A beautiful country house
If you have a taste for lovely things you will be enchanted by this house, a gracefully designed and beautifully furnished home of the highest quality, comfort and charm ...
"Fantastic view, brilliant pool, great comfy house. A little bit of England in Spain!"
Bedrooms
The main house has three (one double, two twin bedded).
The (optional) annexe suite has one double bedroom.
Pool
Private swimming pool
10.5 m x 5.0 m, 1.2 m - 1.8 m deep.
Location
2 km from Gaucín in the Ronda Mountains region (Province of Málaga).
Price
Sleeping 6 from 2,110 € to 2,810 € per week.
Sleeping 8 from 2,630 € to 3,600 € per week.
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Villa Description
Serene and majestic
Views are spectacular, down to the Mediterranean and the Rock of Gibraltar. Beyond, the peaks of Africa and Europe merge under a deep blue sky.
This is a beautiful house, from top to bottom, inside and out. One befitting its fabulous location, just five minutes drive (about half an hours walk) from Gaucín, one of Spain's prettiest pueblos blancos.
As peaceful a spot as it's possible to find, a huge panorama of magnificent mountain glory spreads out in front of your eyes. High above the Rio Genal valley, views are spectacular, down to the Mediterranean and the Rock of Gibraltar. Beyond, the peaks of Africa and Europe merge under a deep blue sky. It's absolutely wonderful.
The vast, craggy outcrop of the Crestellina Ridge rises up beyond the valley; on the other side, the mountains rise up again, thickly wooded with olive, almond, carob, fig and oak.
If you want to wake up to tranquil and very beautiful nature and a view that will always inspire, there's no better place. It's peaceful, serene - and majestic.
It gets better and better!
A work of art, this is a real country home which perfectly blends comfort, elegance and rustic charm.
Accessed along a farm track (an easy, one kilometre drive) from the country road which winds up from the coast to Gaucín, a driveway leads through six acres of private grounds to the villa which stands alone on its lofty hillside position.
Glistening white and bright in the sunshine under its beautifully weathered old roof tiles, there is a wide parking area immediately outside surrounded by blue flowering plumbago.
Even before you have got out of the car, you just know you have arrived somewhere very special.
Enormous, antique wooden double doors (more than 200 years old) open to a wide and delightfully cobbled, planted courtyard with a fountain at the rear of the house.
It's a very impressive entrance but, we promise you, once inside it gets better and better!
Creative design
The whole of the ground floor has been completely opened up to create a vast and really wonderful living space, beautifully furnished from end to end.
Previously owned by a very accomplished interior designer, the house is a classic example of her work - an unmistakable blend of comfort and very elegant, rustic charm. Add to this the exemplary good taste and beautiful furnishings of its current English owners and you have one of the most pleasing properties anywhere in Andalucía.
The whole of the ground floor has been completely opened up to create a vast and really wonderful living space, more than 70 feet long, 20 feet wide. A series of double doors all the way along one side of the room open to the south facing terrace - and those glorious views.
Light filters in, gently bathing this beautiful space in soft, golden hues; from end to end there are handsome furnishings, many of them exquisite antique pieces, an impressive collection of paintings collected on travels around the globe, plump sofas and easy chairs, colourful cushions and woven rugs, books galore and carefully chosen artefacts. It's fabulous and totally in keeping with the inherently Spanish ambience created by its gorgeous terracotta floor tiles and high, timber-beamed ceilings.
Delightfully relaxing
Beamed ceilings and terracotta floors merge perfectly with elegant antiques, original paintings, colourful fabrics and fascinating decorative pieces.
Absolutely everything is of the highest quality. But its no museum, it's all delightfully relaxing, homely and comfortable. A really charming home, one to be enjoyed.
Although it's one huge room, it subtly divides into distinct areas. The "cosy / TV" area with the kitchen alongside is at one end of the room. Here a sofa and easy chairs are gathered around the fireplace, a flat screen satellite TV in one corner (which has Freeview as well as iPod connectivity and there's a DVD).
The kitchen is to the side, so one can prepare meals and keep an eye on the cooking without missing out on any of the family banter! It's pretty too, with its soft blue and white theme as well as practical. Around its granite work-surfaces there's everything one could need - an electric oven with ceramic hob, microwave, fridge/freezer and dishwasher as well as all the usual kitchen bits and pieces.
Behind the kitchen there is a utility room which houses the washing machine and a tumble dryer.
