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Tranquil Country Hotel, Guest Comments, Alora, Malaga, Andalucia |
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2010
"We had a very special holiday here. Your hospitality is totally exceptional and we hope to see you again."
Ian & Geraldine, Bristol, UK, Feb 2010
"Many thanks for making our stay enjoyable and stress free. Your hospitality is amazing and we even our cup of coffee will remind us of our holiday in the costa del sol! "
Peter & Ann, Yorkshire, UK, Feb 2010
"Thank you for a wonderful holiday. Beautiful countryside, great hospitality and Special Place. We would love to come back"
Aidan, Kate & Reece, Co. Clare, Republic of Ireland, Jan 2010
2009
"Thanks once again for a wonderful holiday - We shall return for our 5th visit soon!! "
Dyfrig & Nia, Bangor, Wales, Oct 2009
"We have enjoyed our stay and thank you for your hospitality and delicious meals."
Norbert & Brigitte, Paris, France, Oct 2009
"A really refreshing break, beautiful mountain, stunning food, and excellent friendship. Exceptional. "
Joan & Peter, Cheshire, Oct 2009
"Great location and stunning setting with the warmest hospitality ever. Wonderful."
Robert & Alex , Hampshire, UK, Oct 2009
"Thank you for your warm hospitality, good humour and of course great food. Most probably return once more to meet with our new friends."
Claude & Annelisa, Geneva, Switzerland, Sept 2009
"Plenty of everything - relaxation, sightseeing and wonderful food! A delightful house in a lovely part of Spain. Thank you for your care and helping us to have a great holiday."
Ruth, Andrew & Diana, Cambridgeshire, UK, Sept 2009
"A special place run by special people. Thank you so much & until next time."
Ann & Martin, Hertfordshire, UK, July 2009
"Another great relaxing week with excellent hosts. Every but as good as last year!."
Tony & Gillian David, Wokingham, UK, July 2009
"Perfect haven with unrivalled hosts!."
Sigi & David, Surrey, UK, July 2009
"Thank you for making our holiday one of the most memorable. Christine will always look back at her 50th Birthday and remember fondly our days with you. We are already looking forward to our return visit."
Jim & Christine, Whitley Bay, UK, June 2009
"A return visit. Thank you again for a wonderful break. Everything was just as fabulous as before, and thank you for taking care of us."
Debbie & Mark, Wilts, UK, June 2009
"Thank you for a fantastic long weekend. The pool, the peace, and the quiet were lovely. Great visit to the lakes and brilliant horse riding in the mountains."
Patrice & Jessica, Baldwin, UK, June 2009
"Thank you Ann & Alan for telling us about this place. It has been 2 weeks of heaven with the hosts that nothing is too much trouble, Wonderful holiday.!."
Pauline & Richard, Hampshire, UK, June 2009
"Many thanks for a wonderful week in all respects. It has exceeded our expectations and we are sure this won't be our last visit."
Ann & Peter, Dorset, UK, June 2009
"Simply Perfect. The accommodation, the food, the location, the company, and last-but-not-least the perfect hosts. "
Stuart & Dawn, West Sussex, UK, June 2009
"We had a lovely relaxing stay with the phenomenal food and company. We will definitely be back."
Jo & Neil, Liverpool, UK, June 2009
"What a fantastic place. Warm and Welcoming hosts and the food that is to die for."
Hazel & John, Edinburgh, UK, May 2009
"And so we returned one year on! A privilege to stay with such thoughtful hosts. Thank you for everything - only 40 more friends to bring back!!."
Ross & Karen, Birmingham, UK, Apr 2009
"Hospitality and attention to detail second to none. The food and surroundings are outstanding with fantastic hosts. We will be back "
Steve & Suzanne, Leicestershire, UK, Apr 2009
"Lovely area, good company, excellent food, friendly hosts and plenty of books. What more can one ask for!"
Jane & Gerald, Oakham, UK, Apr 2009
"Once again a fantastic time amongst the green landscape! Best time to do walking and exploring. Wonderful food (again) and company. Won't be long before we will back again!!."
