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Finca Las Encinas - Bed & Breakfast in Córdoba

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c/Partido de los Juncares s, 14979 Iznájar, Córdoba
Andalusia, Espagne

Maki Murakushi Ridout & Clive A Ridout

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+34 629 610783(landline)

Friendly Maki and Clive's higgledy-piggledy home is a charming, special place. Rooms are cosy, Clive's cookery courses are fun and delicious

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The house is 200 years old, rustic and charming. It stands on the side of a hill on the edge of a small Moorish village in the Parque Natural, an hour from Córdoba and Granada, surrounded by farmland. Outside on sloping land are hammocks and picnic tables, figs, almonds, olives and vines, and a small upper terrace overlooking an inviting little pool.

Inside, old doors have become headboards and the cool downstairs bedroom (once the pantry!) now has twin beds. All three bedrooms (two with a terrace) are simple, with delightful thick walls, modest beds, fluffy towels and characterful touches. In the sitting room are books, antiques and modern art.

Breakfast consists of all the usual suspects but you'll also get olive oil and tomate rallado, Spanish style. Clive cooks delicious dinners, often using their own vegetables, herbs and fruit, which are as Andalusian as possible.


Caractéristiques
No smoking
Smoking not permitted anywhere in the property.
Credit cards
Credit or debit card payment accepted.
English spoken
Host speaks English, whether perfectly or not.
WiFi
Wireless internet access available.
Public transport
Within 10 miles of a bus/train station.
Working farm
Or vineyard.
Owner has pets
Animals living on the property.
Swimming pool
On the premises.
Vegetarian meals
Available on request.
Licensed premises
Alcohol may be served.
Garden
Grounds for guests to explore.

Local points of interest from Maki Murakushi Ridout & Clive A Ridout:

Points d'intérêt locaux proposés par
Maki Murakushi Ridout & Clive A Ridout:

  • A trip to the charming whitewashed village of Iznájar, just a short drive away, is a must—soak in its rich history, wander through the narrow streets, and take in the breathtaking views of Lake Iznájar and the surrounding countryside blanketed with ancient olive trees.
  • Our B&B is featured in the 2023 edition of the Lonely Planet Andalucia Guide! Visit Iznajar for outdoor adventures like cycling, hiking, kayaking, lake cruises, and birdwatching, or simply unwind and soak in the peaceful atmosphere. Savour delicious food.
  • Discover hidden gems the Baroque town of Priego de Córdoba and the charming mountain village of Zuheros in the Natural Park of La Sierra Subbética, where nature’s beauty is on full display. With so much history, culture, and natural wonder to explore, every corner offers something special.
  • Discover the difference between premium extra virgin olive oil and the ordinary kind. Enjoy a visit to the olive mill and an olive oil tasting experience. It’s a fun and informative way to explore the world of olive oil, the natural juice of olives.
  • Join our fun and engaging cooking classes, led by owner and chef Clive, for a burst of inspiration in the kitchen. Our unique recipes were even featured in the December 2018 cookbook *Andaluz: A Food Journey Through Southern Spain* by Fiona Dunlop.
  • We’ve been awarded SICTED’s Compromiso de Calidad Turística, a quality accreditation that recognizes the dedication and effort of participating businesses in promoting a safe, high-quality tourism experience and destination like Iznájar.
Points d'intérêts

Guest feedback
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"A wonderful holiday, perfect for us. Attractive finca, delightful setting, the real Spain for us. We'd been to Córdoba, Granada and Seville in the past and wanted to visit small towns and villages nearby, which were delightful. Clive and Maki are a remarkable couple and Cei makes it extra special. Clive's cooking is superb, gourmet without gourmet prices, using fresh local produce with the Spanish touch. Maki is artistic and creative in the rooms, lent us maps and advised on parking etc. We enjoyed their company on the terrace on a range of topics as evening fell. A very special holiday"

Shirley - Berkhamsted, United Kingdom

mai 2016
"A wonderful base for exploring Andalusia. Maki was very helpful in maximising our explorations and as for Clive's cooking it has established a benchmark of excellence. We highly recommend Los Fincas, one of the best ever. The week we had was perfect and the pool was great at the end of a day's explorations."

