Hacienda El Santiscal
A small country house hotel near Jerez
Garland Award for Quality & Management: Avanza Quality Awards, 2003Conde Nast Johansens Award, Most Excellent Value For Money, 2007
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| Location: | Arcos de la Frontera, (Cadiz) |
| Nearest Town: | Jerez, 37 km (23 miles) |
| Nearest Airports: | Jerez, 37 km (23 miles) |
| Sevilla, 94 km (59 miles) | |
| Number of Rooms: | 12 |
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The original family of El Santiscal was granted the estate in recognition of their noble deeds carried out during the Moorish siege of Ronda.
Here they built the Hacienda El Santiscal as a fortified house in a strategic position which now offers the modern visitor magnificent views across the countryside.
Arcos de la Frontera is a historic town and the capital of the "Pueblos Blancos" (White Villages), near the Grazalema Nature Reserve, now declared a "Biosphere Reserve" by UNESCO. Arcos de la Frontera is one of the prettiest villages in Spain, situated at the top of a high rocky promontory on which are perched a mass of white houses and a medieval Arab castle.
Being a protected historic building (dating from the XVth century), all the rooms are different, including some with wooden coffered ceilings, Arab brick or terracotta floors, typical Spanish furniture, etc. But all are decorated to be welcoming and in keeping with the style of the house, giving it simplicity, elegance and character.
Other facilities include a dining room, a private glass gazebo, a reading room with fireplace, a garden and a swimming pool, terraces, direct access to the lake, an Andalusian central patio, a bar, and a car park. The hotel is surrounded by a large estate with sunflower and wheat fields, and olive trees.
The hotel has seven double rooms, three Junior Suites, one Terrace Suite and one Principal Suite, all fitted out with air conditioning, fully-equipped bathrooms and having magnificent views on the mountains of El Santiscal or the Lake of Arcos. To retain the fresh welcoming atmosphere, smoking is not permitted in the hotel.
Relax and enjoy the luxury of staying in a real Andalusian hacienda.
Restaurant:
The restaurant of El Santiscal is open exclusively to hotel guests, in order to maintain a sense of intimacy and tranquillity. El Santiscal offers the unique concept of an a la carte menu at a fixed price, ensuring that diners can enjoy precisely the meal thay choose without any surprises at the end. Choose from main dishes such as grilled langoustines, Jerez brandy steak with red peppers, salmon and white asparragus, etc.In summer, dinner is served in the central patio, surrounded by flowers and bougainvillea and lit by traditional lanterns.
Hover on a picture to pause the slideshow, click for a bigger photoA Word From the Owner:
"This is an historical and romantic rural hotel where I hope you will feel at home. Beautiful views around the Andalusian countryside and the lake of Arcos. Quietness, charm, character, privacy and nature allow you to escape from stress in a very exclusive and unique building. Pass a few days as lord of an Andalusian Hacienda!!!"Hotel Amenities:
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Nearby Amenities:
Horse-riding, horse-drawn carriages, riding lessons, 4x4 driving, rambling, walking, cycling, bungee-jumping, paragliding, hot-air ballooning, hang-gliding, golf (several top-class courses nearby), wine visits, fishing.The nature reserves of Grazalema, Alcornocales and Coto Doñana are all within driving distance.
The "Pueblos Blancos" (White Villages) are all around.
What We Say:
Here you can live the Andalusian patrician style of life for a few days. We especially liked the bells installed in each room by a previous incumbent, for calling up room service. As they say here, "It's more than a hotel, it's a way of life."Customer Feedback:
"We were charmed by your hotel." F.P.
"The few days we spent at this hotel were some of the best moments of our whole vacation in Spain. The staff did their best to make us feel at home. They had thoughtful gestures like offering guests a choice of hot or cold beverages at night, and a light breakfast instead of a buffet in the morning. We recommend it warmly." R.P.
"The atmosphere is friendly, relaxing and makes guests feel they have stepped into a bygone era. The surrounding fields of sunflowers and other produce seen from all the rooms of this ancient building were once part of the estate, and all in existence before Columbus discovered America. The location is peaceful and private, away from the hustle and bustle yet near to the many events going on in Jerez and Arcos del la Frontera." C.N.
"Another couple asked us, "What are you doing two weeks at Santiscal?" I just said one sentence to them. "Open your eyes, your ears, your senses and your heart.....and you will know why we are here!" It's not only Santiscal, it´s Granada, Cordoba, Seville, Arcos, Jerez, Ronda.....it´s Andalucía and it´s people, to where and to whom we lost our heart! Andalucía es nuestro corazón!!!!!" G.R.