Jo & Les, Herts, UK, Apr 2009
"Really nice place and great hospitality. Fantastic. Thank you so much & we will be back."
Judith & Nici, Cheshire, UK, Mar 2009
"Another faultless stay and hope to come stay again soon."
Roger & Hazel, Leeds, UK, Feb 2009
2008
"What spoiling! You are 5-star hosts. Thank you for a wonderful stay at your lovely cortijo."
Tony & Joan, Plettenberg Bay, Republic of South Africa, Dec 2008
"Really enjoyed our stay here and appreciated the thoughtful attention to detail, helpful travel hints and glorious garden."
Ann & Ian, Edinburgh, UK, Nov 2008
"Thank you for your excellent hospitality. The rooms and the environment are wonderful and the food is exceptional. We hope to return one day."
Stacey, Christoph, Chloe & Niels, Deb Haas, Netherlands, Oct 2008
"Thank you for everything. We have been treated better than the King & Queen of Sweden!."
Rolf & Trudi, Spanga, Sweden, Oct 2008
"What a wonderful holiday in a perfect place. Friendly and welcoming hosts, making us feel like old family friends. Caroline's cooking is superb. Met some super people and our best holiday ever. We will be back."
Ann & Alan, Bedfordshire, UK, Oct 2008
"A great balance between warm hospitality and the possibility to relax and discover the countryside."
Tanja, Manuel & Salomo, Essen, Germany, Oct 2008
"Happy to stay but sad to leave! What a lovely oasis with wonderful food and company."
Tony & Maria, Herts, UK, Oct 2008
"What a wonderful area, accompanied by great accommodation, food and hosts. Wish we were staying longer."
Ruth & Ian, Dublin, Rep. of Ireland, Oct 2008
"Our third visit. It is as enchanting as ever with superb weather and food plus excellent hosts. What more could you ask for?."
Kay & Neale, North Yorkshire, UK, Sept 2008
"Thank you both for a great holiday. Our first visit to this area , but will would certainly like to return."
Sally, Jerry & Becky, Devon, UK, Sept 2008
"Thank you for making our return visit with our friends so good. We have had a super time and hope to visit you again."
Roger & Hazel, Leeds, UK, Sept 2008
"Thanks to both for an absolutely fabulous stay. Loved the place. See you again."
Maria & Kevin, Herts, UK, Sept 2008
"Our 2nd Visit in 2 months! Superb, Fantastic and Brilliant. A complete chill-out, shared with some new friends. We will obviously be back!."
Andy & Michelle , Bristol, UK, Aug 2008
"What can we say that has not been said or written before! This is "THE" place to stay if you want peace, tranquility, glorious views, and a dinner party every night with superb food and wonderful hosts. Thank you for a fabulous 2 weeks away from the daily grind. P. S. When will we see the cookbook from Cortijo Valverde?!!."
Mark & Vivian, Hampshire, UK, Aug 2008
"Thank you for making our return trip with friends so good. We've had a super time. Hope to see you again. "
Hazel & Roger, Cheshire, UK, Aug 2008
"Well, what a wonderful week. Don't plan to diet as you will not be able to resist Caroline's cooking. It is a great base to explore the neighbouring sites with the pool being a welcome break in the late afternoon. Wonderful company around the meal table. We had a great time and we will definitely be back. "
Joe & Les, Herts, UK, Aug 2008
"Fantastic experience. I wish we had come here first and stayed for our entire holiday and toured from here."
Duncan, Melanie & Gabrielle, Cambridge, UK, Aug 2008
"Our expectations have been surpassed by this beautiful place and wonderful caring hosts. The attention to detail and thought that goes into the guests experience is wonderful and so hard to find these days. We are sad to be leaving."
Mark & Debbie, Gloucestershire, UK, Aug 2008
"Great spot, wonderful food, and the perfect hosts. We had a wonderful break in an idyllic surroundings - Thanks."
