Reviews

We came for a weekend to enjoy a few quiet days with the family, and we certainly did. The place is spectacular, super quiet, very tastefully designed and perfectly equipped (they even left the logs in the fireplace ready to light the fire). Cristina was extremely attentive from the moment we booked until we left; she advised us on different activities and places to see and was very flexible with our check out. Special mention to Paco and Drogon, two very nice and friendly dogs that we fell in love with. Oh, and at night you can see more stars in the sky than anywhere else while enjoying the absolute silence. Thank you Cristina, we hope to come back!

Staying at El Cercado for a weekend has been great, the house is wonderful, with large and comfortable rooms, it is much more than a hotel, it is a family home full of memories through the different generations. The landscape with the terraced fields looks like a sea of green calcareous waves. The air is fresh, clean and healthy. The stone manor house has views, fireplaces and a decoration that welcomes and relaxes you, makes you feel at home. The owner has invested her whole being in the Cercado, it is her life project, and you can see it in every detail.

A beautiful cottage in wonderful grounds. The house is a luxury to disconnect and enjoy the countryside. The dogs are great, friendly and not territorial at all. The house is comfortable, cosy and very nice and pleasant. Cristina is charming and always available when you need her. No doubt we will repeat.

The place is amazing, we didn’t want to go back. The main house is in excellent condition. Like the pictures, it is a very relaxing and well-kept place. 100% recommended to stay there.

We had a spectacular weekend. The house is incredibly charming, with a huge and perfectly equipped kitchen. The rooms are very large and comfortable and the property around the house invites you to disconnect from the daily routine and take a nice walk in a very beautiful environment. Finally, Cristina is a lovely person with whom it was very easy to organize the stay. I hope to come back soon.

A great experience. Everything very well looked after, with a lot of professionalism and kindness. A very nice house, well maintained, charming and much more spacious than it seems. We loved the experience. We would certainly repeat. Thank you very much.

Words can’t describe what this experience was like! The house was so welcoming and ample. We were 13 and were very comfortable! Cristina went above and beyond to make our stay inviting! She coordinated a wine and tapas tasting with an enologist on site! The tasting was incredible! I highly highly recommend Cristina’s home for any getaway with a large group!! The property and views were all stunning!!!

We have spent a weekend with a group of friends at the property and it has been spectacular, both the house and the surroundings, all perfect thanks to Cristina and her team who have taken great care to ensure that everything was as we wished. It is a perfect place to disconnect and enjoy everything it has to offer, nature, gastronomy… we will certainly return.

Spectacular! Everything has been perfect. From the booking process you realize that you are dealing with serious people, committed to the guests and very attentive. They answered all our questions immediately and gave us a lot of information before arrival. Once there you realize that you are in an isolated, quiet place with a lot of history. They offer you a fully equipped 50 hectare estate for your use and enjoyment with a superb Main House, a charming Guest House, a pavilion with enough space to share moments together when it comes to large groups and an outdoor swimming pool that fulfills the wishes of young and grown-ups alike. All this in an estate of 50 hectares just for you in the middle of the countryside with unique sunsets, can you imagine? Yes, a dream made real. The Main House has a vintage decoration that transports you directly to the history of the family that built and lived there. The character and roots of the objects and antiques in the house are present in every corner. We were 11 adults and 8 children, and I think we will always remember this weekend in the countryside at Finca El Cercado in Palencia. I recommend 100% this finca, we will definitely repeat our stay in the future. Thanks to Cristina for her attention and to Alejandro for taking care of us and advising us at all times.

This is a very special hidden gem. Quite remote, but for us worth visiting this wild and wonderful part of Spain. The locals were so friendly and welcoming, Cristina welcomed us very warmly too, even inviting us to supper the evening we arrived hungry and tired. So very kind!! Perfect for Simba our dog too, she became fast friends with the resident dogs. Perfect!!

