casa rural
cortijo "La Cubertilla"
La Cubertilla s/n
14815 Fuente-Tójar
Cordoba
Spain
At the end of a paved road lies between the olive groves cortijo "La Cubertilla". The road continues as a gravel path to the river. The white walled building of cortijo "La Cubertilla", stands out in the green mountainous surroundings. Walking through the gate you see a beautiful courtyard and a swimming pool with behind it a beautiful view of the mountains. We the owners and hosts Ron and William welcome you with open arms and are there for you if necessary.
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cortijo "La Cubertilla"
casa rural
After a long search, it led us to this perfect place in Andalusia. We Ron and William dreamed for years of a place where one could relax, have a home feeling, enjoy the scenery and recharge the battery. Somewhere where you can close completely, but are near other interesting places. And certainly not unimportant, it had to be warm, characteristic and atmospheric. That long wait was rewarded, because after years of searching we found an old cortijo with a large courtyard, whitewashed walls, beautiful authentic elements and that in a quiet, rural environment.
Inside the cortijo you can taste the typical Spanish atmosphere everywhere. The cortijo consists of 2x a 2-person apartment and a house for a maximum of 8 people. Furthermore, there is of course our own house. The Spanish atmosphere that you can taste outside is extended on the inside. Beautiful antique furniture and Spanish tiles.
Accommodation options
There are several options within our cortijo. In total we can accommodate 12 people.
Below you can take a look at the different options and find out what suits you best.
Our apartments and the house are unfortunately not suitable for the disabled and for wheelchairs due to stairs.
Casa de Familia
This house sleeps 8 people. The spacious living/dining room with a fully equipped kitchen is located on the ground floor, perfect for cooking and dining. All this is done in a characteristic, charming Spanish style. The first floor comprises four bedrooms and two spacious bathrooms, each with a beautiful shower, sink, and toilet. The master bedroom has its own balcony. The house is equipped with all necessary amenities, including a TV, air conditioning, and Wi-Fi. The thick walls provide excellent insulation for a cool night's sleep. A cot can be added to this room type. A washing machine is also available if needed.
Facilities:
There is a communal swimming pool measuring 8 x 4 meters with sunbeds, a parasol, and seating. Ample parking
Barbecue available
Crib and high chair available free of charge upon request
Bed linen change once per week
Towel change twice per week
Prices:
€950 per week (7 nights/8 days)
€1800 for two weeks (14 nights/15 days)
Single nights/extra nights from Monday to Thursday: €175 per night
Single nights/extra nights from Friday to Sunday: €200 per night
Minimum stay: 2 nights.
Appartement El Patio
This apartment is suitable for two people. Entrance is through a small hallway. There's a spacious living room and a kitchen in a characteristic, charming Spanish style. The kitchen is fully equipped for cooking. The apartment offers all the necessary comforts. There's a double bed with a comfortable mattress. The bathroom has a nice shower, sink, and toilet. A washing machine is available for use if needed. The apartment is equipped with all necessary amenities, including a TV and Wi-Fi. The thick walls provide good insulation for a cool night's sleep. A crib can be added to this room type. You also have a private patio for enjoying the outdoors.
Facilities:
Plenty of parking
Barbecue available
Crib and high chair available free of charge upon request
There is an 8 x 4 meter swimming pool with sunbeds, parasol, and seating for communal use
Bed linen change once per week
Towel change twice per week
Prices:
€500 per week (7 nights/8 days)
€950 for two weeks (14 nights/15 days)
Single nights/additional nights: €85 per night
Appartement El Balcón
This apartment is suitable for two people. It features a living room with a semi-open kitchen in a characteristic, charming Spanish style. The kitchen is fully equipped for cooking. The apartment offers all the necessary comforts. There are two single beds with comfortable mattresses. The bathroom has a nice shower, sink, toilet, and a washing machine. The apartment is equipped with all necessary amenities, including a TV, air conditioning, and Wi-Fi. The thick walls provide good insulation for a cool night's sleep. A baby cot can be added to this room type. You also have a private terrace for enjoying the outdoors.
