For the little ones
The garden is theirs
Lawn, palm-tree shade and space to run. The pool, always with an adult watching.
First communions at HierbaBuena
A family first communion at a cortijo in Almería
After church, a house that is yours alone: a long table in the shade, the children in the garden and an afternoon in no hurry to end.
A day for the family
No other families, no closing time for lunch
At HierbaBuena you share the space with no one. The whole cortijo is yours: the porch for lunch, the garden for the little ones and shady corners for the grandparents.
You arrive straight from church to a house that is ready for you. You set the pace; we make sure everything flows.
How the day unfolds
From church to the last light of the afternoon
Every communion is different, but most follow this gentle thread.
Midday
Arrival
Guests cross the cobbled courtyard to find the house open, cool and ready to welcome them.
Early afternoon
Lunch
A long table under the beams, the menu you have chosen and toasts to the star of the day.
Afternoon
Children at play
While the grown-ups linger at the table, the children run across the lawn and the garden fills with laughter.
At sunset
Farewell
The light turns golden on the whitewashed walls and the day ends as unhurriedly as it began.
Two worlds under one roof
Room to play, room to talk
For the grown-ups
The long table
Under the timber porch, conversation lasts as long as the afternoon.
The house, yours alone
Everything you need to know
Every celebration is different, but some things never change once you step through the cortijo’s door.
Exclusive use
The whole house is yours: no other guests, no other celebrations, no strangers.
4 bedrooms, 8 guests
Those you choose can sleep at the cortijo and live the celebration from beginning to end.
Pool, garden and porch
Outdoor spaces for every moment of the day, from first light to the last lingering meal.
Catering your way
Bring your own suppliers or choose from those we recommend, who already know the house.
Music welcome
Music is part of the celebration, always at a volume that respects the house and its surroundings.
A conversation, not a price list
Length of stay, dates and terms are discussed in private, shaped around what you imagine.
The house in pictures
The corners of your celebration
How we prepare it
From your first message to the day itself
Tell us
Write to us with the date you have in mind and what you imagine. We will reply personally.
Visit the house
We invite you to walk around the cortijo at your own pace, at the time of day you plan to celebrate.
Shape it together
We talk through timings, spaces and suppliers until every detail fits.
Live the day
You arrive at a house prepared for you. We take care of everything else.
Those who were here
What they tell us afterwards
We wanted a place where the children could play without us worrying about disturbing anyone. We ate slowly and the afternoon simply slipped away.
Grandma still talks about the porch and how peaceful it was. It was an intimate communion, just as we wanted, and the house looked beautiful.
Frequently asked questions
What families usually ask us
Is the pool safe for children?
The pool is part of the garden and children can enjoy it, always supervised by an adult. We will talk through how to organise it during your visit.
Can we bring our own caterer?
Yes. You can bring your own caterer or choose from the suppliers we recommend, who already know the house.
How long does the celebration last?
We agree it with you. Some families celebrate just the lunch; others make a day of it or stay the night.
How far ahead should we book?
First communions cluster in May and June, so we recommend writing to us several months in advance.
Can we stay overnight?
Yes. The house has four bedrooms for eight people, ideal for close family.
Around the estate
Far from the noise, close to everything
The cortijo sits in Los Lobos, in the countryside of Cuevas del Almanzora. A short drive away: the Mediterranean, white villages and landscapes worth the journey.
The sea
- San Juan de los TerrerosClear-water coves facing its islets.15 min
- Villaricos & PalomaresQuiet beaches and a fishing village.20 min
- GarruchaA fishing port famous for its red prawns.25 min
- ÁguilasCoves and a seafront promenade, just over in Murcia.25 min
- MojácarA white village looking out to sea.35 min
Culture & nature
- Cuevas del AlmanzoraA 16th-century castle and cave houses.15 min
- Pulpí GeodeA giant crystal geode, hidden in an old mine.20 min
- GolfDesert Springs and Valle del Este.30 min
- Cabo de Gata-NíjarA natural park of volcanic coves.55 min
Getting here
- Almería Airport1 h 10 min
- Región de Murcia Airport1 h 20 min
- Alicante-Elche Airport2 h 15 min
Approximate driving times from the cortijo.
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Your first communion
Save the day your family will remember
Tell us the date and how you picture the celebration. We will reply personally and show you around the house.
Write to us