Kim

septembre 2015
"Great holiday learning to cook with Clive, soaking up some culture and relaxing by the pool and in the hammocks. My teenage son loved it too! We both came home with lots of new skills as well as great recipes! Clive and Maki are great hosts and we can't wait to go back!"
juillet 2015
"This place was simply fabulous. I went with my mum to relax and to do the cooking course. Clive was a fantastic host, always ensuring that we had a sherry or wine in hand whilst cooking, and we learnt some great recipes from the area. Each evening, dinner was served on the terrace and was lovely and relaxed, whoever the other guests were. The area is great too, with lots of different things to see as this place is in the middle of a triangle of the great sites. Maki and Clive are really helpful with the advice too, knowing exactly where to park in the various cities, which villages to visit and where to buy fantastic olive oil etc. Highly recommend it."
septembre 2011
"My wife stayed in this Finca for 4 nights. We like bed & breakfasts because of the personal contact with the owners and other guests. We were not disappointed at Finca Las Encinas. Clive and Maki are wonderful hosts. They create a relaxed vacation atmosphere. The Finca is a small building; the rooms are clean, good bed and good bathroom. At the first night we had dinner made by Clive at the Finca. It was wonderful. Clive used to be a professional chef and he combines this experience with his passion for local food. The ingredients are fresh (almost all from own garden) and taste was amazing. We ended up enjoying Clive's dinners every evening The Finca is 5 km from Iznajar, a typical Andalusian town. The area is great for walking or cycling. These activities are in the summer because of the heat best done in the early morning or evening. For day trips Granada and Cordoba are wonderful."
juillet 2011
"Simply wonderful! Our 5 day stay relaxing be on believe.Charming rooms,alfreso dinning with staggeringly beautiful mountain views,fabulous gourment food every day. My meals must be gluten free,Chef Clive surpassed my needs! We took a Tapas cooking class it was wonderful, delicious recipes. Chef Clive's teaching methods and humor put you at ease (along with the great wine) we learned so much. Clive and Maki and their son Cei were superb hosts-kind-generous and helpful, they truly enriched are lives. We didn't want to leave and so look forward to returning."
mai 2011
"Had a fantastic stay. Clive and Maki are perfect hosts, they know the surrounding region of Andalucia very well and we were not short of things to do in the area.Even their two dogs did their fair share in accommodating us by accompanying us on a hike. Would really recommend eating in the evenings there as Clive is a great cook who uses local ingredients very well. Breakfasts were out-of-this-world too."
avril 2011
"We spent a wonderful five days here - feeling very relaxed and at home almost immediately we arrived. Maki and Clive are great hosts - friendly and very helpful but not at all intrusive and their little boy kept our girls amused for hours! The food was excellent - breakfast was a feast and dinner always delicious - local, often home grown, ingredients beautifully prepared."
août 2010

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Accommodation:
  • 1 Double
  • , 1 Twin
  • , 1 Suite
Prix:(i) €80 à€115 par nuit

Singles €64-€92.

Special Offer: SPECIAL NOV - MID DEC OFFER - 20% off 3 NIGHTS COOKING COURSE PACKAGE IN NOV-MID DEC 2026 : A small gourmet B&B near Iznájar offering a taste of slow life and an amazing gastronomic experience. Based on 2 people sharing.

Informations de réservation:

Children over 5 welcome.

Repas:(i)

Dinner, 2-3 courses, €26-€33. Restaurant 10-minute drive.

Fermeture:

15 December - 28 February.

Adresse:

c/Partido de los Juncares s, 14979 Iznájar, Córdoba


Accommodation:(i)
B&B 1 Double room
Prix: (i) € 80 à € 80 par nuit
B&B 1 Twin room
Prix: (i) € 80 à € 80 par nuit
B&B 1 Suite, sleeping 2
Prix: (i) € 115 à € 115 par nuit

Maki Murakushi Ridout & Clive A Ridout

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+34 629 610783(landline)