Facilities:
Ample parking
Barbecue available
Baby cot and high chair free of charge upon request
There is an 8 x 4 meter swimming pool with sunbeds, a parasol, and seating for communal use.
Bed linen changed once per week
Towels changed twice per week
Prices:
€525 per week (7 nights/8 days)
€975 for two weeks (14 nights/15 days)
Individual nights/extra nights: €90 per night
Appartementen El Patio en El Balcón
Together, these apartments can accommodate four people. Living rooms feature a semi-open kitchen and a separate kitchen in a characteristic, charming Spanish style. The kitchens are fully equipped for cooking. The apartments offer all the necessary comforts. There is a double bed and two single beds with comfortable mattresses. The bathrooms have a nice shower, sink, toilet, and a washing machine. The apartments are equipped with all necessary amenities, including a TV, Wi-Fi, and air conditioning (air conditioning only in El Balcón), but the thick walls of El Patio provide good insulation for a cool night's sleep. A cot can be added to this room type. You also have a private patio and a private terrace in front of the door. The apartments can be connected by an internal staircase upon request.
Facilities:
Ample parking
Barbecue available
Crib and high chair available free of charge upon request
There is an 8 x 4 meter swimming pool with sunbeds, a parasol, and seating for communal use. Bed linen changed once per week
Towel/bath towel changed twice per week
Prices:
€900 per week (7 nights/8 days)
€1600 for two weeks (14 nights/15 days)
Individual nights/additional nights: €155 per night
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Important business :
Terms and Conditions:
Check in / check out: We check in and check out in consultation with the guests.
Check-in: Normally from 3 pm.
But if you let us know approximately what time we can expect you, we can take it into account in our planning. Perhaps you can pass on what time and where your plane lands or what time you think you will arrive. You may have to wait for your house if you arrive early in the day, but we do our best to have everything ready as soon as possible.
Check out: Normally between 09:00 and 11:00.
But if you have a late flight, please let us know at the beginning of your stay so that we can see if it is possible to arrange a late check out. Unfortunately this will not always be possible due to possible new guests, but we do our best.
Cancellation conditions:
In the event of a cancellation, the following conditions apply. We therefore recommend that you take out cancellation insurance that will save you costs in many cases.
A cancellation always takes place in writing via email. You will receive a confirmation of receipt from us within 24 hours. We note that a cancellation is only valid after our written confirmation.
Our cancellation conditions:
Refund up to 30 days before arrival: 50% of the total stay.
Reimbursement from 29 days to 15 days before arrival: 25% of the total stay.
Refund from 14 days to 0 days before arrival: no refund.
Terms of payment:
If you book more than 30 days before the arrival date, we will gladly reserve your house after an advance of 50% of the total amount. This can be done by bank transfer.
The remaining amount must then be transferred to our account in the same way no later than 30 days before arrival. If not, your reservation will automatically expire. In that case we will not refund the advance.
If you book within 30 days of the arrival date, the full amount must be paid for a binding booking.
Injury:
Damage to movable and/or immovable property of our apartments and house or other objects that have been made available to you will be charged to you on the spot with a separate invoice. You can also use this invoice for travel insurance.
If you have any questions you can contact us by mail cortijolacubertilla@gmail.com or by phone on +34 622895762 or +31 06 38049829
Fuente Tojar and surroundings
Fuente Tójar, Spain – Andalusia, home of La Cubertilla
Fuente Tójar may not be the place you first think of when you go on holiday in Andalusia, but due to its favorable location, close to the nature reserve la subbética and between the important cities, it is certainly a place from which you can go in all directions . It offers few amenities but there are two small supermarkets, a museum, a public swimming pool, several murals, three bars where you can eat and an ATM. In the summer there is also a bar/restaurant by the public swimming pool. Fuente Tójar is closest to the town of Priego de Córdoba, a baroque jewel, a town with many amenities for the region. Priego de Córdoba can be reached in less than 15 minutes from Fuente Tójar.
