The Old School House - Beautifully renovated village school house
House with 3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 6, Garden
"The Old School House" is a beautifully renovated village schoolhouse, located amongst the rolling green hills of Asturias in northern Spain. Nestled in a tranquil small valley, above the very popular village of Espinaredo (Famed for rural architecture) "The Old School House" will provide a perfect and tranquil introduction to this often overlooked part of Espana.
Relax in the secluded 2 acre orchard, on the banks of your own crystal clear mountain river, or use the house as a perfect location for enviable holiday combinations such as: Mountain walking, white sandy beaches, bird watching, surfing, kayaking, fishing, mountain biking, or sightseeing in charming places such as Gijon, Oviedo, Picos De Europa, Covadonga etc. The area is full of rural charm, and is home to many historical pieces of architecture, not to mention an irresistible choice of restaurants, cider bars, cafes and chic shops(Gijon and Bilbao). All this is now easy to reach using Brittany Ferries, RyanAir or EasyJet.
This house has been beautifully renovated, and the superb quality of the furnishings reflect its exquisite surroundings. With 3 bedrooms, the property sleeps 4 to 6 people in comfort, although we prefer to let to 4 people. Full C/H, and radiators throughout, triple glazed windows, a spiral staircase, wooden and tiled floors and wooden shutters on all windows, the house is cosy and warm in any weather. The lounge/dining area is open plan with a gorgeous leather "L" shaped seating area in front of a ornamental stone fireplace.
The fully equipped kitchen area has all the day to day essentials that any aspiring cook could need, and with a weekly fresh produce market in the local village on Mondays, creating a feast of local fare should be the least of your worries!! 3 bedrooms are located at the top of the ornate spiral staircase, two doubles and one twin, all with lovely views, and the main bedroom with its own balcony. The house also has 2 shower rooms, one upstairs and one downstairs.
Just a stroll down the leafy lanes is the pretty village of Espinaredo, with some of the best preserved HORREOS or barns in Spain, the little bar also serves a very pleasant tapas. 5km beyond you will find the outstanding restaurant La Vega (Lo De Pelayo), situated on the left just before you meet the main Infiesto road. With its wonderful menu bristling with freshly caught and grilled local fish, venison or wild boar, this is a restaurant not to miss. Make sure you try the spider crab when in season!! An superb 3 course evening meal with drinks and coffee will cost you around 30 euros pp. 2 km further on lies the bustling local town of Infiesto, which offers everything from delicious home made pastries, to supermarkets, to kayak hire. The weekly farmers market takes place in the main square on Mondays. Infiesto has banks, a post office, a chemist, a police station, a petrol station, 2 train stations, plus a doctor, dentist etc.
Facilities for this holiday house in Oviedo, North West
Property
Type:
House
Nearest Airport:
Aviles/Asturias in Oviedo - 50 kms
Nearest Port:
Santander - 160 kms
Nearest Bar/Pub:
Meson Vizcares, Espinaredo - 3 kms
Nearest Restaurant:
La Vega (Lo De Pelayo), Infiesto - 7 kms
Nearest Beach:
Ribadesella - 20 kms
Nearest Golf Course:
Ribadesella - 20 kms
Nearest Ski Resort:
Picos - 50 kms
Location Type:
Fishing Nearby, Golfing, Horse Riding, Near the sea, Quiet, Riverside, Rural/Village
Bedrooms:
2 Double Bedrooms, 1 Twin Bedroom. Main bedroom has balcony overlooking gardens and valley, also has TV/DVD player. All rooms have shutters not curtains, and triple glazing. There are wardrobes in one double room, and the twin room.
Bathrooms:
2 Showers. Upstairs bathroom has shower, sink, toilet and bidet. Downstairs, shower, sink, shower.
Kitchen:
Cooker, Hob, Fridge, Iron. The kitchen is fully equiped for all types of cooking, and the fridge has a small freezer compartment too. There is also an extractor fan over the cooker. Kettle, toaster, coffee machine etc provided.
General:
Real Fire, Central Heating, House Linen, Towels Provided. Please note: The real fire is only available for use in the winter months, and only with the permission of the landlord. This is sadly due to insurance connotations, and previous misuse by guests.
