La Casa Viva. Responsible and sustainable accommodation
Entire cottage in Vélez-Blanco, Spain
- 6 guests
- 3 bedrooms
- 3 beds
- 2.5 baths
Rated 4.73 out of 5 stars.15 reviews
Hosted by Helena
- 8 years hosting
Listing highlights
Peace and quiet
This home is in a quiet area.
Mountain view
Soak up the view during your stay.
Dedicated workspace
A room with wifi that’s well-suited for working.
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Casa Viva is a unique accommodation, overlooking the valley and the mountain. A very comfortable, spacious and cozy accommodation, located at the entrance to Vélez Blanco, declared the most charming village in Andalusia for its historical, cultural and natural heritage.
Casa Viva is a project carried out by the Association for the Development of Permaculture Los Vélez, with the aim of promoting sustainable tourism.
It has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, a living room with a fireplace, a kitchen, a terrace, a patio and a garage.
The space
Casa Viva is a responsible and sustainable accommodation that tries to minimize its environmental impact. The furniture and decoration is mainly based on recycling and reuse, so it also has a special charm. The use of plastics and chemicals is avoided, using natural and/or ecological products. Renewable energy is used and an energy efficiency plan has been designed. Responsible consumption is carried out through the use of local and nearby products. The house has a display space for products from the Los Velez region that guests can get to know and try.
The Casa Viva is designed to convey a feeling of home and comfort. It has three floors: on the first there is a large fully equipped kitchen, a living room with reading and games space and fireplace, a toilet and a patio. On the second floor we will find a bathroom and a double room. On the third floor, two double bedrooms, a bathroom and a terrace. All rooms have balconies overlooking the valley and La Muela, with spectacular sunrises and sunsets. The house has a private garage and there is also a parking area at the door of the house.
In addition, on the same street we have El Ático de La Casa Viva, with capacity for another 4 people, and Los Caños de la Casa Viva in the center of the village, with capacity for another 4.
Guest access
Guests can enjoy the entire house privately.
Casa Viva is not just a tourist accommodation. Guests can enjoy the "eco-stays", participating in the different activities of the Association for the Development of Permaculture Los Velez or taking a guided tour of the farm (4km away), with the option of a basket of organic vegetables in season.
During the stay, guests will have at their disposal the necessary elements for their comfort: sheets and blankets, towels, appliances and kitchenware, washing machine and clothesline, toiletries and cleaning products, first aid kit. In addition, guests can enjoy organic tea and coffee upon arrival.
People who come accompanied by animals will be very welcome in this space.
It is possible to place 2 extra beds for children under 12 years old.
Registration Details
Andalucia - Regional registration number
CR/AL/00214
Spain - National registration number
ESFCTU00000400900041325000000000000000000CR/AL/002147
Casa Viva is a project carried out by the Association for the Development of Permaculture Los Vélez, with the aim of promoting sustainable tourism.
It has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, a living room with a fireplace, a kitchen, a terrace, a patio and a garage.
The space
Casa Viva is a responsible and sustainable accommodation that tries to minimize its environmental impact. The furniture and decoration is mainly based on recycling and reuse, so it also has a special charm. The use of plastics and chemicals is avoided, using natural and/or ecological products. Renewable energy is used and an energy efficiency plan has been designed. Responsible consumption is carried out through the use of local and nearby products. The house has a display space for products from the Los Velez region that guests can get to know and try.
The Casa Viva is designed to convey a feeling of home and comfort. It has three floors: on the first there is a large fully equipped kitchen, a living room with reading and games space and fireplace, a toilet and a patio. On the second floor we will find a bathroom and a double room. On the third floor, two double bedrooms, a bathroom and a terrace. All rooms have balconies overlooking the valley and La Muela, with spectacular sunrises and sunsets. The house has a private garage and there is also a parking area at the door of the house.
In addition, on the same street we have El Ático de La Casa Viva, with capacity for another 4 people, and Los Caños de la Casa Viva in the center of the village, with capacity for another 4.
Guest access
Guests can enjoy the entire house privately.
Casa Viva is not just a tourist accommodation. Guests can enjoy the "eco-stays", participating in the different activities of the Association for the Development of Permaculture Los Velez or taking a guided tour of the farm (4km away), with the option of a basket of organic vegetables in season.
During the stay, guests will have at their disposal the necessary elements for their comfort: sheets and blankets, towels, appliances and kitchenware, washing machine and clothesline, toiletries and cleaning products, first aid kit. In addition, guests can enjoy organic tea and coffee upon arrival.
People who come accompanied by animals will be very welcome in this space.
It is possible to place 2 extra beds for children under 12 years old.
Registration Details
Andalucia - Regional registration number
CR/AL/00214
Spain - National registration number
ESFCTU00000400900041325000000000000000000CR/AL/002147
Where you’ll sleep
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What this place offers
Mountain view
Kitchen
Wifi
Dedicated workspace
Free parking on premises
Unavailable: Carbon monoxide alarm
Unavailable: Smoke alarm
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4.73 out of 5 stars from 15 reviews
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Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for cleanliness
Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for accuracy
Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for check-in
Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for communication
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars for location
Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars for value
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Where you’ll be
Vélez-Blanco, Andalucía, Spain
From the Association, we offer our guests information to discover the treasures of Velez Blanco. Anyone who visits this white community can feel the essence and magic that has made it the most charming village in Andalusia in 2017. This charm is due to its rich historical, cultural and natural heritage.
