Cortijo Genesis

Gaucín, Málaga
Bed & Breakfast
+34 692 188 561
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Per night
€180 - €260
Bedroom

5 rooms

Sleeps

Rooms sleep 2

Children welcome
Babies welcome

A place of peace in the hills and a view-filled base for exploring by bike or for experiencing Reiki, meditation, yoga and more

Per night
€180 - €260

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€180 - €260 per night

The Experience

A deeply rural spot for this sparkling white cortijo with a central courtyard. The hub of the house is the high-ceilinged, open-plan living area with a kitchen at one end, a library at the other and very comfortable seating in between. Colours are warm, there are many good books and a happy mix of furniture and art will make you feel relaxed – there’s no standing on ceremony here.

Five colour-themed bedrooms (four can be twins) are stonkingly comfortable with hefty mattresses, soft cushions and lovely views. Bathrooms are en suite with powerful showers (one also has a bath) and even the loos are open-plan so you’ll need to lack inhibitions.

Wake to scrumptious breakfasts: home-baked grain bread, homemade jams, pancakes and eggs from their chickens, bacon from the local butcher. Set off on wonderful walks or cycles, doze by the pool or head to the yoga platform, enjoy a Reiki session in the gypsy wagon or simply relish the quiet.

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We think you'll love

  • Joining in with other guests for sociable meals or finding your own private spot in the beautiful gardens
  • Having a home-cooked supper on Mondays and Tuesdays – a three-course menu that they vary from day to day
  • Wandering the grounds, admiring the gardens, floating in the pool, brushing off your worldly cares
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You should know

  • Sorry, no dogs. Valentina and Nicolas have two Spanish mastiffs, rescue donkeys and horses and a big black cat

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 €180
1 Double
€180
4 Twin/doubles
From €240

Information

Booking information

Check in
From 2pm
Check out
By 12pm
Other details
Minimum stay: 2 nights. Extra double sofabed available in one of the twin/doubles.
Closed
14 December to 31 January.
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, 3 courses, €45 (available Monday & Tuesday, must be booked 48 hours in advance).

Reviews

Lovely cortijo restored with passion and set in a stunning landscape. All furnishings have been painstakingly selected with particular attention paid to colour schemes. The cortijo oozes great energy and makes for a superb, luxury, boutique retreat. Immerse yourselves in its ambience and treat yourself to some pampering. You won't want to leave!
Inspected Nick Sawday's Inspector

Nathalie, Freiburg

We had a great time at Cortijo Genesis. The room and the property was just lovely with nice options to relax outside and enjoy the great weather. We had a relaxing time at the pool with an astonishing view. Valentina and Nicolas were very welcoming and we enjoyed having animals around us, especially the dogs and cat :) Thanks for a great time!


Elisabeth, Grez-Doiceau

Cortijo Genesis is a hidden paradise for anyone looking to escape city life. Surrounded by nature, this boutique hotel offers elegant decor, organic food, and a relaxing atmosphere. With animals like horses and donkeys, a stunning infinity pool, and yoga platforms nestled among trees, it’s the perfect place to unwind. Nearby cultural sites like Ronda and Marbella add to the charm. Ideal for those seeking peace, nature, and a touch of luxury


Marta, Barcelona

What a beautiful cortijo! Exquisite design and care for beauty; warm hosts with loving presence; an ideal place to rest, reconnect, and heal.


Ariana, Jerez Fra

Cortijo Genesis is the clear expression of hospitality taken to the luxury of things well done with love, taste and simplicity. Cortijo Genesis is the ultimate expression of feeling at home and being welcomed with all the affection. Valentina and Nicolas are the clear example of a maximum vocation for true hospitality, the one of always, the one that does not need great luxuriesbut has the greatest of luxe: the beauty of simplicity.


Location

The neighbourhood

The views stretch down the valley to Jimena in the distance and even Gibraltar on a clear day. Hiking is wonderful and there are guides for you to borrow. There are some shops and eateries in San Pablo de Buceite (eight miles). River swimming in Estación de Gaucín (20 miles) is idyllic; Gaucín (13 miles) has a choice of restaurants – Azulete for fine dining and Fructosa for traditional Spanish.

Local points of interest from Valentina & Nicolas Brusselmans

  • Once you’ve entered Cortijo Genesis, you will be astonished by the SILENCE! Only birds and nature, total reconnection with yourself and nature.
  • Our Permaculture project is one of a kind in Andalusia. Come and walk around the gardens and ask Nicolas to share his knowledge with you!
  • Our Yoga platform is hidden amongst the trees and has an absolutely breathtaking view. Yoga, Pilates, meditation… on a really amazing spot.
  • Ask Valentina for a Reiki or Equicoaching session with her horses or donkeys. Get grounded or benefit from energetical healing amongst nature and animals.
  • There are more than 60 beautiful hiking tours around the house! Breathtaking scenery!!
  • The beaches and golf courses are only 45 minutes away by car.

Introducing

Valentina & Nicolas Brusselmans

Valentina (a librarian, now a Reiki practitioner and equine therapist) and Nicolas (in telecoms but now paints) spent many wonderful years in Belgium working and growing their family. As soon as this eco-conscious pair found the Cortijo they knew it was just right for them – their mission is a holistic one, to nurture a profound connection between individuals, communities and the environment.