Priego de Córdoba
The capital of the Subbética region, it offers a fantastic location on a plateau overlooking the Subbética mountain range. Although Priego's history dates back more than 8,000 years, the city rose to prominence in the eighteenth century, when the wealth of the silk and textile industry financed the construction or remodeling of the baroque churches and buildings for which it is famous. Most of Priego's monuments are within walking distance of the old town, built on the edge of the plateau around the 13th century Moorish castle.
In Priego de Córdoba you have a beautiful historic district, Barrio de la Villa, and a baroque fountain Fuente del Rey.
The Barrio de la Villa district dates back to the time when the Moors lived here. It is the old center of Priego de Córdoba. Barrio de la Villa is partly walled and mainly consists of winding streets with whitewashed houses. This place is romance at its best! As a visitor, a walk through this originally Arab neighborhood is a journey of discovery of beautiful places. As far as we are concerned, the highlight is Balcón del Adarve. This arched street is located on the northeast side of the village. The height of 55 meters has created an unobstructed panoramic view of the surroundings of Priego de Córdoba.
Via the beautiful street Calle del Rio you can walk to the Fuente de la Salud and the Fuente del Rey. Along the way you will see a number of beautiful and sometimes stately Andalusian buildings. The two fountains date from the sixteenth and early twentieth centuries. The place where they are located is seen as one of the most beautiful places in Priego de Córdoba, especially because of the imposing Fuente del Rey. Some tourists even drive to Priego especially because of the fountains.
Jaén
Jaén is the capital of the province of the same name, in the Andalusia region, at an altitude of 573 m south of the river, the Guadalquivir. The town is located in the most important olive producing area in Spain. There is large-scale trade in and processing of olives. The city has declared itself the World Capital of Olive Oil, thanks to the large amount of olive groves in the province. The Provincial Museum is known for its archaeological finds and visual arts. There is also an ethnological museum. Numerous remains from the Moorish occupation period can still be seen in the city. There are parts of the old Moorish fortifications, a cistern and an old minaret at the church of Santa Magdalena (15th century), in mudéjar style, and baths from the 10th-11th century.
Jaen has, among other things, a very large cathedral and has spectacular natural parks and impressive cultural routes.
Discover the Subbética Cordobesa in the heart of Andalusia
The Sierras Subbéticas Natural Park is a nature reserve south of Córdoba, in the heart of Andalusia. It is a mountainous area with mountain ranges (for example the Sierra de Cabra with the highest point El Pichacho at 1217 meters), vast valleys, lakes, olive trees, almond trees, typical Mediterranean vegetation and many different animals. Surrounding the Sierras Subbéticas are the municipalities of Almedinilla, Benamejí, Cabra, Carcabuey, Doña Mencía, Encinas Reales, Fuente Tójar, Iznájar, Lucena, Luque, Palenciana, Priego de Córdoba, Rute and Zuheros. Together with the Natural Park, they form the tourist area “La Subbética Cordobesa”, the Subbética of Córdoba. An area rich in nature and culture. Here you can taste the real Andalusia with its relaxed lifestyle, delicious gastronomy, Moorish influences, etc.
Alcala la Real
The noble and loyal city of Alcalá la Real, as its title reads, is located in the south of the province of Jaén on the border with Cordoba and Granada, on a vast plain, dominated by the hill of La Mota, in the center of a mountainous area . The town extends at the foot of the famous castle of La Mota and its surrounding walls, which has been a national monument since 1931. A city with an Arab urban design, churches and architectural details, examples of the magnificence and rich historical past. Examples include the churches of Consolación, Santo Domingo, Nuestra Señora de las Angustias, San Juan Bautista, the Abbot's Palace, the Town Hall and the fountain of Pilar de los Álamos.
From the mirador (lookout) of San Juan Tadeo, in the Las Cruces district, you can enjoy a beautiful view of Alcala la Real and its castle.
