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...is a beautifully renovated house originally built from the remains of the Vera Cruz Chapel, ruined in the 18th century, the oldest parts of the house dating back to the Moorish era.
...is located in a quiet pedestrian lane at the heart of the old town, Vejer's excellent restaurants and bars all just a short stroll from the front door.
...retains its big lofty rooms and generous common spaces, including the original galleried internal courtyard, offering an unrivalled sense of space. As well as a large shared terrace, two rooms have fabulous private terraces.
...is a guesthouse that is also available for exclusive use on a self-catering basis.
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We offer three suites, two of which have their own private terrace.
They have individual personalities, but much in common: big, comfortable and well-dressed beds; great showers; stereos with access to a library of CDs; plus fridges and facilities to prepare your own drinks or snacks at whatever hour -- and enjoy wherever you like, inside or out on one of the terraces.
The Luz suite has two bedrooms and a large bathroom and is ideal for families, including those with young children, or for friends travelling together who need separate beds.
The Hammock suite also has a double sofa bed.
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An impressive double-height room with stairs via a mezzanine level to the private terrace.
There is a large open-plan living and sleeping area, with separate bathroom.
The sofa is a standard-double sized sofa-bed and can comfortably accommodate 1 adult or 2 children.
Includes:
- king-size bed
- en-suite bathroom (with hairdryer)
- music stereo & CD library, iPod connector
- fridge, kettle, facilities for snacks
- beach towels and parasols
- free WiFi or guest laptop
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At the top of the house with commanding views across the old town to the countryside and mountains beyond, with a glimpse of the coast at Zahara de los Atunes and Morocco in the distance.
With lower beamed ceilings and a wood-burning stove, this is a room that feels cosy and yet bright and airy and benefits from a wonderfully spacious private terrace to relax on.
Includes:
- king-size bed
- open plan en-suite bathroom (with hairdryer)
- music stereo & CD library, iPod connector
- fridge, kettle, facilities for snacks
- beach towels and parasols
- free WiFi or guest laptop
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Luz is a bright and airy generous-sized double room with large en-suite bathroom that leads to an additional seating area and extra twin bedroom.
The main room features a large comfortable double bed while the second room has two full-sized singles.
The suite is well-equipped with:
- music stereo & CD library, iPod connector
- fridge, kettle, facilities for snacks
- hairdryer & heated towel rails
- beach towels & parasols
- free WiFi or guest laptop
Prices depend on the number of guests and whether one or both of the bedrooms are required.
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Hilltop Vejer de la Frontera is unique amongst the historic pueblos blancos of Andalucía in its proximity to miles and miles of unspoilt coastline. Highlights of the Costa de la Luz include the dune-backed sands of local El Palmar, cliff-top walks through the umbrella pines above Caños de Meca, the kite-surfing capital of Tarifa, and horse-riding through the surf below the Cape of Trafalgar.
The old-town of Vejer is a labyrinth of narrow cobbled streets between white-washed houses that are redolent of its Moorish past. Surrounded by natural parks and overlooking the hills of the Alcornocales, Vejer makes an ideal base to explore the beautiful and historic province of Cádiz, with Cádiz city, Jerez and Seville all easy day-trips. On clear days Morocco appears tantalisingly close across the Straits of Gibraltar.
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2012 room rates.high*low
Hammock139119
Woodburner139119
Luz (1 bedroom)115105
Luz (2 bedroom)159139
Whole houseclick for details
* 15 May - 30 Sep & Easter week (2 - 9 April)
Prices exclude 8% tax.
Single occupancy: deduct 10%
Extra bed (Hammock room): €30 per night
Booking deposit: 25% or cost of first night
Minimum stay 2 nights. One week minimum for whole house. Enquire about dates.
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We refund the deposit when we are able to refill the room or when we receive at least one month's notice. Short-notice cancellations (less than 48 hours) may incur full cost of stay. Travel insurance recommended.
Children welcome but the house has open staircases so ask if you are unsure about little ones.
We have a dog. Other pets by prior arrangement.
Smoking only on outdoor terraces, please.
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Click map to open in new window:
Driving directions to Vejer from:
Jerez airport
Gibraltar airport
Seville airport
Málaga airport
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Surrounded by beautiful countryside and natural parks and with the Atlantic coast nearby, Vejer de la Frontera is ideally situated for those who prefer active relaxation - by air, land or sea. Make your own enquiries via the links below, or ask us for more information.
Air:
Scenic flights and paraglidingLand:
Horseriding, birdwatching, and mountain bike hire; rock climbing in Bolonia; golf( Monteenmedio, Benalup, Sancti Petri); internationally renowned contemporary sculpture park, or how about learning Andalucian cuisine with Annie B?Sea:
Whale & dolphin watching; sea kayaking; surf lessons in El Palmar, or windsurfing and kite surfing; diving.< expand
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Airports:
Jerez (50 mins) direct with Ryanair
Gibraltar (1h15m) direct with Easyjet, Monarch, BA
Sevilla (1h30m) direct with Ryanair, Vueling, Iberia
Málaga (2h15m) many direct options
Car hire is recommended. These agents often have better deals than going direct:
Carjet and Holiday AutosNearest train station is San Fernando towards Cádiz.
There are limited bus services
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The draw This is by far the best small boutique hotel in the area. Opened in June, the centuries-old house has been lovingly restored, maintaining Moorish features and feel but with 21st century swish. With wooden doors, solid shutters, tiled floors, a gallaried internal courtyard and views of North Africa from the roof terrace, it has irresistible impact.
The drawbacks The shared breakfast table could be bigger - some people aren't designed for morning smalltalk.
The other guests All nationalities - and mainly couples.
The rooms Four, with individual design and layout. All have luxurious beds, huge showers, CD players and music library. Try Number 3, the "romance" room,which has a colonial-style lounge area, high ceilings and a gorgeous bedroom painted deep burgundy, with sexy lighting. Two rooms have their own private terrace.
The service Warm,easy-going and just right.
The food Breakfast only - but it is superb. There's a fridge, well stocked bar, and snack-making facilities in each room. Barbecues on the terrace are organised on request. There are dozens of restaurants in the old town. The best is El Jardin del Califa, serving mouth-watering Moroccan cuisine in an intimate garden illuminated by candlelight (booking essential).
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Step in off the cobbled alleyway and you find all the original architectural gems: the old stone steps, the ancient wooden doors, a 12th-century well and an open courtyard with cloistered walkways. The clean contemporary style, however, is distinctly 21st-century. You get candles on the stairs, loungers on the roof terrace, scatter cushions in the chill-out room, bold colours on the walls. The four blissful rooms are faultless. Two have private terraces with 20-mile views, one comes in opulent red, another has a woodburner. You'll find CDs and books everywhere, French windows open to the breeze, barbecues on the roof terrace in summer. There's Duna the dog and Remo the cat, too. Brilliant.
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It looks like a fashionista's fantasy but feels like a home. Two Britons, Tenette Ludlow and Nigel Anderson, took over the former chapel in 2005 and created an intelligent pastiche of the Andalusian look: restored tiling, polished wood doors, warm fabrics, black wrought-iron against a white backdrop.
Some rooms are more Moorish than others, but everything is understated and as comfortable as it is cool. Vejer has some good restaurants and you can drive in no time to Tarifa, the Costa's kite-surfing capital, or flamenco-crazed Jerez de la Frontera.
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Vejer de la Frontera
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