Historical country home in the heart of Spain’s La Rioja

Originally built for the Spanish landed classes, or Hidalgos, this 17th century country home located along the higher reaches of the Rioja region of Northern Spain is in many ways unique. Restored to its former glory with the use of authentic materials and styles, this is nonetheless a property that offers modern comforts and amenities. In fact, the blend of old charm and new luxuries is so effective that the property is used as a stylish country boutique hotel complete with 16 independently styled rooms, a library, several ambient lounges, a bar and a fine dining restaurant that makes the most of the highly evolved cuisine of the region.

More than that, La Casona de las Amas is set within a landscape of undulating vineyards belonging to the Rioja denomination – one of the most prestigious winegrowing areas in the world. By traditional arrangement the property is entitled to 1,000 bottles in its own label per year, making this a fantastic proposition for any hotelier or homeowner that enjoys wine. To own a country property of this kind is reason enough to boast, but having your own wine label is a rare pleasure indeed – especially if all the work is done for you and the bottles are delivered to your doorstep.

Set within opulently green gardens, the property also contains a private spa with thermal baths, Jacuzzi and tidal swimming pool. Not many boutique hotels can boast such facilities, and even fewer private homes, for the Casona de las Amas is perfectly suited to either use. In either case the proximity of golf and a wide choice of beautiful country routes is of value, as are the good connections to cities such as Madrid, San Sebastian and Bilbao, not to mention the regional capital city of Logroño.

Enveloped by nature and fresh air, this stylish country property in Northern Spanish style is also covered on the spiritual front, finding itself on the famous Camino de Santiago, a pilgrimage route that draws both those in search of spiritual guidance and those who simply love to be surrounded by nature in a region that is still entirely authentic.

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