Valencia self catering accommodation
| country: | Spain |
| location: | Alicante, Valencia |
| trip type: | Self guided, introductory to strenuous walking holidays |
| price: | From €200 per person per week, based on 2 people travelling (or €455 based on 5 people travelling) |
| late availability: | Availability all August commencing from 4th August. Only €188 per person per week. |
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the amazing things you'll be doing
Discover one of Spain’s most pictureque yet unknown rural regions.
A traditional village cottage fully restored to offer comfortable accommodation in quiet and relaxing surroundings. Fully reconstructed and restored during late 2003 from an old ruined cottage, Casa Ametlet (Almond Tree Cottage) now offers the following self catering accommodation for up to 5 people over 4 floors.
We are located in the small traditional village of Quatretondeta, where time has stood still, in Valencia, in the north west of the Alicante province. The Valencia region is largely undiscovered due to the overwhelming predominance of the coastal tourism on the Costa Blanca and the reputation that it brings with it.
However, the area has much to offer, from walking & climbing to discovering the local history, participating in local fiestas, or just admiring the amazing scenery.
Walking and climbing: The classic limestone mountains here, although modest in height (up to 1558m), provide a wonderfully varied terrain for hikers/walkers. Also located in this area are some classic rock climbing venues which are quickly gaining a reputation amongst the rock climbing fraternity throughout the world. There is an impressive variety of scenery to admire along the way; rugged peaks to broad terraced valleys. First time visitors to the region often express surprise at the lack of other walkers, so the feeling of wilderness still prevails today although we are never very far from 'civilisation'.
Tradition and culture: Traditional villages and historic towns are dotted throughout the region. The whole area reflects its Moorish history, eight centuries of Arab occupation: old mule tracks, abandoned villages and ruined castles, as well as the curious neveras; ancient ice houses up to 30m deep where snow was stored to last through the summer. Numerous rock painting sites are amongst the many forgotten jewels of the region.
Nature and wildlife: During the spring wild flowers including many rare species and orchids abound. Bird life is plentiful with Golden eagles and other raptors often seen whilst walking and with luck Griffon vultures on their autumn migration. Late April and through June you will be hearing nightingales wherever you go, and if lucky catch sight of the illusive Golden Oriole.
Relaxation & festivals: The beauty of the countryside lends itself to relaxation, painting, photography and gentle exploration of the surrounding area and nearby villages. Or during July and August just laze by the village swimming pool with a cold beer close at hand. There are also a number of local fiestas and other events in the area, including Spain's oldest town fair featuring medieval and Moorish markets. Visitors are given a warm welcome, although you'll need a lot of stamina to enjoy the party atmosphere through the night!
Coastal region: And, of course, we are only 1 hour from the Mediterranean coast.
Ground floor entrance, from a narrow traffic free street, to diner / kitchen. The kitchen is equipped with an electric 4 ring hob and oven, fridge freezer, automatic washing machine and granite work tops. The first floor has a double bedroom with built in wardrobes, ensuite shower room looking out onto the narrow street. On the second floor is a twin bedded room with built in wardrobes and ensuite bathroom with views over the roof tops to the valley beyond. The third floor has a sun lounge with sun terrace with fantastic views over the village roof tops to the valley and mountains. Catches the sun from mid morning until sunset all year round.
The cottage is centrally heated throughout with electric night storage heating to ensure a cosy ambiance during the winter months and is fully insulated to ensure coolness through the hot summer months of July and August. Hot water is supplied mainly from a newly installed solar system.
It is traditionally and comfortably furnished throughout and painted in traditional colours of the region with locally produced fabrics providing comfortable self catering accommodation in the heart of Valencia.
By Air: Fly to Alicante. we are 48 miles to the north of Alicante. Detailed directions available on request.
A traditional village cottage fully restored to offer comfortable accommodation in quiet and relaxing surroundings. Fully reconstructed and restored during late 2003 from an old ruined cottage, Casa Ametlet (Almond Tree Cottage) now offers the following self catering accommodation for up to 5 people over 4 floors.
