Ruralidays Reviews

Beautiful holiday home in a fantastic location. The access road is a bit tricky, but manageable for experienced drivers. The grounds are lovely and very well maintained. The kitchenware and towels could use replacing. The owner is very friendly and helpful. Communication is only possible in Spanish. During our stay, the gas boiler for hot water broke down. Miguel arranged for a temporary solution and oversaw the repair, which was completed two days later. The house is definitely recommended in the summer. In March, the nights were quite cool, so the pool could only be used partially, and the house was difficult to heat with the existing heating system. However, the views were so beautiful that it was worth it despite everything.

A fantastic place to stay; we loved it. Francisco provided us with fresh tomatoes, oranges, and avocados. The accommodation has everything you need. The views are breathtaking. The road to the accommodation is a bit rough, typical of the region, but easily manageable in a regular car.

Once again we found ourselves in Sunny Alhaurin. Sadly I wasn’t at all well on this trip but the kindness and care and support from our wonderful host family made it all the more bearable. They went as always above and beyond and made sure we had everything we needed to get us through. Looking forward to another visit in June fingers crossed in good health this time to truly enjoy this fabulous finca and all it has to offer

Excellent value for money

Very nice and helpful landlord! Quiet location for excursions! Would gladly stay again!

We had a very pleasant stay. The house is beautiful, well located, and exactly as described, which explains the many positive reviews. A few minor points could be improved for optimal comfort, especially in colder weather. It was quite cold during our stay (which is normal in the mountains, between 5 degrees Celsius in the morning and 12 degrees Celsius in the afternoon), and the heating, which was not on upon arrival, proved somewhat inadequate for a large, poorly insulated house; some windows no longer close properly. (There are three extra heaters.) The fireplace, an old insert, does work, but could be improved as smoke comes out of the fire. The owner was kind enough to bring us some firewood to start with, even though it was wet, because they had not estimated the temperature and knew that it would be 12 or 13 degrees Celsius inside the house upon arrival. We were then easily able to buy more firewood in the village. Another downside is that the neighbors' dogs can bark all night long. Furthermore, we were able to explore the surrounding area easily and visited Córdoba, Granada, Málaga, El Torcal, and Ronda. Finally, communication was difficult due to the language barrier, but this did not prevent us from enjoying our stay. We did not have the host's contact details, meaning we could not reach him despite our requests to Ruralidays. In short, a pleasant experience in beautiful surroundings, but keep in mind that it can be difficult in cool or humid weather.

We had a very pleasant stay at this holiday home in Malaga. The property was clean, comfortable, and well maintained. We especially enjoyed the peaceful surroundings and the outdoor space, which made our stay very enjoyable. Overall, it was a great place to unwind and we would happily recommend it to other travellers.

We have been spending our winters in the area of Neja, Frigiliana, and Torrox for twelve years, in various fincas, and have now finally found our absolute favorite. We will stay here if we may.

We had a fantastic stay! The accommodation was amazing. I can highly recommend it and would love to come back.

This was the second time we stayed at this house, and we highly recommend it.

Very quiet surroundings, the house is comfortable and fully equipped. The contact person for the house was polite and very friendly. Highly recommended, we will certainly keep it in mind for future trips.

A spectacular place to relax and be with your pet. It has plenty of land and nearby places of interest for walks. The house is very well equipped and the owner is lovely. We will definitely return.

This accommodation is fantastic, because everything is perfect. Clean, spacious, and in a top location! Lovely beds; in short, just book. We will be back!

I cycled on the grounds here. All the access roads are very steep and almost impassable for cycling, so keep that in mind. The house is very beautiful and clean, with a stunning view.

A beautiful holiday home with a fantastic outdoor space that offers lovely spots at any time of day and in any weather. The pool and basketball hoop are great. The interior is also very inviting, and the kitchen is fully equipped. So even if you don't feel like barbecuing, you can prepare other delicious meals there. Francisco was always easy to reach and did everything he could to ensure everything was to our complete satisfaction. If you are sensitive to noise, it is definitely recommended to bring noise-cancelling headphones due to air traffic. They helped me relax enormously, despite the noise.

