10 LOVELY RURAL COTTAGES

THIS WINTER, ENJOY IN A RURAL COTTAGE

December is a month of celebrations. Whether they be with family, with friends or coworkers, there’s nothing better than enjoying them in a full rental house. In the middle of nature or near the city, get a wide variety of activities to complete your trip, such as hiking, routes, gastronomy, spa ... These are the best 10 rural cottages for this winter.

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Finca El Cercado (Palencia)

Immersed in the nature of the region of El Cerrato and just a few minutes from the town of Baltanás (southwest of Palencia), this 50 ha full rental cottage is completely surrounded by an ancient medieval wall. It is impossible to get bored in this place - there’s plenty of activities to do, such as hiking, biking, boat trips on the Canal de Castilla, bird watching in the wetlands or activities related to gastronomy and wine tourism to taste the Castilian products and designations of origin of local wines. Also, you can visit the city of Palencia, charming villages, archaeological sites and discover the heritage of the Camino de Santiago or the Romanesque routes.

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Casona de Labrada (Lugo)

Casona de Labrada is an exclusive and sustainable rural complex, just a few kilometers from Taramundi, in the heart of the Eo River, Oscos and Tierras de Burón Biosphere Reserve. This region has a great ecological value, a quality gastronomy and a great ethnographic and artisan wealth. Casona de Labrada has a strong commitment to the environment, thus providing geothermal heating that prevents CO2 emissions. It also uses energy saving measures, as well as recycled and rain waters. What is most unique is that customers driving electric vehicles may charge them for free at its facilities.

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Casa Rural Palacio (Teruel)

Casa Rural Palacio is located in the historical center of Linares de Mora, declared heritage site, under the early thirteenth century old castle and with excellent views to the village, the mountains and the Hermitage of Santa Ana. It offers the necessary comfort and charm with a mixture of tradition and vanguard in order to enjoy a few days with family or friends in the Sierra de Gúdar. Not just December, but any time throughout the year is perfect to enjoy in Casa Rural Palacio. Enjoy many activities in the surrounding Sierra de Gúdar, such as hiking and adventure sports, skiing, mycology, going to Dinópolis with your kids, watch the stars and visit other charming villages in the area, such as Rubielos de Mora, Cantavieja or Mosqueruela.

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