I am Oliver. I came across the Alpujarras by chance during my journey through Spain in the mid 80’s. This was about the same time as the famous book writer Chris Stewart arrived into the area. Years later he published his bestseller ‘Driving Over Lemons: An Optimist in Andalucia (The Lemons Trilogy)’ where he tells all these funny tales and amazing experiences he had in this very region. I also discovered the same sort of authentic unspoiled paradise as he did. Back then, south of Granada was very different to what it is now. The area was impoverished, there were not many cars around but lots of donkeys instead, TV was a novelty and people actually ‘lived’ in the bars. There was no VAT tax yet and no motorway for hundreds of miles. Granada was a day journey away and northern Europe a different planet. I was in heaven. I’ve been living in this area for almost 30 years and my children were born and grew up here. I absolutely love this region. Since then, I’ve been exploring the many things this area has to offer: hiking, skiing, cycling, snorkeling, biking, cooking, climbing and partying, of course. It´s my home and it feels like paradise!

I’m always happy to give practical tips and advice about all you can enjoy in the region. In the house you will find a detailed information brochure including road, street and hiking maps and helpful suggestions and descriptions about walks, hikes, nice car rides, beaches, restaurants, shopping, cultural events, ticket bookings, etc.

Oliver Baun purchased this house in 1995.

I am Maria. I grew up in these lands and then I went to travel the world for two decades. After living in many places, I began to feel that it was time to return to live in nature and have a more peaceful lifestyle. So I went back and here I found the perfect place to live, to dedicate myself to the thousand things that I like and to share this corner with the guests and travelers that we are lucky enough to host.
In addition to supporting Oliver in the management of the houses, I offer additional services as a professional masseuse, with massage and massage techniques from Essalen, focused on the relaxation of body and mind and the relief of minor ailments and tensions.

STANDARDS
Our property is a lawful family-tourism business which is registered and monitored by the Spanish Tourism Authority “Consejería de Turismo y Deporte” and guarantees the highest standards for equipment, safety, hygiene and general quality. It also has the official Andalusian seal AGROCOLOR as an organic olive and orange farm.
We have over 20 years of experience as landlords and the continuous improvement of the houses will guarantee our guests a thoroughly smooth and relaxing holiday. This can be confirmed by the excellent feedback left by our wonderful guests (please check our reviews).