Top choice in Andalucía
This tranquil hideaway sits in the sleepy hamlet of Cariatiz, 8km northeast of Sorbas. Run by an English couple, it's a cosy spot with seven rustic rooms in a whitewashed farmhouse, a small pool, and a four-bed cottage to rent. As well as breakfast, dinner is also available.
To get there take the Cariatiz turning off the N340A and follow 'Todas Direcciones' and 'Ecomuseo Cariatiz' signs till you reach the square with the Ecomuseo. Almond Reef is 300m up the road from there.
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