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| Room Rates in Euros (2008) | ||||
| Low Season | High Season | Extra Season | ||
| 1 Jan - 13 Mar 1 - 30 Jul 2 Nov - 23 Dec 28 - 30 Dec (except Fri & Sat) |
All Fri & Sat + 16 Mar - 30 Jun 1 Aug - 1 Nov 24 - 27 Dec 31 Dec - 5 Jan Public Holidays |
20 - 23 Mar 8 - 11 May Jerez Moto GP Seville Fair |
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 Suite
Summer Suite. Large pink bedroom with a kingsize 2m x 2m bed with a hand carved eighteenth century wooden headboard. It has the original beamed ceiling. This room is located in a corner of the building with a small balcony facing the countryside and a terrace overlooking the garden, lake and river. On the terrace you will find two sun loungers and a garden table and two chairs. The bathroom has a bath with shower.
Winter Suite. This romantic suite consists of two rooms, a bedroom with a king size 2m x 2m bed with hand-carved eighteenth century wooden headboard and half canopy and drapes. This room has a small balcony overlooking the countryside and a window overlooking the courtyard. The lounge has four armchairs and a real fireplace; there are two large cupboards and a small fridge inside one. This room has a balcony facing the countryside. There is also a big bathroom with a walk in massage shower and a separate bath. |
€ 112 | € 137 | € 164 | |
| Junior Suite
Junior Suite 3. Large pink room with a kingsize 2m x 2m bed which has a hand-carved antique headboard from the eighteenth century. The room is furnished with an antique cabinet, escritoire and two leather chairs. The room has a small balcony which has amazing views overlooking the garden and pool, the Arcos lake and the Guadalete river.
Junior Suite 4. Large peach twin-bedded room, ideal for an extra bed. Both headboards are eighteenth century and made of hand-carved wood. There is also an antique hand-carved side table and a bedside table. The room has a walk-in wardrobe. There is an airy bathroom with a small balcony and another balcony in the bedroom, both of them with beautiful views over the garden, pool, Arcos lake and Guadalete river. Junior Suite 9. Large romantic room with a kingsize 2m x 2m bed which has a small canopy with drapes. The room is furnished with antique bedside tables and wardrobe from the eighteenth century. Its ceiling is very high. A small section of the lake can be seen from its small balcony. |
€ 94 | € 124 | € 148 | |
| Double Room
Double Room 1. Large twin bedded room, with an original beamed ceiling and two small balconies, one overlooking the courtyard and the other the local countryside.
Double Room 5. Small bedroom with a double bed which stands by the wall surrounded by a hand-engraved wooden surround which dates back to the eighteenth century together with the wardrobe and bedside table. It has the original domed ceiling and windows overlooking Arcos. Double Room 6. Small romantic bedroom with a double bed that stands by the wall. It has a forged iron headboard, forged iron glass topped tables and a half canopy with drapes. The bedside table and wardrobe date back to the eighteenth century. It has the original domed ceiling. Arcos can be seen from its window. Double Room 7. Small room with a double bed that stands by the wall. Antique forged iron headboard with inlaid painted wooden plaque. The bedside table and wardrobe date back to the eighteenth century. It has the original domed ceiling. Arcos can be seen from its window. Double Room 8. Romantic double bedded room with a headboard canopy and drapes, the bed stands by the wall. This room shows the original domed ceiling. Window facing Arcos. Double Room 10. Twin bedded room with mustard coloured walls and ceiling and contrasting blue accessories and bedding. Both beds have antique hand-carved headboards from the eighteenth century that match the bedside table and wardrobe and two antique chairs. Its window overlooks the countryside and some local houses. Double Room 11. Green/yellow twin bedded room with a high domed ceiling. The room has an antique bedside table and wardrobe from the eighteenth century. Its window faces onto the courtyard. |
€ 75 | € 99 | € 119 | |
| Double Room (single occupancy) | € 66 | € 80 | € 119 | |
| Minimum Stay:
2 nights, if the stay includes a Saturday 3 nights (Public Holidays) |
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| Public Holidays: 28 Feb - 2 Mar, 1 - 4 May, 10 - 13 Oct, 5 - 8 Dec | ||||
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Cancellations:
For High Season, Extra Season, Public Holidays and Min Stay periods, cancellation must be received in writing (fax or e-mail) no later than 21 days before arrival. Cancellations after that time, no-shows or early departures will be charged 50% of the booking.For Mid Season, the cancellation period is 14 days and the charge is 30%.
For Low Season, the cancellation period is 7 days and the charge is 25%.
