The house was very interesting with snippets of history about the family which the host kindly shared. It was nice to spend a moment in time to dream and imagine times gone by. The rooms were furnished like you would expect of the period and many features from a world before. The gardens were extensive and amazing with botanical variety from all over the world. Lots of spaces to cut yourself off and relax with the sound of fountains and frogs and birds or spend time with friends in beautiful surroundings where you could be anywhere you wanted to dream.

If you wanted dinner you need to request in advance where catering can be arranged on special request.

That is a place which can be very likely above expectation. Initially it may be a surprise since have to take a narrow road from a main road, driving alongside of farmland of trees to approach a gate getting to the road through classical, well designed garden of mature trees, bushes and flowers. Finally to see classical palace, your place to stay. Interior perfectly matches the structure. It can feel like someone special when staying there. One side of the garden there is long line of tropical fruit trees, which you are allowed to enjoy. The place is away from busy neighbourhoods and thus for those who like to enjoy quiet countryside. Owner and staff are outstanding making the stay so special.

We like Casa de Los Bates so much and couldn’t see anything wrong.

Remarkable renovated property , quality furniture and contents a real pleasure to stay over. Magnificently tended gardens, swimming pool, "all day" sunshine on a wrap around terrace perfect for end of the day drinks. We (couple 70+) stayed December and enjoyed the wood burning fire in the evenings, comfortable beds, clean "fluffy" towels, toiletries, ample secure car parking, excellent fresh breakfast all supervised by Stuart a competent conceriege who really made our stay.

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It was like staying in a stately home or a home that belongs to royalty or the National Trust in the UK! Beautiful gardens and views. Peaceful and intriguing in equal measure. Loved the host Julio and great to meet Stuart from north Derbyshire who was very welcoming working with Julio. Lovely breakfast with exotic fruit.

It was perhaps difficult to find and the car sat nav took me the wrong way up a mountain. Google map saved the day! The road to the property was narrow and you have to negotiate a small gate that opens with a code.

I travelled with my brother. It is one of the most exciting places we have ever had the opportunity to sleep in. It has a real character, a little mysterious, but at the same time, it is where you feel at home. The hosts were very welcoming and hospitable and made every effort to ensure we had a good time. The traditional Andalusian breakfast was served, including bread with olive oil, tomato, avocado, Serrano ham, cakes, orange juice and Nespresso coffee. We also had the opportunity to try bananas from the impressive garden. In the evenings, you can listen to classical music in the living room and feel the atmosphere of life in an authentic Spanish mansion. The area is closed to guests, with an automatic closing gate and a large private parking lot close to the house. If necessary, you can drive right to the house.

I missed having a desk in our room. The location can be challenging to access without a car, but it wasn't a problem in our case.

This is a very unique experience living in this estate. built in 1898 and renovated, and now has seven rooms to rent. This place is perfect for special events or a very unique bed-and-breakfast stay. Situated on 5 acres behind an auto gate. Entry into the parking area is tree lined and creates a spectacular entrance feel. The staff Alicia, Carmen and others was so helpful and kind, warm and inviting. We meet Julio and Ignacias two of the brothers that own the estate and there were awesome. It has a very nice garden surrounding the place with fruit trees.

The experience of living on an estate. The garden area and the swimming pool .

Overwhelming location with history and style. A real Insider Tipp for people visiting andalucia. I felt like a princess in a mini castle, actually it was like sleeping in a museum. The gardens were amazing. Fruits like in Eden. Birds, cats and the subtropical climate in the region made me feel, as if I was not in Europe anymore. Very nice and hearty house maid and host. Good breakfast with (probably) exotic fruits from the garden.

Mattress could have been more comfortable.

Beautiful building and our suite was excellent. Very quiet ( but it is a ‘big event’ hotel so I had checked that there was nothing on the night that we planned to stay!). We were made very welcome by the proprietor and the manager. Dinner was superb, beautifully cooked and presented.

The description is misleading. There was no bar and no snack bar. There was only one person on duty in the evening, the chef/waiter/manager and he went out for a while (super guy, friendly, really helpful, superb chef, so no complaints there!). There was no water in our room, the minibar was empty, and as there was nobody in the kitchen we were totally unable to get even a bottle of water, which we really needed after a couple of hours in the sun, let alone a beer or a sundowner! I managed to find him later and ask for a bottle of wine on the terrace, but by then we only had about fifteen minutes before dinner was served, so couldn’t enjoy sitting out with a drink as we had planned. From then on, the service was perfect, as was the food.

Where do I start? Amazing place, set in an old house in gardens, stunning sunset with a lovely terrace. The inside of the house has some great period features, high ceilings, Julio the host is great and clearly takes pride in the guests and hotel. Very friendly cats in the grounds.

Leaving.

From the warm welcome, to the superb food, we couldn't have wished for anything more. What a beautiful place. We were the only guests staying, for a special anniversary celebration, and it was a great choice. We would thoroughly recommend Can de los Bates.

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