Dining:
Seating for 6.
Entertainment:
DVD, Radio, CD System, Board Games. Please note that the property currently has no landline telephone connection, and that there is NO mobile phone signal in the valley. The signal starts at Espinaredo. PS2 console from October, 2007.
Outside:
Garden, BBQ, Parking, Balcony, Garden Furniture. The property has a delightful gently sloping garden/orchard of approx 2 acres, which leads down to a small bubbling mountain river. The garden has plenty of solar lights for summer evenings.
Suitability:
Children Welcome, Not Suitable For Wheelchairs, Not Suitable For Elderly, Sorry - No Pets Allowed, Sorry - No Smokers.
Smoking is only allowed on the balcony area upstairs and in the external areas outside the property. The house is strictly "no smoking".
Local activities in and around Oviedo, North West
Quad trekking: One of the most exciting ways to see Asturias. We use Jaire Aventura. They are superb, and very safety conscious. Quads cost approx 40 euros per hour, the 2hr trek is highly recommended. Jaire also provide canoes, bikes, buggies, horses and 4WD tours.
Skiing: Picos de Europa. Surfing: On one of many local beaches. Birdwatching: The hills are full of wonderful birds and condors. Canoeing: Ribadesella hosts a major world canoe championship every year. Football: Visit Sporting Gijon or Racing Santander of the Primera Liga. Mountain Walking: Locally and in the Picos De Europa. Pony Trekking. Mountain Biking: Bikes available to hire in many places inc. "The Valley of the Bears". Fishing. Museums: There are many including the Cider Museum at Nava, the Jurassic museum at Villaviciosa, and the highly recommended Railway museum in Gijon. Architecture: Asturias is renowned for a wealth of Pre Romanesque buildings, many located in Oviedo and Covadonga. Festivals: Most local towns have regular religious and cultural "fiestas" which offer a wonderful insight into the more traditional Spanish way of lifePlay golf in Asturias.
Play golf in Asturias: Club de golf de La Barganiza. Located 12 kilometres from Oviedo and 14 kilometres from Gijón, this course was inaugurated in 1982 and has since been redesigned and extended. Golf Municipal de Llanes: This club is located between the Cantabrian Sea and the Picos de Europa mountains, on a plateau with beautiful views, surrounded by stunning landscapes. It is a Scottish links-type course with autochthonous grass on the fairways mixed with other typical golf course species, and special grass on the greens. La Rasa de Berbes This club is located close to the coastal village of Berbes. It is in a beautiful spot with views of the majestic peaks of the Picos de Europa mountains.
More information
For more information on the area and things to do, visit -
Based in Arriondas, Jaire are an adventure/action based outward bound company, perfect for those who enjoy an active outdoor life. They specialise in canoe trips, quad trekking, kayaking, paintball, mountain walks and potholing. They are extemely professional and very safety conscious. They come highly recommended and can be found at C/Juan Carlos 1, 33540. Tel; 985 84 14 64.
A wonderful traditional Asturian restaurant specialising in all things local. Wild boar, Venison, Cod, Hake and Sea Bass, local chorizos, cheeses, Crab, Spider Crab, Fabadas of all kind. La Vega also has a good wine list list, plus a good selection of beers and spirits. The place is family run, and a warm welcome is always forthcoming. A 3 to 4 course evening meal should cost no more than about E25-E35 pp inc a couple of drinks and coffee. The Wild boar stew is delicious and highly commended when in season (Sept/Oct), and the Solo Millo is fantastic!! The restaurant is on the left side of the Espinaredo to Infiesto road 1/2 a kilometre before the T junction. To book call 985 71 03 25.
In 2008, the same season that Spain became European champions, Real Sporting were promoted to the Primera Liga. Real are the most local professional team to Infiesto. They have had brief periods in the top flight, even playing in the UEFA cup, but have this season exceeded all expectations by being promoted to the top flight. The crowds at the stadium, El Molinon, in Gijon are going to be very large and lively this season, but are most definately family orientated. Tickets cost approx 35 euros for adults and 10 euros for juniors. They can be bought on matchdays at the ground, El Molinon, usually Sunday pm, but they are also available, along with replica shirts and souvenirs, at the Boutique Del Real Sporting on C/San Antonio 13 in Gijon. Telephone number for the boutique is 985 35 04 69. Seats in the Tribuna Oeste are comfortable and have a good view of the whole pitch. A very pleasant way to spend an afternoon.
