Casona del Duende
About
Casona del Duende is a cottage located in the historic village of Alájar, a white village in the Sierra de Aracena, a nature park in the province of Huelva. The accommodation operates on a B&B model: Ana and Vladimir, present on-site, personally welcome each arrival and guide guests on activities and itineraries in the region. The private garden is equipped with a large swimming pool, available during the season. The rooms are regularly mentioned as clean and well-maintained in guest reviews. The Google rating stands at 4.80/5 based on 239 reviews, an indicator of consistent service quality. The village of Alájar is within walking distance of the property: a few cobblestone lanes, a 16th-century church, local shops, and several marked hiking trails winding through cork oaks, chestnut trees, and eucalyptus. The setting is deeply rural — mornings begin at 4:00 a.m. with the crowing of neighboring roosters, an audible reminder of the area's genuine rootedness in the agricultural world of the sierra. Less than an hour's drive away, the Gruta de las Maravillas, a network of stalactite and stalagmite caves in Aracena, is the region's major geological attraction. The local production of jamón ibérico de bellota, sourced from free-range black pigs raised in the surrounding dehesas, shapes much of the village's gastronomic offering. Seville is approximately 90 km away, making a day trip possible without leaving the sierra as a base.
Amenities
Google reviews
This is really a beautiful and relaxing place. Or better, it would be if the rooster of the neighbours would not act like the Pavarotti of the poultry, starting to sing at around 4.00 am in the morning, to continue till 8.00 am. If you want to sleep, you need to bring steel ear plugs. Apart from that, room was nice (even if there are some with the terrace that I presume are better), but I would have appreciated to find a hair dryer in the room (that you need to ask) and also have the possibility to have an iron (or to iron, even as a paid service, but we were told that there wasn't any iron in the place). Breakfast is good, with mostly homemade products. Bread was fantastic. All drinks, like coffee or milk, or tea or juice must be requested to the owner. Parking is not available, you need to park around, but that was not a big problem. The village is super nice, a favourite of people who like "senderismo".
July 2018
Great B&B! Really friendly and welcoming service from Ana and Vladimir. Beautiful garden with pool. I did not try the pool in April, but it seems to have a nice, big size. The village is cozy and several walks can begin there. Some circular, see "Walking in Andalucia" by Guy Hunter-Watts.
July 2018
Everything was perfect. Ana & Vladimir was excelent hosts, very helpfull and attentive in every situation and case. They provided us with any information we needed and beyond. House was very clean, scentfull and very quiet. They prepared tastefull breakfast with homemade products. Their pooll was extra plus. We spent beatufull time in thair special designed house. Thank you very much. We will come again for shure.
August 2017
Nice tranquil place except for flippen rooster bellowing away from first light. Belongs to neighbors. Should be strangled... rooster not the neighbor.
July 2018
Ideal
August 2022
Frequently asked questions
Can guests use a pool on site?
Yes, there is a pool on site. Say in your request if exclusive use matters to your group.
How is the property situated?
This property is located in Alájar (Andalucía). The precise address is shared after your stay is confirmed.
Do you accept pets?
To be confirmed with the owner: mention your pet in your request.
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