Zuheros
One of the most beautiful white villages in Spain
The beautiful white village lies within the boundaries of the Parque Natural de Sierras Subbética. Zuheros is on the list of the Most Beautiful Villages in Spain, Los Pueblos mas Bonitos de España! In 2003 it was also declared a cultural heritage site. Zuheros is a small village with 900 inhabitants. It is beautifully situated on a slope with the 9th century palatial Moorish castle on top, which you can see from far and wide. Zuheros is one of those villages that has managed to keep the charm of another era through time. The narrow winding streets with whitewashed houses and yellow roofs run up the hill. The main agricultural activity of the village is olive growing. An olive oil cooperative is located on the edge of the village. The village is also known for its cheese factory Las Balanchares, with locally bred goats from the Sierras providing the milk for this internationally renowned product. Cheese can be purchased directly from the factory. You will also find stalactite caves that you can visit, the way there alone is worth it.
Additional information:
Location in relation to :
Cordoba is 84 km (about 1 hour drive)
Granada is 94 km away (about 1 hour drive)
Malaga is 151 km (about 1.5 hours drive)
Mortil (beach and sea) is 150 km away (about 1 hour and 45 minutes drive)
Seville is 204 km away (about 2 hours and 15 minutes drive)
Jaén is 41 km away (approximately 3/4 hour drive)
The nearest airport is Federico Garcia Lorca Granada-Jaen Airport, 46 km from the accommodation.
Additional information:
Hints :
For flights : www.vueling.com www.iberia.com www.ryanair.com www.easyjet.com
For cars : Malagacar, Rentalcars, Europacar, Hertz, Goldcar, Avis, Sunny cars, Firefly or Budget.
Tickets for Alhambra or Mezquita : Ticketguide, Andalusia.ticketbar, Mezuitqdecordoba.org or getyourguide
Additional information:
Sights :
Granada : Alhambra, Generalife, Cathedral, Capilla Real, El Bañuelo and the neighborhoods of El Albacaicin and Sacromonte
Cordoba: Mezquita, Alcázar de los Reyes Cristianos, Puerta del Puente and Puerta Romano, Torre de la Calahorra and the Juderia (Jewish Quarter)
Malaga : Alcazaba, Picasso Museum, Malaga Cathedral, Teatro Romano and Calle Marqués de Larios
Antequera : El Torcal (hiking routes between limestone formations)
Caminito del Rey : Koningspad (walking route through a gorge on a walking path built against the rock wall. Book well in advance). http://www.caminitodelrey.info
Iznajar : The town of Iznajar and the lake.
Activities and workshops
There are many possibilities, but please indicate this well in advance, otherwise you run the risk that it will no longer be possible.
Workshops from a minimum of 2 people
Mountain biking
Plenty of opportunities for mountain biking. There is a certified route 100 meters from our house (Fuente-Tójar ruta de los barrancos 13.42 kilometers – Moderate) and the Via Verde (see Fuente-Tojar and surroundings) is also nearby. There is the possibility to rent a mountain bike.
Rent mountain bikes
€ 18 1 day
€30 2 days
€ 120 1 week (no transport costs)
Transport costs € 25, but if the group consists of 6 people or more, transport to our accommodation is free. The mountain bikes come from Dona Mencia, 25 km from us.
To walk
There are plenty of opportunities for walking, both close by and further afield. For example, you can walk the Caminito del Rey. A beautiful trip on a path that hangs on the side of the mountain. You can book entrance tickets via https://caminitodelreymalaga.com/en/tickets/ (1.5 hours by car, 140 km) Furthermore, at Antiquera you have a beautiful walk through the limestone rocks, called "El Torcal", which is free and the way up by car alone is magnificent. (1.5 hours by car, 100 km). But it is also very nice to walk around here and since we live in the campo (outer area) you are immediately in nature as soon as you leave the cortijo. Some examples: Fuente Tójar-Cerro de la Cabeza-El Solvito-Fuente Tójar 12.43 kilometers – Moderate. Fuente-Tojar Ruta de los Barrancos 10.88 kilometers – Moderate
Excursion to the Cerro de las Cabezas, the museum and the village with a picnic (about 4 to 5 hours):
We first bring everyone to the village by car. In the village we go to see the murals. These all have something to do with Fuente-Tojar. Then we walk to the museum. In the museum we see the objects that were found in the area. From the village we walk to an old archaeological area (about 30 to 45 minutes walk). Here was a settlement of an Iberian-Roman city. In addition to the settlement, you have a very nice view of the surroundings here. From here we walk back to cortijo La Cubertilla (about 30 to 45 minutes walk). Of course a drink will not be forgotten and we will have a picnic (lunch) somewhere in a beautiful spot along the way.