Gillian & Tony, Wokingham, UK, Aug 2008
"If you have never been spoiled, then that is about to change!! Very relaxing, great food, great surroundings Thank you for making us so welcome. We look forward to seeing you in 2009!. "
Emma & Kim, Luton, Beds, UK, July 2008
"You have given us a truly wonderful week and made us so welcome. Wish it was longer. "
Nick & Gill , Bedfordshire, UK, July 2008
"What a fantastic and relaxing place. We have absolutely loved it. "
Ann & Paul, Beverly, UK, July 2008
"Excellent. Friendly and helpful hosts. How rare it is to find somewhere where everything is perfect!"
Joy, Karl & Pippa, UK, July2008
"Great location, outstanding hosts and don't even bother eating out! Just be glad that the Michelin guide has not find Caroline yet! We will be back. "
Carin & Ulco, Nimegen, Netherlands, June 2008
"Thank you for your wonderful hospitality and Caroline's fantastic cooking. Unfortunately we only came for two days, but will be back for a longer stay. "
Lizzie & Neel , London, UK, June 2008
"We are taking away many special memories of our stay and particularly our Wedding Day. Cortijo Valverde fulfilled all our hopes and dreams for our special day, making it romantic and magical. This place will always have a special place in our hearts and we will be back."
Lee & Helen, Stoke-on-Tees, UK, May 2008
"We said we would be back and this time it was even better. Peaceful, friendly and relaxing. See you soon again!! "
Eric & Mary, Middlesborough, UK, May 2008
"Everything as good as ever. A brilliant solo performance!! "
Lyn & Allan, Dorset, UK, May 2008
"Simply Perfect. Great hosts and great food. Just what we needed to recharge our batteries. "
Kate & Andy , Devon, UK, May 2008
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"What a beautiful, peaceful oasis! You are wonderful hosts and we have really enjoyed ourselves. You have really got it right! "
Sue, Steve & Joe, Birmingham, UK, May 2008
"We came, we saw and you conquered! Thank you for making our Honeymoon so special. We will be back.! "
Ross & Karen, Birmingham, UK, April 2008
"Thank you so much for creating this little piece of paradise. We felt like we have been visiting friends. "
Kathy, Bill & Katherine, New Hampshire, USA, April 2008
"A lovely break and just what we needed. Thank you for arranging everything and looking after us so well. Perfect hosts, delicious home cooking and beautiful scenery. Guided trip to the lakes a real highlight."
Bernie & Oliver, Rep. of Ireland, April 2008
"What a beautiful, peaceful oasis! You are wonderful hosts and we have really enjoyed ourselves. You have really got it right! "
Sue, Steve & Joe, Birmingham, UK, April 2008
"Great food, great wine and wonderful company. Thank you for sharing your beautiful home with us and hope that this is the first of many visits."
Kirsteen & David, Edinburgh, UK, April 2008
"We have had a lovely, relaxing holiday in beautiful countryside with 5-star catering. Thanks for a truly great holiday."
Heather & Peter, Cheshire, UK, April2008
"Good food, Good Wine, Wonderful home-from-home, with fantastic weather and the best hosts. We will be back again and again! "
Bob & Carole, Cambridge, UK, April 2008
"Thank you for a wonderful few days, just the break we needed."
Nicole & Henry , London, UK, Mar 2008
"Thank you for making our short break a really great time."
Peter & Pam , Costa Blanca, Spain, Mar 2008
"A wonderful stay in your delightful home. We leave with fond memories and all our best wishes for the future. "
12 Harley-Davidson Members (The Bikers Bunch!), Somerset & Devon, UK, Feb 2008
"What a start to the New Year! Snow at home but here wintry Andalucia sunshine with warmth & hospitality everywhere at this beautiful retreat."
Simon & Helga, Birmingham, UK, Jan 2008
2007
"What a lovely place, the very best place we have ever stayed for a holiday. We look forward to coming back."
Mary & Simon, Wales, UK, Dec 2007
"An excellent Christmas with great hosts, accommodation and food. Will certainly be back."
Margaret & Peter, Cordoba, Spain, Dec 2007
"A truly memorable Christmas with excellent company. "
Ann & Alan, Antequera, Spain, Dec 2007
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"Our stay has been very special. You have found the magic formula and feel we arrived as guest but leave as friends."
