Alpujarra (Granada)
Sierra Nevada
CÁDIAR
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Veteran car rally at the Alquería
Alquería de Morayma. Entrance
Workshop/Public salon
View from the Alquería
The
Alquería de Morayma is a small rural tourist
complex which reflects the very best of Apujarreño style and design.
Ideally
situated on the flanks of the Contraviesa hills close to the riverbank of
the Guadalfeo in the Granada Alpujarra, guests can enjoy wonderful views
of the high mountains in the nearby Sierra
Nevada National Park.
Nestling
in the center of recently re-forested farmland comprising organically
cultivated almonds, vines, figs, olives and various fruit trees - the Alquería
is an oasis of water and shade in the summer months. In the
nearby home farm there is excellent stabling, henhouses, a dovecote, and
delightful kitchen gardens.
Mariano Cruz, the manager, is deeply committed to the Alpujarra, it's people and their way of life. He hopes those who stay at the Alquería will leave with a greater understanding and appreciation of some of the traditions of life in the high mountain villages. All the buildings have been cleverly reconstructed in the old style and built on many different levels to create the asymmetry of a local village; and uniquely include a bodega (wine cellar), an ermita (old chapel) and a well stocked library.
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In it's second year the Alquería won the Junta de Andalucia's first prize
for innovation in rural tourism and is recommended in the Spanish national
newspaper EL Pais' Where to Stay list. Guardian 2004: http://www.guardian.co.uk/travel/2004/mar/27/hotels.guardiansaturdaytravelsection?page=4 Guardian
2005: http://www.guardian.co.uk/travel/2005/feb/20/spain.observerescapesection2?page=2 |
THE
ACCOMMODATION is
divided among 24 units (7 of which are self catering) and totals 48 places. All accommodation is centrally heated, has bathroom en suite,
telephone and television, and mountain views.
Prices
vary between 62 - 67 euros per double room or apartment, and up to 101 euros for a two bed roomed
apartment (and about 3 more euros in high season).
THE
RESTAURANT caters for two
dining rooms: one rustic, large and informal, with an open fireplace,
friendly bar and sunny terrace with stunning views of the mountains; the
second is smaller, more intimate and wonderfully decorated with antiques
and old paintings. The cuisine is a celebration of all things local; olive
oil, dried tomatoes, herbs, cheeses,
pulses, vegetables, fruit and nuts. The menu often includes the
thick stews, migas, charcuterie, and rice dishes for which the Alpujarra
is well known. The daily menu is 12,84 euros and a la carte between 12 -
18 euros. There is a well stocked wine cellar.
THE
ACTIVITIES:
In
summer enjoy the swimming pool, and in winter chat beside the fire in the
large dining room. Settle in the library, which has the largest collection
of books and local material in the area.
* COURSES: Throughout the year the Alquería is host to numerous courses and conferences which are held in a separate 'public hall' adjacent to the main buildings. Audio visual equipment and sound systems are available on request.
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AGRICULTURAL PRACTICES: In
season it is possible to see olives being milled, join in the grape
harvest, make sausages, and pick fruit.
Horse
riding- hacking/trekking can be arranged.
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HIKING: Walking
or bicycling (Guides are available): The surrounding countryside has well
marked routes for trekking or strolling to nearby villages and beauty
spots. The trans Europe route(GR7 section) and
GR-142 "Senda Alpujarra"passes through the grounds.
Alquería de Morayma
Open fire place in the bar
Lagar entrance to the wine pres at the Alquería
Swimming pool at the Alquería
AChess on the terrace at the Alquería
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