Light and spacious, bright and cheerful, this modern property is located in open countryside just a few minutes drive from historic Ronda ...
Comfortable and well equipped
This modern country house is neat and comfortable, designed with all the necessities of a family in mind.
This modern country house is located in open countryside just a short drive from the historical town of Ronda and within walking distance of Arriate (around 2km to the centre), one of several charming little villages which are close at hand.
This property was designed with all the necessities of a family in mind. The house is surrounded by lawns, and the private, 400 m2 gardens are completely fenced off.
Within the swimming pool there is a section which is only 60 cm deep, ideal for children to splash around in.
Inside the house is light, spacious and modern. The entrance is through a large porch into a neat and comfortable living room with a dining area and the well equipped kitchen partially separated off alongside.
Splashes of bold colour here and there add a bright and cheerful touch to the design.
Lazy days
It's a superb spot to enjoy lazy days by the pool and the rural peace - with the added advantage that historic Ronda is just a short drive away.
The two bedrooms are equally attractive, both with large en-suite bathrooms. In the utility room there are laundry facilities and a big fridge/freezer.
Winter months are comfortable here with central heating throughout to keep you warm and cosy.
For Spring and Summer, the various outdoor areas and terraces in the neatly kept garden surrounds come into their own for al-fresco dining.
Although there are other residential properties around and about (just about completely hidden from view by the high hedges), it’s a superb spot to enjoy lazy days by the pool and rural peace – with the added advantage that the shops, restaurants, charm and historic interest of Ronda is just a short drive away.
Authentic Andalucia
Little Arriate is a very pleasant 30 minute stroll (around 2km) along the country lane. It's as authentically Andaluz as can be.
All around is excellent walking country, up into the Serranía de Ronda or along lanes dotted with little farms.
Arriate is a traditional little market town, authentically Andaluz both in pace (slow) and style (relaxed). There’s no need to take the car, it’s an easy and very pleasant 20 minute stroll along the country lane.
It is described by one writer as “a jack-in-the-box; a surprise package in a plain wrapper”.
“At first sight it appears to be a sleepy rural village waiting, with no sense of urgency, for its grass to grow and its paint to dry. Then, abracadabra! – a corner is turned and the visitor is suddenly thrown into the sophisticated high street of a chic and bustling small town”.
It reminds this writer of the magical moment in The Wizard of Oz “when the pictures on the screen turn unexpectedly from black and white into glorious technicolor”.
Ideal for a family holiday
A happy, cheerful little home, it's perfect for a relaxed family holiday under the blue skies and golden sunshine of Southern Spain.
Nearby Ronda (just five kilometres away) is a lovely town, Hemingway’s favourite in all Spain. A classic example of a fortified Moorish city – the old defensive wall, the area’s baths, mosques converted to churches by the Christians, and many other sites of archaeological interest – it is brimming with history and interest. A visit to its famous bridge and bullring, reputedly the oldest in the country, is a must.
A little over an hour’s drive through the spectacular scenery of the Serranía de Ronda will take you to the beaches of the Costa del Sol. The Atlantic beaches on the stunning Costa de la Luz take two hours.
To the north, stunning Seville is also 2 hours away. Córdoba and Granada are a further half hour’s drive.
The lush Grazalema National Park, some of the most wonderful walking and riding countryside anywhere in Spain, is only 25 minutes drive away. Here you will find some of the most beautiful of the famous “white villages”. Elsewhere, Arcos de la Frontera, Setenil, Gaucín and Casares are all well worth a visit.
An attractive home, it’s ideal for a relaxed family holiday and also as a great base from which to explore the delightful countryside and cultural riches of this wonderful part of the world.
The Villa in Detail
All the facts and features about these villas
Distribution
All on one floor
Open-plan living / dining room / kitchen
2 bedrooms :
1 double with en-suite bathroom (shower over bath tub)
1 twin bedded with en-suite bathroom (shower over bath tub)
Bathroom (walk-in shower only, no bath tub)
Utility / Laundry room
Shaded porch (furnished) and sun terrace (furnished)
Garden and grounds
Outdoors
Filtered swimming pool (7.5 m x 4 m; 1.85 – 0.6 m deep)
Pool shower
Sun beds and sun shade
Night lighting
Outdoor dining and garden furniture
Barbecue
Garden and (fenced) grounds
Parking
Facilities
Entertainment
Spanish TV
DVD
CD / Radio
WiFi (Bring your own devices)
Amenities
Central Heating throughout
Portable Fans
Washing Machine, Iron & board
All linen is provided (but not pool towels)
Cot & Highchair available (cot linen is not provided)
Kitchen
Electric Oven
Gas / ceramic hob (4 rings)
Microwave
Fridge / freezer
Dishwasher
Toaster, Kettle, Coffee machine
Cooking utensils, Cutlery, Crockery
Notes
Weather permitting, the swimming pool will be open throughout the year (although, because it’s not heated, the normal swimming season is from late April to September, inclusive)
Rentals for this property normally run from Saturday to Saturday in high season.
The English speaking Spanish owners live a little bit further up the lane and will be happy to give you advice and suggestions about the region and all it has to offer
A 250 Euro security deposit is required on each booking. This is held against your credit or debit card and will be cancelled one week after your holiday, subject to any reductions for breakages or damage. See Terms and Conditions for full details.
Tourist Ref:
RB/VTAR/MA/00096
Prices and Seasons
2024 (€)
2025 (€)
2024 (€)
2023 Season Dates
Week
Fortnight
1st January to 24th March
720 €
1,400 €
25th March to 23rd June
850 €
1,650 €
24th June to 25th August
1,160 €
2,280 €
26th August to 20th October
850 €
1,650 €
21st October to 22nd December
720 €
1,400 €
23rd December to 31st December
850 €
1,650 €
2025 (€)
2025 Season Dates
Week
Fortnight
Prices Pending
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Location
In open countryside, 2 km from the centre of Arriate (most facilities) in the Ronda Mountains region (Province of Málaga).
Ronda (all facilities) 15 mins
Grazalema 45 mins
Marbella 1¼ hrs
Málaga 1¾ hrs
Jerez 2 hrs
Sevilla 2 hrs
Gibraltar 2 hrs
Tarifa 2¼ hrs
Cádiz 2¼ hrs
Costa del Sol 1¼ hrs
Costa de la Luz 2 hrs
Granada 2½ hrs
Córdoba 2½ hrs
Nearest Airports
Málaga 1¾ hrs
Sevilla 1¾ hrs
Jerez 2 hrs
Gibraltar 2 hrs
Availability
Available
Booked
Rental's Location (around)
Málaga, Ronda Mountains, Arriate
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"I just wanted to say thank you to you and the Rustic Blue team for your help in securing and arranging our Casa. It was beautiful and more than we could have hoped for. The owners were so accommodating and they went above and beyond to make us feel settled and introduce us to the locality. Please pass on our huge gratitude to them, their Casa was perfect and they were superb hosts. We loved our stay."