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Fab modern peaceful garden apartment in natural park -Sea views -Lovely terraces

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Front garden to Casa M
Open plan living/dining
Kitchen / dining / salon
Bedroom 1
Garden view towards sea

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedroomsSleeps 480 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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  • Playa de Caños de Meca
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Playa de Zahora
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Playa de El Palmar
    ‪15 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds and 1 Crib

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Fab modern peaceful garden apartment in natural park -Sea views -Lovely terraces

Situated in an idyllic hamlet within the magical pine forest of La Brena behind the village of Los Canos de Meca, the views lead through the verdant landscape to the sea and the historic lighthouse of Trafalgar. Casa Margareta offers a very special experience.The tranquility of its natural surroundings makes it a great choice for that relaxing 'get away from it all' holiday, yet the summer 'buzz' of the beach is just 5 mins away. The living space is open plan and boasts a glass wall of four doors opening onto a large, shady patio, filling it with light and allowing the outside-in.The garden terrace made of rustic railway sleepers is great for sunbathing and the perfect place to sip those sundowners. Chill for sure, but we are also ideally located for an incredible variety of activities, culture and adventure.How about walking,horse riding or cycling in the forest; a day out to one of the many famous historical Andalusia villages/towns nearby; or a simple stroll down to Canos beach to take in the sublime view to Morocco across the water


Casa Margareta is unusual in the area, in that it offers the best in contemporary design, modern facilities and comfort in genuinely Arcadian surroundings. This Mediterranean Modern apartment is fueled by solar power, inspired by Corbusier and much cared for by its owner.The large airy open plan living/dining/kitchen area is stylishly furnished with a mix of the modern, vintage and ethnic,.This opens onto the shady covered terrace with a wooden table and 4 chairs for outside dining, and a fabulous L shaped outdoor sofa for relaxing. There are lovely views to the pebble garden, the rural landscape and the sea beyond. The underfloor heating provided by solar panels ensures total comfort in winter and on chillier days and can be purchased separately for cash.

The garden is very special.and one of the highlights of staying at Casa Margareta. It has been imaginatively landscaped with different sized pebbles, wooden posts and Mediterranean architectural planting. A large palm tree is the focus in one corner, leading the eye down towards the sea in the distance. All the neighbouring houses have large,rural gardens too, and so do not impinge on each other in any way. The surroundings are very green at all times of year , the pine forest always an inspiration, the bird and animal life always vital ( including cows with tinkling bells, allowed to roam the forest in the winter), and the light of the Costa de la Luz always happily reminding us of where we are - somewhere very exceptional.


Property manager

Miriam Reik
Premier Host

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Ocean view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Outside. Not inside the apartment.
No loud noise or music after midnight
As explained in Rooms and Spaces, we have very comfortable underfloor heating which can be available for €13 a night, cash on arrival.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses solar energy
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Los Canos de Meca

Located in Barbate, this apartment is in a rural area and near the beach. Meca Tower and Torre del Tajo are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Puerto de Conil and Montenmedio Golf and Country Club. Scuba diving and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and ecotours nearby.
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What's nearby

  • Playa de Caños de Meca - 3 min drive - 1.1 km
  • Playa Faro de Trafalgar - 4 min drive - 1.1 km
  • Cape Trafalgar - 7 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Playa de Zahora - 10 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Playa de El Palmar - 15 min drive - 6.1 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Las Dunas - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante la Breña - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Cafeteria minigolf - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Jaima - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Sajorami Beach - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Fab modern peaceful garden apartment in natural park -Sea views -Lovely terraces pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Fab modern peaceful garden apartment in natural park -Sea views -Lovely terraces?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Fab modern peaceful garden apartment in natural park -Sea views -Lovely terraces?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Fab modern peaceful garden apartment in natural park -Sea views -Lovely terraces located?

Situated by the sea, this apartment building is within 2 miles (3 km) of Meca Tower, Playa La Mangueta and Playa de La Fontanilla. Playa de Caños de Meca and Cape Trafalgar are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

nikolaij w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely top!
Had a great time in Miriams beautiful Apartment. Great location, perfect apartment and a really lovely Landlord. Thank you Miriam.
Stayed 12 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marianne K.

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Schöne Oase
Die Erdgeschoss-Wohnung dieses schönen Hauses liegt traumhaft ruhig und hat alles was man für einen Aufenthalt benötigt. Im Koch- und Wohnbereich ist alles vorhanden und die zwei ruhigen Schlafzimmer sind stilvoll eingerichtet. Die Terrasse ist großzügig gestaltet. Wir haben die Zeit sehr genossen.
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Gillian M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy
DISAPPPOINTING
Sadly, we were very disappointed with our stay. The house looks good in the photos, the owner being a professional photographer, however the comfort levels were basic, and furniture had seen better days. There was a washing machine. However, there was no clothes line or clothes horse available to dry clothes. You should be aware that the wc facilities are incapable of dealing with toilet paper. There is no bin collection service so you will have to bag and dispose of used toilet paper. The nearest bins are about 2km away. Take care when sitting on the garden furniture. The outside dining chairs were wooden and flimsy, and when my husband sat down on one for the first time, it collapsed under him damaging his back and neck. Overall it is the worst place we have ever stayed.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

John M.

