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Only 500 metres from Carabeillo Beach and Plaza España, this Andalusian townhouse promises panoramic views over Nerja from its sun-kissed roof terrace. Sitting at the foothills of the Sierras of Tejeda, Almijara, and Alhama Natural Park, it's easy to see how this charming spot on the Costa del Sol has become so popular. Why not make use of the extra services available and book some adventurous day trips here, where you'll be shuttled from your front door?

Set over three floors, this characterful home caters to pleasure seekers and remote workers alike, as a lamplit desk awaits under the stairs. On your arrival, perhaps you'll treat yourself to a lovely welcome hamper, filled with Spanish breakfast essentials for four. Our favourite thing about this place is the separate terraces, so you can come together outdoors or slip away for a moment of solitude during your downtime. After sightseeing, simply fire up the barbecue for dinner and sip sangria beneath the dappled light of your pergola.

Sunday Sunrays

Get the pampering you deserve at this gorgeously modern penthouse apartment, offering views of the glittering Mediterranean sea. If you're thinking you'll have to make any big sacrifices to stay here, think again – wake up and draw the curtains to fantastic views, and head downstairs for a dip in one of two communal pools to start your day. Return and step out onto the balcony to rinse off in the outdoor shower, and whip up a home-cooked breakfast to be enjoyed alfresco.

Whether you're looking for days out on the beach or some retail therapy, you're in the right place. This home places you just a short drive from the small and sandy Playa Calaceite, which is perfect for catching some sun or heading out in the water for some snorkelling. Live like a local during your stay in Torrox – head to the weekly market for a unique souvenir and dine at wonderful local restaurants. In the evening, the balcony of this home is the perfect spot to gather with drinks and good conversation as the sun sets.

Going Down to the Sea

This apartment sits in a gated community at the heart of Axarquia. It’s in the first line from the beach, so you can admire sea views and stroll to the soft sand in no time. There are also plenty of bars and restaurants nearby. You’ll have access to the communal salt-water swimming pool, from which you can gaze out to sea as you float in the sunshine. There’s a communal gym, too, ideal for those keen to keep up their routine. We recommend bringing a car so you can drive twenty-five minutes to Malaga to see the sights. 

Saltwater Serenity

This finca’s crowning achievement might be the fabulous outdoor space – and the views on offer from it – but that doesn’t take away from the beautiful blend of rustic charm and more modern elements. 

Start your day on the balcony where you can enjoy a cup of coffee just after sunrise. Bask in the tranquillity as you admire ocean views flanked by rolling hills and the mountains of the Andalusian region. When you’ve found your peace, return inside to take on breakfast duties together. 

Spend days poolside or on the balcony where you can enjoy wine and nibbles before firing up the barbecue for a Mediterranean feast. Though the beach is a little farther to drive to, it’s worth the more rural location and it also places you in closer proximity to Sierras de Tejeda, Almijara y Alhama Natural Park where you can spot waterfalls and admire the sweeping views as you hike one of the many trails. 

Back home, enjoy the sunset with a drink in the hot tub, and stay outside, making yourself comfortable in any of the seating areas, to chat under the sparkling night sky.

Finca Solar

There's a long list of things to love about this wonderful villa. Located in the Andalusian hills, a little outside the town of Competa, it's the perfect place to press pause and enjoy some quality time with your loved ones. 

Step inside, and you'll find a welcoming living space that's full of rustic charm. From the terracotta tiles and the antique furniture to the wooden ceiling beams, there are plenty of traditional details to make you feel right at home. Outside, there are stunning panoramic views to admire as you soak up the sun on a lounger. When the mercury rises you can cool off in the swimming pool, and there's even a basketball court so you can practice your passes. Then, when hunger strikes, fire up the grill in the summer kitchen for a delicious alfresco feast on the patio. 

Adventurous guests can hop on a bike or lace up their hiking boots and explore the rugged mountain landscapes – there are plenty of trails to choose from close by. Spend an afternoon wandering the winding streets of Competa, admiring the white-washed buildings that are typical of the area. And, if you fancy a day by the sea, take a drive down to one of the Costa Del Sol's famous beaches – you can arrive at the coast in around thirty-five minutes. 

