 minutes from Seville airport, so it is easy to reach.

Surrounding area:
Ronda has a lively city centre, with many shops, museums, the famous bullring, Moorish palaces, gardens and the very picturesque Puente Nuevo. The Moorish baths are the oldest remaining in Europe and well worth a visit.		 FINCA LA DEHESA ideal for large as well as smaller groups
Ronda can be visited all year around. The climate is normally good, even in winter. Highlights are the Easter celebrations with processions and the Feria in early September.

Stunning mountains, natural parks like Grazalema, Lake Zahara, Sierra Las Nieves etc. and beautiful typical “white villages” surround Ronda. You will find lots of wild life, like fox, wild boar, deer, eagle, hawk (you will see a number of hawk nests right from your bedroom) and vultures. There are also many rare species of smaller birds in the valleys and mountains.

In less than 2 hours you can visit the famous cities of Granada (Alhambra), Seville and Cordoba. On the other side you can visit the beach in Marbella (jet set), Tarifa (wind surfing) or visit Gibraltar and even Morocco in an easy day’s trip.		 FINCA LA DEHESA holiday home near Ronda, Grazalema, Granada, Cordoba and Sevilla

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