Casas Almorós

La Romana, Valencia & Costa Blanca, Spain
Book from USD 295

A charming trio of toddler-friendly cottages (sleeping 4-6) in Costa Blanca's serene hinterland, full of Spanish character and thoughtful family extras

A charming trio of toddler-friendly cottages (sleeping 4-6) in Costa Blanca's serene hinterland, full of Spanish character and thoughtful family extras

Hidden away in the hills high above Alicante, this 100-year-old almond farm is a game-changer for young families. With just three self-catering cottages, it’s intimate, relaxed and equipped with every baby and toddler essential you could possibly need, from blackout blinds and bath toys to bed guards and Bumbos. Here, kids can potter about in a safe shaded playground, splash in the solar-heated toddler pool or dive into soft play and craft sessions, while parents sip complimentary poolside drinks and soak up the bucolic views.

Owners Andy and Nikki have cracked the code for stress-free family travel, offering three weekly home-cooked meals (an arrival barbecue, a crowd-pleasing spag bol and a fun pizza-and-cinema night), alongside unlimited ice pops, an onsite gym and pampering massages. Spend your days exploring the sleepy Spanish towns of La Romana and Algueña, taking day trips to the Costa Blanca beaches or hiking the hinterland trails. Whether booking a single cottage or the whole property for a multi-generational retreat, this is somewhere you’ll want to return year after year.

Highs

  • Peaceful setting in rural Spain, full of authentic local character
  • Owners Andy and Nikki are parents themselves; the whole place is safe, secure and designed with young kids in mind
  • Cottages are very well equipped, so you can travel (relatively) light
  • Three weekly meals are included, where you can socialise with other families
  • Mummy Mondays feature a family buffet breakfast and complimentary massage for mums

Lows

  • The remote location means you’ll need a car for eating out and excursions
  • The nearest beach is 45 minutes away
  • No credit cards are accepted for on-site extras (cash preferred) or balance payments (transfer or Paypal)
  • With only 3 cottages, and only weekly stays (Saturday-Saturday), the best weeks sell out fast

Best time to go

The Costa Blanca region enjoys a dry and sunny Mediterranean climate, making Casas Almorós a great option for a May or October holiday - perfect for both splashing in the pool and exploration further afield. June-August can be baking (high 30s celsius), but the cottages have air-con, the pool is a few steps away, and there are breezy beaches within an hour.

Our top tips

To sample authentic cuisine and local wine in a beautiful courtyard setting, one of the region’s best bodegas is just a 10-minute drive away. English-speaking babysitters are available if you fancy a meal out without the kids.

Great for...

Family
Great Outdoors
  • Family Cottages
  • 3 cottages for 2-6
  • Self-catering; drive to restaurants
  • All ages welcome
  • Closed: November - mid-May
  • Heated Pool
  • Spa Treatments
  • Beach nearby
  • Pet Friendly
  • Disabled Access
  • Car essential
  • Parking
  • Restaurants Nearby
  • WiFi
  • Air Conditioning
  • Guest Lounge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gym
  • Daily Maid Service
  • Towels & Bedlinen
Room:

Rooms

The three two-storey cottages, once occupied by farm workers, are in a terrace. Each has been lovingly restored to reflect the region’s rustic character, with terracotta-tiled floors, chunky wooden furniture and lofty beamed ceilings. The open-plan interiors are light and airy, designed for family living, with fully fitted modern kitchens (complete with washing machine) and a dedicated play area/room filled with toys and books. Each cottage has a private enclosed garden and gas barbecue, for easy alfresco meals.

Casa Uva and Casa Oliva, both three-bedroom cottages, sleep up to six guests, offering plenty of space for family groups. Casa Almendra, the two-bedroom retreat, features a particularly lovely master bedroom with an emperor-size bed and opulent rolltop bath. The kids bedrooms are known as Little Explorer Rooms due to the big maps on the walls, a nice touch. All bedrooms have ensuite bathrooms and most have flexible kingsize/twin bed set-ups.

Features include:

  • Air conditioning
  • Central heating
  • Coffee / tea making
  • Cots available
  • Hairdryer
  • Radio
  • Satellite TV
  • Terrace/balcony
  • Toiletries
  • Washing machine
  • WiFi

Eating

The cottages are fully equipped with everything you need to self-cater, including an oven, dishwasher, microwave and Dolce Gusto coffee machine. Andy and Nikki make it easy for you with a generous welcome pack of essentials (bread, milk, wine, yoghurts, fruit, eggs, pasta, baby wipes and much more), plus they offer a grocery shopping service to ease you into holiday mode.

Three home-cooked meals are included with your weekly stay: a first-night welcome barbecue for guests to mingle, spaghetti Bolognese on ‘Mummy Mondays’ and a pizza and film night with popcorn for kids, while the adults enjoy sangria and nibbles on the terrace. The nearby village of La Romana has grocery shops, traditional restaurants and a weekly market selling local produce.

