One which is enhanced by the really lovely - and very extensive - gardens here. Huge palm trees stand guard over wide swathes of immaculately kept lawns which extend down the slopes and around the pool on the terrace below.

There is a wonderful array of flowers, tropical plants and splendid, mature trees. A huge bougainvillea clambers gorgeously up and over the colonnaded terrace of the villa. Handsome orange and lemon groves extend along the terrace beyond the pool.

There are shady spots and sunny ones, little pathways which will take you to secluded areas of tranquillity; plenty of places for children to safely explore and play in the two acres of gardens.

And, oh, what a pool! It's huge, something like 13 m x 6 m (it's a free-form, irregular shape), located at the bottom of the gently sloping gardens just below the house, surrounded by wide lawns. Its azure blue waters (which can be heated) contrast gloriously with the verdant greenery all around and are utterly irresistible!

There are plenty of sun loungers and chairs surrounding the pool, the sun shines down from dawn until dusk, some dappled shade is provided by a massive palm tree.

Stunning at night, too, when the underwater and garden lighting comes into its own, a thousand stars twinkling up above.

The villa doesn't disappoint, either … easily accessed from the excellently maintained estate track which leads down to the country road connecting Jimena de la Frontera and Gaucín, a short private driveway leads up to a large parking area at the side of the house.

More gates open to an attractively cobbled, wide and welcoming entrance courtyard (which also doubles up as a shady sitting area). There's garage parking here, too, with space for two cars.

At the other end of the living room, a short corridor leads to two twin bedrooms which share a bathroom between them.

Both are very pretty, good sized rooms with ceiling fans; one opens to the cobbled entrance courtyard, the other to the main terrace and gardens. The big marble bathroom which they share is equally attractive, with a shower over the bath tub and double wash basins.

There are two more fabulous bedrooms upstairs, the huge master suite and another twin bedded room which can be made up as a double if preferred.

The master bedroom (with queen-sized double bed) is enormous, very spacious indeed. Sets of double doors open to a balcony with lovely garden views on one side; to an amazing upper terrace on another side.

From this higher elevation the views are incredible, over the lawns, pool and gardens below to the surrounding countryside and far, far away.

In the mid-distance you see the white villages of San Pablo de Buceite and, further on, Jimena de la Frontera, surrounded by mile upon mile of sublime countryside. The craggy rock face of Gibraltar stands proud, guarding the Straits, the sea shimmering in the sunshine, teasing glimpses of the Moroccan coastline beyond. Just wait until you see the sunsets from here!

At the other end of the master bedroom there's an attractive dressing area with access to its sizeable, en-suite marble bathroom (double basins, shower over bath tub and walk-in shower) and to another terrace at the back, from which you can nip down to the gardens and pool if you wish.

The other upstairs bedroom isn't bad either! The twin beds are pushed together as a double but there's masses of room if you prefer them separated. This room also has access to the upper terrace and to a smaller, private side terrace as well.

Like the master bedroom, it has an en-suite marble bathroom (double basins, shower over bath tub and walk-in shower); both have ceiling fans.

The fifth bedroom suite is in the gardens just below and to the side of the main house. Overlooking the orange groves immediately below it, this makes excellent accommodation for grandparents or teenagers who want a little independence and space of their own. Twin bedded, it is neat, tidy and attractive with a free standing fan and a good sized en-suite bathroom (shower over bath tub and walk-in shower) alongside.

From the moment you arrive, you know you are somewhere very special.

Previous guests agree … "we look forward so much to the tranquillity and peace of the house and its position. We spend our days by the pool in the delightful gardens, among the orange and lemon trees. We have children of all ages and they have all found plenty to do. We all love the area and the incredible views. The tennis court is great, too", said one family, currently on their fifth visit.