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Return Visit
This was our third stay here and hopefully not our last.
Stayed 11 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Guindilla p.

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Maravilloso
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Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas K.

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nice place for wonderful vacation
Wir haben die Ferienwohnung geliebt, besonders der schön angelegte Außenbereich hat es uns angetan. Die Lage ist sehr ruhig. Das Haus ist gut eingerichtet und bietet alles um ein paar schöne Tage dort zu verbringen. Der Stand ist zwar etwas weiter weg und wir haben dafür meist das Auto genutzt, aber die Ruhe die einem dieser schöne Ort bietet, ist fantastisch.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Serge-André L.

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Quiétude et confort
La maison librement inspirée de l’architecture de Le Corbusier est agréable à vivre. La grande pièce qui fait salon, salle à manger et cuisine est largement ouverte sur la terrasse ce qui donne l’impression de toujours vivre au contact de la nature environnante. Toutefois, il est faux de prétendre comme le dit le texte qui présente la villa Margarita qu’on a une vue sur la mer : la vue se limite au jardin devant la maison et est obstruée par les maisons voisines. Pour voir le phare de Trafalgar et la mer, il faut monter sur le toit de la maison. Le jardin avec sa terrasse couverte est un bel endroit pour flâner, prendre l’apéro et déjeuner. La terrasse est toujours à l’abri du soleil ce qui en fait un endroit idéal. Nous en avons bien profité et les deux chattes omniprésentes sont charmantes La cuisine est bien équipée mais nous avons rapidement découvert qu’il y avait un manque de nettoyage évident du côté de la vaisselle&casseroles qui nous avons dû relaver au complet. La maison est super calme et nul bruit n’est venu perturber notre sommeil. Le chemin forestier de 2km pour se rendre à la villa est parsemée de nombreux trous, il faut y rouler lentement. Mais nous avons passé un excellent séjour ici et la région mérite bien d’être explorée. L’accueil est sympathique et apprécié.
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katja v.

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Erholung pur
Wir hatten wunderbare Tage in Miriams Apartment mit tollem Frühlingswetter, so dass wir den schönen Garten und die Liegen nach unseren Wanderungen zur Küste und durch den Pinienwald oft genießen konnten. Kater und Katze des Hauses haben uns hierbei oft liebevoll Gesellschaft geleistet. Empfangen wurden wir von der sehr netten und aufgeschlossenen Hausmanagerin Brigitte, die in der Nähe wohnt und immer ansprechbar gewesen wäre. Da in der Wohnung aber alles tip top in Ordnung war, mussten wir ihre Hilfe nicht in Anspruch nehmen. Unser Bett war super, das Meer in der Ferne konnten wir nachts leise rauschen hören. Danke Miriam und Brigitte für die fünf Tage in eurem kleinen Paradies. Wir kommen sehr gerne wieder.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine S., Ireland

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A refuge of peace
We stayed for 15 nights mid winter and loved the place. It is right on the boundary of the magical La Brena Forest and close to the sea. The sound of the sea is audible all the time despite the lovely bird-song present. The house/appartment has a tranquil feel to it and is beautifully decorated in a personal style giving a sense of an artistic owner.The underfloor heating was essential as we stayed in early January. The place was a comfortable temperature day and night. The garden is full of exotic Mediterranean plants and cacti and has ample little places for sitting in shade or sun. The location is unique and the experience was similar.- quiet, peaceful and restful. If you have the pleasure of meeting the "host" it will add to the experience of a welcoming place to spend time. One thing I would have liked was better lighting in the kitchen area. We would have booked for longer had we known how special the place is. Gratitude for creating this space! Catherine and Eugene
Stayed 15 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marcus H.

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Ein Traum!
Perfekt!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anke Linda S., Hamburg, Germany

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Schönes Haus in herrlicher Lage
Wir hatten eine tolle Zeit hier. Das nette Örtchen mit leckeren Restaurants ist nicht weit entfernt. Wir mochten den Strand links vom Leuchtturm besonders. Direkt vom Haus aus lassen sich schöne Wanderungen machen durch den Pienenwald mit herrlichen Ausblicken. Das Haus bietet alles was man braucht und auch bei Regen sitzt man geschützt und kuschelig auf der überdachten Terrasse und blickt in den schönen Garten. Gerne immer wieder!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Maria Dolores d.

