Welcome on arrival was very friendly which included a lovely bottle of Rioja - we stayed for ten nights at the end of June. The site has a number of touring pitches all quite close together of varying sizes, and on the top field a lot of seasonal pitches occupied by Spanish locals. Initially we chose a pitch on this top field, however, we felt quite isolated and didn’t receive the most friendly of welcome towards flustered Brits arriving in their domain so we moved on.
We were allocated a pitch which was fine in size but was tucked out of the way in the corner which we weren’t happy about. We asked to change pitches but were told other pitches weren’t available for the duration of our stay, which didn’t appear to be the case. Eventually we did relocate to a pitch which suited us more and made our stay much more enjoyable. However, if did seem that if you were Spanish you could get your first choice.
All that said it is a lovely site with fabulous views over towards the stunning Picos de Europa mountain range a little over 30 minutes drive from the site. Francis the owner is very much hands on running reception, taking new arrivals to their pitches, serving drinks in the bar and generally socialising. There is a good pool complex with a small indoor pool, the toilets were immaculately clean and were cleaned several times a day. Good showers with good pressure and plenty of hot water.
There is a pathway to the Oyambre beach direct from the site which is a comfortable 15 minutes walk. Locally there is plenty to do locally with both Comillas and San Vicente de la Barquera close by and also have lovely beaches too. Santallina del Mar is a lovely rustic village inland and well worth a visit. Further afield visits to the Picos is extremely rewarding and if you have a head for heights take the cable car 🚠 in Fuente De to the plateau around 2500 metres, but not forgetting Covadonga at the other side of the mountains. Ribadesella on the coast is a pretty fishing port on the coast with a beach on one side of the estuary. Last but not least Santander. Although a port city the beaches and sea front areas are a definitely worth a visit with lovely wide promenade stretching all along the beach areas.
There is free WiFi available on site which was variable at best, often not working. All in all a great site and a good base to make your first steps to explore northern Spain. By
