Finca Las Encinas

Iznájar, Córdoba
Bed & Breakfast
+34 629 610783
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Per night
€80 - €115
Bedroom

3 rooms

Sleeps

Rooms sleep 2

Friendly Maki and Clive's higgledy-piggledy home is a charming, special place. Rooms are cosy, Clive's cookery courses are fun and delicious

Per night
€80 - €115

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€80 - €115 per night

The Experience

The house is 200 years old, rustic and charming. It stands on the side of a hill on the edge of a small Moorish village in the Parque Natural, an hour from Córdoba and Granada, surrounded by farmland. Outside on sloping land are hammocks and picnic tables, figs, almonds, olives and vines, and a small upper terrace overlooking an inviting little pool.

Inside, old doors have become headboards and the cool downstairs bedroom (once the pantry!) now has twin beds. All three bedrooms (two with a terrace) are simple, with delightful thick walls, modest beds, fluffy towels and characterful touches. In the sitting room are books, antiques and modern art.

Breakfast consists of all the usual suspects but you’ll also get olive oil and tomate rallado, Spanish style. Clive cooks delicious dinners, often using their own vegetables, herbs and fruit, which are as Andalusian as possible.

Finca Las Encinas - Gallery

We think you'll love

  • Joining one of Clive's cookery courses, then feasting and having fun
  • Being surrounded by nature, olive groves and wonderful views
  • Spending a day by the pool, dozing, reading, cooling off now and then
Finca Las Encinas - Gallery

You should know

  • Some of the ceilings are quite low so watch your head if you're tall
  • There are many steps in and outside the house

Essentials

  • EV charger
  • 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
  • Spa
  • Central heating
  • Limited mobility
  • Wheelchair access
  • Mobile reception
  • Hob
  • Bar
  • Barbecue
  • Licensed premises
  • Paid parking nearby
  • Air conditioning
  • Relaxation areas
  • Washing machine
  • Tennis court
  • Microwave oven
  • No smoking
  • Credit cards
  • Working farm
  • Owner has pets
  • 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 €80
Surcharges
Singles €64-€92.
1 Twin
€80
1 Suite for 2
€115
1 Double
€80

Information

Booking information

Check in
From 4pm
Check out
By 11am
Other details
Children over 5 welcome.
Closed
15 December - 28 February.
No smoking
Smoking not permitted anywhere in the property.
Property
This property is part of a working farm or vineyard.
Owner has pets
Animals living on the property
Meals
Dinner, 2-3 courses, €26-€33. Restaurant 10-minute drive.

Reviews

As soon as I had seen the rooms, I knew this was a special place to stay, such care is taken for their decoration. I particularly liked the ones with balconies. It must be lovely to just to sit there, and forget about the world for a while. The terrace where dinners are served is lovely as well. Above all I was impressed by the collection of all those little knick-knacks and that cheese plant!
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Ruth, London

One of the most beautiful places I have stayed. Maki and Clive were wonderful hosts, making me feel very at home and relaxed. Maki thinks of everything - she's one step ahead with offering drinks and providing pool towels. Clive's cooking is delicious, lovely flavours with home grown herbs and spices. Everything fresh and local - breakfast was a lovely spread of food. From the dining table there are spectacular views across the valley. Clive and Maki both provided me with lots of tips and information about the area. I particularly appreciated the early morning packed breakfast! The pool is fab


Eva Rebecca, Glasgow

We absolutely adored our week at Finca Las Encinas. Nestled in the olive-clad hills near Iznajar, Maki and Clive offer a truly outstanding gourmet B&B experience - it is hands down one of the lovelilest places we have ever stayed. Enjoy the peaceful surroundings of the Andalusian campo with birdsong, a delicious breakfast spread with unbeatable views, the best night's sleep in wonderfully comfortable rooms, a doze in the hammock by the pool (all with a couple of the sweetest pups in the vicinity) - I could go on! And of course, Clive's cooking is utterly sublime. Thanks so much both!


John, Callander

A lovely rural finca in tranquil surroundings. Delicious breakfasts and dinners all superbly cooked and presented. Comfortable rooms and outdoor areas and a cooling pool too. Maki and Clive know exactly how to make us feel relaxed and comfortable and were the perfect hosts. We had an easy day trip to the Alhambra in Grenada and enjoyed local walks too. It was a great place to stay for a few nights between Malaga and Seville and I’d thoroughly recommend the finca for others.


Ali and Cliff, Newbury

We have just returned from rural Finca Las Encinas - it is such a special place! Fabulous location with stunning views, this is the perfect place to relax and enjoy all that this part of Andalucia has to offer. We were welcomed warmly by owners Maki and Clive. Everything was of the highest standard including our room, the bed with good mattress and superb bedding and the level of hygiene everywhere. The outdoor space is filled with beautiful plants and it is hard to tire of the stunning views. The standard and quality of the food prepared is incredibly high and Clive’s dinners are fantastic!


Location

The neighbourhood

Walks in the beautiful Parque will be magical, surrounded by beauty and wildlife. The village of Iznájar is a 10-minute drive. It's a wonderful place which overlooks a reservoir on the Genil river, with narrow streets of whitewashed houses, a castle and churches. A small weekly market is brimming with good things and you'll love the central square with its kissing corner (El Rincón de los Besos).

Local points of interest from Maki Murakushi Ridout & Clive A Ridout

  • A trip to the charming whitewashed village of Iznájar, just a short drive away, is a must—soak in its rich history, wander through the narrow streets, and take in the breathtaking views of Lake Iznájar and the surrounding countryside blanketed with ancient olive trees.
  • Our B&B is featured in the 2023 edition of the Lonely Planet Andalucia Guide! Visit Iznajar for outdoor adventures like cycling, hiking, kayaking, lake cruises, and birdwatching, or simply unwind and soak in the peaceful atmosphere. Savour delicious food.
  • Discover hidden gems the Baroque town of Priego de Córdoba and the charming mountain village of Zuheros in the Natural Park of La Sierra Subbética, where nature’s beauty is on full display. With so much history, culture, and natural wonder to explore, every corner offers something special.
  • Discover the difference between premium extra virgin olive oil and the ordinary kind. Enjoy a visit to the olive mill and an olive oil tasting experience. It’s a fun and informative way to explore the world of olive oil, the natural juice of olives.
  • Join our fun and engaging cooking classes, led by owner and chef Clive, for a burst of inspiration in the kitchen. Our unique recipes were even featured in the December 2018 cookbook *Andaluz: A Food Journey Through Southern Spain* by Fiona Dunlop.
  • We’ve been awarded SICTED’s Compromiso de Calidad Turística, a quality accreditation that recognizes the dedication and effort of participating businesses in promoting a safe, high-quality tourism experience and destination like Iznájar.

Introducing

Maki Murakushi Ridout & Clive A Ridout

Maki, Japanese, introduces you to Montilla wine and olive-tasting tours. Clive, Welsh, offers guests cookery courses that are easy, fun and delicious – he has been a professional chef for over 30 years and loves to share his passion. They live here with their family dog and two cats.