Beautiful accommodation. Well-equipped accommodation. Quiet surroundings. Beautiful view. Friendly host. You will have some lovely days here. Take note that the road to the house is steep, narrow and with quite a few holes in the road. You can some times meet other cars or trucks on the small road. But you get used to it, it's not unusual for the area if you want to live away from the busy tourist areas.

Highly recommended, excellent facilities, very clean, lovely hosts! Perfect for families.

The tranquility and the view, but the interior is also beautiful.

The journey is an adventure, as the road is only partially paved. Nevertheless, it is passable. The view and the location of the house are fantastic. The sun shone from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Travel dates: March 10–24, 2026.

Excellent. Service, friendliness, professionalism. Everything you need for a stay with family or friends in a rural setting.

We've stayed in many rural houses, and this is undoubtedly one of the best. Every corner shows the love and care that went into preparing it. The surroundings, nestled in nature, and the tranquility are simply incredible. The house is beautiful, meticulously maintained, and full of little details that make it special. The cleanliness is impeccable, and everything has a soft, pleasant aroma that makes you feel comfortable from the moment you arrive. But what truly makes it unique is the hospitality of Pilar and Riccardo, the hosts. They are attentive, kind, helpful, and very welcoming, always making sure everything is perfect. A 5-star rating doesn't do it justice. We don't just recommend it… we'll definitely be back!

We really had a fantastic stay at a great location. The house was fully equipped and has a truly breathtaking view. Highly recommended!

The house truly offers everything you need – perfectly equipped, lovingly maintained, and immediately welcoming. The expansive grounds are an absolute eye-catcher: countless sunny and shady spots, some sheltered from the wind, others with a pleasant breeze. Ideal for relaxing and enjoying the peace and quiet. The pool looked fantastic, although unfortunately we couldn't use it due to the still somewhat chilly temperatures. Definitely next time! Mario and Eva are wonderful hosts – warm, attentive, and always willing to help. We would love to come back – highly recommended!

In perfect order. Very neat. Ideal for dogs. Fully fenced.

House located in the Axarquía region with spectacular views. Clean and well-maintained, very well-equipped, nothing was missing, or at least, we didn't miss anything. Large barbecue area (2 barbecues). The friendliness and helpfulness of the owner made our weekend unforgettable. We will definitely come back.

The owners, Paco and Toñi, were incredibly hospitable. The house is perfectly situated, about 5 minutes from the village. It is wonderfully quiet there. We wanted to take a walk that Toñi had recommended, but because it was raining, we stayed inside and enjoyed the fireplace. A weekend was not enough; next time we will stay a whole week.

The finca is located just outside Frigiliana, about a 20-minute walk away. In return, you get peace and quiet, a magnificent sea view, and sunshine all day long. We found the accommodation even better than in the photos!

Wonderful location, stunning views and close to Ronda. Helpful and super friendly owners

Lovely and clean house with a beautiful view. Ideal for peace seekers. Reasonably centrally located (about 1 hour / 1:30 hours by car) for cities like Malaga-Ronda and Cordoba, and close to El Torcal. Helpful and very friendly hostess, her husband, and daughter. We were unlucky with the weather at the beginning (low temperature), which made the cottage a bit colder, but with the help of an extra heater, it was fine.

Thank you very much for your hospitality. The house was beautiful and the location excellent.

A spectacular setting and house, we will definitely be back.

Very close to Malaga, with good access and a peaceful setting. The house clearly shows signs of having been lived in and lovingly cared for. It has a lovely rustic decor; it's not your typical tourist house or something overly artificial. It has practically everything you could need, including air conditioning units in the living room and bedrooms. The kitchen is fully equipped, there's a dishwasher, plenty of beds, good heating, a very pleasant living room, and a spacious and beautiful outdoor area (with artificial grass). Diego is also very friendly, attentive to detail, and a wonderful host. We were very comfortable and would definitely recommend it. 5 stars!

