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Description of holiday apartment in La Cala de Mijas, Andalucia

Welcome to our spacious, modern, 3 bedroom, 1st floor apartment in historic La Cala de Mijas. On arrival through either the electronic gates, or the main foyer clad in granite and marble, you know you have arrived at something very special. The apartment has excellent sea views and benefits from many glorious sun kissed hours, due to its southern exposure. Relax and dine in the ample terrace, watching the sunset followed by a soothing Jacuzzi with a glass of local Rioja, or for the more energetic a brisk evening walk in the tranquil, subtropical gardens in this securely gated community.

The apartment is ideal for families with the small town of La Cala de Mijas and the beach within walking distance. Golfers will be hard pushed to visit all 9 local golf courses, and for walkers and rambler’s Mijas has some of the most stunning scenery and walks that you will find in Europe, and best of all, the trails are deserted and easy to access.

No need to worry about parking as you have a designated space in the secure, underground parking area, with direct access to the apartment floor via a lift. There is also street-level parking for additional cars. Security is also paramount and a discreet 24hr patrol service is provided. The apartment also has a video entry system for additional security.

For our guests pleasure and convenience the following are Included at no additional cost:
• High speed Wireless DSL Internet
• Access to the 2 outdoor swimming pools
• Heated private Jacuzzi/Hot tub
• A fixed safe for your passports and valuables
• Baby and toddler friendly features (see below), pool and beach toys for the kids
• A pair of bicycles for your exploration of this magnificent coastal region.

The apartment has everything you would expect in your own home, and is not furnished for the rental market as we class this as our second home. The apartment benefits from integrated air conditioning, (both heating and cooling) for those who require a cooler atmosphere in the evening. The glass curtains also supply a cooling breeze throughout the whole apartment when opened.

The first room on entering the apartment is the extensively stocked kitchen, ideal for those of us who love cooking. Everything is supplied from a Lemon squeezer to the 8 place dinner service. All appliances are top of the range brands and include a Double oven and hob, large fridge freezer, microwave, dishwasher and a washer/dryer. A small breakfast bar with seating offers a relaxing conversation area to hang out and chat with a drink while the food is prepared & cooked.

Straight ahead through the brightly lit hall area is the open plan dining and living room. The living room has everything you need to entertain your friends and family, with a 42" HD TV, superb sound system, Playstation 3 for the kids and adults alike, as well as a Bluray DVD player with a selection of popular DVDs. The apartment also has SKY Satellite receiver with a full range of channels. Additionally there are board games, cards, and a good selection of books. The living room also has a very comfortable sofa-bed that can comfortably sleep two.
On your left is a bedroom with a garden view window, large sliding wardrobe, a unique combination of queen size bunk beds. Any kids will love this room and you will have no trouble getting them to bed. Conveniently next door is a bathroom with WC, sink unit and a marble shower enclosure with ample hot water (a novelty in Spain).

Ahead to your left is the contemporary master bedroom, with double sliding wardrobes, incorporating a safe, a very comfortable double bed complete with memory foam mattress, and patio doors leading directly to the balcony. This room also benefits from its own en-suite master bathroom, enjoying a double opulent marble sink, and a candle-lined tub, to relax, drift away and reflect on your day.

Accessed from either the master bedroom or the living room is the ample 35 square meter terrace/balcony. A portion of the terrace is enclosed with fold-away glass walls letting light flood into the area and offering the possibility of various room combinations depending on your mood and needs. This area houses the large outdoor dining table for 8, giving you the option of Al fresco or indoor dining. The balcony also houses the optional 3rd bedroom (sofa-bed for 2 with glass and heavy curtain walls), which can also be enjoyed as a day-room away from the direct daytime sun. The terrace features a top of the range, private hot tub/Jacuzzi, out of view from the rest of the units, for a more private experience where you can enjoy a bottle of the local wine, while watching the last of the sun's rays fade over the sea and mountains.

Further details
For families with small children and to make your stay as relaxing and enjoyable as possible we have gone the extra mile by providing the items you need the most, and which can be such a chore to transport and of course take up your valuable baggage allowance. These include: extra bibs, sterilizers, a cot, folding high chair, child-proof plugs, a folding baby bath, baby monitors, push chair / stroller, and a universal insect net to protect your sensitive little ones.

