Cortijo Maria Camila Spain

Cortijo María Camila is a spacious Spanish farmstead that has been renovated in rustic-chic style to provide modern luxuries and comfort, while still maintaining its traditional Andalusian architecture and heritage.
The carefully planned interior design remains sympathetic to local custom and features many Spanish antiques and locally made, hand-crafted furnishings. Touches such as hand-stitched Suzani tapestries above the beds lend an atmosphere of elegance, while the many private indoor and outdoor lounges, terraces and pool maximize the relaxation potential and take full advantage of the surrounding views.
Being situated on a private hilltop, the grounds of the property slope away on three sides, revealing almond and olive groves and a beautiful onsite vineyard. Numerous private terraces and gardens surround the cortijo, where Mediterranean and exotic plants and trees blend harmoniously into the surrounding natural landscape. Peaceful, panoramic views of mountains surround the property, while the valley to the south opens wide to greet the Mediterranean Sea some 15 miles away.
At Cortijo María Camila, guests can while away the temperate days in total and sublime privacy, or call on a team of staff for full time or occasional pampering. Among the services on offer are a private chef and local concierge, daily housekeeping, on-site spa and beauty treatments, as well as various cultural and culinary outings or guided excursions in the adjacent mountain nature park.The region around Cortijo María Camila is known as La Axarquia, an ancient land rich not only with Moorish history, but Roman and Phonecian before that. It is a beautiful, largely mountainous region that nestles next to the Andalusian coast with a fertile agricultural production founded on grape (and wine!) production, olives, avocados and tropical fruits.
The local village is only 8-10 minutes away and not only provides all basic amenities but also marks the start of the Mudehar route, a string of Moorish white-washed villages distinguishable by Mudehar architecture that’s reflective of the region’s rich history. Nestled amongst the slopes of Maroma, the tallest peak in the region, you’ll find an excellent driving tour stretching some 25 km to Competa.
The cliffs and beaches around Nerja (about 40 km away) are among the most stunning of the southern coast, while Nerja itself is great for shopping and dining. Yet the nearest beaches, in Torre del Mar, are only about 25 km away and reachable within half an hour. Here you will also find the nearest golf course, while all along the coast one can find opportunities for water sports and fishing.
Malaga, at 50 km (within an hour), offers a surprising level of sophistication and culture, cosmopolitan street life, dining and shopping. The old Moorish Alcazaba, the bustling port development known as Muelle Uno, the cathedral and the botanical garden are some of the highlights and are well worth exploring. Malaga also has the nearest airport and is also accessible within one hour. Granada and the famous Alhambra are accessible for a day trip at 100 km (within 1.5 hours), as are the ancient Cordoba Mosque (170 km, within 2 hours) and the wonders of Seville (220 km, 2.5 – 3 hours).
The ski season in the Sierra Nevada mountains (the second highest range in Europe) above Granada is a long one, usually running from November into May, and at less than 1.5 hours drive makes for an easy and delightfully different day trip.Every visit to Cortijo María Camila includes welcome tapas and wine tasting on arrival, but a full range of culinary services are on offer for those who who want to want to leave the cooking behind on their holiday! The private chef offers individual meals or full week-long catering to include breakfast plus lunch or dinner each day, comprised of gourmet-quality food based on traditional Andalusian dishes with a contemporary twist.
For individual meals the private chef charges a €100 fee for the day, plus a menu price per person. The menu price for a gourmet four course meal is €45 per person, while a full six course tasting menu costs €79 per person. Full catering runs at a price of €350 service fee plus €350 p/p per week, there are no additional groceries fees. Wine is not included, but the service does include a shopping throughout the week for next day delivery.
In addition to this, a number of culinary experiences are available, including a guided visit to the famous covered food market in Malaga, followed by a paella cooking course and lunch (€100pp, or €35pp for just the paella course), wine tastings at local bodegas, tapas tours and much more. Please enquire for full details and further pricing!
The “fully hosted” package includes the above mentioned catering service along with four hours of daily housekeeping and concierge, plus luxurious bath products and other touches that raise the bar on your stay. Also available are spa and beauty treatments – for example, massage at €60/hour and aromatherapy at a similar price depending on the treatment, manicure and pedicure from €25-€35, and even hair and non-surgical face lift treatments. Many more services are available – just enquire for whatever your fancy!
A licensed trail guide is on hand for forays into the adjacent mountain nature park, while horseback riding, yachting and many other experiences are also easily arranged.