Finca Santa Marta FAQ 2006. Click here to see the Finca Photo Archive. 1. What is Finca Santa Marta? Finca Santa Marta, transformed into a country inn in 1994, is composed of three ancient farmhouses dating from the 18th century. Olive oil used to be produced in the old oil pressing unit or almazara, presently converted into a large, beautifully decorated lounge and dining room. The almazara still features a unique 1874 oil pressing machinery, as well as the huge granite cones which donkeys used to pull, crushing the olives. In another part of the farmhouse, the bodega is a fine example of an Extremadura winery where grapes used to be trampled. Under its vaulted ceilings, a unique set of 14 age-old clay wine casks (tinajas) still remain intact. Hooks remain on the brick ceilings where hams used to be cured. The three casas: Santa Marta, Santa Teresa and Los Alamos, now contain 14 different sized bedrooms, all with ensuite bathrooms. Each room has a different view on the neighbouring orchards, vineyards and olive groves in the surrounding hills. The access to each of these houses is through a traditional patio with orange trees, flower beds and scented jasmine. The authentic atmosphere of the farm is best illustrated by the chapel on the patio, where until the seventies church services were celebrated for the family and the neighbouring farmers. Sunday Masses still occur on special occasions. The swimming pool is a delight in summer, it is situated in a large garden area which stretches out to the surrounding orchards and vineyards. 30 hectares of peace and fabulous birdlife and flora. ( guidebook). The whole Finca is framed by ancient slate stone walls, dutifully restored by old hands, giving a special charm to the hilly area. Finca Santa Marta is also mentioned in. Karen Brown's country guide on country inns in Spain. as well as in various foreign and Spanish prestigious guide books. 2. Where is Finca Santa Marta? Full details of how to arrive are presented on the page of the Finca Santa Marta web. The Finca is 250 kms west of Madrid, on the main N-V motorway towards Portugal, and just 14Km, or an 8-minute drive from the town of Trujillo on the road towards Guadalupe (EX-208, previously the C-524). Look for signpost 89Km - the road starting officially in Placencia, north of Trujillo - located on the right just before some tall trees with huge storks' nests. 3. What does it cost to stay at Finca Santa Marta? Prices for all rooms throughout the year (2006) are between 75-120 euros (VAT included) for accomodation in a double room. Some are large enough for an extra bed (28 euros). This includes a hearty breakfast. Dinners are prepared on request by Ines, the Chilean housekeeper and cook (in the family service for 22 years and 7 different countries). Typical home-made specialities include courgette consome, garlic soup, pork, chicken or fresh fish and vegetables. Priced per person at 28 euros, the dinner includes a bottle of light, fruity, ruby-coloured local wine (produced by our neighbour), dessert, coffee and liquors. 4. What is locally available of interest to visitors? towns and places to visit. What follows is a list of just a few of the possibile excursions. Visits to unique sites for. The Finca´s prestige is aknowledged by an increasing number of demanding birdwatchers. Visits to the nearby medieval towns of Trujillo, Caceres, Guadalupe, Plasencia, and the Roman town of Merida. All within a 50 mile radius. Walking and hiking opportunities around the Finca with superb views. Driving through unspoilt nature, passing through age-old towns like Garciaz, Aldeacentenera, Berzocana and Canamero towards Guadalupe. Typical craft and antiques: traditional jewellery, embroideries, ironmongering, woodcraft, ceramics, mimbre. The Montfrague Natural Park - 45 minutes drive away. The lakes of Orellana and Garcia Sola where watersports are now being actively developed. 5. What are the traditional goods and produce? Trujillo is waking up to its tourist potential. Local shops tend to improve their window displays and the variety of their produce. Some recommendations are: saddle and leatherwear, traditional linen, cheeses, wines, hams and acorn licors. 6. What are the musts regarding local art and architecture? Trujllo is known for its original architecture, dating from medieval times and some highlights are below: The Plaza Mayor, admirably described by James Mitchner in Iberia (1968). The Retablo of Santa Maria Church and several age-old convents. The small streets winding alongside ancient palaces, such as Santa Cruz, Orellana, Chavez and mansions emblazoned with coats of arms. The old Arabic Castle, with a fine view of the surrounding planes, captured from the Moors by the Christians around 1250 AD, from which walks around the town walls can be enjoyed. The House of Pizarro, presently a museum, with maps of the journeys of the conquistadores. The Aljibe, or the Arabic/Spanish word for groundwater reservoir, high on the hilltop of ancient Trujillo. 7. What is the weather like? Trujillo, being at around 600 metres above sea-level means that the weather is similar to that of Madrid. Sunny and rainy weather alternate from December to May, thereafter warm and dry in the summer with temperatures around 25-35ºC during the day through till October. It can get chilly in the evenings outside of summer, so in other words bring sweaters along for eight out of the twelve months of the year.

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Finca Santa Marta is a former olive oil mill which was converted into a country inn, situated in the heart of the outstanding natural landscape of the Extremadura dehesa. 250km west of Madrid. the Finca is equidistant between the region's medieval towns - Guadalupe, Caceres and the Roman town of Merida. For those eager to experience an authentic country atmosphere, the Finca is surrounded by a unique landscape of dehesas and a fascinating community of. Immersion in the unspoilt inspires tranquility of the mind and enhances your sense of complete relaxation. Many have visited the Finca and this website showcases some of their work. for more views of the Finca and its surroundings. The Finca is reputed for its cordial atmosphere, fine meals and. Click here for frequently asked questions, Room prices 2008. Latest Additions and Updates: May 2008. Contact us below: New Guestbook entries for April and May online. Watch our presentation Movie (Windows media video, 27Mb). Our Rooms section has many new photos. See our Photo Gallery updated with interior/exterior photos for 2007. LINKS to FSM visitors' websites updated. Click here for LINKS to FSM visitors' websites and our recommended sites. Finca Santa Marta Pago San Clemente 10200 Trujillo Prov. Caceres Extremadura Spain Tel. +34 927 31 92 03 Fax. +34 927 33 41 15 Mobile +34 658 91 43 55 Email: Please email any website problems and comments to the Finca Santa Marta. This site and all its contents are © Copyright Finca Santa Marta 1996-2008.

Finca Santa Marta, Trujillo, Extremadura, Spain. Tel: +34 927 31 92 03. Fax +34 927 33 41 15 Email: Introduction to our accomodation. Finca Santa Marta is the Extremadura version of a 'cortijo', composed of two country farms surrounded by olive groves, vineyards and orchards, which until only 15 years ago produced top quality olive oil and wine called 'pitarra'. The two farms, Santa Marta and Santa Teresa (left), are now partially converted into a country inn. Breakfast and dinner are served in the ancient olive oil mill with its 19th century hand-driven olive press - see photos in the FSM. 2007 Room prices are here. Dining room, lounges, patios and pool. More images of what you can expect to see when visiting the Finca. Click here to see details of price for lodging. See many more photos in the Finca Photo Archive.

 Credit cards accepted
 Dinner may be served in the room
 Facsimile services
 Heating
 Pets are accepted
 Parking lot
 Private park, garden, courtyard
 Quiet surroundings
 Restaurant
 Private/Ensuite bathroom
 Swimming pool
 Phone at reception
 Common room with a TV set