Vélez Blanco is known as the oasis of Almeria, and it is really surprising to find this place so full of life surrounded by desert, and it has life because it has water, one of its most valuable resources. That's why we can't help but recommend three routes:
• La Ruta del Agua Walking through the narrow streets of Vélez Blanco you can enjoy the beautiful architecture, freshness and peace that you can breathe in this mountain village and you will discover the different pipes, fountains and ravines that have been maintained since the Muslim era, among them there are whims such as the Caños de la Novia, the Caños de Caravaca, the Cinco Caños, the Canastera ravine, the La Lavadero, etc.
• La Ruta Histórico Cultural Combined with the previous one, you can approach this route and learn about the historical and cultural heritage of the Sierra María de Los Vélez Natural Park. We must emphasize that this has been a home and a testament to the passage of different communities, cultures, settlements and ways of life since the Paleolithic and Neolithic era. We found clear examples of this in the many caves that line this park. The best-known and visited are: the “Cueva de Ambrosio”, the “Cueva del Gabar”, the “Cerro de las Canteras” and the “Cueva de los Signeros”, the latter being famous for cave paintings such as Brujo and Indalo, an anthropomorphic figure that has become the quintessential Almeria symbol.
Perhaps one of the most popular and representative monuments of this region is the Castle of Velez Blanco, a 16th-century fortress, declared "Property of Cultural Interest and Historical-Artistic Heritage" for its architecture and beauty in harmony with its natural environment.
In addition, this village is also characterized by preserving the urban structure of the Muslim era almost intact, highlighting the Barrio de la Moreria and the aforementioned fountains and pipes.
• Peaks and Biodiversity Trail Another of the greatest treasures of this region is the Natural Park of Sierra María de los Vélez characterized by its rich biodiversity of fauna and flora. There is a wide range of nature trails that can be done in this park. We recommend the climbs to the two most special peaks in the area: the imposing Muela de Montalviche (1554m) and the outstanding Mahimón Mountain (1683m). Not only can we contemplate its beauty from La Casa Viva, but we can discover its life and its energy from the top.
Sierra María-Los Vélez Natural Park is a great area to enjoy nature and gastronomy. Also for hiking, climbing, biking and mountain biking trails, as well as bird watching.
Vélez Blanco is known as the oasis of Almeria, and it is really surprising to find this place so full of life surrounded by desert, and it has life because it has water, one of its most valuable resources. That's why we can't help but recommend three routes:
• La Ruta del Agua Walking through the narrow streets of Vélez Blanco you can enjoy the beautiful architecture, freshness and peace that you can breathe in this mountain village and you will discover the different pipes, fountains and ravines that have been maintained since the Muslim era, among them there are whims such as the Caños de la Novia, the Caños de Caravaca, the Cinco Caños, the Canastera ravine, the La Lavadero, etc.
• La Ruta Histórico Cultural Combined with the previous one, you can approach this route and learn about the historical and cultural heritage of the Sierra María de Los Vélez Natural Park. We must emphasize that this has been a home and a testament to the passage of different communities, cultures, settlements and ways of life since the Paleolithic and Neolithic era. We found clear examples of this in the many caves that line this park. The best-known and visited are: the “Cueva de Ambrosio”, the “Cueva del Gabar”, the “Cerro de las Canteras” and the “Cueva de los Signeros”, the latter being famous for cave paintings such as Brujo and Indalo, an anthropomorphic figure that has become the quintessential Almeria symbol.
Perhaps one of the most popular and representative monuments of this region is the Castle of Velez Blanco, a 16th-century fortress, declared "Property of Cultural Interest and Historical-Artistic Heritage" for its architecture and beauty in harmony with its natural environment.
In addition, this village is also characterized by preserving the urban structure of the Muslim era almost intact, highlighting the Barrio de la Moreria and the aforementioned fountains and pipes.
• Peaks and Biodiversity Trail Another of the greatest treasures of this region is the Natural Park of Sierra María de los Vélez characterized by its rich biodiversity of fauna and flora. There is a wide range of nature trails that can be done in this park. We recommend the climbs to the two most special peaks in the area: the imposing Muela de Montalviche (1554m) and the outstanding Mahimón Mountain (1683m). Not only can we contemplate its beauty from La Casa Viva, but we can discover its life and its energy from the top.
Sierra María-Los Vélez Natural Park is a great area to enjoy nature and gastronomy. Also for hiking, climbing, biking and mountain biking trails, as well as bird watching.
Meet your host
My work: Association for the Development of Permaculture Los Vélez
Speaks English and Spanish
The Association for the Development of Permaculture Los Vélez carries out a sustainable tourism program in Vélez Blanco. La Casa Viva, El Ático de la Casa Viva and Los Caños de La Casa Viva are the three accommodations we manage. We, Helena and Claudia, personally ensure that our guests have a pleasant and satisfying experience. We try to guarantee enriching stays in a unique natural setting.
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