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2 Bedroom Apartment in Vera
Las Tortugas Apartment, near Mojácar


Bedroom.......................2
Bathroom......................2
Sleeps...........................4

Rate (Euro)
€ 350 - € 975 per Week
Description:
Spacious Country House apartment. Peaceful location with great pool and views, just ten minutes from coast.
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Vacation Rental Description
Las Tortugas is a spacious country house of character, recently completely renovated to provide two spacious self-contained apartments, one per floor. It sits in a walled garden of 2500sq metres, with a 12 metre Pebbletec swimming pool and many metres of covered and uncovered terrace.  
The ground floor apartment has two large bedrooms with en-suite shower rooms, each with large walk-in showers, spacious sitting room, separate dining room, guest cloakroom, exceptionally well equipped kitchen and a large covered terrace with a dining table and chairs as well as sofas and easy chairs. This is the most used area - ideal for escaping the heat of the day and sheltered in winter. 
One of the bedrooms has 90cm twin beds which can be made up as a large doubles or as singles. Our bed linen is all 100% cotton and the towels large and fluffy. Pool/Beach towels and hairdryers are provided to save on luggage weight. 
The pool and surrounding terrace is shared with the occupants of the upstairs apartment which may also be available if you happen to have friends or family wishing to travel at the same time - contact us for more details. If you only need one apartment but would like to have your privacy we can guarantee not to let the upper apartment (if not already let) for a supplement of 50% of the rental. 
Las Tortugas is a quiet, chill-out destination so unless the whole property is let to members of the same group, children under 18 are not allowed, in the interest of peace for the other guests. 
It is close enough to the beaches to pop down for a day or a meal (10 minutes). That is if you can tear yourself away from the seductive peace: the most noise you will hear is the bells round the necks of the sheep and goats as the shepherd brings them round to graze within reach of the gates: a wonderful, almost biblical sight. There are great all-round views, particularly towards the Sierra Cabrera and Mojácar Pueblo to the south and the sea to the east at Garrucha. There is satellite tv, DVD player and lots of easy-reading material.  
The house is set in a 2500m2 walled and gated garden, with covered parking for 2 cars and further parking for several more.  
Las Tortugas is completely private, only two other houses being visible in the locality, a good 200metres away.  
A comprehensive welcome pack is included in the price and are also happy to do a shop for you prior to your arrival if you want to prepare a meal without shopping. 
Well behaved dogs and cats are welcome with prior written consent provided that they do NOT go on furniture or in the pool. They will revel in the freedom to run in complete safety in the countryside round the house, in pursuit of rabbits and even the odd fox. 
The popular, if rather challenging, Valle del Este Golf Course is just two minutes' drive away, with two restaurants (one a very good Indian, one an excellent Spanish Tapas bar/restaurant) and another bar. The comercial centre has a small supermarket for basic needs. 
The nearest beach is 7kms at Garrucha, with the beaches of Mojácar and Vera Playa a little further in each direction. Main shopping is available at Vera Town (5kms), Garrucha and Mojacar (14 kms). The beautiful unspoiled neaches of the Cabo de Gata Natural Park are half an hour or so away. The marine habitat around the coast is a protected area - the most important in the Med, and a great place for divers. 
For the more energetic there are Go-Karts and Garrucha and an Aqua Park at Vera Playa. 
 
JULY and AUGUST Las Tortugas is let only as a full house, sleeping up to 8 plus 2 children up to 12 - price is double that shown on the pricing chart. Contact us for more details about the whole house. 
 
LATE AVAILBILITY: Contact us for special offers in May and early June  
 
LONG WINTER LETS available at exceptional prices starting at €550 per month for lets of at least 6 weeks - contact us for details.
Facilities
  • Cable Satellite

  • Cleaning Service

  • Cooking Utensils

  • Dishwasher

  • DVD

  • Heating

  • Kitchen

  • Linen Service

  • Microwave

  • Open Fire

  • Amenity Parking

  • Private Pool

  • Refrigerator

  • Sterio

  • TV

  • Washer


  • WIFI internet connection available throughout house. Loads of reading material in English plus some French and Spanish Boules set - plenty of room to play


    Activities
  • Beach

  • Golf

  • Gym

  • Horse Riding

  • Restaurant

  • Sailing

  • Shopping

  • Tennis

  • Water Skiing

  • Water Sports


  • Go Karts. Aqua Park. Bowls. Padel Tennis. Spa. 
    Less than an hour to the stunning, unspoiled beaches of the Cabo de Gata Natural Park, including fabulous scuba-diving opportunities. 
    One and a half hour drive to the Western Theme Park at Mini Hollywood, Tabernas. Two hours to the Alhambra at Granada.