A magical setting, a house cared for down to the smallest detail, and absolute relaxation.

We had a wonderful stay at this house. It truly offers an authentic countryside experience, and everything was spotless. We can only imagine how perfect it would be during the summer season. The hosts were incredibly kind and attentive, always quick to respond and help with anything we needed. We’ve shared a few minor suggestions regarding the off-season, but overall, we are very happy with our choice. Thank you for a lovely stay!

We spent four weeks at Sergio and his family's house, from mid-February to mid-March. It is a lovely house in a nice location. Not too high in the hills, not too far from the coast. The house has everything for a comfortable stay, as if it were your own home rather than a holiday rental. Basic kitchen items such as oil, vinegar, sugar, salt, and spices are also readily available. The house has good heating facilities in the form of both air conditioning (in both the living area and the bedroom) and a large pellet stove. This pellet stove is not mentioned in the house description, nor are there any photos on the website, but it is relevant to know. We used the pellet stove in the evenings and it was very cozy (bags of pellets are available for purchase at the Eroski hypermarket in Torre del Mar). The house is bright, particularly because a large skylight has been installed (on the east side). Furthermore, the extra space attached to the bedroom is the house's biggest bonus. A room with floor-to-ceiling glass on two sides, with two lounge chairs (only one is shown in the photos) and a view of the sea. It is lovely to watch the sun set over Torrox Costa in the late afternoon while enjoying a glass of wine. The bed is relatively narrow but is very comfortable. Almost every day we were able to have breakfast outside on the covered terrace. At this time of year, the sun still shines through the canopy, making it pleasant very quickly (even at temperatures of 12 to 13 degrees). From the house, it is about a 5-minute drive to the main road that runs along the coast. Part of the road down is paved, but in poor condition and quite narrow on a small section, and part is unpaved, as is the case in many places in the region once you turn off the main roads. We were not bothered at all by the highway the house overlooks. Sergio took good care of us. He can be at the house within 10 minutes if necessary. Communication with him went excellently, partly in English and partly with the help of Google Translate.

A truly beautiful holiday home! Breathtaking views of Frigiliana and all the way to the sea, with several terraces. The kitchen is fully equipped for cooking independently. The best route for us was to go through Frigiliana and then reach the house from the north.

A lovely holiday home near Marbella. Nestled away in a small village about 20 km from Marbella, the cottage is very well equipped. The owner is extremely attentive to your well-being, notably by offering fruit and avocados from his own garden and by responding quickly to all your questions and/or requests. The house stays very cool on hot days and also very cool when the weather is bad. Be aware that the house is also quite dark. A car is essential to reach the property. The last 100 meters are on a dirt road.

Agree

A quiet get-together with friends at home to enjoy the animals, the barbecue, and the countryside in general.

Beautiful cottage for a maximum of two people

Great

Quiet surroundings, fully furnished. Truly authentic, which is really nice; good bed and garden furniture are fine too. It is quite a distance to the shops in Coin, though. So a car is necessary. At the roundabout exit for Guaro, you can head towards Rio Grande; it is a really beautiful route. The owner is very hospitable, gives you space, doesn't intrude, and regularly brings fresh fruit from his own garden, which was delicious by the way. We had a very good holiday; if you like peace and quiet, this is highly recommended.

We were very comfortable.

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this lovely holiday home. The house is situated in a quiet location in the Andalusian hills. It is the perfect place to relax and an excellent base for exploring the surrounding area. Everything was beautifully maintained and tastefully decorated. The owner is very friendly and attentive. We felt completely at home and would love to return.

From the house, we took very diverse day trips covering both culture and nature. Antequera, Ronda, Granada, El Torcal, El Chorro, Jardin Botanico.

