Finca El Sueño

Vejer de la Frontera, Cádiz
Self-catering
+34 670 019391
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Per night
€85 - €490
Per week
€575 - €3250
Place

5 places

Sleeps

Sleeping from 2 – 8

Children welcome
Babies welcome

Four family-friendly self-catering casitas and an original cortijo in wildlife-rich acres near the sandy Costa de la Luz

Per night
€85 - €490
Per week
€575 - €3250

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€85 - €490 per night

€575 - €3250 per week

The Experience

A great, relaxed place for coastal country lovers to simply unwind, with masses of space and separate play areas for young and older children. Swim in the safely fenced pools, barbecue in the shade of trees and climbing vines, stroll the Citrus Walk or simply sit in the herb gardens – don’t forget to take binoculars to see storks and raptors flying overhead.

Splash out on the largest cortijo with its two sitting rooms, four-poster beds and double-ended baths – also its own terrace and pool. The casitas are simpler in style and one has access for those with limited mobility. You’re near to many local beaches for surfing, the hiking and biking is superb and you can book up dolphin and whale-watching safaris.

Child-minding or an arrival shopping delivery can be arranged; a bilingual caretaker comes daily. Day trips to Cadiz, Tangiers, Seville or Jerez are popular and there are excellent restaurants, shops and markets a short drive away.

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We think you'll love

  • The large wildlife-friendly grounds - yours to relax in, and roam
  • The birdsong, the storks nesting on posts
  • The fact that thought has gone into what’s needed for children of all ages
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You should know

  • The beautiful local town of Vejer is a bit tricky for parking in August
  • Wildlife is as undisturbed as possible here including protected swallows’ nests in the eaves
  • The wood-burning stoves are for the cooler months – November to March

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
  • Limited mobility
  • Wheelchair access
  • 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

Accommodation

Pricing

Nightly price
from €85
Weekly price
from €575
Damage deposit
€100-€500 depending on the space.
1 Cottage for 2
From €851 bed1 bedroom
1 Cottage for 6
From €1505 beds3 bedrooms
1 Cottage for 6
From €1505 beds3 bedrooms
1 Cottage for 4
From €1203 beds2 bedrooms
1 House for 8
From €3206 beds4 bedrooms

Information

Booking information

Check in
From 4pm
Check out
By 10am
Other details
Short breaks available.
Closed
Rarely.
No smoking
Smoking not permitted anywhere in the property.
Owner has pets
Animals living on the property

Reviews

What I loved about Finca El Sueño is the respect Sean & Tanya have for wild life. This is a unique and protected area and they have created a wonderful garden as well as an island that is now a nesting place for birds of prey & aquatic species in the marshes. One can either marvel nature from your terrace or wander around the 8 acres and take in the beauty of the place.
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Helen, Stratford upon Avon

A beautiful, peaceful place to relax after a busy few days sightseeing. The swimming pool was lovely. We were impressed by the eco friendly measures the owner has put in place.


Alan, Oxford

We had a lovely, very relaxing stay at El Sueno. House was very clean. Pool clean. My two children loved it and fussing over the cats, but they weren’t intrusive. Local area is fantastic. Best coastline in Spain. Tanya was great to deal with. We’re planning to return.


Sophie, Zürich

Our stay at Finca el Sueno was truly relaxing. Our casita was equipped with everything we could possibly have needed and comfortable, and we loved watching the swallows feeding their chicks from the terrace outside. The pool was fab, and there was so many brilliant beaches nearby. We loved waking to the sound of birdsong, wandering in the stunning grounds and chatting to Tanya about all the work they've done to make the finca a sustainable, biodiverse paradise. She also recommended a restaurant which ended up being the best meal of our holiday. We can't wait to return!


John, Bath

Such a fab stay! Beautiful garden, loved the cats and Jess helped with great suggestions. A genuinely special place.


Location

The neighbourhood

There’s something of a wild west feel as you approach: past the Dehesa Montenmedio - with its natural parklands including golf course, Modern Art Centre and equestrian events - through the agricultural hamlet to the road’s end and the contrasting family-friendly finca with its fuss-free vibe, rich foliage and sea marsh views. It’s 4km to a good meal at the Venta Batato in Barca de Vejer, just short of the UNESCO hilltop Vejer de la Frontera, with all its tapas bars, restaurants and shops.

Local points of interest from Tanya and Sean

  • Some of the best undeveloped beaches on the Costa de la Luz are minutes away, from wide sandy family beaches to mud baths & secret coves. Explore the coast between the seaport of Tarifa to cultural Cadiz - Bolonia with Roman ruins & sand dune is a must.
  • Our 'Helping Hands' include children items, additional housekeeping, bilingual childminder & shopping service. Foodies can enjoy local cookery courses, wine/sherry tasting and tapas tours - with bountiful local fresh produce in daily markets & restaurants.
  • Just 15km from North Africa, this is a unique corner of Spain. Savour a wealth of history & culture on your doorstep - visit one of the 265 regional ferias & carnivals, or explore the architecture of Jerez & Seville. Tangiers, Morocco is an easy day-trip.
  • Sample the wares of a bodega; escape to the hamman baths, relax with massage or yoga; treat yourself to a handwoven shawl, leather bags, basketware, Moroccan ironwork & bright pottery; brush up on your language skills or even try some authentic flamenco.
  • Tucked into a protected Natural Park, guests can cycle & walk from the front gates along new trails watching rare birds. Dehesa Montenmedio with its 18 hole golf course, renowned NMAC art centre & Sunshine Tour equestrian events is just a few minutes walk.
  • With a milder Winter climate, shake off the chilly blues & enjoy the great outdoors! Try wind & kite surfing; horseriding along the beach, whale & dolphin watching, migratory/bird watching, or a nature safari daytrip through Donaña Park by 4x4 jeep or boat

Introducing

Tanya and Sean

Owners Tanya and Sean and their family don't live full-time on the finca at present, but Tanya is there for several months each year while Sean visits regularly so they make sure everything runs happily. Keen environmentalists ... year round. They care that guests really enjoy themselves and have compilied an excellent online manual of local information. A friendly bilingual caretaker is on hand if needed.