Ruralidays Reviews

We are a family of 6, 2 adults and 4children.We have rented the house with pool for 2 weeks. We received were well. Also with any question, The telephone contact with the owner went very good. Everything was well explained to us. The House have all facilities. Everything was in the house. At the pool you can enjoy the beautiful large garden, with different types of fruit trees. The Hygiene of the house was really good, internet also, landlord very friendly. We certainly enjoyed our holiday and definitely calmed down. Malaga and the beach are also 30 min from Coin. 2min from the house you have a Aldi, Lidl supermarket and also a shoppingcenter in Coin. I recommend it to everyone!! WE LOVED IT. thanx for everything. Greetz Mariam

Lovely pool, amazing views, comfortable for a family of 6. Amenities were modern and house was nicely renovated while still preserving original features and charm. Home was peaceful and clean and it afforded us the ability to eat locally or cook at home. Location is very off the beaten path and recommend a confident driver for the road up the hill. We enjoyed the privacy yet the closeness to town. Host was easy to communicate with and approachable plus helpful when we reached out. We look forward to visit again.

Mari is a great host, very attentive. When we arrived we already had something to eat and drink. The house is beautiful, modern and very clean, with a sublime view. Perfect pool to relax and have fun with the family. 1 perfect week and too short. No negative points just happiness

Absolutely stunning location but close enough to walk in gaucin! Very friendly hosts. The accommodation is basic but clean. The pool area is the gem of the property with a beautifully clean pool and a stunning view. Loved it!

Just great

A surprisingly spacious home with all the amenities, clean and welcoming. The host was helpful. The pool was the perfect size for the family and the house in Good distance of the village and shops and parks. We didn’t want to leave.

Lovely property, perfect for two. Gorgeous pool and lots of outside space, the covered seating areas were very welcome given the 40'C daytime temperatures. Comfy bed and excellent BBQ. The road accessing the property is not for the faint hearted but the drive is worth it once you arrive!

Lovely week

Very nice villa, very clean and it has everything you need. Patricia is a very kind woman. Unfortuanaly there was one airconditioning in the whole house the other one wasn’t working. If you have children you have to know that the owner lives downstairs and you have to be quiet because she can hear almost everything, my daughter was running in the hallway and it is very disturbing for her. So take that als a note if you have kids.

Our location was on top of a hill but with a breathtaking view on the surrounding area ! If you like your privacy and you want to still be able to enjoy the beach, the city (Malaga) and plan trips to other places in Andalucia then i really recommend this place strongly

Even though the location is only a 45min drive away from the airport, it's quite remotely located in the mountains. Pepe will pick you up from the nearby gas station and you'll drive the last part together. Approaching from the road, you initially do not even see the house, but once you make the turn you're suddenly in front of a gate which turns out to be the gate to one of the most green and relaxing holiday spaces we have experienced as a family. The mountains itself are rocky and dry, but none of that you notice once you pass through the gate. There is a big, green garden all around the house and the swimming pool. The house and pool are constructed/decorated with natural stone mostly, which gives a very authentic feel to the place. The house is super complete. The pool, the top-notch BBQ place, the straw umbrellas - all of it is as advertised on the great pictures. Then there are chickens and fruit trees to provide you with eggs and fruits, all delicious. Even though we have not used much the house internally during the day, the feel is quite cosy with air conditioning in all rooms. The kitchen is well-equipped. The bed rooms are spacious with sufficient closet space and decent mattresses. Then to finalise, the best of all must be the host. Pepe has build the place himself, starting 20 years ago, and it is clear he has given it his whole heart and wants to share its beauty with his guests. He explained us how through all irrigations etc he uses 12 m3 (!!!) of water per day to keep the place green and the pool full. Francisco helps him, and together they are 100% committed to provide you with the best possible experience you could have. At this point it should come as no surprise that this place comes highly recommended!

The villa is well equipped and comfortable and in an excellent location for the beach and Nerja. Also has beautiful views over the hills and sea. Everything was brilliant.

Lovely property, great weather, great views. You need a car to get around but would recommend this property for your trip

Stunning views from the house. Hosts were lovely and brought fresh veg. Dirt track to the house but gets easier the more you drive it.

