Eco Chiquitita Yurts

About Eco Chiquitita Yurts

Featured in The Times, The Telegraph and The Guardian in 2010. These two genuine Mongolian yurts, which sit side by side, are an economical choice for two couples or a family, offering snug accommodation with real green credentials. Inside, the solid wood-deck floor and the traditional two-skin cover keep the yurts draft-free and ensure a constant ambient temperature. A central skylight allows ventilation as well as romantic star-gazing. The first yurt has a llarge double bed and the second a single that pulls out to a double if needed or can be added to with an additional single z bed or travel cot as required.

Outside, enjoy the sea and mountain views from your south-facing private terrace with wooden sun-loungers, barbecue and teak furniture for al fresco dining. There is a private toilet and shower room and a fully equipped kitchen with cooker,fridge etc and a breakfast bar.
There also is a shared washing machine onsite as well as an additional shared shower room/toilet, covered kitchen and lounge located next to the pool and chill-out area nearby. The yurts and terrace are fenced and gated, making them both private and safe for families.

The Eco Chiquitita Yurts at the Eco Retreat of Finca De Arrieta are just 300 meters from the beautiful beach at Arrieta.

The entire retreat is powered using sustainable energy (solar panels and wind turbines). There is a fantastic gated and solar heated pool and chill out area, set within a stunning location and breathtaking surroundings.

The prestigious 30,000 square meter estate of "Finca de Arrieta" hosts 12 seperate eco properties ranging from luxury villa to eco yurts. All guests have shared use of the of the solar heated 10 meter long pool and chill out area to relax and entertain alike. The pool area boasts sea and mountain views, mature gardens and a Polynesian style day bed. There is also have a large covered area where there is a second kitchen, further dining table for 8 guests and authentic Moroccan floor seating. This area is spacious and has hard wood floor a perfect place to read a book or enjoy a meal.

The area was originally farming land and has two natural wells on site, there are mature exotic gardens including fruit trees. The Finca is partly walled using stones from the land. There is a children’s play area which includes children’s play park, sand football pitch, trampoline and the resident donkey “Mollie” There is also an added bonus of farm eggs every morning from our free range hens. WiFi connection is available within the eco retreat.

On arrival, a welcome pack including water, wine, milk, tea, coffee and crisps will be waiting.

Holiday rental prices

(Prices are set in EUR (€) so these rates may be subject to exchange rate fluctuation)

Price includes linen and house towels.

30% deposit required to reserve your holiday with the remaining balance due 1 month before arrival. Payment can be made by credit card or bank transfer.

Holiday rental availability

Map of Arrieta

Owner's Tips

The yurts are set in a fabulous location over looking the beach in the north of the island.

The rural location is a perfect setting for a relaxing peaceful holiday in the countryside with the beauty of being next to the sea. Arrieta beach and village are just a 5 minute walk away, the village has the beauty of being a traditional Canarian Fishing Village, however providing all of the amenities you may need like excellent restaurants, local supermarkets, bakery and sea front tapas bars. A wonderful place to holiday and experience the true Lanzarote life style.

This area of Lanzarote is fantastic for walking and mountain biking. Or maybe you just want to relax and read a good book next to the pool in peaceful surroundings.

Local activities include surfing, sailing, fishing, wind-surfing, tennis, cycling, horse riding, paragliding, golf, walking, mountain biking, and swimming.

Get to know LanzaroteRetreats.Com...

About us
Lanzarote Retreats.com is a family run business which has been growing fast since summer 2007. Lanzarote Retreats is the creation of Tila and Michelle Braddock who wanted to offer a rural type accommodation mainly in and around Arrieta in the North of the Island where they live and love.

Arrieta is a traditional Lanzarote fishing village, a hidden jewel on the island, mainly un-discovered by tourists. It boasts wonderful sea front restaurants, quaint historic buildings and has a great beach for families, with a beach bar, play park and it is often great for body boarding and surfing.

They strive to offer you a personal service when booking and during your holiday in Lanzarote, as Tila and Michelle live at Finca de Arrieta they are always at hand for any information or help during your stay. Tila and Michelle are helped by Sarah who is based in their Costa Teguise office.

What we love about our business
Tila and Michelle have lived on Lanzarote for over 20 years and have bought up their 4 children here and been involved in Island life. The Lonely Planet guide book for the Canary Islands (4th Edition page 133 and 139) interviewed Tila and Michelle regarding Lanzarote and they feature along with Finca De Arrieta in the "Local Voices"section. They clearly love the island and therefore sharing it with those visiting the island through their holiday rental business.

Year we started: 2007

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Advertised with España Breaks since May 2010, last updated January 2012.