Approved by the Andalucian Tourist Board, excellent views over the mountains, sea, jacuzzi pool.
FINCA FERNANDEZ

>> Two to five bedrooms in 2 villas, Tourist Board registered
>> One to three bathrooms to include full bath and shower rooms
>> One to two lounges and kitchens
>> Private, heated, floodlit pool
>> Three sun terraces and mature gardens
>> Jacuzzi, open 2 nights per week free of charge
>> Mountain and sea views, close to beaches
>> 2 BBQs, free cot and welcome pack
>> Easy access to coast and airport, nearest beach 15 mins.
>> Free Internet access and satellite TV, Playstation and DVD

Approved by the ANDALUCIAN TOURIST BOARD, this unusual property consists of two adjacent villas with heated pool and BBQs – private and peaceful with stunning sea and mountain views. There are three terraces, private patios and gardens. Last year, we added a jacuzzi ( for guest use 2 nights per week - no extra charge ) This year, we have added pool heating for which there is a small charge if required. There are further extensive gardens with fish ponds, mandarin grove, etc.,in this area. We often take large parties of three generations from one family, who wish to be together yet desire a little privacy as well. Prices are given for villa palma - contact us or see www.fincafernandez.co.uk for more prices. 2 villas must be booked in high season.
The property is next door to Lauro Golf course, a lovely parkland course, close to baches. Casa Palma has two bedrooms, a bathroom with full bath, bidet, hair drier, etc., kitchen, dining room and lounge and its’ own private patio with sun shade, table and chairs. The lounge has a wood burning stove and a good selection of books, satellite Sky TV, internet broadband access and DVD player. We have furnished the house in a simple but attractive Andalucian style. The property is on one level with a gated, stepped entrance. It is suitable for disabled persons if they can manage the two small steps at the second entrance. It is safe for children or pets, because they will be unable to leave the confines of the house and patio and stray to the poolside unnoticed. The main bedroom has a double bed and there are fitted wardrobes in both bedrooms. The kitchen is well equipped for long term living. There is a washing machine, dishwasher, refrigerator/ freezer, electric fan assisted oven, gas hob and extractor, microwave oven, toaster, kettle, coffee maker, wine rack, etc., Casa Rosa has 3 bedrooms, lounge kitchen and two bathrooms - all single storey. Internet and sat tv etc., There are two twin bedded rooms and a double.
The pool can be heated to 27 degrees if required. Finca Fernandez is located on the edge of a small rural Andalucian village, La Alqueria, which is halfway between the small market towns of Alhaurin de la Torre and Alhaurin el Grande, approximately 20mins from the nearest beaches and Malaga International Airport, 45 mins from Marbella and Puerto Banus, 1½ hrs. from Granada and Gibraltar.
The villas are situated between the mountains and the sea, in a beautiful fertile valley , overlooking the mountains of the Sierras de Malaga and the Guadalhorce river Valley. It is an extremely pretty area with fertile orchards, olive plantations, orange and lemon groves and is known as the gardens of the Costa del Sol. In fact, hundreds of years ago, the Moors even named Alhaurin ‘the Garden of Allah’. There are many plant nurseries around La Alqueria because of the unique micro climate. In Springtime, wild flowers abound, filling every space with blood red poppies, wild sweet peas, rare orchids and the smell of wild mountain herbs. The white villages give way to the yacht marinas, long sandy beaches and shops of the coast with long lazy promenades, wonderful fresh fish restaurants and plethora of activities to enjoy.
Our Village
Our traditional village, La Alqueria, which is about 8 mins walk away, boasts no less than three bar/restaurants and even hosts its own little feria in late summer. One of the restaurants, very popular with the locals, serves a speciality from the area, stewed snails or caricoles, which are always in demand and the owner prepares delicious tapas served with chips fried in olive oil and salted before frying. Another owner serves a tasty tapas of pork lomo or fillet, cooked in red butter whilst the third hosts open air BBQs every weekend during summer. There is a small shop and church in the village.

