The Dragonfly Retreat
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9.1Outstanding
(114 Ratings)
"We loved the hospitality, the villa, the location; it was truly a wonderful experience! The host was very kind, helpful, and responsive. The rooms and the pool were very clean. We loved our time at th..."
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2 guests · 3 bedrooms · 1 bath
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The Dragonfly Retreat offers beauty services and a fitness room, as well as air-conditioned accommodations in Málaga, 20 miles from Plaza de España. This property offers a pool with a view and free private parking.
Free WiFi/internet
Free Parking
Air conditioning
Pool
Non-smoking
Gym
Heating
Bar
Spa
Kitchen
Balcony/Terrace
WiFi/Internet
Hot tub/Jacuzzi
Garden
Fireplace
Outdoor Cooking
Family friendly
Smoking allowed
Fire extinguisher
Cleaning products
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Top rated by guests
9.1Outstanding
(114 Ratings)
"We loved the hospitality, the villa, the location; it was truly a wonderful experience! The host was very kind, helpful, and responsive. The rooms and the pool were very clean. We loved our time at th..."
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Ratings and reviews
10.0 / 10.0
We loved the hospitality, the villa, the location; it was truly a wonderful experience! The host was very kind, helpful, and responsive. The rooms and the pool were very clean. We loved our time at the retreat and highly recommend a visit!
The accessibility of the retreat is affected by the poor quality of the road. But it should not be a problem if you have a capable car.
10.0 / 10.0
Everything! The setting was peaceful and perfect for relaxing by the pool. Mark, the owner, was incredibly friendly and welcoming—he made us feel right at home. The accommodation was clean, comfortable, and surrounded by beautiful nature. We also loved the nearby hikes and the local food in Coín—especially the paella at Bar Restaurante Sabor Andaluz!
Nothing at all—it was perfect!
10.0 / 10.0
A beautiful location where you can really relax and let your cares drop away. Near to Coin for shops and restaurants and great sites to see in the surrounding area. The hosts were brilliant and made us feel.so welcome and almost like part of the family (we even got a song or two on our last night from Lorraine). Quite simply a great stay which fulfilled everything we could have hoped for and more. I would recommend to anyone in the area.
Nothing
10.0 / 10.0
The location is beautiful and just a short drive to local restaurants. Mark and Loraine are increíble hosts and made us feel so welcome. The property has such a friendly vibe and we felt like family rather than guests.
We also had the pleasure of a live jazz performance from Loraine which was a wonderful experience.
The pool area is gorgeous and with a bar on site. Breakfast was included and was lovely.
I would highly recommend this property for a relaxing stay. We will definitely return.
Nothing could have been better.
10.0 / 10.0
It was amazing, the hosts made us feel like at home, even came to meet us outside in the middle of the night once we arrived. It’s trully one of the best places to come if you want to get away from the city and just relax in peace, I couldn’t recommend it enough!
10.0 / 10.0
This lovely property was a little slice of heaven, beautiful room, lovely pool and jacuzzi, incredible views and Lorraine and Mark the owners really went out of their way to make me feel completely welcome and at home. As a solo traveller it can sometimes be a bit lonely, but they checked in with me and even drove me into the little town when I needed it, as I don't drive. It was a super place to wind down and literally smell the 🌹🌹..
Nothing.
4.0 / 10.0
The retreat was not crowded, the countryside setting was calm and peaceful, and the pool was refreshing. The place itself is cute, and the host was helpful.
On the last day, we were told that any photos or videos we wanted to post online needed to be sent to the hostess for approval first. This wasn’t mentioned at any point before and led to an uncomfortable conversation. We also felt constant pressure to join group activities like dinners, karaoke and spontaneous water aerobics. Saying no wasn’t really accepted, which made it hard to relax.
The location is also difficult to reach without a car—Google Maps doesn’t show the right route, and local taxis couldn’t find it. We had to rely on transport arranged by the hosts.
Might suit guests who want a very social, hosted experience—but not ideal if you're looking for peace and independence.
10.0 / 10.0
Idyllic location with beautifully fitted and decorated accommodation. Everything you needed for a relaxing break was in the accomodation and the owners couldn’t have been more helpful and friendly. Lovely people and couldn’t do enough to make sure we were comfortable and happy.