Nearest town is Infiesto(N634). Once in Infiesto, follow signs for Espinaredo. Pass thru Espinaredo centre, after 1 1/2 miles, turn left up slope following sign to Raicedo.House 1 1/2 miles on right.
Rental rates for this house
Price Per Week
Quoted In
Approximately equivalent to
UK Pound
Euro
US Dollar
14 Sep - 13 Dec 2008
£525.00
€661.50
$850.50
13 Dec - 10 Jan 2009
£795.00
€1001.70
$1287.90
10 Jan - 7 Mar 2009
£325.00
€409.50
$526.50
7 Mar - 27 Jun 2009
£525.00
€661.50
$850.50
27 Jun - 12 Sep 2009
£795.00
€1001.70
$1287.90
12 Sep - 10 Oct 2009
£525.00
€661.50
$850.50
10 Oct - 19 Dec 2009
£325.00
€409.50
$526.50
19 Dec - 9 Jan 2010
£795.00
€1001.70
$1287.90
Rental Notes: All rentals except by prior arrangement with the house owners, run from Saturday afternoon to the following Saturday morning (7 Nights).
Guests are requested not to arrive at the property earlier than 3pm on the first day of their stay, and they are kindly requested to vacate the house no later than 11am on their day of departure. This allows the house and contents to be cleaned and refreshed for the arrival of our next guests.
An arrival basket can be purchased in advance for £30. All items will be purchased locally on your day of arrival, and placed in the house and fridge for you to enjoy when you get there. The basket will contain bread, milk, eggs, cheese, local ham, wine, cider, onions, red/green peppers, tomatoes, cucumber, orange juice, tuna, local sausages, lettuce, apples, oranges, butter and jam. Veggie baskets will also be available. Ask for details!! Selected weeks MAY receive free baskets - See special offers.
Late offers for this House
Late Offer Specials:
Arrival Date
Departure Date
Nights
Price
Notes
22 November 2008
20 December 2008
28
£250
Any weeks booked sat-sat between now and 20th dec, available at £250pw for the house.
Guestbook
"Thank u so much. The house is fantastic and in a heavenly location. It was perfect for us to relax after our wedding, and somewhere we will certainly be going again. Views are spectacular and the scenery beautiful. The perfect honeymoon!! 10/08/06" - Ian Gaskell
"Had a super time. House and surrounds are really beautiful and peaceful, just what we were after. You have decked the house out beautifully!! Eagles, vultures and wild deer on the nearby hill too. We loved it and will be spreading the word. 10/08/06" - Emma Mongan
"We loved the house & river. Slept for 2 days on arrival. Adore the kitchen. Adore the garden. Books, DVDs etc nice touch. Sofas sooo comfy!! Saw 2 Pine Martens!! The area and house are a great find, and we would love to stay there again. 21/08/06" - Mary Cloake
"The house is lovely, we really enjoyed staying there. The boys loved playing in the stream and found some baby salamanders. It was wonderfully quiet and only the buzzards woke us mornings. Thanks for everything, it was a lovely two weeks well spent." - Helen Snaith, Southampton, 09/08/07
"A beautiful house in a beautiful location, many thanks. Thank you for your help with directions etc. Canoeing down the river Sella on Sunday was the fantastic highlight. Left the house as we found it, PERFECT!!" - Anne Cockcroft
"Lovely stay at the house. Peaceful and picturesque. House and furnishings all to very high standard. Espinaredo village a total delight. Quadding and canoeing both very spectacular and fun. Also enjoyed walking daily in local area, and a wonderful morning spent pony trekking. Shopping in Oviedo very therapeutic, and in total contrast to Asturias itself which is green, wild and dramatic and perfect for those with an adventurous spirit. Thank you very much." - Helen Heaton 25/08/09
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Owner joined site on:
26 April 2006
Property listed since:
26 April 2006
Holiday House in spain - North West - Asturias - Oviedo - Infiesto
