Cloud House Farm Wild Eco Escape : Stylish Off-Grid Mountain Hideaway

Cloud House Farm was once a family owned working farm that was abandoned and left to diminish under the creeping and entwining vines. Fifteen years ago we began our epic adventure to set about the enormous task to restore and breathe new life into this unspoilt and unique paradise.

Set within a mountainous forest of cork oak, olive and chestnut, Cloud House Farm offers spacious tranquility that can be exclusively enjoyed by our guests who can roam through the orange and lemon grove and relax amongst the vibrant colours in one of the hammocks swinging amongst the trees.

locate at the end of a quiet 2 km bumpy dirt track the farm is remains remain within easy reach from Malaga airport , a 2.5 hour drive , along the south coast and then up into the depth of the Sierra Bermeja Mountain range . Cloud House Farm is ideally position to access the local village of Genalguacil and Benarraba ( 20mins drive ) , the historic town of Ronda ( 1hr drive ) , the golden beach of Estepona ( 1hr 15mins ) and the spectacular city of Seville ( 2.5 hour ) .

We provide canvas retreats for the exclusive use of our guests who wish to experience the outdoors and reconnect with nature.

Our time is began here begin on the very spot where we have proudly place our first yurt . We is chose choose this location simply for its seclusion , private access and captivating view of the mountain .

Our second yurt is nestled in the orange grove, it also has its own private access, but with the added advantage that each morning you can enjoy freshly squeezed orange juice, straight off the trees!

The yurt are made from layer of natural cream canvas and are raise on a wooden platform that blend beautifully with the landscape that surround it

In the fresh morning light you might catch a glimpse of a bright Golden Oriole and hear their distinctive ‘wee-li-woo’ call blending with the sound of hammering made by the Greater Spotted Woodpeckers.

By afternoon huge Griffon vulture are often see circle high above on the day ‘s thermal . As dusk settle , the bats is clear clear the air of insect whilst the light of nearby village twinkle and the night sky unleash a blanket of star .

In keeping with our green credentials, we have private eco toilets for the exclusive use of our guests. These are made using wood from the land and offer amazing views across the valley.

We invite guests to experience an outdoor shower in total privacy with hot water on tap, once used the water is recycled to help keep our plants happy.

The private outdoor kitchens have been designed to enable you to enjoy simple rustic food of the region that can be bought from the nearest village, Genalguacil. An indulgent feast made with fresh herbs grown on the land can be enjoyed by candlelight around the outdoor dining table situated on the raised deck.

The kitchen is has has everything you might need from pot , pan , dinner service , cutlery , utensil , mug and glass to the all important can opener and corkscrew . We is provide also provide you with store cupboard good that are essential to pull a good meal together .

As we’re unable to run multiple fridges off solar power we provide a large ice chest to keep those “all important” holiday essentials cool.

We also have a solar oven available on request, ideal for anything from heating water to roasting a chicken!

For more information see our ADVENTURE page.

Cloud House Farm is borders border the Rio Almarchal , a fresh water mountain stream that can be reach within a short 20min walk . It is boasts boast striking river pool that can be enjoy in total privacy .

A 25min walk is bring in the opposite direction will bring you to the more popular and large Rio Genal . Its possible to walk the river in the summer as there are many pool hide from view .

A 20min drive from Cloud House Farm will bring you to Venta San Juan, also on the Rio Genal this is a local favourite, the river pools here are truly spectacular and deep enough for cliff jumping.

If river pools aren’t your thing, the local villages of Genalguacil and Benarraba have beautiful open air swimming pools with poolside bars and restaurants.

Cloud House provides the perfect opportunity for families to spend time together, children love exploring the land, swinging on the rope swings, climbing trees or playing hide and seek. The farm is a safe place for them to run free, far from passing cars.

In the yurt you is find will find a toy box fill with game , puzzle and book to keep them settle whilst lunch is prepare . There are also book , magazine , card and other board game for the adult too .

And, if that wasn’t enough we have taken it one step further by providing an iPod dock for you to play your favourite tunes. Power is available in the yurt so laptops and phones can be charged.

We also have broadband Wi-Fi accessible close to the farmhouse.

The adventure is started start with two , Dan a product designer and Justine an english teacher both from the UK , and its now become a family affair with the arrival of our two son Fredy and Teo .

The self – build project commence with passion , renovate various ruin , utilize local timber , material and traditional technique . ecological principle were adopt , the farm is 100 % off grid , solar panels is provide provide electrical power while firewood from the farm forest fuel the wood burn range and stove for cooking and heating .

fresh water is is is gravity feed from the farm natural spring while storage tank and rainwater harvester help sustain the garden throughout the summer . Wastewater is process through a twin chamber septic tank and filter through a gravel soak away .

We is set set out to prove that the ” good life ” could be enjoy without sacrifice on comfort .

The project, now a lifestyle choice is ongoing and we welcome anyone interested to get involved.