Great Villa & pool- really high standard of refurbishment, extremely clean, thoughtful welcome of wine, milk & water. Good location but be prepared for rocky roads approaching the Villa, car essential! Enjoy your stay as much as we did

The accommodation is perfect for big families (we were mix of adults and kids), the house and surroundings are stunningly beautiful and the hosts are exceptionally nice and welcoming. We absolutely loved the stay.

Very relaxing holiday which is what we were looking for.

The house was amazing! We were contacted by the owner, Rachel, upon landing in Spain and arranging meet up over WhatsApp was quick and easy. On arrival at the house we were shown around and paperwork completed quickly and then left to enjoy our holiday. The house itself is remote and the road/track is long and winding, but not an issue for any average sized car. It adds to the remote feel of the house! The house and pool were spotlessly clean and Rachel let us know whenever she needed to visit to water the garden and clean the pool. She was always contactable if we had any issues or questions. With very high temperatures during our stay the air con was fabulous and very efficient. The pool was a perfect size for us and always a nice temperature, ideal for cooling off. Although we didn't use the pizza oven, I'm sure it would be great and the bbq is huge! Overall, our visit was fantastic. We can recommend Rachel's house to anyone who enjoys a relaxing and peaceful holiday away from the stress and speed of daily life! Thank you Rachel, from all of us!

This was a beautiful villa, very well maintained. It was clean and bright, the facilities were fantastic. Other reviews mention the drive in, I thought it was easy, and it found the right balance of being close enough to everything in Nerja, but far enough away for a good peaceful home to enjoy. The owner Manuel was more than helpful, and did a brilliant job in keeping the pool clean. He also provided good advice on the lifestyle in Nerja, and made himself available if we ever needed anything. Overall a fantastic villa, and thoroughly enjoyable holiday. Highly recommended.

The house Casa Rosa is situated in a beautiful remote hamlet where you felt like you could really “get away from it all”. The house is simple and colourful, with pretty much everything you need for a relaxing holiday; the shower is simple but works really well; the garden is fantastic, with a lovely outside pool and an indoor pool that was like a hot tub. The patio upstairs was great too, with a table and chairs and a full sunshade (much appreciated). We especially appreciated the excellent communication from the friendly, very helpful owner.

Beautifully presented, clean, comfortable accommodation. Pool and out door area were a welcomed bonus. Excellent location for accessing Ronda and other tourist areas. We would stop again which says it all. Good communication throughout our stay.

Very good rural house for these who like silence and quietness. A house with all basic needs

The villa is very secluded, but still close enough to the town. I would recommend stopping in Coin or Malaga for a bigger more affordable shop as the local stores are slightly limited in choice. The villa itself is very comfortable and clean, in terms of kitchen supplies, it is slightly limited but easy enough to make work, pick up some basics (seasonings, oil etc). Fridge, freezer, dishwasher available too! Isabel was an amazing host, and although speaks very limited English we made it work. The pool was cleaned every 3 days, and we were provided with clean sheets and towels throughout the stay. Great villa for all groups looking for a quiet getaway. Would definitely recommend.

A great accommodation in a wonderful place. The accommodations are all spotless and well cared for. The owner is very friendly.

Looking for stressfree holiday in a natural environment? Then this house is a perfect choise. it is quite new and well equipped.

Fantastic place to stay with kids

A tranquil relaxing getaway. Just what we needed.

The house is like your own house, very elegant and in the same time very relaxing. We were in3 generations: together but with a big dość of intimity, also because of the 2 kitchens. The swimming pool was great! Not too big, safe. There we some things to fix in both kitchens: there was water on the floor after using a sink and washdisher. Its worth to go , even only for the great view to the surrounding hills, the sea and Almuniecar and not only from 1 perspective but three: the pool level, the incredibly nie and elegant 2nd floor and the 3 floor, where one can relax fully without being disturbed.I world come back immediately if I could afford.

Magnifique!!!! Sweet owner - merci beaucoup Eric! - good communication, AMAZING house with an excellent pool area and a breathtaking view. Just do it!

Very large and deep swimming pool. Fantastic terraces with outstanding views and comfortable outdoor furniture.

