Casa Azul was 2 traditional village houses in the pretty working village of Albunuelas at the head of the Lecrin Valley that we purchased in 2002 to enable us to retire from a hectic self employed working life. We converted them into a small B&B so that we still had a reason for getting up in the morning and to continue meeting interesting people without the daily 10 hour grind of our past life, rush hour on the M1 and cold wet winters in England. To ensure that we keep in touch with home we installed a T/V in the lounge which receives all English free to air programs such as BBC and ITV and all our favorite radio stations. BBC1,2, 3, 4, Five live and Mary Anns favourite Classic FM. With cheap flights from Granada airport we are now only 4 hours from our home in Northamptonshire. To look after all creature comforts we have had the 2 houses professionally converted into 1 without loosing any of the original character. There are now 2 en-suite twin bedded rooms that are reserved for our b&b guests which both have showers, radiators, fans and tea and coffee making facilities. On the second floor we have a self contained twin bedded apartment for 2 people. This consists of 3 rooms, the bedroom with views over the Sierra Nevada mountains, the kitchen/living room with sink, cooker, microwave, fridge and all necessary utinsils and comfy seating and a shower room with wc. This apartment has direct access to the roof terrace which is shared with your resident hosts Mary Ann and Ken Silverlock and any other guests. On the roof terrace there are plenty of chairs, a table, sun umbrella, a3mX2.5m splash pool, BBQ and many flowering plants. This is a wonderful place to breakfast under a cloudless sky with birds every where including eagles soaring overhead on many days throughout the year. On the ground floor we have the guests lounge with T/V and music centre, plus a selection of books and board games. Off the lounge there is a shady, enclosed courtyard with many plants and seating which is the perfect place to relax in the heat of the afternoon. Mary Ann is happy to serve dinner for any guests that require it either in the dining area or the courtyard and as a frustrated granny is more than happy to baby sit.  

The Valley de Lecrin (Arabic translation “The valley of happiness”) is at the heart of your holiday home. The village of Albunuelas is just a short drive to the picturesque banks of Lake Beznar and its unbelieveable head of wild carp. The area is surrounded by orange and lemon groves, vineyards and almond orchards. The magnificent views are framed by the imposing Sierra Nevada mountains which give the area its wonderful climate by sheltering it from the cold northern European winds. Activities in the valley include angling (we have all the tackle that you require) mountain biking, painting, walking. bird watching and horse riding or just chilling out watching the wonderful flora and fauna. Close by are some challenging golf courses, the beaches of The Costa Tropical, the mountains of the Sierra Nevada and the marvellous city of Granada. The Alpujarras are only a 30 minute drive with their natural spring baths that offer therapeutic treatment for muscular pain, allergies, stress and lethargy. Alternativley just relax in the wonderful waters and let time pass away. 

Andalucia is simply one of the most beautiful corners of Europe. Its a land where the excesses of the 20th century seem not to have taken root and where travellers are genuinely welcomed as honoured guests, rather than as tourists. This is the land immortalised by the writings of Ernest Hemingway and beloved by Orson Welles. Its the real Spain of Carmen, Figaro and Flamenco. Rich with the legacies of the Moors and the Romans, its charm and sheer delight will captivate you. 

This apartment is situated on the 2nd floor of our comfortable b&b which has 2 en-suite rooms on the 1st floor. The terrace facilities are shared by all guests.

The apartment comprises 1 bedrooms in total; 1 twin and 1 cots. . This gives room for up to 2 people. Bed linen and towels are provided for your use.

The apartment has 2 bathrooms and 2 WCs for your party's use.

The apartment has television satellite/cable. The music system will play cassettes, cds, radio. A computer with Internet connection is also available for your use. If you need to keep in contact there is a telephone for incoming and outgoing calls and a fax machine.

There is room for 4 in the living room and 4 in the dining room. The open fire can be used to create a comfortable atmosphere. To prepare food you will find a cooker, an oven, a microwave, a fridge, a freezer, a kettle, a toaster. You will also find a washing machine, an iron and ironing board. The owner has also provided cutlery, crockery, glassware, cooking utensils.

Smoking is allowed in this apartment.

Pets are not welcome 

Not suitable for wheelchairs 

The apartment is in a very quiet area. It has a private swimming pool, a patio area, a balcony, panoramic views, a barbeque.

The apartment is right beside ...nothing specified.

Close to the apartment you will find swimming, fishing, climbing, walking, cycling, horse riding, shopping areas, a restaurant, a food shop.

Within easy reach of the apartment you will find a beach, skiing/snowboarding, golf, historic sites, a museum, a theatre/cinema, a themepark.

Tobboganing, Dog Sledging, Spa Baths, Bird Watching

The apartment is....

35 min from Granada airport.
30 min from Granada City.
40 min from The Alhambra.
20 min from The Alpujarras(Walking on Lemons)country.
40 min from The Costa Tropical.

Any day of the week.

Any day of the week.

3 PM

10 AM

Last minute discount!! 10% discount if booking start date is less than 7 days away.
Long stay discount!! 15% discount if booking length is more than 4 weeks.