Villa with Private Pool Secluded in 23 Acres - idyllic tranquility

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The Pool is 11m x 7m freeform with roman steps

There are fantastic views surrounding the pool

There are different views all around the villa.

9.5Outstanding

(50 Ratings)

Guests had a wonderful time at the beautiful house with amazing pool and excellent service. The villa is well-equipped, spacious, and in a secluded location, perfect for a relaxing family vacation. Communication with the owner and pool maintenance we...

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9.5 / 10.0

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Villa in Valle del Guadalhorce

8 guests · 4 bedrooms · 3 baths

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About this villa rental

Cortijo Contrares is a converted farmhouse set on top of a ridge between Alora (15 mins) and Pizarra (15 mins). It sits within its own 23 acre olive grove of more than 1600 olive and fruit trees. There are spectacular views across the hills and down towards the coast. If you are looking for a private and tranquil experience then Cortijo Contrares is perfect for you. The property is entered through a large manicured courtyard. The swimming pool (11x7m) has been designed to an exceptional standard and is approached from the villa via a series of terraces. Cortijo Contrares is a perfect holiday location for a family or group of friends and is ideally suited for exploring Andalucia. Seville and Granada are within easy reach as is the coast at Marbella. The villa is equipped, throughout, to a very high standard and included is unlimited internet access via wifi. We have recently installed AC in all of the bedrooms and living areas and updated previous AC units to modern standards. A car is needed for this property due to its remote location.

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Amenities at Villa with Private Pool Secluded in 23 Acres - idyllic tranquility

Non-smoking

No pets allowed

Family friendly

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9.5Outstanding

(50 Ratings)

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9.5 / 10.0

Outstanding(50 Ratings)

Villa in Valle del Guadalhorce

8 guests · 4 bedrooms · 3 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

High-end valueWell priced for this area

Book with confidenceWe partner with the top travel sites so you know you're getting a great deal on the perfect rental

Map of Valle del Guadalhorce

Nearby attractions

About this villa rental

Amenities

Non-smoking

No pets allowed

Family friendly

Ratings and reviews

9.5 / 10.0

Outstanding(50 Ratings)

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10.0 / 10.0

Great property. Large enough to find own space- lots of room for 5 adults. Super pool- the house is well maintained throughout. Friendly help from the caretaker who came every couple of days to clean the pool and check that all was well with us and the house. Great terrace area for meals with family or just chilling with a coffee or beer. Very good communication with the owner who gave good advice and was very helpful. The whole experience was straightforward and stress free.

10.0 / 10.0

We had a fantastic week at the property and couldn’t have asked for anything more. It was also a great place for oil painting! Very well managed by the owner and Doug. Thanks very much Paul.

10.0 / 10.0

The house and the pool are awesome, and the surroundings are very beautiful. We had very good vacations.

10.0 / 10.0

A lovely villa with lots of space set in a beautiful location. Peaceful and secluded, with an amazing pool. The kitchen is well equipped but there are plenty of good restaurants in the nearby towns. A good car is essential, and Ronda is only an hours drive and well worth a day trip. The villa manager, Doug, is a font of knowledge and is very helpful. We had an amazing stay and would love to return.

10.0 / 10.0

This is a gorgeous property, totally set up for a group to enjoy the stunning scenery and to completely relax and enjoy being together. We loved all the different viewpoints and the pool is a great size for swimming. The house was very comfortable and as we are a group who enjoy cooking, we were impressed with the kitchen equipment on offer. We loved the clanging bells of the passing goats, the braying of nearby donkeys and the bird watching opportunities. Everything about our stay here was pure relaxation and although we did venture out, we most enjoyed the relaxation that comes from being away from busy places. Thanks also to Doug- we never needed to call on him but he made sure that we knew we could.

10.0 / 10.0

From the initial query about booking to handing the keys back, everything was brilliant. Before and throughout the stay, communication with Paul was great and with his responses fast and detailed. Directions to the villa and instructions on arrival were clear and easy to understand. Once at the villa the first thing you notice are the views of the mountains, these were absolutely stunning. The villa itself is well furnished with everything you need and I don’t think the photos do it justice. It has a great layout and was very clean throughout. The WIFI was more than capable of dealing with three teenagers online on all their devices, so can’t be faulted. The pool was lovely and more than large enough for the whole family (5) to float around on their floats. This was cleaned every other day during our stay by Doug who was polite and very knowledgeable about the whole area. He left his number and I have no doubt would have been at hand had we needed him for anything. The locations was superb, nice and private and only a short drive (10mins) to the nearest shops and only an hour or so to other places of interest ie Ronda, Marbella. Thanks to Paul and to Doug for your assistance and advice. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and have already recommended it to our family and friends.