    Owner Location Comment
    Almeria is the eastern-most province of Andalucia and is the driest place in mainland Europe, making it not only a great holiday destination but also a wonderful place to spend the winter - indeed it is justifiably claimed that Mojácar, the main resort of the area, is the place the sun spends the winter.
    Unlike the other costas, Almeria has remained largely unspoiled and it is possible to drive out of any of the small seaside towns into the countryside and beautiful mountain scenery, in just five minutes. There is little traffic outside of August and the whole place is dedicated to chilling out in a rather low-key manner - if you are looking for lots of lively nightlife this is not for you. If on the other hand you are a golfer there are five courses to choose from all within an a short drive of any of the resorts. The mountainous hinterland is great walking country and a paradise for nature lovers and bird watchers.
    For the more energetic there is an Aqua Park, a Go Kart track, an Extreme Adventures venue, scuba diving, horse riding and bowls.
    Just a short drive down the coast brings you to the Natural Park of the Cabo de Gata with its wonderful unspoiled beaches.

    Travel Options
    • Nearest Airport : Almeria at 85 kilometers distance;
    • Nearest Train Station : Almeria at 90 kilometers distance
    • Nearest Town : Vera at 6 kilometers distance
    • Travel Info: Las Tortugas is within a five minute drive of junction 529 on the E 15 Motorway. This motorway is the one which passes directly alongside the airports at Almeria and Alicante. Although Almeria is the closest airport(Alicante being two hours away), there is much more choice of flights to Alicante from UK and they tend to be cheaper.
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    Rental Rates
    Price Table
     
    Season Rate
    from 8 Jan to 29 March 350
    from 30 March to 15 April 750
    from 16 April to 31 May 500
    from 1 June to 6 July 650
    from 18 December to 7 January 750
    from 7 July to 29 July 850
    from 30 July to 27 August 975
    from 28 August to 4 September 850
    from 5 September to 30 September 650
    from 1 October to 31 October 500
    from 1 November to 17 December 350
      Low Season Price: €350 per Week
      High Season Price: €975 per Week
         

    Prices are for up to 4 people. Non-refundable reservation deposit of 25%, minimum €250, via bank transfer. Sterling payments possible. Balance payable 4 weeks before arrival. In the event of cancellation after payment of balance any refund will depend on whether property is re-let. Security deposit of €300 or sterling equivalent payable in cash on arrival. July and August: only available as whole house - price is double the one apartment price shown. LONG WINTER LETS: Why not come and sample our wonderful winter climate? VERY SPECIAL PRICES for a single couple renting for one month or more: €700 for the first month, plus €15 for every night thereafter. It is also possible to ensure that you will have no neighbours in the other apartment during a long let by paying a premium of €100 a week.

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    Photos

    Las Tortugas

    Pool and terrace

    Ground floor sitting room

    Dining room

    Ground floor west bedroom

    Ground floor kitchen
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    Reviews
    10 Reviews of Property 11819 Vera

    Review 5736 :

    From: From Owners GuestBook

    Rating: 5 out of 5

    Review Submitted: 5/4/2011

    "We hebben 11 fantastische dagen gehad in het huis van Jane & Terry. We konden geen 1 min punt vinden, in tegendeel het huis was mooier en gezellige aangekleed dan wat je op de foto's kan zien. Alles was aanwezig en het ontvangst van de eigennaren was zeer prettig. Kortkom een echte aanrader.