Accommodation, Facilities and Services

Suitability:	No Smoking, Pets Allowed
General:	Air conditioning, Central heating, Electric Fan/s, Internet Access, Stairgate, Beach equipment, Sports equipment, Bicycles, Hairdryer Private Jacuzzi, Safe, Wi-fi available
Bedrooms:	3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 10 1 Double/s with ensuite, 3 Double/s, 2 Sofabed/s, 1 Cot/s Two double beds in bunkbed formation in 2nd bedroom. 3rd bedroom is enclosed on terrace.
Bathrooms:	2 Bathroom/s 1 Bath/s, 2 Shower/s, 3 Wash basin/s, 2 Toilets/s, Jacuzzi/Hot Tub 1 family bathroom and 1 en-suite
Lounge:	Seating for 5 people Video, Satellite/Cable TV, CD Player, Radio, DVD Player, Large screen TV, Computer Games Console, Board Games, Books/Magazines, Selection of Films, Selection of Music
Dining Area:	Seating for 8 people , High chair 6 seats at kitchen table. 8 seats on long-table on terrace.
Kitchen/Utility:	Oven, Hob, Grill, Fridge, Freezer, Microwave, Kettle, Toaster, Coffee maker, Dishwasher, Washing machine, Tumble dryer, Ironing board, Iron Blender
Outdoors:	Swimming Pool, BBQ, Shared garden, Terrace, Sunloungers, Patio table, Patio chairs, Sunshade, Outside shower Shared outdoor pool (unheated)
Access:	Car not essential, Wheelchair, Off road parking, Secure parking, Garage, Private car park, Lift, Stairs
Services:	Linen provided, Towels provided, Cleaning extra Cleaning cost is 85 euro per stay
Facilities in each room:	Internet access

Price quoted in £ Sterling

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Rates

Period	Weekly	Weekend per night	Midweek per night	Minimum Stay
June 1st to August 31st, 2012	€854.00	€122.00	€122.00	7 Days
September 1st to September 30th, 2012	€749.00	€107.00	€107.00	7 Days
October 1st to December 19th, 2012	€476.00	€68.00	€68.00	3 Days
December 20th to January 3rd, 2013	€651.00	€93.00	€93.00	7 Days
January 4th to April 30th, 2013	€574.00	€82.00	€82.00	3 Days
May 1st to May 31st, 2013	€602.00	€86.00	€86.00	3 Days
June 1st to August 31st, 2013	€903.00	€129.00	€129.00	7 Days
September 1st to September 30th, 2013	€798.00	€114.00	€114.00	7 Days

Please Note: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.
Currency conversions are not guaranteed to be accurate.

Deposit/Booking Notes: Reservation fee: 20 %
Pay balance 30 days before arrival
Refundable security deposit: 100 €
Final cleaning: 85 €
Payment methods accepted: credit or debit card, paypal, bank transfer
Change over days flexible
Prices INCLUDE all applicable local taxes

Clean sheets, towels and Pool towels are included.
Guests should bring their own beach towels
Reasonable use of Aircon / Heating Included, and Jacuzzi. No slot meters.

Will consider:
Corporate lets
Hen and stag parties
House swaps
Long lets
Short breaks

Location of holiday rental in La Cala de Mijas, Andalucia

Holiday Type:	Beach, Local Nightlife, Historic/Sightseeing, Town/City, Family
Local Activities:	Swimming/Watersports, Walking, Golf, Fishing, Climbing, Horse Riding, Tennis, Cycling/Mountain Biking, Gym, Zoo, Local Market, Amusement/Water Park

Location description

With so much on your doorstep you will never tire of things to do either with or without a car. La Cala de Mijas still has that small town charm and feel, yet the refinement and amenities of a modern town. Every Wednesday and Saturday you can walk to the local market within 10 minutes, where you can purchase anything from local fresh produce, clothing, jewellery, and everything else including the kitchen sink.

There are Irish Bars, English Bars and authentic Spanish Bars to choose from, all within a few blocks of each other. You will find restaurants from all corners of the globe and retail stores up and down the narrow, quaint cobble stone streets. A 10 minute walk will take you to the beautiful La Cala de Mijas playa with miles of the Costa del Sol’s finest sand. For your own little Jack Sparrow, a pirate ship playground is located along the beach-walk promenade, a big hit with the kids, if you can drag them away from the inviting, warm Mediterranean ocean. Two convenience grocery stores are within easy walking distance of your apartment, selling most items you need for your stay. For the ultimate shopping experience take either public transportation or drive 10 minute to reach the enormous, local shopping mall (Parque Miramar), with over 160 shops (including favourites like H&M, Zara, and Blanco) and with a multiplex cinema with 12 cinema screens, there is bound to be something screening for your viewing pleasure. Most of the Blockbusters are shown in English, in case your Espanol is a little rusty.

As La Cala de Mijas was once home to the Moors and you can still tour the multitude of castles, walls and towers that are left behind as a part of Spain’s rich and vibrant heritage.

For the golf enthusiast, either beginner or advanced, the apartment is situated in the Golf Valley, with 9 excellent courses, this is a Golfers Paradise. These include the famous La Cala Golf, Mijas Golf, Mira Flores Golf, La Siesta Golf, La Noria Golf, Santana Golf, Calanova Golf, and El Chapatral Club de Golf.

