Casa Rural Laguna de Uña, a house with pool and garden in Uña
Casa Rural Laguna de Uña is a country house in Uña, a village in the Serranía de Cuenca, with a garden, pool and barbecue. It has five bedrooms, so it suits families or groups of friends who want nature and hiking, and it accepts pets.
Written by Valeria Romano
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Where Casa Rural Laguna de Uña is and how to get there
Casa Rural Laguna de Uña is in Uña, a small village in the Serranía de Cuenca, on Calle Extramuros. Several guests talk about a mountain setting, with the lagoon a few metres away and hiking routes right beside it.
According to the listing, the Ciudad Encantada is 12 km away, Cuenca cathedral 34 km and Madrid-Barajas airport 195 km. With those distances, my advice is to drive and keep Cuenca city for a day trip rather than making it a daily journey.
What the house is like inside
It is a whole house, with five bedrooms and four bathrooms, designed for groups. Guests describe it as very well equipped, comfortable and clean, with good beds and attention to the smallest detail.
The kitchen is fully equipped, with a fridge, dishwasher and oven, and the lounge has a dining area and a DVD player. It includes towels and bed linen, free wifi and free private parking. In at least one of the bathrooms there is a whirlpool bath, which one couple did not get to try, though they thought it looked very tempting.
Other reviews point to the practical side. There is a cot, a highchair, baby toys and board games for adults, shampoo and gel in the bathrooms, a welcome gift and heating that works well in the cold months.
The garden, pool and barbecue
The outside matters as much as the house. There is a lawned garden, a terrace, an outdoor pool and a barbecue, and several guests mention mountain views and plenty of quiet.
The pool has a cover that, according to several comments, keeps the water warm. One guest says the barbecue came with firewood and all the tools. For rainy days or strong heat, the listing adds ping pong and the lounge.
What guests highlight
On Google it has a 5.0 rating from 56 reviews, and every review I have read is five stars. These are the points that come up most.
- Cleanliness and care. Many talk about a spotless house, with everything you need and a great many small touches.
- The hosts. They are described as friendly, attentive and always available for any question.
- The setting. Hiking, a reservoir, the lagoon and cool nights even in the middle of August.
- Pets. Several guests appreciate that animals are allowed, and one says the owners have two dogs.
What to know before booking
I find no serious drawbacks in the reviews, but there are things to think about. The most recent ones I have are two years old, and several are more than five years old, so ask for up-to-date information about the house and your dates.
One minor point: a couple found the pillows perfect for sleeping on their back, but one of them had a slightly sore neck when sleeping face down. The house is also big, and for two people there is plenty of space. The pool is outdoors, so check whether you can use it on your dates. I have no information on shops or restaurants in the village, so ask first if you depend on them.
| Profile | Why it fits |
|---|---|
| Families with children | Cot, highchair, toys and a large garden |
| Groups of friends | Five bedrooms, four bathrooms and a barbecue |
| Travellers with a pet | Animals are allowed |
| Hikers | The lagoon and several routes a short distance away |
| Couples | Possible, though the house is big for two |
What to do near Uña
First comes the Uña lagoon, a few metres away, and the walking routes that leave from the village. By car you have the Ciudad Encantada and the city of Cuenca for cultural outings.
If you want to compare other places to stay in Castilla-La Mancha, have a look at La Casita Azul in Chillarón de Cuenca or the Hotel Restaurante El Molino in Laguna Redondilla.
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