We stayed 13 persons for two weeks. Perfect house for the big family. The house is well equipped with all you need for a comfortable stay. The location has nice view over the valley. The owner is very nice and helpful.

We had a lovely family holiday in the house. José and Lisa respond quickly to questions and helped with the problems there were. We were a bit unlucky that the pool was dirty after the last tenants, but it was quickly fixed. The house works really well when there are many people traveling together and you are very private and undisturbed in and around the house. There could well be more drinking glasses and wine glasses and generally more equipment in the kitchen. The knives were very very dull and a bit of a challenge when cooking. A little far to a larger supermarket when shopping for many people. The road to the house is along winding mountain roads, but ok and not the worst we have experienced. A lovely holiday where we got to relax and bathe a lot

For us, a family of 5 - perfect!! Firstly, the hosts and villa owners are a fantastic couple. We were delayed arriving into Malaga therefore our arrival time to the villa was very late. They were so accommodating and meeting us at 3am was no problems to them at all. They provided us with fantastic tips of the area and things to visit. The villa itself was perfect for us. Everything we needed was there. It was super clean on arrival. The pool was just what we needed. We highly recommend this place if you're looking for a quiet rural get away.

this BnB is in a great location in the mountains by the sea, the town is very nice with a couple bars and essential shops. The views are stunning and the pool is great! Be warned however there are only two buses a day that go to the beach and into malaga, however taxis are able to collect and drop off here, albeit the drive is a little steep!

Ruralidays were very helpful and quick to communicate. The villa has amazing views. It was really well equiped inside and outside with a lovely pool, pool table and table tennis table. We wanted a relaxing holiday and that is what we got. Several seating areas to relax at various times of the day and each of the family members could have their own space when needed. I would definitely recommend this villa. You will need a car.

Ruralidays made our holiday exceptional. They are on call at anytime and nothing is to much trouble. Highly recommend this company

We had a lovely stay in this villa. It's a really peaceful spot, with beautiful views. The hosts were friendly too. We will definitely return!

This holiday had been moved a number of times due to the pandemic and the hosts could not have been more accommodating. We had a great time in this villa and it truly lived up to our expectations. We have rented quite a few villas over the years and this must be one of our best experiences as the accommodation and hosts were excellent and every detail was perfect. I would recommend this to anyone looking to enjoy relaxing holiday.

Right from the start we were made to feel at home and one of the family. Isabel and her family are the perfect hosts, there is nothing they can't do for you. The villa was traditional but with modern amenities and very private, with spectacular views. Already planning when can return.

Very nice. weather super hot but setting in hills made it cooler. Granada town beautiful, Sierra nevada fabulous and trip to the beach also very nice. Property lovely and hosts excellent

We loved everything about the villa and would highly recommend. This is a very special, unique place that Puri and Damian have put so much love, care and attention to detail into. They have crested a peaceful, magical and beautiful place: perfect to unwind and relax.

Super outside space in a quiet secure neighbourhood. Pool is clean and there are shaded areas around the garden to keep out of the sun. Supermarket is 5 minute drive and there are many things do see and do within easy reach. The owner is on site and very helpful with information about the area and restaurants which are 5 min drive. The accommodation has all you need for a family holiday. The accommodation is clean and well maintained. Car essential.

Lovely casita in central location, great pool and garden. Good facilities, everything you need for a relaxing break.

Loved the house, loads of bedrooms for a big group and amazing location and views. The road to the villa, although we enjoyed driving it, could be challenging for some drivers.

The cottage and pool are lovely, with a great view from the terrace. The accommodation is generally well provisioned and everything was clean. There are a few simple things that could be improved upon though, such as some new towels as those provided were old and threadbare. We also had to ask for pool towels which weren't provided. The sunbeds aren't particularly comfortable and two of them had torn fabric. It was disappointing to find no 'Welcome pack' of basic provisions on arrival, not even a bottle of water, which meant we had to go off in search of a supermarket after a long day's travelling. A few things that can't be so easily remedied are the closeness of the two adjacent villas, one of them being part of the same building. The patio and pool areas are close to each other, with one of them being on slightly higher ground so it could overlook the pool. Any peace and quiet very much depends on how considerate the neighbours are. The other thing is the narrow, winding, road up to the villa, with unfenced drops to one side which can give some heart-stopping moments when meeting cars coming in the opposite direction! We enjoyed our stay but a few simple improvements could make it even better.

