WELCOME TO FINCA AL-MANZIL
Finca Al-manzil is 22 hectare finca on the S.W. slope of the Sierra de Montanchez. One approaches the finca along a winding lane, part of the ancient system of communication that link even the most remote parts of the sierra. We are in olive and fig country and it is a delight to see the carefully tended land along the way. As we climb and turn the last bend we see a marvellous vista of five craggy peaks erupting out of the sumptuous green of the sierra. We have arrived. The peaks are like the guardians of the finca, wherever you may roam, look up and there they will be, simply magical! 
We are in the excellent position of being able to offer an interesting and rewarding holiday for our guests. Enjoy the unique benefits to be gained from this area of the Extremadura, the rich nature, the ancient Roman and Moorish vestiges, the healthy natural food products and most of all the comfortable, friendly and versatile environment to enjoy all these pleasures at Finca Al-manzil.
Please check the blog for Finca al-manzil for a constant update on latest goings on and lots of information on interesting things to do near the finca.
www.finca-al-manzil.blogspot.com 

Bicycle hire is available.
We have 4 horses that are available for experienced riders and 2 donkeys for gentler rides.

ACCOMMODATION
There is a flexible choice of accommodation at the finca on a daily or weekly basis and also the opportunity to book the new cooking course for a week (see separate entry) OR maybe just a morning or two while you are staying at the Cortijo, Barn or Casa Alfarera. 
We have two houses on Finca al-manzil , The CORTIJO and the BARN. There is also CASA ALFARERA which is 300m up the lane from the finca.

THE CORTIJO
The cortijo has been renovated with loving care using traditional materials, the windows, thick shutters and doors were made by our local carpenter with seasoned chestnut. 
The spacious double height sitting room stays cool in summer and is cosy in the colder months with a wood burning fire. There are lots of books, DVDs and comfy chairs. Doors lead on to the porch and terrace with lovely views of the surrounding countryside. The kitchen is well equipped and features a marvellous old stone work table, very inspirational for imaginative cooks. The dining room leads off the kitchen; there is a huge 3.30 metre dining table and access to the back terrace with barbecue and sweeping views up to the peaks. The little path to the swimming pool starts here.
There is accommodation for 6 people in three comfortable bedrooms, all have en-suite bathrooms. We have a cot and 2 camp beds for children if needed. The upstairs bedroom has access to a secluded 20m2 roof terrace with the best views of the mountain. The other two twin bedrooms lead off the porch, a lovely space for enjoying the views and star gazing at night. Private entrance gate and driveway to entrance hall of the cortijo

We are keeping the grounds as natural as possible but with stone paths for better and safer access to all parts of the finca, especially the higher part which contains many old stone shelters, chozos, springs and wonderful vistas from the spectacular rock formations.

We want our guests to be able to enjoy a safe  and rewarding wander around the finca and beyond, using the original ancient paths, two of which lead to the castle of Montanchez. We plan to revive as much pathway as possible as it is a truly great experience to walk on Roman and Moorish history.

The historic cities of Merida, Caceres, Trujillo and Guadalupe are nearby for the cultural and historical inspiration.

Cistern in Caceres

Merida Roman Theatre