El Retiro is in a remote and peaceful location, within 15 minutes drive of the traditional Spanish town of Algarinejo. The host, Francesca is an artist and has lovingly restored this charming old Cortijo. There is a natural swimming pool where you can swim surrounded by lilies and plants. The perfect location for nature lovers and for those who want to escape from the city and just relax. The property is an hour and a half's drive from Malaga and Granada and two hours from Cordoba. Please be aware that the track to the property is uneven in parts so low-clearance vehicles may struggle.

I am an artist and love sharing this unique corner of paradise with others. I aim to make your stay as relaxing as possible. I will be on hand locally should you need anything during your stay and will be maintaining the garden and pool daily. I will also give you privacy and make sure that you are not disturbed unnecessarily but should you need anything I will be happy to help. You will have the property to yourself during your stay but I will have access to the private workshop and art studio.

El Retiro is in quite a remote location and there are beautiful mountain walks to be found in any direction. The track to the property is quite steep and uneven. Not suitable for cars with low ground clearance. There are no near neighbours, so peace and tranquility abound. The night skies are perfectly clear and the only sounds are the owls at night and sometimes faraway dogs! El Retiro is 15 minutes drive from the traditional Spanish town of Algarinejo, which boasts some of the finest restaurants in the area as well as shops, banks and a supermarket. The highest peak of La Tińosa can be seen from the house. In the other direction, 25 minutes from the house is beautiful town and lake at Iznajar. Situated in the middle of the ‘golden triangle’ of Cordoba (2hr), Granada and Malaga (1 1/2hr), these historic and culturally rich cities are all within reach as well as some of the most stunning 'pueblo blancos' in this area, such as Iznajar with it's lake and the hilltop town of Montefrio. Hiking from the Cortijo in any direction will be a delight, with fabulous mountain views and opportunities for spotting wildflowers, birds and mammals and coming across long-forgotten ruins.