Features include:

  • Bar
  • Barbecue
  • Coffee maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Food blender
  • Fridge
  • Full kitchen
  • Hob or stove
  • Kids' meals
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Shopping service
  • Toaster
  • Vegan options
  • Vegetarian options
Eating:
Activity:

Activities

  • Relax while your little ones enjoy the extensive child-friendly facilities, including an outdoor playground, sandpit, trampoline, toddler pool, soft play, dressing up and craft sessions
  • Explore the nearby village of La Romana with its winding streets, tapas bars, traditional weekly market and many parks
  • Drive 40 minutes to Alicante to visit the beautiful marina, old town, Santa Barbara castle and sandy beaches (Postiguet is very family-friendly)
  • Visit Villajoyosa (one hour away) with its colourful fisherman’s cottages and chocolate factory
  • Take a half-day excursion to explore the Guadalest Valley where the small fortified village of Guadalest has a 12th-century Moorish castle and quaint little streets
  • Head to the Costa Blanca with its palm-lined beaches, zoos, water parks and theme parks
  • Take a glass-bottomed boat trip to the small island of Tabarca – once a pirate hangout – for beach picnics and fishing off the rugged rocks

Kids

Casas Almorós is squarely aimed at families with babies and toddlers, but children of all ages are welcome. The abundance of child-centric amenities, from safety equipment to play areas, means parents actually get to relax. Older children will love the recreation room, featuring a pool table, trampoline and shuffleboard, plus the unlimited ice pops and pool drinks are a big hit. Video baby monitors mean you can sit outside in the evening while your little ones are fast asleep. Within an hour's drive, there's a whole host of activities including zoos, theme parks, water parks, boat trips and the palm-lined beaches of the Costa Blanca.

Best for:

Babies (0-1 years), Toddlers (1-4 years), Children (4-12 years)

Family friendly accommodation:

All three cottages are well set up for young families and feature a kingsize master bedroom, plus either one or two other bedrooms that can be arranged as a twin or kingsize bed. One wooden cot is provided in each cottage with additional travel cots available.

Each cottage is equipped with blackout blinds, nightlights and safety features such as bed guards, bath mats, high chairs and stair gates, accommodating families with infants and toddlers. The private gardens and indoor playrooms provide secure environments for children to explore and play.

Cots Available

Babysitting:

English-speaking babysitters can be arranged.

Baby equipment:

  • Stair gates
  • Pushchair to borrow
  • Baby bedding
  • Potty
  • Night light
  • Digital baby monitors
  • Bottle warming
  • Change Mat
  • Baby bath, bath seat and toys
  • Toilet trainer seat
  • Non-slip bathmat
  • Bedguards
  • Room thermometer
  • Blackout shutters in all rooms
  • High chair
  • Booster seat
  • Bumbo
  • Cold water steriliser
  • Weaning bowls
  • Bibs
  • Free flow cups
  • Hand-held blender
  • Baby & child cutlery, bowls, cups & plates
  • Cupboard locks
  • Socket guards
  • Perfect Prep Machine
  • Bouncing chair
  • Playmat
  • Baby toys & cardboard books
  • Beach umbrella
  • UV tent (available on first come first served basis)

Remember  baby and child equipment may be limited or need pre-booking

Children's meals:

The three weekly meals are all family favourites: a barbecue, spaghetti bolognese and pizza. Kids can also enjoy free unlimited ice lollies and drinks.

Kids Activities on site:

  • Large enclosed solar-heated swimming pool with a separate toddler area and inflatable toys
  • High-spec shaded playground with trampoline and sandpit
  • Craft activities three times a week
  • Games room
  • Indoor soft play
  • Ride on toys
  • Dressing up rail
  • Baby and kids toys, books and DVDs in each cottage

Kids Activities nearby:

  • Playgrounds in the local village
  • Beach
  • Zoos
  • Theme Parks
  • Water Parks
  • Boat Trips
  • Crazy Golf

Families Should Know:

The whole property is very safe and secure for young children, with a fully fenced pool with toddler area and a gated playground with sun shades; there are no steps between the cottages and the pool. The cottages feature enclosed gardens and safety equipment, such as stairgates, bed guards and non-slip bathmats. There is mobile signal on the property.

Distances:

  • Airport: 40-50 minutes
  • Hospital: 35-40 minutes
  • Shops: 6 minutes
Kid Friendly:

Location

Set in the mountainous region near Alicante, Casas Almorós offers a serene escape from bustling tourist areas. The nearest village, La Romana, provides a glimpse into authentic Spanish life with its parks and local eateries.

By Air:
Alicante Airport is the closest, approximately a 40-minute drive, making the property accessible yet secluded. Second is Murcia which is a 1 hour drive. 3rd choice for distance is Valencia (2 hours).

From the Airport:
The easiest option is to hire a car and so you can explore the area. Casas Almorós does not arrange airport transfers.

Detailed directions will be sent to you when you book through i-escape.

Airports:

  • Alicante Airport 46.0 km ALC
  • Valencia Airport 180.0 km VLC

Other:

  • Beach 48.0 km
  • Shops 6.0 km
  • Restaurant 6.0 km

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