For those who enjoy a little flutter at the races, do not miss a wonderful and exciting day at the Hipodromo Costa del Sol, just a 5 minute drive away.

With so much to see and do, combined with a luxury modern, centrally located apartment, we hope you will come visit, and join the thousands of visitors who have fallen in love with Cala de Mijas, our home away from home.

Local events

There is a local market right down the street, every Wednesday and Saturday. You can buy just about everything there!

Tourist attractions

There are so many things to do in La Cala de Mijas. Here are just a few ideas, with links to help you plan your activities:

• Walk to the BEACH, and enjoy the warm water. It takes less than 10 minutes to walk

• There is a CHILDREN'S ACTIVITY CLUB on the beach, where kids can swim, jump on trampolines or explore the pirate ship nearby.

• BARS, PUBS, TAVERNS, AND WATERING HOLES. Whatever you want to call them, La Cala de Mijas has plenty of them, and all within walking distance from home. No designated driver, no drunk driving, just tons of good people wanting to have an amazing time.
http://www.calademijas.com/Restaurants_bar.html

• You can find RESTAURANTS from around the world here. Have a British breakfast at the Snack Attack, Italian food for lunch, and Indian for dinner.
http://www.calademijas.com/Restaurants.html
http://www.propertyinlacala.co.uk/pubs.aspx

• GOLF. Need I say more? With some of the best golf courses in Europe right outside your door, you won't run out of courses to play.
http://www.calademijas.com/Index.html (left hand side)

• SHOP in the local stores, where you can find everything from Horse supplies to clothing shops

• If you like to play TENNIS, try the Tennis del Sol, where no membership is required
http://www.calademijas.com/Sports.html

• Horse RIDING is for almost everyone, whether you have done it before, or if you are brand new to it, La Cala has the facilities you need.
http://www.calademijas.com/Sports.html

• It is a bit of a walk, but HORSE RACING at Hipodromo Costa del Sol is worth it. If you take one of the two available bikes, you'll be there in no time
http://www.calademijas.com/Hippodrome.html

• Bring your FISHING pole, and fish straight from the beach. It is especially popular in the evening hours.

• There is a LOCAL MARKET, just a few minutes' walk from the apartment, every Wednesday and Saturday, where you can buy just about anything.
http://costadelsol.angloinfo.com/information/23/markets.asp

• If you want to learn how to SCUBA DIVE, or you are already certified, you can head down to the local dive shop and get set up with what you need. Why not get your license while on vacation?
http://www.calademijas.com/Sports.html

• SWIMMING LESSONS for those 0 to 5 years old can be found at Water Babies
http://www.calademijas.com/Sports.html

• Take the two available bicycles out for a spin and explore the headlands or the coast; either way you'll have a fantastic time!

Nearest Airport:	Malaga International Airport Gibraltar International Airport	34.3km 99.2km
Nearest Railway Station:	Fuengiro	12.2km
Nearest Ferry Port:	Malaga	41.8km
Nearest Bus Station:	La Cala de Mijas	300m
Nearest Beach:	La Cala de Mijas	700m
Nearest Pub/Restaurant:	La Cala de Mijas	400m

Directions

Budget Airlines: Malaga International Airport (AGP) is the closest airport, only 20 miles away from the property, and is served by many airlines, with the most flights flown by budget airlines such as Ryanair, EasyJet, Vueling, Iberia, Air Berlin, Norwegian, and Monarch. Gibraltar Airport (GIB) is another option, about 60 minutes away, with service by EasyJet and Monarch as the biggest players. If you fly to Gibraltar, you will need to schedule a rental car (see below.)

Taxi: Taxis line up outside the arrivals hall. Rates are posted on the wall which lists destinations and fares, and it is currently showing up €48. Elsewhere, taxis can be flagged down in the street or found at designated ranks, and show a green light when available. The journey to the apartment takes approximately 20 minutes.

Bus: Buses towards Marbella depart from a stop outside the arrivals hall half-hourly (6.30am to 11.30pm), and will have a mandatory stop in Cala de Mijas. The buses are operated by Autobuses Portillo (http://www.ctsa-portillo.es/) and cost less than €7 one way. You can buy tickets ahead of time at the link above.

Train/Bus Combo: The new underground train station in Terminal 3. You can buy a ticket on the train. Trains run half-hourly to Fuengirola to the west. From there you need to walk less than 70 yards to the bus station across the street, and catch the bus towards Marbella. See link below for the schedule, and use the link under "BUS" to purchase a ticket.
http://www.ctsa-portillo.com/ima/pdf/fuengirola.pdf?1

Car Rental: It is highly recommended to schedule the car rental ahead of time, to get the best online deals. You'll have a hard time beating http://www.economycarhire.com but can always try other sites such as www.kayak.com or your airline's site.

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