El Pastor is situated in an outstanding valley in the Parque Natural of the Sierra de Grazalema 7km from the village, in a secluded rural position at an altitude of 600 meters, with the nearest neighbour a few minutes walk away.
El Pastor is built on the site of an old mill and bakery and its focus is the river which can be seen from most of the windows. The accommodation is simple and typical of farmhouses and mills in the area, there is a good internet wifi connection.. The garden is planted with native plants including rosemary and lavender. There are various outside areas where one can relax and a short path takes you to the river (which powered the mill), where a waterfall has created a natural plunge pool and waterfall which is perfect for swimming in, on hot summer days. This mountainous area is perfect for walking, cycling and bird watching. Scops Owls, Golden Oriels, Griffon Vultures, Black Kites and Bee Eaters have all been spotted close to the mill.
How to get around
We have four airports nearby: Malaga, Seville, Gibraltar and Jerez de la Frontera
Grazalema is only 30kms from Ronda, a monumental and romantic town, whose visit is a must and in whose surroundings are the small wineries of the most sought-after wines of the Sierra.
There is one daily bus to Malaga that pass through Ronda.
Seville, Cadiz and Malaga, are approximately 2h. by car.
The centuries-old wineries of Jerez de la Frontera and its famous Andalusian Horses are just an hour away.
Other highlights
We require a minimum stay of three nights.
There are recycling garbage containers at various points in the town and at the exit to the Zurdo road to Grazalema.
Pets are not allowed
Smoking is only allowed outside