Cortijo Vacas Gordas B&B
Castell de Ferro · Andalusia

Cortijo Vacas Gordas B&B

This bed and breakfast in Castell de Ferro offers an outdoor pool, garden and terrace, with continental or buffet breakfast and Granada’s beaches just a few kilometres away.

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9.8 Score
63 Reviews
15:00 Check-in
Nearby Playa Cambriles · 6 km
Parking Free
Wi-Fi Free
Check-in 15:00
Pets Allowed

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Cortijo Vacas Gordas B&B

Cortijo Vacas Gordas B&B is a bed and breakfast in Castell de Ferro with an outdoor swimming pool and rooms with terraces and views of the garden, pool or mountains. Its peaceful setting and outdoor spaces make it suitable for those looking to combine relaxation with days by the sea.

The rooms have air conditioning, a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. Options include double rooms with a double bed or two single beds, as well as a quadruple room with mountain views. The accommodation serves continental or buffet breakfast and offers free WiFi in the rooms. It also has a garden, outdoor furniture and dining area, sun loungers and parasols. Private parking is free; pets are allowed on request and may incur an additional charge. Playa Cambriles is 6 km away, while Playa La Mamola is 15 km away. Its address in the Castell de Ferro area lets you alternate between relaxing at the property and visiting towns and viewpoints along the Granada coast.

Cortijo Vacas Gordas B&B
★ 9.8 · Exceptional · 63 reviews

Plan your stay at Cortijo Vacas Gordas B&B

This bed and breakfast in Castell de Ferro offers an outdoor pool, garden and terrace, with continental or buffet breakfast and Granada’s beaches just a few kilometres away.

Room types

The rooms include a private bathroom, air conditioning and a terrace, and several combine garden views with vistas of the pool and mountains. The accommodation offers double rooms with a double bed and a twin option with two single beds, so you can choose the arrangement that best suits your trip. There is also a quadruple room with mountain views and two double beds.

The double rooms are 15 m², while the quadruple room measures 20 m². Available features include a coffee machine, toiletries, towels and a hairdryer; the terraces and views give each room its own character. The largest room also has mountain and garden views, as well as a power socket by the bed. Overall, these rooms have private bathrooms and outdoor space, with differences in bed layout, floor area and the scenery you can see from each one.

Double Room with Pool View — Cortijo Vacas Gordas B&B
Double Room with Pool View
15 m²

  • 1 double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Pool view
  • Terrace

At 15 m², this double room stands out for its pool views, alongside views of the garden and mountains. The terrace provides private outdoor space, and the coffee machine is a practical extra during your stay. Its layout, with one double bed, is designed for two people.

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Double Room with Pool View - Twin Beds — Cortijo Vacas Gordas B&B
Double Room with Pool View - Twin Beds
15 m²

  • 2 single beds
  • Max 2 guests
  • Garden view
  • Mountain view

This 15 m² room has two single beds instead of a double bed, a useful difference when travelling with someone else. From the terrace, you can see the pool, garden and mountains. The room also has air conditioning and a private bathroom.

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Double Room with Pool View — Cortijo Vacas Gordas B&B
Double Room with Pool View
15 m²

  • 1 double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Terrace
  • Garden view

The terrace and garden views are the most distinctive features of this 15 m² double room, which also overlooks the pool and mountains. It has a double bed and private bathroom; toiletries and towels complete the practical amenities.

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Quadruple Room with Mountain View — Cortijo Vacas Gordas B&B
Quadruple Room with Mountain View
20 m²

  • 1 extra-large double bed and 1 large double bed
  • Max 4 guests
  • Mountain view
  • Power socket near the bed

At 20 m², this is the largest of the room options described and stands out for its mountain and garden views. It has an extra-large double bed and a large double bed, as well as a terrace and private bathroom. There is also a power socket by the bed.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

  • you want a continental or buffet-style breakfast.
  • you’re travelling by car and want free private parking without needing to reserve it.
  • you need free WiFi in your room.
  • you’re travelling with a pet: pets are allowed on request and an additional charge may apply.
  • you’d like to combine an outdoor pool and garden with nearby beaches such as Playa Cambriles, 6 km away.

