Apartment 38M — Kitchen, Amenities & Utilities
Apartment 38M is fully equipped for a relaxed, self-catering holiday. Here are practical tips for the kitchen, laundry, utilities, and natural environment.
🍳 1. Kitchen & Coffee Equipment
Section titled “🍳 1. Kitchen & Coffee Equipment”- Cooking Appliances: Induction cooktop, electric oven, microwave, dishwasher, tall refrigerator with freezer, and blender.
- Two Coffee Makers:
- American / Drip Filter Coffee Maker: Uses standard ground coffee filters.
- Italian Moka Pressure Pot: Classic stovetop espresso pot for rich, traditional coffee.
- Dishwasher: Eco-tablets are located in the cupboard beneath the sink. Run the daily eco cycle before departure.
🏖️ 2. Towel Etiquette: White vs. Colored
Section titled “🏖️ 2. Towel Etiquette: White vs. Colored”We provide two distinct sets of freshly laundered towels:
- ⚪ White Towels: Strictly for indoor bathroom and shower use. Please do not take white towels outside to the terrace, pool, or beach.
- 🟡 Colored Beach Towels: Provided specifically for the swimming pools and beach / natural pools.
🧺 3. Laundry & Fast Drying Tips
Section titled “🧺 3. Laundry & Fast Drying Tips”- Washing Machine: Located in the utility nook. Please rinse volcanic sand and saltwater out of beachwear outdoors before washing.
- Front Washing Line (Dries Fastest): Clothes dry significantly faster on the front washing line and wall hooks compared to the back terrace due to coastal airflow.
- Wind Precautions: The west coast can experience strong Atlantic gusts:
- Always secure garments firmly with the provided clothing pegs.
- When using the portable folding drying rack outdoors, place the provided heavy bricks on its base legs to prevent it from blowing over.
🪴 Potted Plants: If the outdoor terrace or indoor plants look dry or thirsty during your stay, a splash of water is always appreciated!
⚡ 4. Electrical Capacity & Breaker Panel
Section titled “⚡ 4. Electrical Capacity & Breaker Panel”The regional community electrical grid in Aguas Verdes is historic and has finite amperage limits:
🌿 5. Subtropical Nature Reserve & Wildlife Considerations
Section titled “🌿 5. Subtropical Nature Reserve & Wildlife Considerations”Aguas Verdes is situated directly inside the protected Parque Rural de Betancuria, a pristine natural habitat for hundreds of subtropical bird, plant, and insect species:
- Keep Outdoor Nature Outdoors: The apartment is kept immaculately clean. To keep it that way, please store open bread, fruit, and sweet snacks in sealed containers or inside the refrigerator.
- Wipe Surfaces: Promptly wiping down kitchen countertops and sinks after cooking prevents curious outdoor ants from seeking food inside.
- Precautionary Supplies: Standard household deterrent supplies are discreetly stored out of sight (under the kitchen sink and in the cabinet above the hob) purely as a precaution if ever needed.
🌪️ 6. Island Weather & Calima
Section titled “🌪️ 6. Island Weather & Calima”- Coastal Winds: Ocean breezes keep the apartment pleasantly cool, but can pick up suddenly. Close windows and secure terrace furniture before heading out on day trips.
- Calima (Saharan Dust Winds): A few times per year, easterly winds blow fine Saharan dust across the Canary Islands. This causes warm temperatures, reduced visibility, and a brownish horizon. Keep terrace doors closed during calima events to keep dust out.