This was one of the most incredible, most memorable holidays I can remember. The hostess, Cristina, was phenomenal, organizing so many special activities, from wine tasting to a full experience beekeeping, the whole while being a friendly and fluent translator. The wine tasting exceeded expectations; a fun game, followed by tapas to compliment the delicious wine selection, as we were talked through each one. The ultimate ending to the night, saw us exploring the historic underground wine cellar, an incredible piece of history, adding further mystery to the elegant and authentically Spanish property. I would recommend this place to anyone wanting to go. Hiring transport from Madrid airport to the property was really simple (even with 17 of us!). Visiting this house will ensure a trip to remember.

A place with a lot of charm, houses cared for to the smallest detail, ideal for celebrating any event. I would definitely repeat.

Highly recommended for a few days of peace and quiet. The property is fabulous and the service is very good.

A 10 for everything: the house, the attention and the surroundings. To repeat a thousand times.

The house is wonderful, the countryside beautiful and Cristina charming. We had a great time, we will definitely come back!

We chose this beautiful house to spend the days before our daughter’s wedding and the experience has been wonderful. The bride and groom had a beautiful pre-wedding party (thank you, Cristina, for decorating the Pavilion for the occasion!) The wedding photographers were delighted with the setting for their work. Besides, we could enjoy with our friends because the house and all the spaces are huge and wonderful.

El Cercado is a place with a special charm that can seem idyllic at any time of the year. It is an ideal accommodation for groups or very large families that offers the possibility of being without any problem of services and with all the comforts. Its 7 rooms and all the wonderful common areas are an ideal setting for events and meetings with many people. Its exquisite care with the antique decoration and the details found in its facilities make this accommodation a unique, comfortable and elegant space. Undoubtedly, an accommodation for celebrations and large groups that can enjoy all its services and its surroundings.

It’s a dream. The house is superb, fully equipped, all the rooms are en-suite, the rooms are large and spacious, the place is so beautiful. I hope to come again soon!

Wunderschöne Finca geeignet für mittlere Reisegruppen. Ruhige Lage von wunderschöner Natur umgeben. Besten Dank, Cristina, auch deine Hilfe für die Weindegu auf der Finca und Reisetipps. Sehr zu empfehlen.

This is a lovely finca, very clean, well equipped and nicely furnished and in its own grounds. Had lovely walks with our dog and very often accompanied by a lovely greyhound who must live nearby. The location is remote and very peaceful and relaxing. No Wi-Fi or English tv in the Guest House though so take plenty of books (there are also plenty of books in the finca) and make sure you shop before arriving. Large Carrefour in Palencia about 20 minutes’ drive. Local village worth visiting and also has shops and a bar. Also check out the website as recommendations for local places to visit are excellent and a good alternative to the bigger cities. Favourite was the Roman mosaics. Would recommend and definitely book again if we visit this area again.

My husband and I have stayed at the finca El Cercado in Baltanás, in the province of Palencia. The farm is huge and full of almond trees and the house is beautiful, furnished with taste and coziness, making you feel at home. The owner, Cristina, friendly and welcoming, informed us about the villages that were worth visiting and that are little known and indeed, we loved them. We will definitely repeat. Thank you, Cristina.

Take an early morning walk in the countryside before breakfast in the spectacular kitchen, and end the day with a good book and a glass of wine by the fireplace with the magical light of the house. My Downton Abbey in Palencia. Thank you very much, Cristina.

A beautiful location and house. We were made welcome and Cristina made sure that we had all the information we needed for our stay. Wonderful house and host. Thank you.

The House is fantastic in the most glorious setting. The host was terrific and ensured everything was perfect for us. It is winter and temperatures as low as -6 but the house was beautifully warm and comfortable. She allowed us to stay with our dogs that loved the outdoors and the 50 hectares of the Finca. It really was amazing and I am looking forward to returning one day soon. Anyone who stays there I think will consider themselves to be very, very fortunate. There cannot be as many places as wonderful as this.

This Guest House is amazing. Much larger than it looks, tons of room to relax in front of the fire. Great kitchen that is fully equipped. The beds are very comfortable and the property is breathtaking. Truly my favorite Airbnb I have ever stayed in. So generous of Cristina to share the beautiful property! Highly recommend.