Carol & Peter, Nerja, Spain, Dec 2007
"Thank you for everything. It was a great time for us all ."
Janice & 13 Shopping Ladies!, Yorkshire, UK, Dec 2007
"all the ingredients for a wonderful holiday are here. We will certainly recommend it to our friends. Many thanks."
Andy & Alison, East Anglia, UK, Oct 2007
"What can we possibly say that has not been said already. You have achieved perfection. Thank you for a fantastic holiday."
Iwan & Jo, Lancashire, UK, Oct 2007
"Our second visit and feels like we've never been away. A wonderful week with great food & company. Thank you for a lovely holiday."
Allan & Liz, West Yorkshire, UK, Oct 2007
"This was the most perfect holiday. Beautiful scenery, comfortable accommodation, excellent food and wonderful hosts. We will be back."
Helen & Geoff, Cambs, UK, Oct 2007
"Thank you for a very relaxing & informative 5-days and we wish we were staying longer. We will be back and send our friends"
Peggy & Rich, Boston, USA, Oct 2007
"We had a wonderful week, nice swimming pool, great hosts. Thank you."
Luc & Lieve, Brecht, Belgium, Oct 2007
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"Superb Food, wonderful hosts in a beautiful location. A little paradise."
Christine & Terry, Yorkshire, UK, Sept 2007
"We had a great holiday here. Everything was excellent, the place, the company, the food. We will be back!!."
Kathleen, Raf, & Floor,Wommersom , Belgium, Sept 2007
"We had the best time, great food & very sad to leave."
Phil & Tom, Cork, Rep of Ireland, Sept 2007
"Heaven!!."
Glynis & John, Yorkshire, UK , Aug 2007
"Thank you for a wonderful stay, the hospitality and delicious food. We hope to return again."
Jackie, Georgie & Charlie, Almeria, Spain, Aug 2007
"What a wonderful place. Can't wait to come back! We'll miss you all and thank you for everything."
Steve, Georgina, Sarah & Louisa, Hampshire, UK, Aug 2007
"Better than our expectations! Great place, great hosts & great company. This place reflects its great hosts."
Lorraine & Simon, Essex, UK, Aug 2007
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"5-Start Hospitality. Wonderful relaxing holiday. Hope to meet again"
Carol & Eddie, Yorkshire, UK, Aug 2007
"Wonderful break, good company and excellent hosts. Hope to return."
Hazel & Reg , West Yorkshire, UK, Aug 2007
"The highlight of our trip to Andalucia was the stay at your home. It was so welcoming, comfortable and fun that I want to thank you again. All of us talk about Spain, the adventures, day trips, etc... but we all seem to come back to Cortijo Valverde with the best memories." (via Email)
Kerrie, John, Mackenzie & Kellan, Virginia, USA, July 2007
"This wonderful place helps you "Find" yourself so that you are able to go on again. A true Retreat."
Etta & Robert , Wyoming, USA, July 2007
"For those who enjoy Great food, Good Company & Glorious Views, this is the place for you."
Barry & Rusty, Ringwood, UK, July2007
"Hard to say what's best- the hospitality, the food or the place - all outstanding! The perfect relaxing holiday. We will be back!."
Paul & Sara, London, UK, June2007
"Good food, Good company with attention to every details. Many thanks."
Gordon & Margaret, Northants, UK, June 2007
"Can't say too much or the secret will be out - Fantastic Holiday - Want for nothing."
Colin & Teresa, Nuneaton, UK, June 2007
"Words cannot describe the PERFECT week. Best ever food. Roll on Christmas!! Bien, Bien, Bien.."
Carol, Yorkshire, UK, May 2007
"Paradise found!."
Delma & David, North Yorkshire, UK, May 2007
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"Great hosts, fantastic food, beautiful location - What more could you want? Highly Recommended."
Alf & Carol, Pembrokeshire, UK, April 2007
"If you want a perfect family holiday and haven't got a family, then this is the place!."
"I woke up in Paradise on my 62nd Birthday. We look forward to returning."