Alhaurin el Grande and Alhaurin de la Torre
We are 5 mins by car from either town where you will find plenty of bars, nightlife, discos, shops, supermarkets, restaurants, sports complex, indoor swimming pool and so on. The streets are very narrow in the old part of each town and care should be taken whilst driving, they were designed for donkeys ! The nearest hospital is at Alhaurin de la Torre and there is a 24 hr medical centre.
A car is essential when booking to stay at Finca Fernandez because of our rural location
Distances (time by car)
Lauro golf course 2 mins ( we are next door ) plus 60 more within easy driving distance.
Nearest supermarket, chemist, doctor 5 mins
Beach, Playa Mayor 15 mins ( Torremolinos, Fuengirola 20 mins )
Malaga Int Airport, Malaga, Port, Railway, 15 to 20 mins
Chorro Lakes 40 mins
Flamingo Lake ( Laguna de la Fuente de Piedra ) 50 mins
Marbella, Puerto Banus 45 mins
Nerja 1 hr
Estepona 1 hr 10 mins
Granada, Gibraltar 1½ hrs ( Morocco + 45 mins by ferry )
Jerez 1¾ hrs RONDA See the dramatic gorge where, by trickery, men plunged with their horses to their deaths, the
oldest bull ring in Spain and wonderful leather shops.
ALHAMBRA PALACE at Granada—make sure you book in advance or you won’t get in to see this magnificent and magical fortress
MALAGA People are surprised when I suggest the city but you will find it fascinating if you go off down the side streets and look at the beautiful architecture, the port, the castle and don’t forget the feria in the second week of August , the largest in our province. Try chilled Malaga sweet wine in one of the old bodegas with a plate of cold prawns or go to the lovely old indoor market and shopping is wonderful, ladies !
SIERRA NEVADAS Visit the little Moorish villages high up in the Alpujarras. Chris Stewart from ‘Driving Over Lemons’ fame, lives near Orgiva, which is a charming little mountain village, nestling in the valley, with its own well established hippy colony close by. Golf Our properties are next door to the 27 hole Lauro golf course. Each hole has the name of a famous bullfighter, with a friendly layout amongst beautiful scenery. Designed by Folco Nardi. Not too demanding but an ideal spot to assess your game. The difficult Alhaurin el Grande course is 10 mins away, Mijas Golf is 15 mins, Miraflores Golf Academy 15 mins., considered to be one of the best in Spain.
The houses are an ideal base for golfers because we can also take groups of 19, total privacy is assured, maid service can be provided if desired. There is a detailed selection on our website at www.fincafernadez.co.uk

Villa Facilities: Washing Machine. Dishwasher. Parking. Cot Available. Security Safe.
Villa Entertainment: Satellite TV. DVD Player. Video Player. CD Player. Broadband Internet. BBQ. Private Pool. Spa/Hot Tub. Garden.
Activities Nearby: Golf. Tennis. Water Sports. Horse Riding. Flora and Fauna.
Allowed: Children Welcome. Pets Allowed. Smoking Permitted. Long Lets Available.
Nearest Airport: Malaga International || Travel: 20 mins drive
Torremolinos || Travel: 20 mins drive
Lauro Golf Course || Travel: 1 mins drive

Villa Rental Prices in GBP per PROPERTY per WEEK Season from JANUARY to DECEMBER
**Prices shown may be subject to change. Please confirm prices with Property Owner/Agent**

Period From		Period To		Price	(Convert Currency)
01 September 2007		31 October 2007		GBP 450
01 November 2007		30 April 2008		GBP 250
01 May 2008		30 June 2008		GBP 450
01 July 2008		31 August 2008		GBP 550
01 September 2008		31 October 2008		GBP 450

Prices shown are for Villa Palma only- Villa Rosa is slightly more expensive.
Villas can be leased singly out of high season. . We can also offer cheaper long term winter lets. There is a small fee if pool heating is required.

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April, May 2008 250 % off each villa