Sheltered by oak-clad mountains in Southern Spain stands a 15th century, white-washed Andalusian farmhouse, within a unique private estate surrounded by a magnificent, protected landscape.

This is La Donaira, an upscale destination for nature-lovers, horse-riders; and travellers seeking authentic and sophisticated cultural, food, and wine experiences.
Yet this is so much more than an exclusive, 9-room private country estate. In my experience, it goes well beyond a luxury experiential retreat.
It is also an ambitious holistic, permaculture project aimed at creating a sustainable community that is helping to restore organic farming and natural horsemanship to the local area.
La Donaira is the epitome of slow travel
This Spanish finca is within the Serranía de Ronda, a spectacular, mountainous region that takes it name from one of Andalucía?s most iconic and picturesque towns ? Ronda. Overview
This part of Andalucia has in recent years emerged as a European hub for not only luxury rural tourism, but also world-class projects in agricultural sustainability. Ronda has a cluster of upscale, award-winning, boutique wineries where once lost, centuries-old European vines are being restored and fine wines made. Olive oil estates harvest the area?s ancient groves, creating liquid gold that is used in Michelin-star kitchens and served at the tables of some of the world?s finest restaurants.

La Donaira has been an integral part of this movement in Southern Spain; showcasing both the...