Second time we go with friends and we will come back! The house, the experience and the contracted services are 10!!!!

The house is great! There is absolutely everything and for large groups it is wonderful! I have been with my parents, siblings and nephews and we have been very happy! The organization and the service of the house very good and attentive. I recommend you order the breakfasts served by them in the house, delicious!

Our days at El Cercado were the best. The facilities, the staff and the nature were extraordinary. The Guest House (where we stayed) is ideal for 3 or 4 people. The facilities are very comfortable, the house is tastefully decorated and has everything you need to live, rest and enjoy the surroundings (the layout of the house is very good). In addition, the pool is a good size and is in a secluded area of the finca, which adds privacy (and more nature). The finca is very private, large and with beautiful views of meadows, crops and trees. This creates a great sense of peace and contact with nature. Finally, the treatment of the staff is very warm. They take care of their guests with great affection. We enjoyed the finca and the house very much. It is a spectacular place and we hope to return.

The location of the estate allows you to enjoy wonderful views of the area, as well as the surrounding vegetation. The houses that make up the estate are decorated with exquisite taste, well preserved, clean and equipped with all the necessary elements to enjoy your stay. A feature that stands out from our trip is the good attention we have received from the hostess, who at all times has provided and facilitated everything necessary to make our stay more comfortable. Without a doubt, the finca is a 100% recommendable place to stay with family and friends and enjoy a few days of disconnection and relaxation.

“Ideal place to relax and enjoy with the family” A wonderful place. The house and the surroundings, spectacular, perfect to disconnect, rest and have a good time. Ideal to go with children. We felt at home. The attention of Cristina (in charge of the property), 10!!!!

The estate is spectacular, and the house is impressive. All the rooms are decorated with exquisite taste. It has all the comforts you would expect. Totally to be recommended.

Beautiful and quiet place to be with friends and family. Our dog enjoyed it more than any other. You don’t need to go out as you have everything. Cristina is a wonderful hostess.

Using the Finca as a weekend retreat for friends to reconnect after a long COVID quaratine, Cristina has assembled a beautiful property in the Castilian plains. The rooms were tastefully decorated and the pool was refreshing on the hot June days. Please note that the Finca is isolated and there are not many tourist sites in Palencia (although I highly recommend the cathedral in Palencia which is relatively unknown even in Spain). Well worth the trip.

Spectacular and private Finca. Beautiful surroundings and you feel completely alone in the middle of nature. The house itself is decorated with perfect taste, and communication was quick and efficient. We’re already planning our return!

Peace, tranquillity and nature, a perfect cocktail in Finca el Cercado where we have enjoyed a huge and beautiful extension of land all to ourselves with the help of Paco, the Finca’s dog, who is well worth a visit to this marvellous place.

A wonderful place if you want to disconnect, enjoy nature. It has everything you could possibly need to feel at ease and not have to go out of there for practically anything: a fireplace, a barbecue, plenty of wood, complete and impeccable kitchenware, “country chic” decoration… there were even some lovely dogs around that made your stay even more pleasant. I can’t wait to come back.

We had a great week at this incredible property away from the crowds and hustle and bustle, in a quiet location, which is exactly what we were looking for. Thanks to Christina for her availability and her precious help when needed. We highly recommend this place.

Unbeatable place to disconnect. Wonderful surroundings. Nature in its purest form. Unbeatable treatment. I highly recommend it. It is possible to go with your pet. Wonderful place if you want to be enjoying family and nature. We will be back.

The second long term stay (10 days) we make in the Guest House of the property and we end up being just as satisfied as the first one. The house has all the comforts and is perfectly equipped. We travelled 3 people and two large dogs and could not be more comfortable. The walks around the property are wonderful with the dogs, which also make Friends with the dogs from the property, which we are already missing. If the heat is on, the pool is great and there is plenty of space in the shade to relax on the sun beds. In the evenings it’s all quiet and dining at the outdoor table is wonderful. A 5 minute drive away is the village of Baltanás where the cheese factory’s supermarket has everything you need as well as delicious local products, especially sausages and cheese. The owner, Cristina, is charming and always aware of what we might need. A restorative holiday that we will surely repeat.