Maybe not, if...

  • you need a wide check-in window: check-in takes place between 15:00 and 16:00.
  • you’re travelling with someone under 18 who is not accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.
  • you want to hold a stag or hen party or another party at the accommodation.
  • you need to make noise at night: quiet hours are from 23:00 to 07:00.

Hotel facilities & services

The outdoor spaces are a key feature: there is a garden, outdoor furniture, an open-air dining area and a terrace with a sunbathing area. Board games and outdoor play equipment are also available for spending time at the property. Air conditioning, heating and a mosquito net offer options for different times of year, while a private entrance completes the room amenities.

Private parking is free, and WiFi is available in the rooms at no extra cost. Breakfast can be continental or buffet-style, and a kettle and coffee machine are provided. Special diet menus are available on request. For days at the beach, the accommodation provides sun loungers, chairs and parasols. Pets are allowed on request and may incur an additional charge. The facilities combine outdoor spaces for dining and relaxing with practical services to help you organise your stay in Castell de Ferro.

Great for your stay

  • Free parking
  • Private bathroom
  • Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Pets allowed
  • Air conditioning
  • Beach
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Views
  • Terrace

General facilities

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Terrace / sun terrace
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Tour desk
  • Outdoor play equipment
  • Board games / puzzles
  • Air conditioning
  • Mosquito net
  • Heating
  • Private entrance
  • Sun loungers / beach chairs
  • Parasols
  • Non-smoking throughout

Parking

  • Parking

Food & drink

  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Tea/coffee maker

Media & technology

  • Internet

Room amenities

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
  • Bed linen
  • Wardrobe
  • Mountain view
  • Garden view
  • High chair for children
  • Dining table
  • Toaster

Location & what to see

Cortijo Vacas Gordas B&B is in the municipality of Castell de Ferro, on the Granada coast. The landscape combines small rural settlements, hills and the Mediterranean coastline. Ermita Virgen de Fátima is 1.9 km away; the villages of Los Carlos and Jolúcar are 2 km and 2.1 km away, respectively. Gualchos is 3 km away, while Lújar, also 2 km away, offers a chance to visit another inland settlement. Mirador del Conjuro, 4.9 km away, is a specific destination for an outing in the surrounding area.

The coast offers the chance to visit several beaches: Playa Cambriles is 6 km away, Playa La Mamola 15 km, Playa de Melicena 20 km and Playa de Torrenueva 22 km. Federico García Lorca Granada-Jaén Airport is 98 km from the accommodation. There are also restaurants in the area, including Restaurante Altenia, Costa del Sol and La Brisa, all 6 km away, as well as Bar Merco, 4.9 km away. Free private parking makes it easier to arrive by car and travel between the property, the villages and the coast.

On beach days, you can alternate time on the sand with relaxing in the accommodation’s garden or pool. Playa Cambriles is the closest of the beaches mentioned; La Mamola, Melicena and Torrenueva offer more options for coastal outings. For a change of scenery, Mirador del Conjuro and the towns of Gualchos and Lújar make for short trips around Granada. The terrace, sun loungers and parasols also give you the option of spending time relaxing outdoors.

Playa Cambriles — A nearby stretch of coast where you can enjoy the sea and sand. 6 km
Ermita Virgen de Fátima — A small hermitage in the rural surroundings of Castell de Ferro. 1,9 km
Mirador del Conjuro — A viewpoint overlooking the coastal landscape and hills. 4,9 km
Gualchos — A nearby town in Granada, suitable for a short visit around the area. 3,0 km
Lújar — An inland settlement where you can discover another rural corner of Granada. 2,0 km
Playa La Mamola — A beach on the Granada coast for another day by the sea. 15 km

What guests say about Cortijo Vacas Gordas B&B

9.8
Exceptional · 63 reviews
Staff
10.0
Comfort
9.6
Location
8.8
Cleanliness
9.8
Facilities
9.4
Value for money
9.7
Free Wi-Fi
10.0

Guests particularly value the staff’s attentiveness and the cleanliness, with very high ratings for comfort and value for money too. The WiFi receives an excellent rating, while the facilities make a good overall impression.

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