10.0 / 10.0

The villa is located in a beautiful surroundings offering peace, tranquility and fantastic views in all directions. Both the villa and its outdoor space were very comfortable and equipped with everything we needed. The pool is very large and provided welcome relief from the heat of the day! The location of the villa allowed us to take day trips to Granada, Seville, Ronda and Gibraltar. Communication with the property owner was excellent and Doug was on hand locally to helpfully assist with anything we needed. Many thanks for a great stay.

10.0 / 10.0

The villa was in the perfect location for us, far enough away from the crowds! Excellent directions and entry instructions made it easy to find and gain access. A sturdy vehicle is required as the track is a little rough in places. The villa is very well laid out very spacious and immaculately clean. The air con worked a treat though for sleeping having fly screens at the windows was much better. The villa is very well equipped with all that you might need for your stay. Including good sturdy sunbeds. The pool is excellent for cooling off and having a good swim. We lived off of the BBQ for the whole two weeks which was great. Both the owner, Doug and Brian were very helpful during our stay. We would certainly recommend having a holiday in such tranquil surroundings.

10.0 / 10.0

We had a wonderful summer holiday at a really beautiful house in a wonderful landscape. The pool and the house were amazing - everything at its place and with an excellent service! We would thank again for all the service and keep this in mind for further holidays! One hint: it's recommendable to spend a bit more money for rental car and to hire a SUV or comparable - but it's worth it! Regards Ulrike&Arthur Sebastian and Philipp

10.0 / 10.0

Wonderful home. We missed nothing. Beautiful place. Even better than on the pictures. Everything worked, very good airco’s. Gorgeous pool with beautiful view. Two large fridges.We could’t find anything wrong.

10.0 / 10.0

Family holiday, with 6 adults, had all that we needed. Particular note : huge areas of outside space; built in BBQ, extensive add-ons which we called on; video games that my adult kids ‘went back to their childhood’ playing, family games which gave us plenty of fun; two x fridges turned out great. Loved the remoteness and ability to get away from it all. Manager very attentive and helpful. Paul and Helen, very approachable and helped with some tips, ideas and showed genuine interest and friendliness. Fab, thanks guys.

10.0 / 10.0

We have just returned from our holiday at Cortijo Contrares. We have all thoroughly enjoyed our stay (5adults 2children aged 6 & 8). The villa is well equipped and a mix of traditional Spanish and modern convenience. It is rural and not within walking distance of anything but we found this to be a positive. It meant we could enjoy family days around the pool without any problems if the kids shrieked a bit! We took full advantage of the barbecue. The road in to the villa is a bit bumpy but we only had ordinary family cars (Kia) and as long as you drove slowly it wasn’t a problem. The views from the property are stunning and with two ‘twitchers’ In our party, the variety of birds visiting the gardens and in the skies above, was a welcome addition. We visited Pizarra, and the lakes at El Chorro, and Alora which is beautiful with a village feel. There are plenty of places to eat but we particularly enjoyed Maria’s Place where we enjoyed some stunning tapas dishes. We had regular messages from Paul the owner both before and during our stay, and Doug was on hand to keep the pool looking good, and answer any questions we had about the villa and the surrounding area. One of the best holidays ever.

10.0 / 10.0

The villa is perfect, very comfortable and extremely well equipped. The indoor and outdoor spaces were fantastic. The pool was an absolute delight and a godsend in the high August temperatures. Communications with Paul from beginning to end were brilliant. Doug was there extremely quickly to help with the odd small issue and also on hand to give local hints and tips. The road leading to the villa is not a problem at all, just requires careful driving. The car rental suggested by Paul was perfect. We would highly recommend this space for anyone who enjoys peace, time to be with your family undisturbed and who want to enjoy exploring both local and more tourist driven attractions.

10.0 / 10.0

We’ve stayed in a lot of properties in Spain and Italy over the year as we favour this type of holiday. It’s situated in country side and not much more than a 10 minute drive to Alora or Pizarra. There’s loads of space with 4 bedrooms ( 2 en-suites), large kitchen, large dining/lounge area. Front, rear terrace, large balcony. The pool was the main attraction for my family - we spent many an afternoon there and sampled lots of restaurants in Alora, which is a very nice place with local charm. It has a nice family feel to it in the evenings. Pizarra looks nice too but mainly used the supermarkets here. There’s lots of useful information in the guestbook for activities and Paul was very helpful throughout my stay. As too was Doug who occasionally visits to service the pool area. There was also a good selection of toys and consoles for children. I wouldn’t hesitate to return here and hope to next year.

