Marius and Marijke Monkau Tel: 0049 49 63 917672 or 0031 6 52 600 245
E-mail: casagarcialorca@hotmail.com
 "Raisin Day"  View from one of the bedrooms |
Casa Garcia Lorca is situated in the tranquil and beautiful village of El Borge, 60 minutes from Malaga's International Airport Pablo Ruiz Picasso. This traditional Andalucian village house is the ideal place for those who find it difficult to choose between rural Spain and the modern Costa del Sol. El Borge is a peaceful, uncrowded village, perfect for a relaxing holiday. But that doesn't mean that you are cut off from the other attractions of southern Spain! The beach is never far away; the coastal resort of Torre del Mar, only a 25 minutes drive, offers sandy beaches, nightlife and good fish restaurants. Malaga is great for shopping and a couple of hours by car take you to the legendary cities of Andalucia: Granada, Cordoba and Seville. The municipality of El Borge itself, popularly known as the "Raisin Capital", has the typical appearance of Axarquia villages; whitewashed houses covered with Moorish tiles, with splashes of colour provided by geraniums on window sills and balconies. It is worthwhile to wander round the narrow winding streets. They are cool, another heritage from the days of the Moors. The Arabic origin of the village is obvious from the original name, Al-Borj, but very little is actually known of the history of the municipality. What is known is that a community of Moors living under Christian rule resisted the occupation fiercely. The title of "Raisin Capital" was not given to El Borge for nothing. 40 percent of the land in the municipality is under production. Thus, the landscape is largely vineyards surrounded by holm oak trees, rockrose and broom. The main festivity in El Borge is held on September 24th, celebrated as "Raisin Day". Thousands of visitors flock to the village to drink the wines and taste the grapes. Other local specialities include two types of gazpacho, one made with broad beans and one with cucumber. The feast of the patron of the village, Saint Gabriel, is celebrated on Easter Saturday, Sunday and Monday, with processions and concerts. Accomodation and Facilities: A spacious, fully equipped kitchen with fridge, cooker, oven and washing machine A totally new bathroom with shower Two twin bedrooms (One of these has an extra bed. We've also got an extra baby bed for our youngest guests.) A living room with woodstove and T.V. A large, separate dining room At the back of the house there is a large, new terracotta tiled terrace and, on a higher level, a traditional Andalucian patio with panoramic views of the hills and vineyards. At the front of the house there is a smaller terrace which offers stunning views of the whole village and its surroundings. Children are welcome but pets are not allowed. Smoking is permitted and bed linen and towels are provided. El Borge's municipal swimming pool is new and comfortable. There is a lifeguard who watches over your children. From Casa Garcia Lorca it takes you only ten minutes to walk to the swimming pool. For reaching El Borge a car is essential. It can be parked within a two minutes walk from the house. Prices per week: Low season (Nov.- April): 250 € Mid season (May, June, Sept. and October): 300 € High season (July and August): 350 € If you are interested in booking Casa Garcia Lorca, please send us an e-mail and we will be happy to help you with reservations or any questions you may have! Enjoy your stay! Marius and Marijke Monkau, Kluse, Germany. |
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