The most original rural hotels in Madrid: from tree cabins to farms for families

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Hiking trails, kayaking, horseback riding ... His thing is to do it all from a charming rural hotel with

, although there will always be the risk of not wanting to leave it ... We assume it with this selection of the original accommodations of the region surrounded by nature

2X1: HOTEL AND ART GALLERY

The first proposal for different rural hotels leads to Collado Mediano, to the northwest of the community and in the heart

the

. There, on the mountain, rises

a 19th century mansion "with stories to tell", as its managers point out, converted into an

. And all, thanks to the vision of AWA, one of the most groundbreaking architecture studios on the current scene. The sophisticated and experimental aesthetics is the hallmark that permeates each of the rooms, be it

traditional cuisine with creative touches, the business and events center and, of course, the rooms.

These are divided into six categories: from the double attic overlooking the garden to the suite with direct access to the

and separate bathtub inside the bedroom or the

, a 50-square-meter duplex with views of the Sierra de Guadarrama.

As its name suggests, art is one of the hotel's reasons for being, since it also functions as a gallery, hosting all kinds of manifestations, be they sculptures, paintings, photography or cinema.

More information: www.latorreboxarthotel.es

Restaurant with works of art by La Torre Box Art.

SLEEP IN A CABIN ABOVE THE TREES

The dream of any child (and not so young ...) is to sleep in a cabin at the top of a tree. It can become a reality closer than one might think, at the Monte Holiday Ecotourism campsite in

with views of the

National Park

There, in the middle of nature, you can spend the night in some cute huts raised between four and seven meters from the ground with capacity for between two and five people. "It is the preferred option of the little ones; the one that most catches their attention," says Esther from the reception of this 27-hectare rural resort that also has

equipped with all the comforts.

The offer continues with a large list of multi-adventure activities such as zip line descent, climbing or the skill circuit, to which is added a canoe ride on the

at the head of the

reservoir

, and an area of

(or water games) when the weather (and the restrictions by the Covid-19) allows it.

Children can also enjoy the activities of the

.

And to recharge your batteries, there is

the restaurant specializing in family meals.

More information: www.campingmonteholiday.com

The ecolodges of Monte Holiday, in the Sierra de Guadarrama.

AGROTURISM WITH THE LOLA COW

There is a place in the Sierra Norte de Madrid where rural tourism takes on another dimension. It is called Agroturismo

and its exact location is the charming town of

one of the smallest in the Community of Madrid with just 340 inhabitants. There are located the five family apartments with their own names (Lucca, Siena, Elba, Tuscany and Pisa) of the complex, whose owners, as can be deduced, are lovers of Italy. Its main activities include the panoramic 4x4 or donkey routes through the Lozoya Valley to observe roe deer, wild boar, red

in the vicinity of the Pinilla, Riosequillo or El Atazar reservoirs.

Then there would be the Path of Nature, a guided route through the environment in search of the most representative fauna and flora of the area with a stop included in the old Garganta copper mine.

Even so, "the star proposal is the visit to the cattle ranch where

or the donkeys Lolo or Valentina

live in harmony

", affirms Jaime Alonso, owner and manager of the place.

These are some of the

at El Capriolo, open every weekend of the year.

"During the week we dedicate ourselves to taking care of the animals and preparing everything for when Friday arrives," adds Alonso.

More information: agroturismoelcapriolo.es

Route through the mountains organized by the El Capriolo agrotourism.

THE CYCLISTS HOTEL

Bicycle fans have a landmark hotel in the Sierra Norte,

"made by and for cyclists", as Gloria Fernández, one of its managers, anticipates.

Located in the old barracks in the town of Lozoya, they offer both guided tours of the area as well as

(either mountain or electric) and boxes to store them.

In addition, guests can download the various tours designed around the area free of charge from the Internet.

Depending on the season, its managers also organize extra activities such as archery, canoeing or

just 200 meters from the hotel, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, Nordic walking, mushroom picking or photography workshops.

The next one will take place on the weekend of October 22-24, and the theme will revolve around the sports image.

The hotel offer is completed with a gym and a spa with

massages for post-training, a

Without forgetting the El Nevero restaurant, with meat from the Sierra Norte.

More information: https://ciclolodge.com

Terrace of the Ciclolodge de Lozoya.

A PRIVATE ESTATE FOR YOU ONLY

We head north, to the upper basin of the Manzanares. And specifically to

, where the

is located

, an exclusive boutique apartment complex with a living room with a fireplace and its own kitchen located in an old barn. On the outside, the façade maintains that same structure, while on the inside a meticulous renovation has been carried out based on solid wood furniture, finishes in pastel colors, top quality sheets and towels and a beautiful

. In fact, this is the absolute protagonist of the place, with the possibility of excursions to the Pinilla reservoir to practice canoeing or fishing, or to

, where you can visit its castle or the

.

In the latter there are 65 works by the Malaga artist donated by his former barber in exile, Eugenio Arias, who was born in this Madrid town.

Anyone who wants can also go out to

taking advantage of the fact that we are in season," says Javier Pérez, owner and

of the inn, present at

the quality club for charming hotels.

More information: www.ruralka.com

The swimming pool at Vereda del Cortijo, in Torrelodones.

THE ENGLISH COUNTRYSIDE WITHOUT LEAVING MADRID

Anyone who wants to move to the English countryside but without leaving Madrid can escape to

a country house (and signature) in Torrelodones, just 20 minutes from the center of the capital. Or a "house with soul", as pointed out by those responsible for

the boutique real estate

of unique and luxury properties that serves on a platter this private estate full of stories woven by several generations, so there is no lack of details peeking out between the careful decoration. Starting with the

They serve on the edge of the pool and continuing with the lit fireplace that awaits the guest when he returns from a walk in the surroundings, which are none other than those of the Sierra de Guadarrama, which sneaks in through the windows.

The farm where the house is located, with

, occupies 1,000 square meters, so there is plenty of space to enjoy a private yoga or Pilates class, a

with local foods, a Four-hand massage or a romantic dinner prepared by a private chef, all options available upon request.

More information: www.thesibarist.com

One of the rooms of the Hospedería del Valle.

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