The Old House of Salinas, Cuenca
Flat in Salinas del Manzano, Cuenca, Spain
7 guests • 5 beds • 1 bathroom
About
Cozy ground-floor apartment in the oldest house of Salinas del Manzano, perfect for those who value simplicity and tranquility. The building has two additional floors above. The apartment features four bedrooms (two doubles, two for children), a fully equipped kitchen, and a complete bathroom. Although there is no central heating, the fireplace and thick walls create a fresh and cozy atmosphere. Enjoy excellent quality mountain water. Located in the upper neighborhood with scenic views, it’s an ideal spot for nature exploration. Parking is conveniently available right at the door.
YOUR PROPERTY
Situated on the main street of the upper neighborhood, this corner house, facing east and south, invites you to start your day with breakfast on the sunny porch.
As you step inside, you’ll be greeted by a cozy living-dining room with a wood-burning stove next to the fireplace, perfect for unwinding after a day of exploring the region. The fully equipped kitchen connects to a practical storage room. The bedrooms, located in the interior part carved into the mountain, offer a peaceful and serene retreat, while an interior lightwell ensures the house is well-lit.
In the hallway, you’ll find a washing machine, and you can dry your clothes on the porch next to the planter. The complete bathroom, which includes a bathtub, is conveniently located near the bedrooms.
This house is ideally located, equidistant from cities like Cuenca, Teruel, and Albarracín, and just 2 hours from Madrid and Valencia, making it the perfect starting point to explore the region and rediscover the pleasures of a simple life connected to history.
AMENITIES AND COMMON AREAS
The ground floor is a private apartment. Access to the upper dwellings is through a gate located next to the apartment’s entrance, making the porch a shared space for socializing with neighbors (if any).
GUEST INTERACTION
I live far away, so it’s likely that your arrival will be self-check-in.
OTHER IMPORTANT DETAILS
Here are some of my favorite walks:
- Las Eras, Cementerio, Fuente de la Arquilla, and Fuente del Moral
- Ermita de San Roque
- El Salero Romano
Recommended half-hour drives include:
- Abandoned village of Cañigral
- Picnic area at 40°07’11.6″N 1°30’50.4″W and Cabriel River pool at 40°07’43.4″N 1°30’21.1″W
- San Pedro Mill Waterfall on the Cabriel River
And finally, some of my favorite one-hour excursions:
- Birthplace of the Cuervo River
- Cuenca and the Enchanted City or Cuenca and the Lagoons of Cañada del Hoyo
- Albarracín
- Teruel and the Red Canyon
IIn the village, there is a pelota court with futsal goals and two basketball hoops.
Pricing
Sun-Thu €75/night
Fri-Sat €75/night
+1 guest €10/night
Fiestas (15 to 18 Aug) x1.5
* The prices may vary
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