Very spacious house, the patio is very large with several distinct areas. Eugenia was very friendly and made our stay as easy as possible; highly recommended, and we will definitely return if we have the chance.

We rented this house for 5 weeks in February/March and enjoyed the peace and quiet of the surroundings, the lovely house, and the beautiful terrace with a sea view. Nerja is a few minutes' drive away; there are large supermarkets and many restaurants there. We also really enjoyed the walk to Nerja along the beach. Communication with the owner went very well. We will definitely come back again!

The cottage where we stayed was truly fantastic. Lydia and José were very friendly and attentive. The cottage was extremely complete. From all the amenities on the terrace and around the pool to the very well-equipped kitchen. Absolutely everything has been thought of. Nice bathroom with a good shower, good beds, and fine furniture in the living room. There are actually no downsides to be found.

A wonderful stay at this rural accommodation and great hospitality from the owner. We will definitely be back.

A group of friends and I went and had a great time. Because of the temperature, we lit the fireplace. The house has a kitchen, dining room, and living room that's perfect for spending quality time together.

Beautiful location, difficult to reach via a narrow, bad road.

We had a fantastic stay; we wanted for nothing. The location, price, and welcome were excellent. I highly recommend it.

The villa was peaceful and quiet. Nerja and it's environment is very nice and meets our needs for our holidays.

A fantastic experience. The house is very spacious and comfortable, and if you are traveling with young children, it is also very safe because the pool is located in a separate, enclosed area and the barbecue, for example, is covered, which is a real plus in bad weather like we had. José was also very friendly. And the surroundings are beautiful! A truly ideal place to relax.

Very nice property in the middle of nature, but close to a "White Village" where you can get everything you need (supermarket, petrol station, restaurants, bars, etc.). The property is well maintained and clean with a well functioning AC which is useful in summer but works as heating in winter (when we visited). Great possibilities for hiking (next to a GR and the Camino Mozarabe de Santiago and to the Torcal Nature Reserve. The beautiful town of Antequera and the city of Malaga, as well as many beaches are easy to reach. The access to the house can be challenging as the last 2km are on a gravel road which was not well maintained due to the heavy rains in February 2026. We had a great two weeks.

As always, everything went perfectly from beginning to end 👍 We had an unforgettable stay at Villa Olivo. José is an exceptional host, always available and attentive. A huge thank you for everything!

A trip with three families, including young children and babies. The house was very well-equipped, but without Wi-Fi we couldn't connect the baby monitors. We liked the new furniture, and although it rained, the outdoor area was wonderful for families. We enjoyed the pool, sun loungers, and football pitch, but we wished we could have used them more. The landlady is exceptional—a straightforward, down-to-earth, and incredibly friendly woman.

Impeccable accommodations, with every detail taken into account. Excellent cleanliness. Spacious rooms and comfortable beds. Renovated bathrooms with everything you need. A very spacious and inviting living room/kitchen. A large and very well-maintained outdoor area with all kinds of furniture and amenities. We spent a few days there with children, and it was a great choice.

It's ideal for relaxing and enjoying the peace and quiet of the countryside, getting away from the hustle and bustle of the city. The views are beautiful. The price is very affordable.

Cortijo La Umbría is an excellent option for a weekend getaway if you're a group of families. The house has many bedrooms, all with en-suite bathrooms, and plenty of space. It's great for families with young children. The owner, Cayetano, is delightful and made our stay unforgettable.

Everything went perfectly. 👍

Very nice house with a fine terrace/pool and superb view. However, stays in winter period is a problem. The only heating in living-room was a wood stove and it was not easy to work with. We were freezing a bit on the cold days.

Everyyhing was fine. Beautiful place and ppl. Weather in february is bearable. I cant imagine what temperature is in july.

Our hosts guided us and were incredibly attentive and friendly throughout. They even gave our dog water. They are exceptionally kind; we had to extend our stay by a week, and they helped us with everything, showing genuine empathy and dedication.