Amazing! The owner is charming! It’s a beautiful place for all kinds of plans and also for spending a few days in the countryside. I’ve been repeating myself and I hope to keep going for years!

An exceptional stay in a magnificent setting and superb nature. We’ll be back next year. We spent 15 days of happiness in this magnificent property. Our dog loved the long walks every morning. The superb swimming pool. I highly recommend it for nature and peace and quiet lovers. Preferably spend a few days or even weeks to enjoy this paradise.

An amazing trip. The rooms and the bathrooms were all beautiful and we slept wonderfully. The house is spectacular and so is the landscape. The walks around the estate are very pleasant and the swimming pool is gorgeous. Luxury rural getaway! The relationship with the owner is very good, and it is a very pleasant place.

Everything is great, the house, the property, the decoration. Palencia the great unknown. It looks like Tuscany.

An exceptional stay in a magnificent setting and superb nature. We’ll be back next year. We spent 15 days of happiness in this magnificent property. Our dog loved the long walks every morning. The superb swimming pool. I highly recommend it for nature and peace and quiet lovers. Preferably spend a few days or even weeks to enjoy this paradise.

We stayed in the Guest House, and not one detail was missing, there was everything! As it is a ground floor house there are hardly any stairs and that was very comfortable. The surroundings are wonderful and the pool is incredible. There are also many animals: donkeys, goats, squirrels, hares, rabbits, dogs… you don’t get bored for a moment.Every time you walk you see different corners and all of them beautiful. Besides, it is very safe because, as it is private, there are no cars passing by, and my dog could go loose all the time (she was happy and I was very relaxed). Totally recommendable.

A unique property for its dimensions and for its interior care. It is surprising to find places as pleasant as this spot far from the madding crowd. All the romos are spacious, with bathroom, the heating works great, the kitchen is big and with everything you need for the cooks like us, at least two fireplaces inside to enjoy the fire, a beautiful living-room and a dining room with some impressive views and big table for all of us. The treatment of Cristina and Alejandro unbeatable, thanks for the stay, we will be back shortly

A wonderful house in a spectacular place. We rented the Main House complete a group of friends and it was a success. The house has everything you need, you can even order the food. Highly recommended. Cristina was friendly and available at all times.

The accommodation widely meets expectations, it is a very nice and cozy house. Ideal for traveling with dogs. We have loved the window of the lounge to the countryside. Cristina takes care of all the details, making you have everything you need in the house and more. The estate is huge and has different paths to walk. In short, a place to return to.

The place is wonderful. We have spent a weekend several friends, and it has been great. Highlight the comfort of the Guest House, very cozy, and the kindness of the hostess, Cristina. We will come back.

We have spent the November holidays in this large rustic finca 5 families with young children. The children have really enjoyed the walks in the countryside since the farm is very wide and there is a lot of land. The house inside is well maintained and comfortable, all rooms have their own bathroom, all modern and very well equipped. It is highly recommended.

We have been a group of friends with children in November and we couldn’t be better! It is a very exclusive estate, the house is wonderful with bathroom in each room, all taken care of with the utmost detail, furniture and preserved decoration of the ancestors of Cristina’s family, the owner of the farm. She guided us and told us all the details and was very attentive at all times. The exteriors are equally wonderful with an underground cellar that did not give us time to visit and a pool that I am sure we will use when we repeat in summer! Thank you very much Cristina for sharing your comfortable home with all of us. I am sure we will return in summer to enjoy the wonderful sunset outside and the pool!

A great house to spend a few days, with spectacular furniture. All very clean and well maintained. The great treatment, always attentive to our needs. Spectacular landscape and absolute silence.

