On a small organic farm above the coast of Asturias, El Pajar has been restored with exposed stone walls, high wooden beam ceilings, beautiful tiling and chestnut floors. Sunny and bright it is a great home away from home with a woodburning stove in the living room for enjoying cooler evenings. In quiet surroundings, just up from the coast, enjoy the rural setting.
El Pajar has been completely restored and is now an attractive, comfortable holiday home for 2. The cottage is all on one floor, furnished with a mix of antique and new pieces. It has an open-plan living/dining room with a new wood burning stove and the old bread oven still intact. The well-equipped corner kitchen is tiled in blue and white. The bedroom invites with its large double bed, en-suite bathroom and writing table.
There is a small terrace with a table and chairs at the entrance and to the side a garden area with more outdoor furniture. The vegetable garden is behind the cottage. The views from El Pajar are of the mountains and hillside villages just beyond the "horreo", the traditional Asturian grain barn on stilts.
Three more vacation homes are found on the place. Los Balagos (2) is next door and La Cumbre (2-6, with special rates for couples) is in front and our last renovation, El Balcon (2) is just up the hill. The owners, Spanish and American, live across the way to the back. Happily there is plenty of parking and space for everyone with separate garden areas for each house.
Spend time relaxing, reading and walking the old paths leading off the property to include the Camino de Santiago, a pilgrimage route or spend your days exploring the many beaches and villages along the coast. We are available to help with translations and reservations and are happy to include a few local tips.
Please enquire about our internet access should you need to connect.
Facilities for this holiday cottage in Luarca, North West
Property
Type:
Cottage
Nearest Airport:
Asturias Airport (OVD) - 30 mins
Nearest Port:
Cudillero - 16 kms
Nearest Bar/Pub:
Novellana - 6 kms
Nearest Restaurant:
Novellana - 6 kms
Nearest Beach:
San Pedro - 10 kms
Location Type:
Fishing Nearby, Horse Riding, Near the sea, Quiet, Rural/Village, Watersports
Bedrooms:
1 Double Bedroom. Spacious bedroom with en-suite bath and large double bed. A great place to sleep with quality cotton linens, plenty of storage space and light to read by. Baby cot and bedding available.
Bathrooms:
1 Bathroom. En-suite bathroom with a shower only. Brightly tiled in yellow and white with sunny windows, wooden floor and ceiling. Bath and beach towels provided.
Kitchen:
Hob, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Washing Machine, Iron. Well fitted corner kitchen with 4 gas rings and microwave oven. Tiled in blue and white with a smoke hood for cooking enthusiasts. Well-equipped.
General:
Real Fire, House Linen, Towels Provided, Internet Access. The wood stove and an additional heater are enough to stay warm here in this mild climate. Regional info, local tips and maps provided as well as a welcome pack to get you started.
Dining:
Seating for 4. Open plan living/dining rooom with exposed stone walls and ancient bread oven next to the wood burning stove and south facing windows offer a warm, cozy place you will want to come back to.
Entertainment:
Terrestrial TV, DVD, Radio, CD System, Board Games. Assortment of English and Spanish books available as well as wildlife guides and topographical maps. Some CDs and DVDs available.
Outside:
Terrace, Garden, BBQ, Parking, Garden Furniture. Walk on the old trails that lead from the property to include the famous "Camino de Santiago". Small terrace on front of house for dining and sitting out area off to the side. Veg garden behind.
Suitability:
Not Suitable For Wheelchairs, Sorry - No Pets Allowed, Smoking Allowed.
We prefer not to have small children (under 5) in the in July and August.
Local activities in and around Luarca, North West
Stay home and enjoy our peaceful setting or in just 10 minutes find yourself choosing a beach or a restaurant. In 20 minutes you can visit the fishing ports of Cudillero or Luarca, both offering a variety of places to eat and shop. Go inland and visit the more traditional areas where dairy farming is still a way of life. Throughout the summer every town has its festival dedicated to its patron saint with live bands, children's activities and competitions. Market days are not to be missed in certain towns and the flea market in Gijon and Oviedo on Sundays can be fun.
In the area, you'll find horseback riding, walking trails, wildlife viewing, hunting, fishing, Celtic ruins, museums, sightseeing, shopping, swimming, snorkeling, surfing, canoeing and kayaking. Boat tours leave out of Cudillero. We will help you make any arrangements.
The cities of Avilés, Oviedo and Gijon are all less than an hour away by car for nightlife, museums, cultural events and shopping. You may also take the train in.
