GBH Casas Las Portadas

My wife and I stayed in Casa Las Portadas in La Oliva for two weeks in December 2016 and it turned out to be one of the most charming holidays we have had in 45 years together. The house is practically a living museum and what "modern" amenities there are e.g. cooker and shower, are fairly historic themselves. (n.b. there is good wifi) Why a 5* review then. Well, after the initial surprise at the historic nature of the place, we slept like logs in the dark and peace of the location, waking to explore the house, make breakfast and start the day on the terrace overlooking a field of cactus. Pedro, the owner, came around during the day and asked us if we needed anything and purchased us a new kettle. We conversed through Google Translate. The next two weeks were spent exploring the island by car and on foot, happy to return "home" each night. During our stay, Pedro showed us around the Museo De Los Tradiciones, which adjoins the house and his enthusiasm and love for the history of the place became infectious. It has to be the most peaceful holiday we have ever had and provided an opportunity to immerse ourselves in the local atmosphere. La Oliva itself seems to be very community oriented and has enough facilities to satisfy curiosity and practical needs. This includes a cafe making the best pizza I have tasted, a weekly produce market, a small supermarket, a library and various other bars and eateries.We plan to go back (in time?) ASAP and would recommend this house to anyone who is seeking a peaceful break and who is happy to keep it simple.