Next along in the main room is the dining area with its magnificent mahogany dining table (which comfortably seats 10) taking centre stage. A traditional welsh dresser alongside displays a fine collection of china tableware.
The middle of the room is, in effect, the entrance hall of the house with lovely antique wooden doors opening to the courtyard behind and access to everywhere, upstairs and down.
As tasteful and charmingly furnished as everywhere else, extra interest is added here because it opens right to the top of the house (with a balcony view over it from the upstairs landing). It's an inspired and very pleasing bit of designing which adds significantly to the creative impact of this wonderful house.
Pretty and attractive
The bedrooms are, like the rest of the house, cosy and comfortable. Wooden floors and ceilings give them a lovely, soft and gentle feel.
Beyond, at the opposite end of the room, is a another beautifully relaxing living space. Perfect for the evening perhaps, or just somewhere to retreat to on your own, to read a book, away from the family hubbub going on down the other end!
Three white sofas are gathered around the fireplace at this end of the room surrounded by exquisite furnishings, table lamps and original, classic paintings. It has a splendid feeling of calm, cool spaciousness.
There is also a guest cloakroom on this floor, two steps up the wide, polished wooden staircase which takes one up (from the entrance area) to the bedrooms upstairs. This floor divides into two distinct parts either side of the landing which looks down over the entrance hall below.
Another of the lovely features of the house is that floors upstairs are not tiled (as they are downstairs); instead they have been beautifully laid in wood which gives the bedrooms a lovely, soft and gentle feel.
The great outdoors
The wisteria and jasmine covered terrace offers plenty of space to enjoy the breathtaking views and countryside joy all around.
To the right is a really delightful master bedroom suite ... one could be tempted to stay in bed all day!
Immaculately furnished in classic country style under a gorgeous wood-beamed ceiling, it has a chaise longue, antique dressing table, built in wardrobes and pretty floor kilms as well as its big, comfortable, top-quality double bed.
There are windows and balconies on three sides of the room. On one side it looks down over the swimming pool and the forested hillsides beyond. To the front your gaze takes you across the sea to Africa!
The huge en-suite wood-panelled bathroom is every bit as lovely with both a large walk-in shower and a free standing bath. There are, of course, more fabulous southerly views.
At the other end of the first floor there are two more en-suite bedrooms. One has twin beds pushed together, the other is a twin. They don't have the vast spaciousness of the master suite but are pretty rooms nonetheless. Both have balconies which look down the valley, the views far and wide.
Absolutely fabulous!
The pristine pool glistens gloriously blue in the sunshine and one can only marvel at the breathtaking view in front of you. Birdsong fills the air and there's not a lot wrong in the world ...
The fourth bedroom is located just off the cobbled courtyard (so 10 metres from the front door of the main house). Perfect for a couple who want a little extra independence it is double bedded with a fine antique wardrobe and walk-in shower room.
The series of french doors in the main living space all open to a wisteria and jasmine covered terrace which runs the whole length of the house. There's plenty of space here to enjoy the breathtaking views and countryside joy all around.
An attractive, covered dining area on one side offers very pleasant al-fresco dining (there is a gas fired barbecue); at the other end comfortable wicker sofas invite casual relaxation in the sunshine. Between the two, a gnarled old olive tree stands guard.
Lovely Gaucin village
Just five minutes away, Gaucín still retains its old-world Spanish charm, a delightful tangle of narrow, twisting streets and spectacular views.
This terrace leads around to the fabulous swimming pool which is at the far end of the house. A good size, 10.5 m x 5 m with a saltwater filtration system (no nasty chlorine here) it glistens gloriously blue in the sunshine and one can only marvel at the breathtaking view which opens up in front of you. Quality teak wood sunbeds line the wide bathing terrace, birdsong fills the air and there's not a lot wrong in the world ...
You just know that this is where you are going to spend a good part of your holiday. There's an all-weather ping pong table too, so, if you can't beat the kids at waterpolo, you can always try your luck at table tennis!
Gaucín, two kilometres away, is one of the classic white villages of Andalucía, as pretty as a postcard. Its narrow winding streets, hidden alleyways and spectacular views have long been an inspiration for painters and photographers. For a village of its size it has an excellent selection of restaurants and tapas bars.
Being just a couple of kilometres from the house it's perfectly possible to walk to and from the village. A very pleasant one, too. But please bear in mind that it's all uphill so, whilst the return leg couldn't be easier, the less fit of us might find it a little bit of a struggle on the way there.