There is a great pool area with sun loungers for relaxation in the calm quiet environment and a bar area where breakfast is also served. The breakfast was ideal and it was great to be able to sit and eat in the sun.
The owners regularly provide entertainment and although it wasn’t open when we were there, they even have an indoor jazz club and music venue. It’s such a nice place.
Coin, the local town, is not far away and has everything you need there. There are plenty of bars, restaurants, and shops there and it looked like quite a cute town.
All in all this place is amazing and I just can’t wait to go back.
Being out in the country there are some flies and mosquitos so if you’re sensitive to mozzies it might be a good idea to bring some repellant. That’s no fault of the accommodation, it is something that happens in much of Spain and cannot be helped.
9.0 / 10.0
This was a little gem tucked away high up in the Andulucian hills. It was a spacious apartment overlooking a gorgeous swimming pool which we made good use of!
Lane for about 3 miles up to the apartment from Coin very narrow and full of pot holes - didn't bother us too much for 2 nights though.
10.0 / 10.0
Well, everything, really. Hosts, Lorraine and Mark are just spectacular people! Paradise on earth, built by them.
Hmmmm. There are anything to dislike.
10.0 / 10.0
What an amazing place this turned out to be. We were looking for something slightly different to a 'normal' break , situated in the Spanish countryside , it's a very peaceful place , where you can just relax and enjoy the weather , the pool and anything you want to do. Mark and Lorraine, lovely people who look after you all the time you are there. Nothing was too much trouble. If you want to get away from it all, and relax, definitely recommend . Accommodation was lovely, clean and comfortable . Would recommend hiring a car .
Nothing not to like .
10.0 / 10.0
It was a really nice and calm place where u can be your self and relax it is not my last time visiting these place ❤️
10.0 / 10.0
My hosts Lorraine and Mark could not have been sweeter or more accommodating. The surroundings are charming, quaint, unique. Everything is top notch clean. The best chilled vacation I've ever had, will be back. Thank you guys so much for my "cerebral recuperation "😆 Look forward to seeing you again!
Janice🥰🥰🥰
P.s. Thank you for making my birthay so special and memorable!🥳
10.0 / 10.0
It was verry nice to met you guys! Everything was good also the karaoke 😂
See you maybe next year☺️
10.0 / 10.0
We recently spent an unforgettable family vacation at Dragonfly Retreat in Coin-Málaga. Right from the start, Mark and Lorraine's warm welcome set the tone for an exceptional stay. The accommodation, spacious, impeccably clean, and thoughtfully appointed, immediately provided a sense of comfort. The kids were thrilled with the pool, which added a daily dose of fun.
The tranquil setting of the place allowed us to immerse ourselves in the beauty of the surrounding nature, with stunning views of the mountains on the horizon. Dragonfly Retreat's ideal location gave us the flexibility to enjoy both the urban delights of Malaga and Marbella, as well as coastal wonders, including long days at the beach. A special excursion to Granada enriched our adventure.
Mark and Lorraine proved to be exceptional hosts, available and caring, enthusiastically sharing their local knowledge for authentic experiences. In summary, Dragonfly Retreat exceeded all our expectations, and we're sure that for our future getaways in Andalusia, it will be our home base. We're grateful to them for creating such a special place for priceless memories.
10.0 / 10.0
The whole stay was perfect from start to finish, such a relaxing place to be and the owners Mark & Lorraine were very welcoming
10.0 / 10.0
I can only say its a hidden pearl in the Ocean of hotels and resorts. Its quiet, clean and charming and the Owners Marc and Loreen are the "cream on top". Attentive and lovely Hosts. For us it was like home. Everything we needed was there. Thanks you both for a relaxing and interesting time.
Cant complain about anything.
8.0 / 10.0
The pool with the island!! The very friendly host and his wife and the music at the poolbar were a very pleasant surprise.
The road to the retreat was not that good (a real adventure) and the airconditioning was not compatible with the room it fitted in (small.. and by 42 degrees airconditioning in the bedrooms would have been nice).
9.0 / 10.0
Chilled, great hosts, great location
Nothing of any consequence...
10.0 / 10.0
Marc & Loreen are very nice and attentive hosts. I felt very comfortable in this oasis of relaxation and will certainly like to come again. The Dragonfly is a very personal location build and created with a lot of passion.
nothing to complain
8.0 / 10.0
Spacious accommodation..