Fabulous Finca

This sprawling Spanish casa is surrounded by the most magnificent mountainous terrain. Perfect for a large family or group of friends, this home has contemporary comfort at its core. Feel the beauty of the nature that surrounds you as you take on some laps in your private pool, after which, you can recline on your sun lounger and you’ll feel your worries melting away. With a well-equipped outdoor kitchen here, along with an outdoor bathroom, you won’t have to stroll too far from the pool for anything you need. As the evening rolls around, light the barbecue and indulge in a delicious dinner alfresco – all you need is a large bottle of wine and you’re in for a memorable evening. 

The interior decor encompasses natural materials reflective of your surroundings, yet tastefully modernised for a little touch of luxury. After dinner, kick off your shoes and put your feet up on your vast comfortable sofa. For cooler evenings, get the fire going for a cosy ambience. 

We love how each bedroom has a tall headboard, creating a beautiful decorative touch as you drift off into a peaceful night's sleep. As the sun rises over the mountains in the morning, enjoy a little bit of calm as you sip your coffee taking in the spectacular vistas – the benches are a lovely spot to enjoy the peace and quiet to the delicate backdrop of birdsong. 

Peaks of Sunshine

It's easy peasy lemon squeezy to sit back and relax in this Mediterranean paradise. And with panoramic views stretching over the valley and out to sea, you'll be spoilt for choice when it comes to choosing your spot on the porch or out by the private swimming pool in the secluded garden. 

Breathe in the fresh aromatics of the home's vegetable garden, growing seasonal fares, such as tomatoes, cucumbers, aubergines, fava beans, garlic, onions, sugar canes, and tropical products, such as avocadoes, mangoes, pitayas, lychees. The host welcomes you to pick the produce when it's ripe to use when cooking up your own culinary delights in the kitchen or on the barbecue grill. You'll also find fresh eggs at the henhouse that you can select for free – meaning there should always be something available for breakfast in the morning. 

The home's interior offers just as much Mediterranean charm as original features, and traditional Andalusian styles inject character into the otherwise minimal modern designs. While we think hanging out, sunbathing and making a splash in the pool present enough to keep you feeling refreshed and revitalised, you'll also be located just 3 kilometres away from the nearest beach and within easy reach of the local town of Torrox. 


Easy Peasy, Lemon Squeezy 

Set within stunning Southern Spanish countryside, this charming home offers so much more than mesmerising mountain views. A modern interior characterised by traditional touches makes for a comfortable living cum dining area complete with terracotta tiled floors, and a large fireside sofa, while the fully equipped kitchen allows for the preparation of tapas at any time. A glass enclosed lounge area allows you to soak up that Andalusian aura even on cooler days, but it is this home’s show stopping outdoor spaces that really seal the deal.  

Laze on sun loungers on the lawn or seek the shade of the palms and pines before cooling off with a dip in your private pool. Spend the afternoon grilling on the barbecue in the outdoor kitchen or trying your hand at making homemade pizzas in the outdoor oven before dining alfresco at the large dining table on the covered terrace.  As day turns to night take your drinks and gather on the curved white seating area to watch the sunset behind the awesome Almijara.

If you fancy venturing a little further afield, why not visit the Frigiliana, consistently voted one of the most beautiful villages in Spain. Distinctively Moorish in appearance, Frigiliana is home to a 17th century Archaeological Museum, the Santa Fiora botanical gardens and as well as narrow, winding, cobblestone streets full of small shops, tapas bars and restaurants. Why not sample some local seafood –Pescaito frito and molletes or pick up some supplies for a family picnic post wild swim in the Higueron river.   


Tranquility Itself

Treat your guests to a magical getaway in the stunning countryside of Andalusia. With plenty of space both inside and out, this marvellous home invites you to kick back and relax in style. 