Great apartment with everything we needed, a fair drive up from the coast and some fairly hairy roads but well worth it when we arrived. Fantastic pool area and gardens with amazing views over to Competa. Very clean and peaceful villa with all the amenities you would need, the BBQ area especially (with separate pizza oven we unfortunately didn’t get to try). Communication with Coral was easy and we met at a location and followed her father and brother to the villa which was helpful as it might have been hard to find otherwise. Would very much recommend for a family break or those fortunate to travel without their children for a peaceful grown up trip away. Competa was a nice village with some lovely restaurants so a good base to head into the village too. Paid a €200 euro deposit in cash on arrival that I don’t think is made entirely clear when booking but it was handed back to us in cash when we checked out without any problems. Would very much recommend!

Lovely villa! Nice and fresh with everything required for a perfect getaway. Lots of nice touches and welcome gifts. Immaculately clean. Extremely friendly owner. We loved the orchard and pool! Very spacious main bedroom with beautiful scenery. Will definitely recommend to friends and family. Only negative is drive to villa is approx 4km to El Gastor and pretty rocky in places.

The views were amazing and you feel instantly at home in this place.

This house is ideal for a small to medium sized group - the house is rustic and track not too far from road and plenty walks of various lengths The village is not too far and plenty eating places there and small shop for emergency supplies.

Absolutely love this area, Finca Tarabita is great with such lovely views. Occasional sightings of eagles and bee eaters flying through the valley below kept us entertained while not in the pool.

The villa is absolutely stunning and has everything you can possibly need for an amazing holiday. The hosts Diego and Elisa were just wonderful and available to answer any questions. We will definitely be trying to return as soon as possible.

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The house is soft a fantastic standard - it is spacious and has everything you will need for that perfect holiday. The pool area is truly exceptional.

After a week in this gem of a vacation house, we can only write the most positive review. We were two families (9 People) here and were welcomed by Miguel who showed us the house and also the road to the house that can be a little tricky to find. The house where very clean and the surrounding areas of the house the same. For us the layout of the house and pool area where perfect. We could sit in different areas during the day to find shadow areas. The pool and pool area where perfect also for us as a group of 9 people. There is air conditioner on all sleeping rooms on the first floor, and we enjoyed the kitchen and grill area. Very nice with an extra refrigerator outside in the pool area for water, beers and ice cream for the kids in the freezer. The area where the house is nice and the view from the house in many directions is beautiful. Things we really liked: House in general, pool area, price/quality compared to other vacation homes we visited years earlier. Internet connection worked well (stable and ok speed) Things we did not like: None :-) Possible improvements: Sunshade at the pool chairs, at some point a new pool cleaner net. THANK YOU for a fantastic vacation in your lovely house.

Property has a lovely rustic feel, is very well kept and equipped and is extremely peaceful. We had a chance to relax and also enjoy the natural surroundings and various nature walks.

Bardzo miły gospodarz. Domek bardzo ładny, klimatyczny, czysty, w spokojnej okolicy z pięknym widokiem na góry i winnice. Basen bardzo duży, pięknie umiejscowiony, głęboki. Dostępne materace i makarony do pływania. Gospodarz przywitał nas lokalnymi wędlinami i serem oraz winem własnej produkcji co było bardzo miłe. Droga dojazdowa wąska, kręta i na sporym odcinku wyboista.

The Villa was just perfect. Ideal for all. The facilities are 10/10 and the outside space is simply amazing. Will definitely be back.

Stunning view and lovely house. You should be an experienced driver for feeling comfortable with the last 10 minutes drive - a bit steep and narrow, but all worth it

Very nice view, beautiful location.

Very Nice House !! And excellent service from the owners

The villa is absolutely beautiful! It has been tastefully decorated throughout and has everything you need for a relaxing break. The outside space accommodates six adults comfortably and we spent many enjoyable evenings utilising the outdoor BBQ and dining alfresco! As other travellers have mentioned the villa is situated in the middle of a mountain, so the roads are very narrow and not recommended for an unexperienced driver. However, if you are willing to make the trip, I can assure you that you will not be disappointed!