    With two families, we have spend 11 wonderful days in the house of Jane & Terry. We could not find one thing which we did not like. In fact the house is much nicer then shown on the photos and the owners are very kind and helpful people who make you feel at home right away


    HS, Holland,

    Review 5735 :

    From: From Owners GuestBook

    Rating: 5 out of 5

    Review Submitted: 5/4/2011

    "Nous avons été particulièrement ravis de séjourner 2 semaines dans cette grande et jolie maison très bien équipée et très fonctionnelle. L'environnement est très calme et bien que la propriété soit isolée ce que nous souhaitions, golf, plages et courses sont à proximité. L'accueil des propriétaires Jane et Terry est charmant et nous serions très heureux de les retrouver une autre année."

    We were especially delighted with our stay in this pretty, spacious house which is very well equipped. The surroundings are very quiet and despite its isolation, everything we needed, golf, beaches, and shopping, are nearby. You get a charming welcome from Jane and Terry and we would be delighted to come again another year.
    DM, Paris

    Review 5734 :

    From: From Owners GuestBook

    Rating: 5 out of 5

    Review Submitted: 5/4/2011

    En plus de l'accueil chaleureux, convivial et avenant des propriétaires, vous trouverez dans cette hacienda un confort et une qualité de vie extraordinaire. Une sérénité et un calme à toute épreuve pour de vraies vacances en famille, entre amis ou en amoureux. Le cadre est magnifique, la maison superbe, les équipements nombreux, en parfait état et sophistiqués, les hôtes charmants, le silence magique, la vue quasi infinie et des activités à portée de voiture en 10 minutes. Notre séjour a été enchanteur, bénéfique et enivrant à la fois. Un grand merci à Jane et Terry pour leur goût, leur ouverture d'esprit, leurs efforts et leur gentillesse. A voir et à saisir absolument, sans faute : vous ne vous tromperez pas,

    As well as the warm, friendly and genial welcome from the owners, in this house you will find an extraordinary quality of life. Unfailing peace and tranquillity for great holidays for families, friends or lovers. The setting is magnificent, the house superb, the numerous equipment in perfect order, the owners charming, the silence magical, the view almost infinite and activities within a 10 minute drive. Our stay was enchanting, beneficial and inebriating all at once. A big thank you to Terry and Jane for their taste, their open mindedness, their efforts and their kindness. One not to be missed - you will not regret it.
    Jean-Luc and Sandrine

    Owners note. yes - they really did say all that!

    Review 5733 :

    From: From Owners GuestBook

    Rating: 5 out of 5

    Review Submitted: 5/4/2011

    "All of us miss Tortugas very much. We really spend wonderful and relaxing holidays ... there is some magic in this special house"
    Sonia & Friends, Italy

    Review 5732 :

    From: From Owners GuestBook

    Rating: 5 out of 5

    Review Submitted: 5/4/2011

    "Maison très bien équipée, très agréable à vivre avec beaucoup de surface !! Elle est très isolée (ce qui est parfait quand on recherche la tranquillité) et offre de beaux panoramas. Les propriétaires nous ont réservé un accueil chaleureux ; ils se sont montrés très attentionnés et soucieux de notre confort tout au long de notre séjour."

    Lovely, well equipped house, very pleasant to live in with lots of room. Its isolation makes it an ideal place if you are looking for peace and quiet, and there are beautiful views. We had a lovely warm welcome from the owners who made every effort to ensure that our stay was very comfortable.
    Severine B

    Review 5731 :

    From: From Owners GuestBook

    Rating: 5 out of 5

    Review Submitted: 5/4/2011

    Ein Traumhaus für Erholung pur! Inmitten der Natur findet sich das liebevoll eingerichtete und perfekt ausgestattete Ferienhaus. Man möchte es kaum verlassen,leider muss man ja auch mal einkaufen ;-) eine Oase der Stille, mit riesen Erholungswert für alle und Platz für große Familien zu einem entspannten Urlaub.

    The dream house for a perfect rest. ! A beautifully furnished and perfectly equipped holiday home in the middle of the country. We didn't want to leave it but occasionally you need to go to the shops! An oasis of calm with great recreational opportunities for everyone and plenty of space for a large family to enjoy a relaxed stay.
    Annette and Franz, Germany

    Review 5730 :

    From: From Owners GuestBook

    Rating: 5 out of 5

    Review Submitted: 5/4/2011

    Las tortugas, increible
    Llevamos más de 10 años alquilando casas para las vacaciones por distintos lugares españoles y esta ha sido la mejor casa que hemos alquilado con diferencia. No le falta un solo detalle, esta limpia y el trato de la dueña Jane es muy bueno. En resumen, si podemos repetiremos.