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Un lugar muy agradable. Tranquilo en plena naturaleza.
Todo bien. Brigitte nos atendió muy bien. Renovaría los 3 colchones por unos más confortables..
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie N.

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Frühsommerurlaub im März
Wir haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt und alles war wie beschrieben. Vor allem die Lage der Wohnung mitten im Naturschutzgebiet ist ein Traum. Besonders die tolle Terasse mit der Lounge-Couch hat es uns angetan. Die Kontaktfrau vor Ort hat sich hervorragend um alles gekümmert und war in allen Belangen außerordentlich hilfsbereit und sehr nett.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

William M.

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Los Canos
Los Canos de Meca, as we found out, is a surfers' paradise on the Atlantic coast of Spain. After 3 weeks on the Costa del Sol and a week hiking in the Sierra de Grazalema, this was a very interesting change. The overall vibe of the area is very relaxed and due to the time of the year (February) it was not busy which was a plus, but on the downside, there were few restaurants open. The weather was very predictable - sunny most days and temperatures in the upper teens and low twenties. The town itself is a bit run down but it is very convenient as a base from which to explore the area. Tarifa is 40 minutes drive and from there one can easily get to Tangiers, Gibraltar is 90 minutes, and Cadiz, one of the most beautiful cities in Spain is 40 minutes. There are plenty of Roman ruins in the area including Bolonia, Ubrique and right in Canos itself. Our accomodation was removed from the town itself but still within earshot of the surf and was in a small enclave. We rented a two bedroom apartment on the ground floor of a two story house. The upstairs is occasionally occupied by the owner and otherwise is not rented. The front of the house looks out on a quiet garden and faces west for the afternoon sun. The inside is reached through French doors that lead directly to the kitchen and living room with the two bedrooms and bathroom to the right. The kitchen, which we used extensively, was convenient and included a clothes washer, although no dishwasher. We really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 16 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katrien F.

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Fin d'année dans un endroit magique
. Un très bel aménagement dans un endroit magique. Nous y avons passé un excellent séjour à 4. Merci à Miriam et Brigitte pour sa gentillesse.
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

JUAN CARLOS P.

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Oasis de tranquilidad
Casa muy acogedora cerca de Zahora y Caños de Meca. La casa es muy cómoda teniendo como única pega que la conexión wifi no funciona en toda la casa, solo en algunas áreas.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Eva A.

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Muy agradable
La terraza increíble.A mejorar una cama más grande, la q hay en la habitación d matrimonio es d 1,35cm. También para el calor , sería conveniente aire acondicionado, aunque hay dos ventiladores portátiles. Lo hemos pasado muy bien, fuimos 4 adultos y la casa está bien y es fiel a las giros publicadas. Gracias a Miriam.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Holger B.

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Schöne Ferienwohnung in ruhiger Lage
Wir haben uns in der Casa Margareta sehr wohl gefühlt. Die Ferienwohnung ist mit modernen Ikea-Möbeln eingerichtet, der Garten ist wunderschön. Meerblick ist allerdings durch die in den letzten Jahren üppig wachsende Vegetation nicht mehr vom Grundstück aus vorhanden. Das hat uns aber nicht gestört. Die Betreuung vor Ort durch Brigitte war nett und unkompliziert. Sie hat sich auch um die zwei frei herumlaufenden Katzen in Abwesenheit der Vermieterin gekümmert. Wir können die Ferienwohnung von Miriam nur empfehlen, vor allem, wenn man ruhig, in schöner Umgebung und abseits vom Trubel unterkommen möchte.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Achim B.

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Tolle Unterkunft, bedingt familientauglich
Alles war wie beschrieben und wirklich sehr schön. Was ich erst zu spät entdeckt hatte war, dass die in der Winterzeit nützliche Heizung noch einmal extra kostet. Unsere Kinder sind immer früh wach und wirklich nicht die leisesten. Deshalb werden wir in Zukunft darauf achten, dass wir ein eigenes Häuschen haben, wo der Vermieter nicht eine Etage darüber wohnt. Dann ist es auch egal, wenn alles etwa hellhöriger ist…. Miriam hat die Wohnung wirklich wunderschön ausgestattet. Nachdem leider am ersten Tag schon ein wertvolles Stück kaputtgegangen ist, haben wir erst einmal alles weggeräumt, was unsere Kids sonst noch zerstören könnten. Die Länge des Wegs durch den Wald Richtung Meer sollte man mit Familie nicht unterschätzen. Ansonsten ist die Wohnung echt ein Traum, toll ausgestattet und zu empfehlen. Man kann tolle Wanderungen im Zauberwald mit tollen Aussichten machen. Sehr empfehlenswert.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marianne N.