The villa takes inspiration from classic hunting lodges and Spanish fincas – think terracotta tiles and armchairs upholstered with cowhide. You'll love admiring the impressive art collection, combining modern works with hand-crafted pieces. And, the outside space is just as fabulous, with epic views across the rugged landscapes. Make a splash in the glittering swimming pool, then dry off on the day bed with your holiday read. Then, come evening, fire up the outdoor oven and prepare a delicious alfresco feast to share with your guests – don't forget a bottle of Rioja.

From here you can lace up your hiking boots or hop on your bike to explore the Sierra de Tejeda, the nearby mountain range. There are several rural villages to discover too – pretty Canillas de Aceituno is roughly fifteen minutes away by car. And, if you fancy a day by the beach, you can drive down to the sandy shorelines of the Costa Del Sol in around forty minutes. 

Big Game

Tucked into the hillside, gazing lovingly out over Frigiliana, this charming villa is a welcoming, classical Spanish retreat. Inside, the home is bathed in natural light courtesy of the generous arched windows – which we love, by the way, with the shape and floral decoration adding so much character to the living area. White walls, dark wooden beams and mosaic tiles, so befitting of the local area, run through the remainder of the inside space, giving the home a personality of its own. Picture cosy evenings spent here, the fire crackling and casting an amber glow around the room as you get stuck into a good book, tucked up on the comfortable leather sofa. 

Outdoors, this home really sparks into life. The split-level terraces mean you have a selection of places to take in the beautiful view across Frigiliana as far as the beaches of Nerja. Lazy days relaxing on a lounger with the sun’s rays warming your skin as you soak up those vistas will never get old. If the heat becomes a little stifling, cool off in your private pool before lighting the barbecue and settling down to an alfresco meal with loved ones. With an abundance of flowers peppered around the terraces leaving their delicate floral scent hanging in the breeze and the company of those dearest to you, you’ll feel so completely at home, you may never want to leave. 


As Free as a Bird

If you're seeking a rural getaway to southern Spain then you can't go wrong with this traditional finca, surrounded by the Sierras de Almijara and Tejeda Mountains. And the sands of Playa del Torrox within driving distance, there’s everything you could need for a spectacular reset. 

You'll be transported in time here – this bucolic home has a host of original features, including rustic furnishings and objects, traditional round windows with a statement wheel window, as well as grand, high ceilings complete with wooden beams – it’s truly enchanting. You’re gifted with the Costa del Sol weather here however, if the weather happens to take a turn, you can cosy up in the living room by the crackling fire with a glass of Rioja. On sunny days, you'll want to make use of the outside space, which boasts impressive views of the herbaceous hills and the Mediterranean Sea. Plunge into the sparkling pool, then dry off on a lounger as you soak up the rays. When the golden hour strikes, you can enjoy a grilled Andalusian feast alfresco with a cold glass of sangria in hand. 

There are plenty of charming villages to visit, including Frigiliana, with its mosaiced streets and 16th-century buildings. Adventurous types can hit the hiking trails to explore the magnificent scenery – the nearby Alhama Natural Park is breathtaking. And, if you fancy a day trip, you can drive to the bustling coastal city of Malaga in roughly an hour for a day at the beach.

Hillside Finca

You’re practically at cloud height, up at this glorious hilltop location. The Andalucian hills unfurl before you like a map, and each element of this home has been designed to make the most of that stunning panorama. The rustic stone patio is crowned with a deep blue swimming pool, gazing out over the mountains speckled with sugarcube towns. Fire up the Green Egg barbecue for an alfresco feast in the fresh mountain air, or head inside to the dining room with its picture-frame window looking out over the view.

The kitchen has a charming farmhouse feel to wooden cabinets and terracotta floors, and your host can arrange a private chef as an extra if you want to take it easy. Get a fire crackling in the double-sided fireplace to keep the living room toasty warm. When it comes to hitting the hay, bedrooms are pristine white with natural wood accents for a blissful sleep.

In terms of location, you’re a short drive from the white-wash village of Canillas de Aceituno where flower-dappled squares house family-run restaurants. For a day at the beach, it’s just a half-hour drive to Torre del Mar.

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