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Seasons, activities, and what it is like here year-round.

November 4, 2026malaga travelmalaga stay

Malaga or Granada: Where Should You Base Your Rural Holiday?

Compare Malaga and Granada for a rural Andalucia holiday, and discover why a peaceful inland base between both cities can be ideal for families, nature lovers and day trips.

By June Wolfe

October 30, 2026self-catering andaluciainland-andalucia

Why book a self-catering cottage instead of a hotel in Andalucia

Compare self-catering cottages and hotels in Andalucia. Discover why families and nature lovers choose rural cottages in inland Malaga for space, privacy, flexibility and easy day trips.

By June Wolfe

October 24, 2026Camino del reyel torcal de antequera

Caminito del Rey, El Torcal and Antequera from One Rural Base

Stay in inland Malaga and explore Caminito del Rey, El Torcal, Antequera, El Chorro lakes, nearby beaches and swimmable lakes from one peaceful rural base.

By June Wolfe

No light pollution makes for beautiful starry nights

October 16, 2026Inland Andaluciaholidays with children

Best Time of Year to Visit Inland Andalucia

Discover the best time to visit inland Andalucia, from spring wildflowers and autumn walking to cosy winter stays, skiing in Sierra Nevada, and relaxed summer pool days.

By June Wolfe

October 11, 2026family friendly travelfamily holiday

A Family-Friendly Week in Inland Malaga | Cortijo Los Lobos

Plan a relaxed family holiday in inland Malaga with self-catering cottages, a heated pool, mountain views, rescue animals, and easy day trips to El Torcal, Antequera, Granada and the coast.

By June Wolfe

September 7, 2026skiingSierra Nevada

Skiing At The Nearby Sierra Nevada Resort

Just 1 hr 30 minutes from Cortijo Los Lobos, door to ski lift!

By June & Clive

Olive grove near Cortijo Los Lobos in autumn light

September 15, 2025autumnseason

Eight Reasons to Visit Cortijo Los Lobos in Autumn

The heat has passed. The trails are clear. The horses are happiest. Autumn at Cortijo Los Lobos is something worth booking early.

By June Wolfe