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Schöne Ferienwohnung mit großer Terrasse und Garten
Moderne, helle Wohnung, mit allem ausgestattet was man braucht. Die Betreuung war sehr gut und wir haben uns wohl gefühlt.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Stefan R.

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Idylle im Parque de la Breña
Wir haben eine wunderbare und erholsame Woche in der Casa Margaretha verbracht. Die Lage ist etwas abgelegen und man hat den Luxus, zunächst knapp zwei Kilometer über einen etwas holprigen Sandweg durch den wunderschönen Pinien Naturpark zu fahren. Das Appartement befindet sich im Parterre eines modernen Hauses mit puristischer Architektur, ist großzügig, hochwertig und sehr geschmackvoll eingerichtet. Eine Seltenheit in Andalusien. Im Garten und auf der überdachten Terrasse findet man immer ein sonniges oder schattiges Plätzchen - je nach Tages- und Jahreszeit - mit schönem Ausblick in die Natur. Wir haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt und bedanken uns bei Miriam und Ihrer herzlichen Managerin Brigitte.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

dr. carsten h.

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Andalusien entspannt
Sehr schöne Lage, insbesondere für spanische Verhältnisse sehr gepflegte Unterkunft, ganz wunderbare Umgebung
Stayed 12 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

severino S., Oleiros

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Muy buena zona para quedarse en una estupenda casa
La casa es muy bonita y funcional para unas vacaciones con un jardín muy bonito para disfrutar. Está muy bien equipada, mu cerca de Barbate para hacer compras sin apretones turísticos de otros lugares de la zona. Es muy cómoda para una estancia de descanso o vacaciones. La cama es cómoda para una pareja mayor (nuestro caso). El entorno del bosque de La Breña es ideal si quieres una estancia tranquila a pero al mismo tiempo cerca de cafés y tiendas. La playa está solo a 10 minutos en coche o media hora andando. Brigitte que gestiona la casa es muy solícita y preocupada de que nada falte para que puedas disfrutar. Repetiremos
Stayed 13 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Maui C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Casa maravillosa en zona muy tranquila, en un parque natural
Es una maravilla de casa, aunque lo que se alquila es el apartamento de la planta baja con lo que es posible coincidir con la dueña si se aloja esos días en la propiedad. El apartamento es estupendo, equipado completamente para vivir. Cocinar es una gozada y comer o cenar fuera en la mesa enorme del porche es una maravilla. Muy recomendable.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Miren I., Valencia

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Casa con encanto dentro del parque natural de la Breña.
La casa es un remanso de paz y Brigitte un encanto de persona. Estuvimos mi marido y yo con nuestras dos hijas y pasamos unos dias que no olvidaremos. La casa cuenta con todas las comodidades necesarias y se encuentra situada cerca de todas partes. Seguro que volveremos.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2021

About the host

Hosted by Miriam Reik

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As a photographer by profession and an artist by rote, building my own house in the most beautiful of surroundings proved in hindsight to be a venture that I was destined to realise. So now although I still live in London, enjoying everything a great city in Northern Europe has to offer, I am always thinking about and looking forward to the next time I can come back to my very own 'place in the sun' here in the most southerly part of Europe. And believe me in mid winter, when I come here from a grey and cold London, I am truly grateful for the consistent warmth and sun that greet me.

Why they chose this property

I bought Casa Margareta when it was practically a ruin with a view to renovating it. Situated in a lovely little hamlet in a umbrella pine forest with views to the sea, the house itself wasn’t the greatest - but the location was stunning and we all know that the winning formula is ‘ location location location’. I also knew I wouldn’t come across such a chance again within my budget. As happens with most building projects, nothing goes to plan and I ended up tearing down the house and building a totally new one. No regrets - just a typical story about a Brit building in Spain ! Twelve years on and I still never fail to marvel at the loveliness of my house and its situation.

What makes this property unique

I'd always dreamt about that house in the sun. In 2005 after a trip to Mexico, I realised Spain could suit my purse as well as my recently discovered affinity for Spanish culture, and was a comfortable flying distance from London. So deciding to take the plunge, I looked to the most undeveloped coast of Spain and came for the first time to the Costa de la Luz and Canos de Meca. I was not disappointed.The countryside is stunning ; virgin beaches stretching for miles; umbrella pine forests; protected natural parks. I love the historical context with Morocco across the water and the ubiquitous local white Moorish hilltop towns. The economy is still led by farming /fishing with the Andaluz character intact and tourism still having minimal impact on the environment. In summer the area is popular with mainly Spanish tourists and so inevitably gives rise to a very fun overall vibe. What is so great about Casa Margareta is that it benefits from its location all year round. In summer when the crowds do come, there is no stress in our little hamlet, and in winter if it is blustery or cooler down by the beach, more often than not because of our sheltered situation, all is peace and calm here at Casa M.

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English, French, German, Spanish

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