We are located in the small traditional village of Quatretondeta, where time has stood still, in Valencia, in the north west of the Alicante province. The Valencia region is largely undiscovered due to the overwhelming predominance of the coastal tourism on the Costa Blanca and the reputation that it brings with it.
However, the area has much to offer, from walking & climbing to discovering the local history, participating in local fiestas, or just admiring the amazing scenery.
special things to do and see here
Walking and climbing: The classic limestone mountains here, although modest in height (up to 1558m), provide a wonderfully varied terrain for hikers/walkers. Also located in this area are some classic rock climbing venues which are quickly gaining a reputation amongst the rock climbing fraternity throughout the world. There is an impressive variety of scenery to admire along the way; rugged peaks to broad terraced valleys. First time visitors to the region often express surprise at the lack of other walkers, so the feeling of wilderness still prevails today although we are never very far from 'civilisation'. Tradition and culture: Traditional villages and historic towns are dotted throughout the region. The whole area reflects its Moorish history, eight centuries of Arab occupation: old mule tracks, abandoned villages and ruined castles, as well as the curious neveras; ancient ice houses up to 30m deep where snow was stored to last through the summer. Numerous rock painting sites are amongst the many forgotten jewels of the region.
Nature and wildlife: During the spring wild flowers including many rare species and orchids abound. Bird life is plentiful with Golden eagles and other raptors often seen whilst walking and with luck Griffon vultures on their autumn migration. Late April and through June you will be hearing nightingales wherever you go, and if lucky catch sight of the illusive Golden Oriole.
Relaxation & festivals: The beauty of the countryside lends itself to relaxation, painting, photography and gentle exploration of the surrounding area and nearby villages. Or during July and August just laze by the village swimming pool with a cold beer close at hand. There are also a number of local fiestas and other events in the area, including Spain's oldest town fair featuring medieval and Moorish markets. Visitors are given a warm welcome, although you'll need a lot of stamina to enjoy the party atmosphere through the night! Coastal region: And, of course, we are only 1 hour from the Mediterranean coast.
facilities
Ground floor entrance, from a narrow traffic free street, to diner / kitchen. The kitchen is equipped with an electric 4 ring hob and oven, fridge freezer, automatic washing machine and granite work tops. The first floor has a double bedroom with built in wardrobes, ensuite shower room looking out onto the narrow street. On the second floor is a twin bedded room with built in wardrobes and ensuite bathroom with views over the roof tops to the valley beyond. The third floor has a sun lounge with sun terrace with fantastic views over the village roof tops to the valley and mountains. Catches the sun from mid morning until sunset all year round. The cottage is centrally heated throughout with electric night storage heating to ensure a cosy ambiance during the winter months and is fully insulated to ensure coolness through the hot summer months of July and August. Hot water is supplied mainly from a newly installed solar system. It is traditionally and comfortably furnished throughout and painted in traditional colours of the region with locally produced fabrics providing comfortable self catering accommodation in the heart of Valencia.
how to find us
By Car: The cottage is located in the village of Quatretondeta in the heart of the mountains of the Comunidad Valenciana. Located 30 miles inland from the Costa Blanca , 68 miles south of Valencia By Air: Fly to Alicante. we are 48 miles to the north of Alicante. Detailed directions available on request.
travellers' tales
The mountains, local environment and seeing an Eagle were the highlights. (more)
how this holiday makes a difference
 Our Valencia self catering accommodation was reconstructed during 2003/2004 from a totally ruined village cottage. It was rebuilt by local builders using traditional local materials and incorporating a high tech roof giving the maximum insulation. The heating system is a low energy system and all electrical systems have been installed to minimise consumption whilst maximising comfort. Solar panels have now been installed and will provide approx. 95% of the total hot water requirements for the cottage over the year. Local staff employed by us provide the servicing to this house. The cottage is located in a traditional mountain farming village. As in many parts of Europe farming is being marginalized and visitors to these villages bring a fresh source of livelihood. In keeping with our environmental policy all waste at our Valencia self catering accommodation is recycled. |
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