Casa Elsa

Zahara de la Sierra, Cádiz
Self-catering
+34 699 696 163
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Per night
€714 - €1100
Per week
€5000 - €7700
Bedroom

7 bedrooms

Sleeps

Sleeps 14

Children welcome
Babies welcome

Plunge into real Spain from this ancient village house with very modern interiors, stunning views, a cooling pool and a hop from restaurants

Per night
€714 - €1100
Per week
€5000 - €7700

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€714 - €1100 per night

€5000 - €7700 per week

The Experience

Built in 1879, the house sits just off the Plaza Mayor in Zahara, a breathtaking pueblo blanco perched on a rocky crag in the Sierra de Grazalema Natural Park. Steep cobbled streets and narrow winding alleys speak of its Moorish past, and the village is dominated by a 13th-century castle – views soar to the reservoir from the terraces of the house. Inside it’s cool and contemporary, with much luxury, from beautifully dressed beds and a very well-equipped kitchen, to a projector for films, chess and other games, art books and a chimenea with logs supplied.

Outdoors, there’s a barbecue area with stairs leading up to the pool – not huge, but very welcoming when it’s hot. From here you’ll listen to village life, children playing, church bells ringing and some rapid Spanish.

Drive ten minutes to swim in the freshwater lake, step out to superb local restaurants and cafés; walking tours can be organised plus visits to local sites.

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We think you'll love

  • Feeling very Spanish, immersing yourselves in authentic village life, sitting on the roof terrace listening to neighbours chattering and the next door church bells
  • Relaxing in the large, open-plan communal areas, cooling off in the pool, having a sundowner before walking to a local restaurant
  • Setting off on some grand tours, cycling and hiking in the Park or exploring Ronda and Almazara
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You should know

  • Sorry, no dogs
  • Public transport is practically non-existent, you'll need to hire a car

Essentials

  • EV charger
  • Self check-in
  • Swimming pool
  • Hot tub
  • Garden
  • Open fire / woodburner
  • Breakfast included
  • Breakfast available
  • Meals available
  • Vegetarian meals
  • Oven
  • Parking on premises
  • Free parking nearby
  • Accessible by public transport
  • WiFi
  • Television
  • Central heating
  • Mobile reception
  • Hob
  • Barbecue
  • Paid parking nearby
  • Air conditioning
  • Relaxation areas
  • Washing machine
  • Tennis court
  • Microwave oven
  • No smoking
  • Credit cards
  • Working farm
  • Owner has pets
  • Electricity included
  • Dishwasher
  • Pets welcome

Family friendly

  • Baby monitor
  • Books and toys
  • Children welcome
  • Babies welcome
  • Stair gates
  • High chair
  • Fire guard
  • Cot available

Nearby

  • Pub/bar within 3 miles
  • Restaurant within 3 miles
  • Shop within 3 miles

Activities

  • Bikes available
  • Food courses
  • Kayaking
  • Other courses
  • Sailing
  • Surfing
  • Wild swimming

Accessibility

  • Step-free guest entrance
  • Guest entrance wider than 81cm
  • Step-free bedroom access
  • Bedroom entrance wider than 81cm
  • Step-free bathroom access
  • Bathroom entrance wider than 81cm
  • Step-free shower
  • Shower and toilet grab bars
  • Shower or bath chair
  • Accessible parking space
  • Ceiling or mobile hoist
  • Hearing loop
  • Subtitles available on televisions
  • Guest information in large print or braille

Pricing

Nightly price
from €714
Weekly price
from €5000
1 House for 14
From €7147 bedrooms

Information

Booking information

Check in
3pm
Check out
12pm
Other details
Minimum stay: 3 nights
No smoking
Smoking not permitted anywhere in the property.
Meals
Breakfast €10. Dinner, 3 courses, €30.

Reviews

Casa Elsa is a beautifully restored design villa in Zahara de la Sierra. It blends historic 19th-century architecture with atmospheric, cinematic interiors, offering panoramic views of the turquoise lake and rugged surrounding mountains. It serves as a luxurious, peaceful retreat in the heart of Andalusia. Cool understated interiors and spacious living is complemented by the nearby rugged outdoors.
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Location

The neighbourhood

Exploring the village itself will be a joy, with lots of vibrant places to eat. You're right next door to the 16th-century church of Santa Maria de la Mesa, and right at the summit you'll find the restored Torre del Homenaje, a stunning lookout point. The turquoise waters of the Zahara reservoir are lovely for swimming and you can eat there. Ronda has some very smart restaurants.

Local points of interest from Ekaterina Surina

  • There is a natural park nearby with many hiking trails and a canyon of varying difficulty levels.
  • Nearby, there are several beautiful wineries offering wine tasting experiences.
  • Our region is known for its incredibly high-quality olive oil. You can buy organic olive oil from local farms. During the season, you can also visit the production facilities, taste the oil, and see the process with your own eyes.
  • The incredible city of Ronda is a 30-minute drive from our home. Seville is an hour away.