We stayed at the Guest House and we really loved it. Very quiet, its intimacy, enjoying nature and some animals like the dog and the donkey. It is fully equipped and nothing is missing. It even has the fireplace. I would definitely repeat with my eyes closed.

We spent a weekend with friends at El Cercado. The truth, it was one of those trips that you have to do several times in life with friends or family. We had an amazing time and we can’t stop thinking about going back a thousand times more. They treated us like kings. The house is beautiful. It is a very well maintained country house to the last detail to make the stay as pleasant as possible for everyone. The garden, with the barbecue and the big table to eat in a large group, even more. Being able to watch the sunset from the porch of such a spectacular country house is wonderful and a gift that is rarely received. As for the environment that surrounds the house, totally according to the Palencia landscape. A rustic beauty where to walk and connect with nature. We were proposed thousands of highly recommended and fun activities for the different types of public we were. In short, it was a great stay and the owners a wonderful people. A pity that only 5 stars can be added because it deserves millions more. Thanks and we will be back!

A wonderful place, ample land to walk and rest. My dog loved it! (and me too) If I can I will come back for sure!

We have stayed at the Guest House: a relaxing place and attention to detail, and with a perfect hostess, Cristina

Our stay in Cristina’s Guest House was everything we had imagined and more! The house itself was fully equipped with all life’s essentials, a book shelf with every classic known to man, lots of space (excellent for families with kids) and the pool was picture perfect. Cristina was a wonderful host, so kind and caring, she showed us around her home which was an incredibly intimate walk through time, we were absolutely mesmerised by the art and furniture from her ancestors which she so incredibly maintains and restores. She even gave us her home made tomato chutney and honey which was so delicious. Our children loved saying their daily “Holas” to the chickens, donkey and dogs that live on the property. We even managed to squeeze in some day trips to Bilbao and to La Rioja for some wine tasting in the Basque region. For anyone that would like to stay in a tucked away cottage surrounded by fields of gold and yellow (so many incredible sunflowers growing like patchwork’s on a quilt) to rest in the calm and quiet of a small town (though Palencia is not far away for some shopping and wandering) this is the perfect getaway. I can’t recommend this place enough. Thank you Cristina for everything. X

Beautiful little house with all kinds of details and utensils. Large, bright and a farm to walk and run the dogs! A wonderful pool and desire to enjoy the slow life !!! Cristina has been super outstanding, and Alejandro also in charge, lovely !!! Being able to travel with two large dogs and above that have so much ground to run and play is unbeatable! We will be back for sure !!!! Thanks Cristina and Alejandro for your attention and recommendations!!!

It has been a great place to repeat. Near Madrid, you have the necessary tranquility to rest. The farm is huge, to get lost with the walks. The attention of the owner has been magnificent. The house is great and gathers everything necessary for a couple. This election has been a magnificent decision.

For a long time we have been looking for a place similar to our favorite place in Tuscany and finally it seems to be found. The buildings are old and stylish, inside fully renovated and furnished often in antiquites, the landscape is tremendous and the owner Cristina is a friendly person and a spring of knowledge about the neighbourhood and spanish art in general. A lot, a lot to be seen around. In the mild landscape and quite isolated place (however easy to reach) there is a fantastic oasis of good taste, style, love of art and of the past. The buildings with their history came back to life again thanks to restoration made by Cristina – the owner. Inside all is stylish too. The additional building is very nice for a family of 3-4 people, practically designed with abundance of kitchen equipment.

We loved the site, in addition to being in a gorgeous environment, the facilities are incomparable, exquisite decoration, complete equipment, we did not lack anything, the comfortable rooms, we were really at ease. The deal with the owner was very good too, helpful and friendly. Very good experience, worth it.

The experience has been a 10. Everything has been perfect. The house is a real luxury of comfort, decoration, utensils, dishes, linens, etc. All very careful and in maximum detail. All rooms have their own bathroom and are very comfortable and beautifully decorated. The cleanliness of the whole house is impeccable both in the common areas and in the kitchen, rooms and bathrooms. The environment of the house is beautiful, in the middle of nature with a wonderful landscape in the middle of tranquility and silence. In addition we would like to thank the wonderful treatment received, it has been unbeatable. The pool is more beautiful than in the photos, it is very natural and with a sun loungers and rest area in the shade. The barbecue area and garden table is ideal for evenings with beautiful lighting. Although the heat wave has caught us, the house inside was cool and very nice. We will return without a doubt!