Brian & Sandy, Cambs , UK, March 2007
"This place is special. You two make it that way. Thank you for an excellent five days."
Phil & Maureen, Gloucestershire, UK, March 2007
"Coming back next year is probably the best way of saying thank you. Looking forward to our stay next year at Cortijo de Paradiso."
Michel & 10 friendly cyclists!, Oostende, Belgium, March 2007
"This is a place to relax, enjoy the good food and company. See you again. "
Eric & Mary , Middlesborough, UK, March 2007
"Wonderful food, wine & hospitality. See you again soon and thank you for a wonderful chill-out zone!"
Tracey & Nick, Warwickshire, UK, March 2007
"Third time here & it gets better each time. Great hosts, superb food and looking forward to our fourth visit."
Lesley & Ross, Jersey, Feb. 2007
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"We have had a great few days, stunning scenery & fabulous food. We have been made so welcome, we go home refreshed and elated. We hope to return soon."
Allan & Liz , West Yorkshire, UK, Jan 2007
"What a wonderful place! Great break to recharge our batteries in beautiful surrounding and excellent hosts. Leave plenty of room for the Spanish Night! In the words of Gen Mc Arthur 'we shall return'."
Paul, Beth, Pete & Lorna, Liverpool, UK, Jan 2007
2006
"Thank you for your warm welcome, your hospitality, the great food and making us feel at home."
Inge & Michel, De Haan, Belgium, Oct 2006
"Thank you both for your wonderful welcome, hospitality, the fantastic food, peaceful location and good luck for the future."
Simon, Anne & Ethan, Dublin, Rep. Ireland, Oct 2006
"Fantastic!! What fabulous hosts, great food, wonderful views. We will be back and thanks for everything."
Phil & Linda, Vancouver, Canada, Sept 2006
"Fabulous! Wonderful food & hosts. Thank you for making us welcome, which made all the difference to us tired travelers. Keep up your incredible cooking Caroline."
Brian & Diane, Calgary, Canada, Sept 2006
"Fantastic! What stunning views, super hosts & great food. What more can I say"
Jon & Laura, Isle of Man, UK, Sept. 2006
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"A very warm welcome in wonderful surroundings. Superb food, great company - Wish we could have stayed longer. Every good wish in the new venture. We are sure you will be very successful".
John & Shelley, Chester, UK, Sept 2006
"Even better than last year. Wonderful swimming pool, superb cuisine of Caroline's cooking, ten-out-of-ten."
Kay & Neal, Yorkshire, UK, Sept 2006
"Lovely Hotel in a gorgeous area. Great Pool, Smashing Food. Lovely part of Spanish Tradition. Happy & Genial hosts: Another visit is due!"
Paul & Carol, Berkshire, UK, Aug. 2006
"Thoroughly enjoyed our brief stay with you - beautiful location & delicious food. Good luck with the new venture - hope to return to visit you again in the future. Hasta la Vista!"
Gillian & Hugh, Netherlands. Aug. 2006
"A Spanish Paradise. The raw natural beauty of the Scenery, delightful casita, and top swimming pool with mountain backdrop. Caroline is a superb cook - It was like going out to your friends for a dinner every night. We have some fantastic memories of our stay to take back with us - and we will be back! Special mention goes to Ali's Gin & Tonics, which will surely become legendary!! Come here and prepare to unwind!"
Clare & Tony, Devon, UK (July 2006)
"Thank you for a fantastic holiday! You are brilliant hosts, and make your guests so welcome. We wish you every success and look forward to a return visit"
Gary & Margaret, Leeds, UK. (July 2006)
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"We had a peaceful and wonderful holiday. Caroline's vegetarian options were excellent and the hospitality was fantastic. We wish you success in your new venture at Cortijo Valverde, and thank you for a great holiday".
Gerhard & Claudia, Eberbach, Germany. (July 2006)
"Caroline & Ali, you are both lovely people and deserve to succeed in your new venture. We are sure that you will be, given Caroline's cooking expertise and your sense of humour. Good luck and we hope to visit you again."
John and Jenny, Beds, UK. (July 2006)