We had a great time in this peaceful and well equipped house. Terraces and views lovely.

Ruralidays is an excellent option for booking rural accommodation. I'm very satisfied. They're very reliable and always willing to help.

The property is beautifully designed and very well maintained. José has landscaped the garden fantastically, and you can see how much love he puts into his property. José is polite, very helpful, and exceptionally friendly. The wood-burning stove made heating the house easy. The interior design of the house is very clever and thoughtful. The conservatory is fantastic, even in cooler and windy weather. When the sun shines, there are several sun loungers and a lovely pool to cool off in. The mountain views and the hiking opportunities are an absolute dream for nature lovers. We will definitely be back and will recommend José's property to everyone! Thank you, José, for the wonderful time!

The view was beautiful. The house was very special. Beautiful tiles. Good bathrooms.

My husband and I spent February at the villa. This was the longest break away from the UK that we had tried. The villa is very comfortable, clean and with all kitchen appliances. The patio area near the pool is modern with a nice barbecue/kitchen area. Manolo and Lola are great hosts who are very easy to contact with queries. We thoroughly recommend the villa and have already booked for next year!

Very friendly and helpful landlord

We had a wonderfull 4 weeks stay here. It is a cosy and Well maintained house. It is very clean and We appreciated the basic things in the kitchen and bathroom. The house and the lovely and quiet outdoor space is as shown on the pictures, and We enjoyed it very mutch. The house was easy to varm up during feb. We loved, that there only is a 2 km. Walk to Frigiliana and lovelig walks in the surroundings.

This house is a true gem, the kind of place you never forget. Everyone who has visited agrees that it sets the bar very high and that it will be difficult to find anything as exceptional. It's a veritable treasure trove of unforgettable memories. I would return without hesitation.

A beautiful house, equipped with everything you need. Very friendly hosts.

We spent a weekend with friends and the stay was pleasant and peaceful.

This was our second time staying at the house, and it was wonderful again. Thank you so much, Vanessa.

The house was actually located on an estate. It's a beautiful and clean property, fully equipped. A little paradise just outside Orgiva in a beautiful setting. The owner is very friendly and also tells you a bit about the sights around Orgiva.

It was a fantastic experience, a 10/10, thank you 🙂

What a wonderful place! A lovely house, tastefully and tastefully decorated, with every comfort. Enjoying the stunning view from the veranda was a delight every time.

We had a wonderful weekend as a family. The house is in a quiet location but also close to the village. Everything was very clean, and the house has all the amenities, as well as plenty of games like foosball, ping pong, and darts. A great feature is the excellent accessibility for people with reduced mobility. Many thanks to José and Mari Carmen for your incredible kindness and helpfulness; you are both wonderful people. Thank you for everything.

A warm welcome, a comfortable and well-equipped cottage. Good bedding. Very spacious outdoor area, excellent outdoor kitchen.

A fantastic experience, I will definitely come back.

A fantastic location to completely unwind, beautiful surroundings, opposite a hostel where the food is delicious.

Comfortable house for two people, good wifi, privacy, all amenities worked fine.

The access road is worse than last year. There are large potholes and holes. But the house is fantastic! Beautiful sea views and sunshine all day on the terrace. Comfortable beds, and the house is fully equipped.

fantastic house in a beautiful location

The house is spacious and peaceful, with a stunning view. There are many charming villages in the area. Vélez-Malaga is a slightly larger town 20 minutes away, convenient for grocery shopping.

A magical place to completely unwind. Everything was spotlessly clean, the beds were wonderfully comfortable, and everything was fully equipped. The location is perfect for hiking. Highly recommended!

We spent a fantastic week at Manolo's house. We especially enjoyed the beautiful view, the terrace, the excellent amenities, and the friendliness and helpfulness of Manolo and Maria. They were always easily accessible and ready to answer all our questions and requests. We were especially pleased with the fresh avocados, tomatoes, and oranges that grew right next to the house and tasted delicious. We would love to come back!