    We have been renting holiday homes all over Spain for the last ten years and is the best we have ever stayed in by far. Not the smallest detail is missing, it is clean and we were treated very well by the owner, Jane. To sum up, if we can do it again, we will.
    Juan Francisco

    Review 5728 :

    From: From Owners GuestBook

    Rating: 5 out of 5

    Review Submitted: 5/4/2011

    "We hebben 11 fantastische dagen gehad in het huis van Jane & Terry. We konden geen 1 min punt vinden, in tegendeel het huis was mooier en gezellige aangekleed dan wat je op de foto's kan zien. Alles was aanwezig en het ontvangst van de eigennaren was zeer prettig. Kortkom een echte aanrader.

    With two families, we have spend 11 wonderful days in the house of Jane & Terry. We could not find one thing which we did not like. In fact the house is much nicer then shown on the photos and the owners are very kind and helpful people who make you feel at home right away


    HS, Holland

    Review 5727 :

    From: From Owners GuestBook

    Rating: 5 out of 5

    Review Submitted: 5/4/2011

    The house is situated in a beautiful, secluded location perfect for a relaxing holiday, which is exactly what we had. On arrival we were welcomed by Jane and Terry who had brought us delicious home made bread and marmalade. The house was very clean, spacious and comfortable. We loved lounging outside by the pool and relaxing in the terrace in the evening and of course feeding the tortoises in the garden.
    Tom & Jo, UK

    Review 5726 :

    From: From Owners GuestBook

    Rating: 5 out of 5

    Review Submitted: 5/4/2011

    "Nous avons été particulièrement ravis de séjourner 2 semaines dans cette grande et jolie maison très bien équipée et très fonctionnelle. L'environnement est très calme et bien que la propriété soit isolée ce que nous souhaitions, golf, plages et courses sont à proximité. L'accueil des propriétaires Jane et Terry est charmant et nous serions très heureux de les retrouver une autre année."

    We were especially delighted with our stay in this pretty, spacious house which is very well equipped. The surroundings are very quiet and despite its isolation, everything we needed, golf, beaches, and shopping, are nearby. You get a charming welcome from Jane and Terry and we would be delighted to come again another year.
    DM, Paris

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    Jane and Terry with Kippy Who said retirement was dull?!

    Early retirement caused us to rethink our priorities in the late 1990s and we decided to move to the sun. We had a preference for France as we love the cuisine and the countryside in the southwest (and Jane speaks the language) but it was just not warm enough in winter, so 1999 found us house-hunting in Andalucía. We avoided all the built-up bits and fell in love with the area round Mojácar in eastern Almería, where we completely lost our hearts to a wonderful piece of land in the hills 30 minutes inland.
    It took nearly 2 years to get permission to build on this rural land and Terry cannot sit still for even four minute. Our small house in Mojácar did not need any work, so to keep him busy we bought a very large house in need of major updating, both inside and out. Four bedrooms, two kitchens, a complete re-plumb and rewire, swimming pool and covered terrace, not to mention a major overhaul of the garden, took us the best part of five years, but the Las Tortugas project was finally completed in 2006.
    Unfortunately our new house was still not ready, so we stayed at Las Tortugas, which we used to run as a B&B, until 2007. By then we had missed the peak of the market for selling it, but to be truthful the family love it so much, and we put so much of ourselves into it, that we are quite happy to keep it and let it for holidays.
    Jane has now mastered the language and we find that most of our peak holiday guests come from France and Spain although we are usually booked out during the half term breaks and other minor holidays with visitors from the UK. Everyone appreciates that we have been careful to leave the house as well equipped (particularly in the kitchens) as when we lived there ourselves.
    We are now busy with B&B in our new house in Bédar as well as looking after our guests at Las Tortugas.
    Retirement? You must be joking!!

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