10.0 / 10.0

Very smooth process from start to finish. Good communication with the owner, detailed and accurate directions to the house. Overall a very good house, comfortable and spacious. Rooms are large and cool in the summer heat. The pool area in particular was great, a large and well maintained pool. Lovely views from the pool area and the terrace. A real delight.

10.0 / 10.0

We have just returned form an amazing stay here and are already wondering when we can next go back! The property, nestled up in the hills is completely secluded and private, perfect for those wanting to get away from it all. The pool is incredible and plenty large enough for a proper swim. Loads to see and do nearby and plenty of great restaurants, although we ate in using the BBQ lots of times. Paul was super-responsive to messages and queries and Doug who looks after the pool and general maintenance is very friendly, helpful and knowledgeable. Wouldn't hesitate to recommend this villa, I can't think of anything we'd change about it. Thank you Paul.

10.0 / 10.0

Thanks Paul for a great vacation. The house is spectacular. It has absolutely everything you need to have a pleasant stay. At night it cools and you can admire the stars. The pool is the closest thing to paradise. And thanks to Doug, the person who takes care of the pool and is there whenever it is needed. A highly recommended site!

10.0 / 10.0

Close to nice villages Pizarra and Alora. 30 minutes drive to Malaga and the fine beaches of Torremolinos and Fuengirola. Great location when you like a quiet area.

5.0 / 10.0

Stayed at the villa in early September and had an amazing time. The communication with the owner beforehand was polite, friendly and made us all look forward to the stay. The house has been very clean upon our arrival, the pool area got cleaned 3 times a week and we had a guy to call if any problems should ever arise (they did not). Kitchenspace was nice and tidy, the outside area made for wonderful breakfast with a fantastic view. The only downside to the house is the road leading there, but that is only the last ~1000m and if you are prepared and rented a little bigger rental car, there is no trouble with that (we had a nissan qashqai) pizzara holds all kinds of supermarkets for everyday needs. Alhora even has one open on sunday. The drive to and from Malaga is easy and we even drove the 2 hours to sevilla and didnt have trouble on the road at all. The Caminito del Ray is about 40 min away and if you stay here you should definitely get ticktes. To sum things up, we had a great time and would definitely do it again. Thanks to Paul & Doug :)

5.0 / 10.0

We had such a lovely two weeks at Cortijo Contrares which was very well equipped and very clean. We spent most of our time lounging by the lovely, large pool and relaxing on the terrace or one of the many other seating areas enjoying the views. Doug was delightful and was amazingly helpful with everything we needed. Would advise renting a car that can manage a bumpy track as it’s a 10 minute careful journey from the villa to the main road. Overall we had a truly relaxing and enjoyable holiday.

5.0 / 10.0

Just returned from our second visit to this stunning property and I can't wait to book our next trip. The location is breath taking, the villa is incredibly spacious, the peace and quiet is just what the doctor ordered and Doug was as wonderful as ever! If you want to escape to a little piece of heaven I would highly recommend this property !

5.0 / 10.0

We've stayed here before. We had a wonderful time again. The villa is beautiful and immaculate. Doug was so helpful and kept the gardens looking beautiful and the pool was amazing. We will be back.

2.0 / 10.0

1. The road to the villa is a problem and spoils journeys to and from the villa. This needs to be explained so that people book the right vehicle. 2. On arrival had to plunge the laundry and kitchen sink as they were blocked. Kitchen oven need a good clean.3. Manager and cleaners did not announce his arrival when coming into the property. Could lead to embarrassing situation. A bell and intercom at the car port entrance is needed. However the manager was very pleasant and helpful.4. No safe to lock away valuables.5. A light and a handrail on the steps to the pool would provide extra safety especially for older people.

5.0 / 10.0

If you want to get away from it all then this house is perfect. Located just outside Álora, which is a very nice village, this house will certainly give you rest and peace. I strongly recommend it. Communication with Paul and his local helper Doug is very easy going and quick. We really enjoyed our week here!

FAQs

Is parking included with this villa?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Villa with Private Pool Secluded in 23 Acres - idyllic tranquility. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this villa?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this villa. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Villa with Private Pool Secluded in 23 Acres - idyllic tranquility pet friendly?

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What amenities are available at Villa with Private Pool Secluded in 23 Acres - idyllic tranquility?

We found 3 amenities for this rental. This includes non-smoking, no pets allowed, and family friendly.

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Villa with Private Pool Secluded in 23 Acres - idyllic tranquility

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