Awesome house. In the middle of the country. If you are looking for relaxation, it is an ideal place.

The farm is fantastic, both its location and its dependencies. We have spent an incredible weekend with friends. Both Cristina and the people who work there have welcomed us, making us feel at home. The farm in wonderful, comfortable and full of details of good taste that speak of the love and professionalism with which they work. Thanks Cristina.

Owner bent over backwards to assist us in our travel and dining arrangements. The accommodations are clean and lovely. Christina couldn’t do enough for us! A very relaxing and beautiful experience. Highly recommended.

A wonderful house with all kinds of details and very attentive and charming staff. We will repeat as soon as we can!

Wonderful, I can not put any fault, the environment and the house a 10 and Cristina the owner at all times pending of us so that we do not lack anything, an unforgettable weekend, thank you

A great estate, beautiful rooms, cozy living room and dining room. Great breakfast and very good treatment. Totally recommended

Spain at its best! If you enjoy staying at Paradors in Spain, a stay at Finca El Cercado is for you! Charm, history, confort, ambiance, the Finca has it all. Definitely a 5 star experience. The owner, Christina, was responsive to all email communications and helpful in all stages of planning. She was there to greet us and get us settled in and could not have been more gracious. We loved learning about the history of the Finca which she inherited from her family. The Finca is off the beaten path so going out at night for diner is problematical. However it is possible to order meals from tapas to full dinners, and the food was both abundant and excellent. The owner also has a wine cellar so local wines can be purchased and enjoyed, and she arranged for an interesting tour of the local wineries, which are small and quite unique. All the bedrooms are tastefully decorated and have their own personalities. All rooms have ensuite bathrooms, with all the expected amenities AND MORE. Truly, the owners have thought of everything. Our stay at Finca El Cercado was memorable and among the best of our “ThirdHome” experiences.

Awesome weekend, the house, the decoration, the meals, the owner, the surroundings. All very highly recommended. I will repeat without a doubt!

It is a place with a lot of charm, where you enjoy silence, peace and rest in a stately home with a lot of history, tastefully decorated and very well maintained by the owner.

Two and a half hours from Madrid, in an area unknown to many, but very beautiful, we had the opportunity to spend a great weekend with Cristina (the owner of the house) who welcomed us and treated us beautifully. An atmosphere of peace and tranquility is breathed. Located very close to Baltanás and its wineries, where a charming gentleman named Carlos showed us his winery. Rich and simple food, although you can take your things with you. Fantastic site for family weekend or with friends.

A wonder the house, the treatment, the environment. A unique and magical place to disconnect and enjoy both for families, companies or special events

18 friends we have spent an impressive weekend! Accommodation highly recommended. The ideal house, in detail, all the rooms very comfortable and spacious, each with its own bathroom. The charming owner who has decorated the house with exquisite taste. Breakfasts, lunches, delicious dinners, with products from the field. I will definitely repeat. An unforgettable experience! And the people of Baltanás very very welcoming!

We have spent three great days at Finca El Cercado, in the Guest house, very familiar and quiet. Cristina has been lovely, fully accessible and showed us the house’s cellar. We went with our dog who greatly enjoyed the farm and in the company of Paco, the host dog. As time accompanied us we made a great barbecue with specialities from the area. Highlight the good taste with which the house is decorated, and that does not lack detail, the kitchen with very complete utensils. Thank you.

