La Casa del Cartero Pablo, rural house with garden and fireplace
Casa del Cartero Pablo is a two-bedroom rural house in Saldaña de Ayllón, in Segovia, with a garden, terrace and free private parking. I would choose it for two couples or a quiet break around the Hayedo de Tejera Negra, but with large groups I would ask about hot water first.
Written by Valeria Romano
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Where Casa del Cartero Pablo is and how to get there
Casa del Cartero Pablo is on Calle del Parral, in Saldaña de Ayllón, a village in Segovia, in Castile and León. It is a quiet spot surrounded by nature, and several guests recommend it as a base for exploring the villages around.
According to the listing, the Hayedo de Tejera Negra Natural Park is 29 km away and Madrid-Barajas airport is 118 km away. You will need a car to get there, and the house has free private parking, so you won't have to look for a space.
Guests mention Ayllón and Maderuelo as nearby visits. One talks of villages "among the most beautiful in Spain" within easy reach, as well as mountains and reservoirs.
What the house is like inside and out
It is a house with two bedrooms, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen and two bathrooms with bidets and showers. It has air conditioning, and towels and bed linen are provided. One guest notes that everything is on one floor, which is handy for anyone who wants to avoid stairs.
The outdoor space is what people like most. There is a very well-kept garden, a terrace with views over the village, a barbecue and a chill-out area. Several reviews describe an authentic house, with every detail looked after, and a fireplace that won over one couple.
It seems designed for two couples. One guest puts it that way, and I think it matches the two bedrooms.
What guests highlight
On Google it has a 4.5 out of 5 from 32 reviews, and almost all are five stars. These are the recurring patterns.
- The hosts. The owners come across as friendly and attentive. One guest says that when the heating had a problem, the owner sorted it out straight away.
- The cleanliness. Almost every review describes a clean, comfortable house with nice beds.
- The surroundings. Guests appreciate the silence and the night sky, which one guest calls incredible when it is clear.
- Coming back. Several people say they have returned or will return.
One guest suggests the owners sell local specialities. Another recommends eating the roast lamb in Corral de Ayllón.
What to know before booking
There are drawbacks, and it is better to know them in advance. The most serious is the hot water. A group of five said that over one weekend they ran out of hot water, and the owner's response did not convince them. It is an opinion from a few years ago, but I mention it because with five people the house is at its limit.
| What is best | What to know |
|---|---|
| Garden, barbecue and terrace with views | Hot water is just enough with many people |
| Fireplace and a cosy house | One guest found the pillows very hard |
| Free private parking | You need a car to get around |
| Close contact with the owners | A heating fault, resolved straight away |
Another comment, also older, mentions hard pillows. These are small details, but if you are fussy about sleep, ask about them.
Who I recommend it for
I would choose it for two couples or a quiet break, especially in cooler weather, when a fireplace makes a big difference. It suits anyone who wants nature, villages with character and good food, with a garden to spend the afternoon in.
I would not put it first on the list for a large group or for anyone looking for nightlife. If you are travelling as a group, write ahead and confirm the hot water.
What to do around Saldaña de Ayllón
From Saldaña de Ayllón you can visit Ayllón and Maderuelo, head to the Tejera Negra beech forest and eat roast lamb in Corral de Ayllón, as guests recommend. At night, look up at the sky.
If you want to keep exploring Castile and León, see Casa Rural "la chascona" in Pedrajas or Casa Rural Atardecer en Gredos 1 y 2 in San Bartolomé de Tormes.
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