Price : € 20 euro (All inclusive)
Price includes coffee/tea etc on terrace and including picnic.
Start time : 10.00/10.30 am
Breakfast
You have two options for this
Breakfast at the hosts' table
Breakfast at your accommodation
Time : between 07.00 and 10.00 am.
Breakfast at the hosts' table, starting time in consultation.
Breakfast at your accommodation, you specify a time in advance when you want to receive breakfast at your accommodation.
Price : € 6 per person.
Price is all inclusive, only if you want breakfast at your accommodation, you must make your own coffee and/or tea (Facilities and coffee and tea are available in your apartment or house).
Eating with the hosts
Start time : 6.30 pm to 7.00 pm (in consultation)
Price: depends on the menu of the day (prices will be around €15 per person).
Price includes meal and 2 drinks (beer, wine, or soda)
Every week there is a weekly menu in your accommodation. If you want to participate, you must indicate at least 2 days in advance that you want to participate in the table of the hosts, with how many people you participate and what you wish to drink.
Making a painting in acrylic pour painting / Dutch painting :
Time: from 10.30 to 15.30
Price: € 30 euros pp per day
Including all materials, a light lunch and drinks (coffee, tea or a soft drink).
You make a painting with diluted acrylic paint, gas burner, hair dryer, skewers, etc. The size in which you make the painting is 30 x 40 or 40 x 50.
Printing monotype :
Time: from 10.30 to 15.30
Price: € 25 euro pp per day.
Including all materials, a light lunch and drinks (coffee, tea or a soft drink).
You make a drawing with special neocolors on a transparent surface that is first sanded and pre-processed with an emulsion. The paper you are going to print on is soaked. You remove the paper from the water and pat the paper dry, but make sure it stays moist. Then we put everything together and press the drawing into it.
Painting on wood with oil or acrylic paint :
Time: from 10.30 to 15.30
Price: € 25 euro pp per day
Including all materials, a light lunch and drinks (coffee, tea or a soft drink).
You think of and draw what you want to paint on the wood. The wood consists of a cutting board. Then you make the same drawing with gesso on the wood, after which you paint it with oil paint or acrylic.
Painting bags with fabric paint:
Time: from 10.30 to 15.30
Price: € 30 euros pp per day
Including all materials, a light lunch and drinks (coffee, tea or a soft drink).
You think of and draw what you want to paint on your bag. Then you will paint this drawing with textile paint on the bag.
Making a painting in pop art style :
Time: from 10.30 to 15.30
Price: € 30 euros pp per day
Including all materials, a light lunch and drinks (coffee, tea or a soft drink).
You must provide a clear photo of yourself or someone else, a pet or a landscape by email 3 weeks before your workshop. A wide choice and it's up to you. In addition, you can optionally specify one to a maximum of 3 to 4 colors in which you want to carry out the work. The size in which you make the painting is 30 x 40 or 40 x 50. I will make sure that your photo is drawn on the canvas so that you can get started right away at the start of the workshop. On the day of the workshop you will paint with acrylic paint under supervision.
