About This Villa

Retreat from modern life and embrace the serenity of Finca Mariola, a stunningly restored farmhouse in the protected landscapes of the Sierra de Mariola natural park, around an hour from the Costa Blanca.

The English owners fell in love with Finca Mariola on a mountain biking excursion through this peaceful region – at this point it was an abandoned 19th century farmhouse with no water or electricity supply. Their determination to restore and renovate this shell of a home was truly remarkable and worth the years of endurance and hard work.  

The estate is still off-grid yet solar panels have been installed, a water source has been brought to the house and many old materials re-claimed. There have also been plenty of modern additions such as the stylish new windows and gorgeous en suite bathrooms with Italian showers and luxurious natural toiletries. Best of all perhaps, a beautiful heated swimming pool has been sensitively added for guests to enjoy.

Up to 10 guests are warmly welcomed at this magnificent abode. After ringing the bell, you will be invited in to the garden terrace room with its long wooden dining table and lounge area overlooking the gardens, pool, sauna and natural surroundings. Step into the reception space and lounge where there’s always complimentary tea, coffee and water alongside an honesty bar, then discover the charming living room and its wood burner for cooler months.

Five bedrooms are in a guest annexe reached via the courtyard garden. They all feature high quality king or super king-size beds (three of which can be split as twins), underfloor heating, ceiling fans, pretty fabrics and an authentic sense of rustic character with contemporary touches. One of these doubles is suited for guests with restricted mobility including wheelchair users.

Breakfast is lovingly prepared for you each morning and the owners can also cook lunch and dinner for you (at an extra charge) when you are not dining out locally. All meals are made from scratch using locally sourced ingredients whenever possible – this is a wonderful way to relax and recharge on your holiday and be truly looked after as you dine in the garden room or al-fresco on the terrace. The owners have their own living and sleeping quarters within the main part of the house and adjoining barn.

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