There's plenty to do around and about. Whether you want to explore the wonderful nature, breathtaking vistas and first class hiking of the Serranía de Ronda, discover the culture and traditions of historic Ronda, or enjoy the beaches and golf courses of the Costa del Sol, there's something for everyone.
If you have a taste for lovely things you will be enchanted by this house, a beautifully designed and furnished home of the highest quality, comfort and charm. Here you will enjoy peace, tranquility and a quality of life that only the Andalusian countryside can offer.
Villa Details
The Villa in Detail
All the facts and features about this villa
Distribution
Ground Floor
- Almost completely open-plan incorporating:
- Entrance hall
- Living / TV area
- Kitchen (with utility room leading off)
- Dining area
- 2nd living space
- Guest cloakroom /W.C.
- Walled entrance courtyard
- Main dining and sitting terrace (furnished)
- Pool terrace (furnished)
- Private grounds (6 acres)
First Floor
- 3 bedrooms:
- Master bedroom suite with king-sized double bed and en-suite bathroom (walk-in shower and free standing bath tub with shower over)
- Twin bedroom (beds pushed together) with en-suite bathroom (shower over bath tub)
- Twin bedroom with en-suite bathroom (shower over small bath tub)
Annexe bedroom (on ground floor)
- Accessed from the courtyard, a double bedroom with en suite bathroom (walk-in shower only; no bath tub)
Facilities
Entertainment
- Satellite TV (UK Channel Information)
This property has full Sky box which receives the usual Sky channels (Sports etc), but due to changes to the UK satellite services currently does not receive UK terrestrial programmes, BBC, ITV etc. We will provide updates if this situation changes. - iPod connectivity
- DVD
- Radio/CD Player
- Books (including many on Andalucía)
- WiFi Internet (bring your own laptop)
Amenities
- Open fireplaces at each end of the open-plan living space
- Central Heating throughout the main house
- Electric radiator in the annexe bedroom
- Ceiling fans throughout the main house (three in the downstairs living space and also in each of the bedrooms). Floor standing fan in the annexe bedroom
- Washing Machine, Tumble dryer, Iron & board
- All linen is provided (including pool towels)
- Hair dryer
Kitchen
- Electric oven
- Gas / cermic hob (4 rings)
- Microwave
- Fridge / freezer
- Dishwasher
- Toaster, Juicer, Kettle, Coffee machine, salad spinner
- Cooking utensils, Cutlery, Crockery
Outdoors
- Salt-filtered & gated swimming pool (10.5 m x 5.0 m, 1.2 m - 1.8 m deep with access steps and underwater lighting)
- Pool terrace
- Sun beds
- Outdoor dining and garden furniture
- Barbecue (gas)
- Night lighting
- Grounds
- Parking
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)
During winter bookings, there is an extra charge of €290 per week for central heating (6 hrs morning, 6 hrs evening) and two large baskets of firewood, which should be sufficient for a week. This charge to be paid locally to the owner or caretaker.
Prices (below) are dependent on the number of bedrooms required. The annexe bedroom will be closed for smaller groups paying the discounted price for the main house only (with 3 bedrooms). It is available only at the higher, non-discounted rate
Rentals for this property run from Saturday to Saturday
Please, no smoking indoors
A weekly change of linen and towels is included for rentals of more than one week
A welcome pack, maid service and cooking are all available on request, payable locally
Villa Prices
Prices and Seasons
ZC 21
| 2023 Season Dates | Sleeping 6 per week |
Sleeping 8 per week |
|---|---|---|
| 1st January to 5th May | 2,500 € | 3,060 € |
| 6th May to 30th June | 3,060 € | 3,730 € |
| 1st July to 25th August | 3,260 € | 4,110 € |
| 26th August to 15th September | 3,060 € | 3,730 € |
| 16th September to 31st December | 2,500 € | 3,060 € |
ZC 21
| 2024 Season Dates | Sleeping 6 per week |
Sleeping 8 per week |
|---|---|---|
| Prices Pending | --- | --- |
Notes
Prices are dependent on the number of bedrooms required. For six or less guests the three bedrooms in the main house will be available (the independent bedroom annexe will be closed); this suite is available only at the higher, non-discounted rate.
During winter bookings, there is an extra charge of €290 per week for central heating (6 hrs morning, 6 hrs evening) and two large baskets of firewood, which should be sufficient for a week. This charge to be paid locally to the owner or caretaker.
