Sports and Nature
Farmhouse
The El Rancho farmhouse is situated in natural surroundings, completely off the beaten track, and accessed by a dirt road of just over 1 km.
Though it belongs to the municipality of Cóbdar, the farmhouse is closer to the village of Albanchez (Almería) — about 5 km — and sits on a 500-hectare estate, surrounded by olive and almond groves, pines and Maquis scrubland. El Rancho is the perfect place to unwind and enjoy nature.
There are two ways to get to the farmhouse: via the mountain route from the A-1100 (1 km), or from Albanchez along the Rambla del Paulí (4 km). Both routes are dirt roads, so an appropriate vehicle — not too low — is recommended.
The house is powered exclusively by solar energy and is the perfect choice for lovers of nature and swimming, with a semi-Olympic size pool (20 m x 10 m). Water flows continuously into the pool from a natural spring situated on the estate and is not treated with any chemicals (chlorine free). Our commitment to the environment is clear.
There are several walking trails around the estate and the surrounding area, which is also perfect for cyclists, with road and off-road (MTB) routes.
The farmhouse is situated at the foot of the La Virgen mountain pass (1200 m), a little-used road now popular with cycling teams for training purposes.
Bird lovers will find El Rancho the perfect place for birdwatching. The biodiversity of the surroundings, with their characteristic and abundant flora and fauna, are our greatest asset.
Maximum of 6 guests
Special arrangements can be made for larger groups
2 bathrooms
5 beds
Outdoors
Garden, garden furniture, outdoor pool, barbecue, parking
Indoors
Microwave, shared bathrrom, woodstove, kitchen, dining room, living room, television and DVD player
Services
Firewood, restaurant nearby, pets welcome, available New Year's Eve
Situation
Off the beaten track, 4 km from the nearest village
Pool
The semi-Olympic size of the pool makes it spectacular. Water flows continuously into the pool from a natural spring situated on the estate and is not treated with any chemicals (chlorine free), demonstrating our commitment to caring for the environment.
Photo Gallery
The soothing views invite reflection and, when night falls, the relaxation is absolute.
- All
- Farmhouse
- Pool
- Outside views
Natural Surroundings
The natural terrain that surrounds the farmhouse and the labours of the people who have lived and worked here have combined to create a unique landscape full of contrasts that provides visitors with the opportunity to enjoy these wide open spaces.
Feel free to walk the different trails around the land — we will point them out to you when you arrive.
Cycling: Cycling routes
Walking, mountain biking - MTB
Footpaths
Walks of discovery
Caving
Visit underground caves and grottos
Barbecue in the open air
... and in good company
Gastronomic route
Albanchez, Líjar, Cóbdar, Chercos...
4 x 4 routes
For lovers of off-road exploring
Outdoor Activities
For explorers and lovers of outdoor sports and nature
Imágenes por cortesía de: Antonio Pallarés Palenciano
Winter season
Zorzal Comun
Bisbita Comun
Curruca Capirotada
Petirrojo
Summer season
Carraca
Vencejo Comun
Águila Culebrera
Ruiseñor Comun
Zarcero Comun
Golondrina Comun
Codorniz
Abejaruco Comun
Tortola Comun
Golondrina Daurica
Papamoscas Gris
Avion Comun
Alcaudon Comun
Vencejo Real
Curruca Carrasqueña
Cuco
Collalba Rubia
Autillo Europeo
Chotacabras Gris
Alcontan
All year
Cernicalo Vulgar
Aguila Real
Pinzon Vulgar
Gavilan
Mochuelo
Oropendola
Piquituerto
Triguero
Pardillo Comun
Verdecillo
Curruca Cabecinegra
Tarabilla Europea O Comun
Halcon Comun
Lugano
Chochin
Cogujada Montesina
Escribano Montesino
Curruca Rabilarga
Estorino Negro
Paloma Torcaz
Gorrion Comun
Escribano Soteño
Cuervo
Chova Piquirroja
Acentor Comun
Colirrojo Tizon
Abubilla
Carabo Comun
Avion Roquero
Lechuza Comun
Herrerillo Capuchino
Gorrion Moruno
Lavandera Blanca
Urraca
Buho Real
Anade Real
Mirlo Comun
Polla De Agua
Pico Picapino
Azor
Jilguero
Gorrion Chillon
Buho Chico
Lavandera Cascadena
Aguila Perdicera
Pito Real
Mirlo Acuatico
Tortola Turca
Mito
Arrendejo
Alcaudon Real
Martin Pescador
Mosquitero Comun
Herrerillo Comun
Collalba Negra
Acentor Alpino
Perdiz Comun
Grajilla
Roquero Solitario
Gorrion Molinero
Walking/cycling routes
Places of Interest
Cóbdar
Village nestled at the foot of an impressive mountain quarried for its white marble
Macael
The Macael marble quarries span an area of over 600 hectares in the centre of the province of Almería, at the edge of the Sierra de Los Filabres.
Sorbas
An apparently arid, barren landscape conceals one of Andalusia's most spectaular sights: a subterranean world created by the dissolving action of water over thousands of years.
Albanchez
Surely one of the most attractive villages in the province of Almería.
Benizalón
Religious space dedicated to the Virgen de la Cabeza, symbol of the Sierra de Los Filabres and cornerstone of the local region.
Tabernas
The hottest, driest race track in Europe. For motorcycles, racing cars, manufacturers and product launches.
Tabernas
Centre for Energy, Environmental and Technological Research (CIEMAT), the largest research, development and testing centre in Europe.
Bacares
The largest astronomical observatory in mainland Europe, situated on a plateau at a height of 2,168 metres at the highest point of the Sierra de Los Filabres.
Mojácar
One of the prettiest of Andalusia's 'white villages' in the Moorish tradition, situated on the Almerían coast.
So if you like the sound of rest and relaxation,
good food and outdoor activities in the heart of nature...
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Information and bookings:
Rambla del Paulí, S/N - 04857 Cóbdar (Almería)