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La Casita de Femés

Lanzarote, Spain
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Set amidst the volcanic folds of southern Lanzarote, where black lava fields meet the Atlantic breeze, La Casita de Femés is an oasis born from the island’s elemental forces. Once a humble farmhouse with stables and an agricultural warehouse, it has been thoughtfully transformed by its owner in collaboration with the architecture studio SAL into a boutique sanctuary that celebrates the intimate dialogue between land and design. Here, the austere beauty of Lanzarote’s volcanic terrain converges with minimalist yet soulful interiors, offering a refuge that feels both timeless and profoundly grounded.

Nestled in a landscape sculpted by centuries of fire, La Casita de Femés commands uninterrupted views of undulating lava fields, volcanic vineyards, and the distant glimmer of the Atlantic. From this serene perch, the island’s otherworldly character, its craters, black sand beaches, and gentle temperate climate, is on full display. Lanzarote, shaped by dramatic eruptions in the 18th and 19th centuries and guided by the vision of César Manrique, blends raw natural power with restrained, human-scale architecture, creating an environment where silence and space become part of the experience. Within this context, La Casita de Femés is not merely accommodation; it is an invitation to inhabit the land intentionally.

The property comprises two self-catering suites, Casa Jable, a one-bedroom hideaway, and Casa Diama, a three-bedroom retreat. Interiors embrace the island’s rugged essence with rough stone, cool concrete, and handcrafted details that honor the volcanic surroundings. Each object and material is considered and every element has its place. The aesthetic is quietly luxurious, functional, and refined, an understated elegance that complements the raw power outside. The building, once a low-lying warehouse, now flows seamlessly into the volcanic landscape, balancing local architectural traditions with contemporary creativity.

Days at La Casita de Femés unfold at the pace of the island itself. Mornings might begin with the soft light spilling across volcanic vineyards, afternoons with breezes from the Atlantic carrying the scent of salt and stone, and evenings beneath astonishingly clear skies as constellations shine above the dark terrain. The property offers seclusion and serenity without sacrificing access. The charming town of Yaiza is a five-minute drive, Puerto del Carmen’s beaches ten minutes, and must-see destinations like Arrecife, Teguise, Famara, the Parque Nacional de Timanfaya, Fundación César Manrique, and Playa Blanca all lie within twenty minutes.

La Casita de Femés is more than a stay; it is a way of seeing. It is a space where simplicity, intention, and care transform the elemental into the extraordinary. Here, the volcanic land is not merely observed, it is lived, breathed, and woven into the very rhythm of daily life. Whether you arrive for the design, the landscapes, or simply to breathe differently, this is a refuge that leaves an indelible mark, a place where luxury is measured not in excess, but in presence, clarity, and connection to the land.