Molino Elkaniz is a hidden gem for those traveling through the Basque Country and are looking for an alternative to the busy congested cities along the coast but yet a short drive (15-20 mins) to San Sebastián, Hondarribia, Zarautz and the numerous restaurants and Sagardotegias (Cider houses) nearby. We used it as a central jumping off point to be able to visit the area. It’s less than an hour from Pamplona and Biarritz and 1.5 hrs to Roncevalles on the France/Spain border in the Pyrenees and incredible hiking and nature. Described as magical, it truly is a unique and special place with the sound of falling, cascading water omnipresent. The house is a former water mill that was operational until the 60’s and was then renovated into a residence. There numerous large rooms and spaces to spread out. Perfect for a family or a group of couples traveling together. There are three large bedrooms with en suite bathrooms and an attic area with a couple of additional beds for the kids or extra guests. The dining room seats 8 persons comfortably and opens up onto the waterfall making it one of our favorite spots in the house. The kitchen is fully equipped and also a very cool place to hang out in the morning. There is outdoor patio furniture to relax and enjoy the beautiful rural setting. The grounds keeper, Diego, and his wife are up the hill and very responsive and available if needed. There are horses and burros on the upper part of the property which is fun for a visit. (Remember to bring carrots!) The villages of Zizurkil and Villabona are minutes away and have bakeries for bread and pastries for the morning and full-service markets and pharmacies for anything else you’ll need. We recommend the property highly and will definitely return the next time we are in the Basque Country.