Painting holiday in Andalusia
William de Louw
Artist
Studio/Estudio William de Louw
14815 Fuente-Tojar, Cordoba, Spain
When
In consultation with each other (painting days start on Monday to Friday)
Where
Studio/Estudio William de Louw
cortijo La Cubertilla
La Cubertilla s/n, 14815 Fuente-Tojar
Cordoba, Spain
PRICE
Painting days including material (use of paint and brushes) € 250 per person
Lodging from €500 per room or apartment
For food (7x breakfast, lunch and dinner) € 250 per person
Price depends on room and participation in painting days
Painting holiday from a minimum of 2 people
For more information you can contact us, via the contact form below
Calendar and holidays
January 1: New Year's Day
January 5: Cabalgata de los Reyes Magos
January 6: Dia de los Reyes (Three Kings)
February 28: Dia de Andalucía (Day of Andalusia)
February / March: Carnival Variable
March/April: Jueves Santo (Maundy Thursday) Variable
March/April: Viernes Santo (Good Friday) Variable
March/April: Easter Variable
May 1: Fieste del trabajo (Labour Day)
June: Dia del Corpus Variable
Semana Cultural Final in July
August 15: La Asunción (Assumption of Mary)
August: Semana Joven Segunda Semana of August
October 7: Dia de la Virgen del Rosario Patrona del municipio
October 12: slide de la Hispanidad
November 1: Dia de Todos los Santos (All Saints' Day)
December 6: Dia de Constitución (Constitution Day)
December 8: La Inmaculada Concepción (Feast of the Immaculate Conception
December 25: Christmas
March 19 San Jose
This day was tradition in Fuente-Tójar, to eat with family and friends to the place called “La Zarzuela”, but since in 1974 the “Hermitage of San José” was built in the Cerro de la Mesa, this became the place to to celebrate this festival and to spend the day there, having a barbecue, visiting the saint and enjoying the views that this place offers us.
May 15 Feria Real de Ntro. Patron San Isidro Labrador
The Real Fair of Fuente-Tójar lasts four days, always including May 15 (Patron feast), and the rest of the days are variable, so that it always coincides with the weekend. During the fair we find a wide program of activities for all ages… cultural, musical, sports, etc… In this festival we find one of the most unique and ancient traditions of the province of Cordoba, the San Isidro dancers, numbering eight and dressed in printed skirts and colorful paper hats, dance on several occasions, to the accompaniment of guitars, castanets, tambourine and violin, before the image of San Isidro Labrador during the tour of the procession that takes place on May 15. This dance won the First National Prize of Ancient Dances in Madrid in the 1960s.
The 3rd weekend of June, Arts and crafts market
This market was set up by cortijo La Cubertilla i.c.w. a woman from the village. The mayor now wants to make it an annual event, because the 1st edition went very well. There is art, crafts, music etc. and this is all around the plaza de la Fuente in the village.
The 1st weekend of August, Fiesta de “La Cruz” de la Cubertilla.
This festival is celebrated the first weekend of August in a small scattered community. Visitors from different municipalities come here to the procession in honor of the Holy Cross, to enjoy the music of the orchestra. It is worth mentioning the race of the horses, a curious and striking activity that has been taking place for several years. This party is celebrated on the square at "La Cubertilla", so if you are a guest that weekend you can go there on foot, but you may also be bothered by the noise at night.
The 2nd weekend of August, Fiesta de “La Alcaparra”.
This unique festival is celebrated on the second weekend of August. This festival has been held since the late 1990s and came from the idea of friends, who made it a kind of tribute to all the emigrants who have been leaving Fuente-Tójar for years in search of work. This party was initially just a gathering of friends sharing a meal together. The neighbors were also involved, and so over the years it has gradually become one of the most visited festivals in the region. Years ago, the Cultural Gastronomic Association “Friends of the Caper” and its members, with the collaboration of the City Council, responsible for organizing such a party, created the peculiarity of preparing a meal for everyone on Saturday. The people who buy a ticket for a symbolic price get a mug and a plate. One can pick up the dish prepared that night and enjoy complimentary beer, sangria and soft drinks. Another unique part of this festival is the parade of “la borriquita del vino” that rides through the streets of the city, accompanied by a charanga that distributes trinkets and gifts to children.
Contact
La Cubertilla s/n
14815 Fuente-Tójar
Córdoba
Spanje
0031-6-38049829
0034-622895762