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| Aspirations Cave House Retreat (Villa) |
| Home: | 221 | | |
| Sleeps up to: | 16 (6 bedrooms) | | |
| Rates: | € 650 - € 1500 | Access: | |
| Nearest beach: | Playa de Calnegre: 2 | Notes: |
House-swap possible
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| Home description |
The Retreat consists of 3 beautifully restored ancient cave houses. The cave houses are spacious, calming, dry and warm with a constant all year round temperature of approx 18 degrees, cool in the summer, warm in the winter, and full of character with a unique ambience of tranquillity.
There is a one bedroomed cave sleeping 2 people, a 2 bedroomed cave sleeping 3, and a 3 bedroomed cave sleeping up to 7 people. There are also 3 double bed settees. Each cave has its own sitting room. They are simply decorated in traditional Spanish style.
To the front there is a lounge area of 60 square metres, an outside covered patio of 35sqm and a salt water swimming pool, all set amidst 20,000 square metres of olive grove. Also on offer at the Retreat is a range of therapeutic treatments(Including Aromatherapy, Reflexology, Massage, Reiki, Indian Head Massage, Thermo Auricular Therapy) which can be booked during your stay. Set in a wonderful idyllic, tranquil location on the Costa Calida, the Retreat offers the ideal environment for a relaxing holiday.
a view of a bedroom at Aspirations |
 large lounge / dining room |
large lounge / dining room |
cave bedroom |
| Photo gallery |
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| The Costa Calida/murcia region |
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The region of Murcia is situated in the south east coast of Spain, bordering Alicante in the north and Andalucia in the south and has over 200 kms of coastline and a superb climate boasting 320 days of sunshine per year. The three main cities in Murcia are Murcia City, Cartagena and Lorca.
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| Mazarron area |
The property is located on an olive farm 'finca' and Michael or Susan Cole will greet greet you when you arrive, answer your questions and help in anyway possible. The finca is in the village of Ramonete which has a medical centre, local shops and bars. 3 km away is the sunpoilt natural coastline, with the beautiful beaches of Puntas de Calnegre and Playa Calnegre. Only in July and August can holidaymakers be spotted. During the summer months the beaches have a chiringuito bar (beach bar).
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| How to get there |
| Nearest Travel Links |
| Airport: | Murcia 85 |
| Railway: | Lorca 40 |
Aspirations Cave House Retreat is located in the Costa Calida, south-east Spain in the picturesque, rural and coastal town of Ramonete. It is situated just off the N332 15 kms out from Mazarron towards Aguilas. The Retreat is nestled on a working olive finca, surrounded by olive trees, almond trees, orange trees and with panoramic views of the mountains, sea and coastline. The Retreat is within 3 kms of 5 famous beaches of Calnegre. The nearest airports are Alicante (approx 140 kms, 1 3/4 hours drive) and Murcia (approx 85 kms, 45 mins drive). The surrounding area offers lots of variety including secluded sandy beaches, 2 naturist beaches, mountain walks, local markets, golf. The coastline in this area is still unspoilt and only in July and August can holidaymakers be spotted.
Directions to the Retreat are available on booking.
A car is recommended as the area is rural.
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| Activities near Mazarron |
Great for:
Walking holidays
Cycling holidays
Rural / countryside retreats
A winter sun break
Beach or lakeside relaxation
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Sports:
There is a golf course within 30 mins drive
Water park nearby
Fishing nearby
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| Facilities |
| Luxuries: | Log fire, DVD Player |
| General: | TV, CD player |
| Standard: | Iron, Hair dryer, Toaster, Kettle |
| Utilities: | Clothes dryer, Washing machine, Cooker, Fridge, Freezer |
| Rooms: | Bedrooms (6), Bathrooms (3) |
| Furniture: | Sofabeds (3), Single beds (10), Double beds (1), Cots (1), Dining seating for 16, Lounge seating for 16, Sleeps maximum of 16 |
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| Outdoors: | Barbeque, Parking space, Private garden, Private outdoor swimming pool |
| Access: |
Secure parking
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Further details indoors:
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Further details outdoors:
Large outside area of 3,000 sqm
swimming pool (salt water),
parking,
seaviews,
loungers, cushions, covers,
garden furniture,
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| Further details |
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| Conditions |
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| Tariff |
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Prices listed are per property per week
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Quoted in |
Approx equivalent |
Approx equivalent |
Approx equivalent |
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Euro € |
British £ |
American $ |
Australian $ |
| October-November 2008 |
850 |
698 |
1078 |
1177 |
| 1-20 December 2008 |
650 |
534 |
825 |
900 |
| 20 Dec 2008 - 3 Jan 2009 |
1250 |
1027 |
1586 |
1731 |
| 4 Jan - 28 Feb 2009 |
650 |
534 |
825 |
900 |
| 1 Mar - 3 Apr 2009 |
650 |
534 |
825 |
900 |
| 4 - 18 April 2009 |
1250 |
1027 |
1586 |
1731 |
| 18 Apr - 31 May 2009 |
850 |
698 |
1078 |
1177 |
| June 2009 |
1250 |
1027 |
1586 |
1731 |
| July - August 2009 |
1500 |
1232 |
1903 |
2077 |
| September 2009 |
1250 |
1027 |
1586 |
1731 |
| October & November 2009 |
850 |
698 |
1078 |
1177 |
Note: Prices may be subject to change at the owner's discretion.
We ask our guests to help us maintain the high level of cleanliness when here, for all our customers.
Prices quoted are for rental of the retreat on a self catering basis and include all bed linen, gas for water heater and cooker, electricity and domestic water.
A welcome pack is supplied free of charge. If you would like to extend your welcome pack please let us know your requirements.
Weekend rates available start at 300 euros low season (2 nights); Weekend bookings not available during July and August. At Easter, Christmas and New Year weekend rate (2 nights) is 600 euros.
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| Guestbook |
This has been a wonderful break for both of us and a unique experience, never have we slept so deeply and so long as we have in the caves. We have both been touched by the kindness and generosity of both Michael and Susan and wish them well in the future.
Ruth and Frances. Scotland/France
A naturing haven that gently breathes tranquility and life into the mind body and soul. My heartfelt thanks for a wonderful experience.
Marie, Alcester England
An idealic setting where you cannot fail to relax. Excellent experience which has opened my eyes again. Thank you
Margaret, Redditch
A little piece of paradise topped with a warm welcome, we will return.
Stef and Lynne, Wirral
Thank you for a great time in this lovely summer paradise.
Dan and Anne-Marie, Denmark
Thank you for letting us rent this beautiful summer paradise, we enjoyed it very much. We will be back.
Gro, Norway
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| Availability notes |
Availability Arrival time: after 3 pm on day of arrival. Departure time: you will need to depart the Retreat by 11.00 am on day of departure. Changeover day is normally a Saturday during high season, but we can be flexible at other times of the year.
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| Contact owner |
Use of this form is restricted to genuine enquiries about renting this property.
Unsolicited commercial marketing is strictly prohibited.
This property has been advertised on the site since 28 January 2010.
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