Quiet picturesque location away from the hustle and bustle of Malaga..
Large swimming pool..
9.0 / 10.0
Dragonfly is a quiet and nice place not far from the city of Coín - about 10 minutes by car. In Coín you can find various restaurants and cafes, very pleasant.
The swimming pool with the bar and colourful bougainvilleas in Dragonfly is fantastic, it makes you think that you actually are in Bahamas. The hosts - Mark with his wife - are very nice, friendly and helpful people. They even offered us to join their BBQ. Overall we had a very pleasant stay and did thoroughly enjoy it.
The bedroom was rather basic and so was the craftsmanship of the renovation. However you can feel that it was done with a lot of affection and works well.
10.0 / 10.0
The host was very helpful, thanks again for helping us with the car!
10.0 / 10.0
these people are the most kind people i have ever met. such great hosts and kind people. Fun to have a chat with and the appartment was just perfect! a large living and kitchen space, big compfy beds and clean bathrooms. we have nothing but great things to say about our stay, if u like a relaxed time with amazing hosts this is the place to be! we will for sure bz comming back!
it was just PERFECT!
10.0 / 10.0
We loved it. Very friendly hosts
A very warm welcome
And a beautiful, fantastic place. Great swimmingpool. A little paradise.
9.0 / 10.0
Excelente lugar para descansar y disfrutar. El paisaje es maravilloso. El lugar es muy cómodo y amplio. Con música ambiente agradable. La pareja de anfitriones son super atentos y agradables.
Para llegar hay que seguir las indicaciones que si bien están claras conviene hacerlo en el dia. Es alejado de lugar de compras.
10.0 / 10.0
De gastvrijheid
10.0 / 10.0
De locatie,de rust, het uitzicht,de natuur en de gastvrijheid!!
Alleen misschien, het laatste stukje weg om er te geraken, off road.
10.0 / 10.0
De gastheer en gastvrouw waren heel vriendelijk. Wij voelden ons gelijk thuis.
10.0 / 10.0
Hemos estado realmente bien allí. La casa estaba muy limpia y Mark fue un anfitrión muy amable y dispuesto a que estuviésemos como en casa. El desayuno estuvo muy rico y tuvieron la cortesía de cambiarme el desayuno inglés por unas tostadas.
No me gustó que pedimos una habitación con bañera hidromasaje y era una bañera grande pero normal. Y el camino para llegar fue un poco complicado con el coche. Pero hemos estado tan bien que queremos volver
10.0 / 10.0
La atención de Mark fue excelente, es un lugar muy bonito para desconectar de la ciudad. Todo organizado, limpio, una buena experiencia.
El colchón era muy delgado, al ser dos bases pegadas, el colchón tan delgado no te permite que el descanso sea realmente placentero.
10.0 / 10.0
Alles hat uns super gefallen- wenn wir könnten würden wir auch 12 Sterne geben ! toller, ruhiger Ort mit viel Liebe zum Detail in Eigenarbeit von den Inhabern hergerichtet! Richtig spektakulärer, tiefer Pool mit separatem Jacuzzi!!
Ist etwas abgelegen aber mit ganz besonderen Charme! Die beiden Gastgeber Lorraine & Mark sind sehr freundliche und emphatische Menschen mit denen wir tolle Stunden verbringen durften. Tolles, reichhaltiges Frühstück. Möglichkeit zum grillen und zum Wäsche waschen- wir werden auf jedenfall noch einmal wiederkommen sobald wir in dieser Region sind !
9.0 / 10.0
De ligging van de accommodatie is prachtig! Op het platteland; wat een mooie omgeving! De stilte ‘‘s avonds was bijzonder om te ervaren!
9.0 / 10.0
Sehr schöne Lage, äußerst netter und hilfsbereiter Gastgeber
FAQs
Does this property follow enhanced cleaning procedures?
Yes, this apartment has implemented enhanced cleaning procedures and processes to keep you healthy and safe.
Is parking included with this apartment?
Parking is not specified as an available amenity at The Dragonfly Retreat. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this apartment?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at The Dragonfly Retreat. Enjoy the water!
Is The Dragonfly Retreat pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this apartment is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at The Dragonfly Retreat?
We found 20 amenities for this rental. This includes free wifi/internet, free parking, air conditioning, pool, and non-smoking.
