Cottage in Cantabria
Reasons to book
About this cottage rental
Your strategic base between Santander and Bilbao
Welcome to La Torrentera, a fully private rural house designed for guests seeking comfort, space and a highly functional location to make the most of their stay.
Located in the Parish of Rada, it is the perfect balance point to explore Cantabria and the Basque Country from one single base.
STRATEGIC LOCATION – EVERYTHING WITHIN REACH
What makes La Torrentera unique is its ability to place you at the center of everything that matters:
Between Santander and Bilbao: both cities are just 40 minutes away by motorway. Visit the Centro Botín or the Guggenheim Museum without changing accommodation.
Easy access: quick connection to main roads, avoiding secondary routes and saving valuable holiday time.
Close to the sea: the beaches of Laredo and Santoña are only a few minutes’ drive away.
GASTRONOMIC TOURISM – A FOOD LOVER’S PARADISE
Staying here means being at the very heart of northern Spain’s gastronomy, from fine dining to outstanding local cuisine.
MICHELIN STAR ROUTE
An unbeatable location for fine dining enthusiasts:
Top restaurants in Cantabria: El Cenador de Amós (3★), La Solana, La Bicicleta and Pico de Velasco.
Santander & Bilbao: easy day trips to Michelin-starred restaurants such as Azurmendi or Nerua in Bilbao, and El Serbal in Santander.
LOCAL CUISINE & TRADITION
El Ronquillo (renowned for game and local produce)
El Mitami
La Modernista de Anero
Numerous high-quality traditional grills in nearby villages
WINE, CIDER & LOCAL PRODUCE
Pago Casa del Blanco Winery (Cicero/Treto area)
Vidular Winery and other local wineries
Lagar 45 Amigos (artisan cider)
La Jarradilla cheese dairy and the famous anchovy producers of Santoña
THE HOUSE – SPACE & COMFORT FOR 7 GUESTS
140 m² fully renovated rural house
Capacity: up to 7 guests
Bedrooms: 4 bright rooms (3 twin rooms + 1 single)
Bathrooms: 2 modern, fully equipped bathrooms
Glazed porch: the heart of the house, fully openable or closable to enjoy the garden in any weather
Private grounds: 1,000 m² garden with barbecue and private on-site parking
BIKE-FRIENDLY SERVICES
Ideal for cycling routes such as the La Bien Aparecida climb:
Secure covered bike storage
Bike washing area with specific products
Basic tool kit for minor repairs
NATURE & HERITAGE
Santoña Marshes: a key wetland for birdwatching
Covalanas Cave: prehistoric rock art in an intimate setting
Camino de Santiago: the Northern Route passes through the area
QUALITY & EQUIPMENT
Professional cleaning standards
Wi-Fi, flat-screen TV and fully equipped kitchen
Family kit: baby cot, high chair and toilet adapter
Enjoy Cantabria with everything within easy reach. We look forward to welcoming you.