Security Deposit
A 580 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.
Villa Availability
ZC 21
Availability 2023
Please contact us for latest availability and to reserve the villa.
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Villa Location
Location Map
In open countryside, 2 km from Gaucin (most facilities) in the Ronda Mountains region (Province of Málaga)
Location
In open countryside, 2 km from Gaucin (most facilities) in the Ronda Mountains region (Province of Málaga).
Casares (most facilities) 25 mins; Jimena de la Frontera (most facilities) 35 mins.
Ronda 45 mins; Estepona 45 mins; Marbella 1 hr; Gibraltar 1¼ hrs; Málaga 1½ hrs; Tarifa 1½ hrs.
Jerez 2 hrs; Cádiz 2¼ hrs; Sevilla 2½ hrs; Granada 3 hrs; Córdoba 3 hrs.
Nearest Airports
Gibraltar 1 hr; Málaga 1½ hrs; Jerez 2 hrs; Sevilla 2½ hrs.
See our Links Page for web sites of airlines traveling to Andalucia from the UK.
Around and About
This is an excellent base from which to explore this delightful and very beautiful part of Andalucía.
Excursions
- La Costa del Sol with its wealth of sandy beaches, sun, fun and nightlife is just 30 minutes away. Resort towns include Estepona (45 minutes) and glitzy, glamorous Marbella (under an hour).
- Gibraltar, steeped in history, VAT free shops … and plenty of fish & chips is 1¼ hours away.
- Tarifa on the southernmost point of Spain is 1½ hours from here. Looking directly across the Straits of Gibraltar to Morocco, Africa is so close you feel that you can almost touch it!
- Beyond lie mile upon mile of magnificent white beaches on Spain's Atlantic coast, La Costa de la Luz.
- A taste of Morocco perhaps? The fast boat from Tarifa to Tangiers takes 35 minutes, so you can be exploring the local souks in just a few hours. Fascinating and colourful, it really is a different world.
- Spain's unique sherry wine region (Jerez and Sanlúcar), is well worth a visit, enhanced no doubt by stopping at one or two of the famous bodegas along the way! Jerez de la Frontera is 2 hours.
- Cádiz (2¼ hours) continues to evoke the romance, intrigue and mystery of centuries of trade (some legal, some not so) between Europe, Africa and the Americas.
- One of Europe's most important wetland reserves and bird sanctuaries, the Doñana National Park, is a popular attraction for nature lovers (4 hours). Its enormous variety of bird species include everything from flamingos to imperial eagles.
- A beautiful road winds over the spectacular mountains to Ronda (45 minutes), with its spectacular gorge and Spain's oldest bullring, Hemmingway’s favourite town in all of Spain.
- Sevilla takes 2½ hours. It is impossible not to be captivated by its exuberant atmosphere: stylish, confident, ancient and proud, yet also convivial, intimate and fun-loving. If you don't know what alegría means, Sevilla is the place to learn!
- The fantastic railway between Algeciras on the coast and Ronda, to the north, stops at the little pueblo of Colmenar (20 minutes away). One of Europe’s great short railway journeys, running through landscapes which offer constantly plunging and spectacular views, this is a remarkable and wonderful way to see some of Andalucía's best and most dramatic countryside.
- There are a plethora of beautiful white villages and hilltop towns to explore and enjoy in the magnificent countryside of the Serranía de Ronda – Jimena de la Frontera, Casares and Genalguacil to name but a few.
- Nearby National Parks include the fabulous Los Alcornocales Natural Park and the Grazalema National Park, one of the most beautiful tracks of mountain anywhere in Europe. Jagged peaks, gorges, chasms, faults and caves, underground rivers and deep canyons are interspersed, here and there, by some of the prettiest villages in Spain, Grazalema, Zahara, Setenil and the other famous "pueblos blancos".
- Córdoba and Granada are both 3 hours drive from here
Activities
- Guided and self-guided walking, horse riding, mountain biking and yoga are all available in or around Gaucín.
- The village has an excellent municipal swimming pool, a tennis court and gymnasium.
- For golf enthusiasts, there are at least 25 top quality golf courses (including Finca Cortesin, Valderrama, Sotogrande, and San Roque) within 50 minutes drive.
- On the coast (both the Costa del Sol and the Costa de la Luz) there’s every beach pursuit imaginable, from sailing and windsurfing, diving and snorkelling to whale and dolphin watching.