Magnificent estate where you can enjoy the accommodation with very cozy and first class rooms, with great detail, a separate Guest House for four people with all the comforts, 50 Ha farm that allows you to enjoy wonderful walks and views, local environment with a tourism that begins to be known, towns such as Baltanás and its winery district, Torquemada with an impressive stone bridge, Dueñas, Támara and Frómista further north and many other locations that allow you to know this region of Cerrato Palentino. In the house Cristina and her people make your stay very cozy, ideal for groups of 16-20 people who want to isolate themselves from the hustle and bustle for a few days. A different way of knowing the Castilian rural environment.

Finca in very good condition, Cristina its owner made our stay very good. From there we went to Boadilla del Camino and we walked 7 km of the Camino de Santiago till Frómista, we watched the Canal de Castilla, ate lamb and visited the Romanesque church. The next day, a tour of the estate and visit the winery district of Baltanás. Very good weekend. The house has also a beautiful chapel.

Our two day stay is impossible to spend in a more pleasant way. The attention was superb, the place is wonderful – we stayed in the Guest House – full of details (from eggs of chickens of the farm to magnificent freshly picked thistle mushrooms, honey of the farm …), exquisitely decorated, Very comfortable, with a great fireplace and lots of dry fire wood, quite spacious and perfect for a couple with children. The farm is also very beautiful, with great walks and beautiful surroundings. Both Cristina, the owner and the staff were put at our disposal to meet any need that may arise. Fully recommended.

Great stay. The house is beautiful, very comfortable for large groups and with everything you need to spend some fantastic days. The farm is very beautiful, very well maintained and a great deal by both Cristina and Alejandro that provided all our needs. We will definitely return.

We were in September and we just repeated. We have spent the New Year in family on the farm with children. They have had a great time exploring the estate and playing with the dogs. The farm has a special charm and is full of spots for young explorers. The house is cozy and very spacious. It has a kitchen where children can eat and a lounge to relax while contemplating the landscape. There are also several tables outside in which despite being December we were able to rest in the sun after a good walk. As I said in September, one of the best houses we have been to. Finally, mention the kindness of Alejandro and Cristina who were always available to any possible need

We were looking for a rural house to spend a family holiday and, without a doubt, it was the best choice we could make. El Cercado is extremely cozy, all bedrooms and bathrooms are immaculate and with all kinds of details, the living room and dining room are super nice and the house is very spacious and comfortable. Everything appetizing and with good taste, ideal for large groups. Without a doubt, a place to which we will return since it has been a pleasant experience!

The house is beautiful, very well maintained and with all the comforts to spend some fantastic days. An ideal house for a large family or a group of friends. The estate is great for walking and enjoying the countryside, or just sitting down to enjoy a book in the fireplace in winter.

We have spent the weekend at Finca el Cercado. It is undoubtedly an exceptional place, both the house and the estate. The children have had a great time exploring and enjoying the pool. The elderly, the barbecue, the walks and the terrace. The house is perfectly equipped, is very spacious (we are 18 between children and adults) and has a special charm. Without a doubt one of the best houses we have been to!

A beautiful landscape and a very nice house.

The place is beautiful, Cristina is extremely helpful and the region has lots of interesting sites to visit. Great if you want to get away with your partner, with kids, with friends. Lots of nice walks as well. Perfect location for a retreat and if you’re looking for peace and quiet while benefiting from Spain’s culture and outings!

Privileged environment, with a estate not to get tired of walking. Disconnection from the madding crowd in an old house restored with all the comforts; rooms with own bathroom, library … Ideal for large families.

I was at a wedding yesterday and I liked the place for its authenticity. Lack of nonsense or artificial surcharges. Nice, good views, quiet and relaxing, and very healthy. They could have made selective collection of the rubbish we generated at the wedding, but well, maybe that would be too much to ask.

A hideout of Cerrato that will make you fall in love. Essence of the countryside and good taste everywhere.

Wonderful stay and the house beautiful. We were very comfortable!