Asturias has numerous natural parks all of which are worth a visit. Somiedo, Muniellos, Redes and Picos de Europa.
Brittany Ferries
Brittany Ferries will bring you from Plymouth to Santander. 2.5 hours away by car.
Easyjet will bring you to Asturias, Bilbao and Madrid from London Stansted for less than you think. They also now connect Madrid to Asturias with more than one flight a day. We are just 30 minutes from the Asturian airport.
GPS W 6º16'58", N 43º32'26" We are in Western Asturias between the fishing ports of Cudillero and Luarca. Full instructions on how to get here will be provided upon confirmation of reservation.
Rental rates for this cottage
Price Per Week
Quoted In
Approximately equivalent to
Euro
UK Pound
US Dollar
1 Oct - 31 Oct 2008
€315.00
£248.03
$493.58
1 Nov - 23 Dec 2008
€280.00
£220.47
$438.74
24 Dec - 6 Jan 2009
€350.00
£275.59
$548.43
7 Jan - 4 Apr 2009
€300.00
£236.22
$470.08
5 Apr - 12 Apr 2009
€350.00
£275.59
$548.43
13 Apr - 31 May 2009
€315.00
£248.03
$493.58
1 Jun - 30 Jun 2009
€350.00
£275.59
$548.43
1 Jul - 31 Jul 2009
€455.00
£358.27
$712.95
1 Aug - 31 Aug 2009
€525.00
£413.39
$822.64
1 Sep - 15 Sep 2009
€455.00
£358.27
$712.95
16 Sep - 30 Sep 2009
€385.00
£303.15
$603.27
1 Oct - 23 Dec 2009
€315.00
£248.03
$493.58
Rental Notes: Note that we live up a steep unpaved road which can present a challenge the first time up for those unaccustomed to mountain driving. Everyone seems to get used to it but if you can't manage there is space to leave your car at the bottom or along the way up and walk.
This property has 3 other vacation rentals sleeping 2,2 and 6 and can be rented in conjunction with El Pajar should you wish to vacation with a larger group or another couple. In July and August check-out time is 10:30 am and check-in is 4 pm. Please check with us if you need other arrangements. For short stays of 3 nights or more outside our high season please contact us.
A Welcome Pack is included in the price. It consists of wine, coffee, teas, bread, milk, sugar and eggs (when our chickens cooperate).
As of Jan 2006 you need a European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) to receive any necessary healthcare while in Spain. www.ehic.org.uk or 0845 605 0707.
This unit is situated in or next to other properties
should you wish to holiday with a larger group.
The additional units are:
La Cumbre (Sleeps 6) - Comfortably Restored Farmhouse in Coastal Asturias
El Pajar (Sleeps 2) - A Sunny Comfortable Cottage for Two
Los Balagos (Sleeps 3) - Country Cottage Overlooking the Asturian Coast
El Balcon (Sleeps 3) - Enjoy Stunning Ocean Views From Your Balcony
Guestbook
"We were bowled over by the beauty and peacefulness of the farm and the surroundings. So much care has been taken to make the place comfortable and attractive. El Pajar is very homely and well equipped. We really enjoyed a log fire every evening." - Claire and Ratnaprabha, April
"We were very impressed by the style and comfort of the Pajar, the friendliness of the welcome and the amount of information available. We will always remember our stay here with lovely thoughts of an idyllic place and setting." - Maureen and Tony, May
"We have had a wonderful week! The hospitality and local information provided was second to none. We enjoyed the garden, chickens, ducks and Mandrio and Lex (the dogs)! We found the best farmer's market in Grado for food and treats." - Jonny and Angela, Sept
"We had a lovely time in this beautiful mountain haven and really appreciated the care and thought that had gone into making this place so comfortable. I really enjoyed sitting on the step admiring the views to the music of cowbells and chickens. " - Anna and Matthew, July
"Another year another great stay! It is always dangerous to return to special places but it was another magical visit! " - Kadi, Adrien and Martha, Wisconsin 2008
"We greatly enjoyed our stay in El Pajar. The views are beautiful and you have done a great job restoring the place. We especially appreciated the well-equipped kitchen for trying our hand at some Spanish cuisine.
The wood stove was great on chilly evenings and the accomodation was totally comfortable. You are very thoughtful of your guests from the maps and directions you provide and the provisions you supply. For North Americans Asturias is an unknown gem and we would recommend it highly. " - Susan and Harold, Buffalo, USA
Availability of El Pajar
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and December each year.
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Owner joined site on:
28 January 2006
Property listed since:
15 February 2006
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