A dream place … the house, the decoration, the kitchenware … also the landscape, the surroundings. It has been one of the most special places I have stayed; The whole set of things have made a wonderful stay. Cristina has been attentive to everything and has given us some exquisite dishes. Memorable breakfast …

I have not known any rural hotel with the quality, care and style of El Cercado. We have spent a few days in an unbeatable environment, full of personalized care and attention, suggestions for plans and ease of execution. The immense task performed by its owner Cristina makes it one of the most fascinating places in Spain and, in particular, privileged watchtower to know what the extraordinary province of Palencia offers “the great unknown” as we had occasion to check and, of course , enjoy it thoroughly. And what about gastronomy! natural along with a refinement difficult to find combined in the appropriate measure, worthy of homage. We will be back. It is a luxury that must be taken full advantage.

El Cercado is an extraordinary estate, with a stately stone house with 7 bedrooms with en suite bathrooms. It has another little house with more bedrooms. The elegance of the decoration, the beauty of the natural environment, the surrounding hills, the quality of the hostess and the amount of cultural visits to the Romanesque of Palencia, or explorations of nature that can be done from here, make it an essential destination

I just arrived from a weekend at El Cercado, celebrating my birthday with a group of almost 20 friends. What to say… I think I’ve never been to such a special place. Beauty and natural sensitivity. The very spacious rooms of a good taste that attracts attention combining antiques, impressive fabrics with a series of details that exceed the expected, the detail of natural flowers in all rooms, bathrooms all newly renovated and spacious bedrooms. Rest of the house… a large country home kitchen with its large old and beautiful work table, living room with fireplace, dining room, lovely little chapel of no more than a few meters… All decorated with family furniture and a very chosen bookstore that invites you to stay there in that haven of peace. The cuisine is unique, homemade food prepared with the fresh herbs from the farm, honey produced right there, the vegetable garden, all served with its tablecloths and dishes, the beauty of the breakfast tables with flowers and fruits, eggs of their chickens. Everything is natural and subtle there. It is not just luxury, it is the great luxury because this house and its furniture is history, because comfort is extreme in terms of heating, cleaning, facilities… because it is a subtle cozy beauty. The owner guided us and got us to open 3 churches of the area, with their organs, accompanied by a guide or mayor of the village. She guided us for walks through the estate that has 50 hectares… we made one of 5km !! And she offered us a craft brewing workshop, and visit the underground cellar of the house. The most beautiful and natural birthday I ever had. Thank you, thank you, thank you.

We spent four wonderful days the whole family, babies, children from 5 to 11 years old and couples of different ages. The house is very comfortable, the distribution allows children to be at their leisure, the living room with fireplace gives a lot of ambiance, and the kitchen and dining room gave us great evenings. The estate is like a spectacular Roman villa in a very beautiful region of Castille, dogs accompanying you when you go jogging or walking, roe deer approaching sometimes, and the region is full of opportunities for visits, excursions and activities. A 10 to the house, and its owner Cristina.

The estate is in a beautiful place. We have spent the December holidays with family and pet almost without leaving the house for the pleasure of its fireplace, its distribution, its views … We were encouraged to make excursions so as not to waste the entire offer of the area, but we could have been very happy just walking through the estate of El Cercado. Cristina is as welcoming as her house and the people who help her too. Oh, and our dog became very friendly with Paco, the dog of the house.

Fantastic weekend with the whole family, very cozy and absolute comfort

A rustic finca full of charm, wonderful, authentic, spectacular. 100% recommendable. They treated us great.

Here you can enjoy a magnificent estate with two houses, one large and one smaller, perfectly rehabilitated and equipped with everything to the smallest detail. Full of hideouts where you can relax, have a drink, but above all enjoy the sunsets from which we called “the viewpoint of the Arizonans.” As it is 3 km from the village and there are no lights around, the sky at night is spectacular. I went with a dog and he enjoyed almost more than me.

A beautiful and spectacular site. A hidden paradise that is worth visiting. The house is perfectly maintained and the rooms are very cozy.

We went on October a group of 10 adults and 9 children. We rented the Main House, which is in perfect condition and very well equipped. It is a beautiful place and we received a great treatment from the owner, Cristina, as well as from Ludi and Alejandro, who taught us everything necessary to take advantage of our stay and feel at home. Without a doubt, a place to return to.