Excellent house with great views. Village has fantastic resteraunts. Good trails for walks if not so hot.

Fantastic Villa in a fantastic location. It has everything you need. The pool is fantastic and we had great fun with the kids. We had a great peaceful 2 week holiday. The views from the Villa are breath taking. This is the perfect place for a chilled out family holiday. You will need a car and it is only a 15 minute drive to the cost and to the Euroski Supermarket and 35 minutes to Nerja which is stunning. Antonio who owns the Villa is a gentleman. So friendly and he will do anything at all to help you and stays only a few minutes away. It was an absolute pleasure to meet him. You will not regret booking this Villa.

The owner is a very kind and friendly person. If there was a problem or question, he replied within minutes and took care of it. The house is also a real family place. With history. It is also well equipped. We hope to come back.

The Villa is fantastic in every way, it had everything and more for what you want and need. The photos are amazing but honestly when you actually see it person it’s even better. Amazing views, very clean and you even look forward to hearing the goats pass by in the afternoons. You can pick and juice fresh oranges every day. The host was great and always available if needed. A perfect place for a relaxing holiday. Definitely be booking again.

The house is located in a quiet and calm area. It is perfect for relaxing. There are a lot of small, nice villages and other tourist attractions nearby. The house is difficult to access.

This is a great villa in the mountains and for most people all the facilities that you need for a great ‘get-away’ holiday. All main rooms have air co which really helps when the sun is blazing and you have had enough of the pool. The pool itself is great with a really nice poolside area. The views from the villa are amazing and something I will never forget. The main track down to the villa is interesting but absolutely fine for any car if you just take your time. Unforgetable and quite frankly I can’t wait to go back.

The villa was lovely. Great location and amazing views. Owners were very friendly and helpful despite the lack of English!

Excellent location overlooking Competa and Canillas de Albaida in front of the mountains, fantastic facilities, clean and tidy. Pool and outside dining areas were brilliant. Position of villa meant sun from 07.00 until 21.00 hrs as it set behind the mountains.

Fantastic view on the mountains

Great house in nature surroundings. Only some noise on saturday evening from a nearby hotel. Big house with nice big swimming pool.

A fantastic villa for group holiday. A/C in all bedrooms. Lovely pool and enough spaces for large group.

We booked this property and were unable to visit when Covid stopped everyone holidaying, and we were delighted to be able to rebook when we were all able to travel again. From arrival to leaving everything was first class. We have rented villas all over the world but this one gets our best ever rating.

Villa Rosa is a very well equipped villa in a great location. There is plenty of space, a beautiful pool and barbecue area and a jacuzzi, which we didn't use much but in the cooler months would be a great feature. The kitchen in particular is very well equipped. The living area is spacious and opens onto the pool area. Juan was a kind but unobtrusive host and we didn't have any problems during our stay. You can walk to Canillas de Albaida, Archez and Cómpeta from the house. We recommend all three for a visit and also the Fabrica de la Luz just outside Canillas, a beautiful woodland area in a valley with a stream and waterfalls, about 10 minutes drive away.

Amazing views with stunning infinity pool. All the bedrooms have air conditioning which we very much appreciated in the July heat. The owners are very helpful and kind. All in all a lovely villa in a secluded location.

This was by far one of our favorite villas! Both the inside and outside areas are beautiful! Large, spacious bedrooms with great AC! We spent most of our time outside on the patio and in the lovely pool! The Mountain views were spectacular, especially at night, with all the twinkling lights. It was magic! The host was fantastic, and made our stay that much more special!

Lovely villa in a rural location and Veronica looked after us very well. Both house and pool kept spotless. Surrounding roads twisting and track up to house steep. Not for the nervous driver. Although we were all adults in our party I would not recommend this villa to a family with small kids.

Super service, very nice house with incredible view!

We enjoyed our stay at this wonderful villa. From the beginning till the end the owner Paqui was very helpful. The villa has everything you need. We asked for a utensil for the barbecue and within hours Paqui arranged one. Very sweet!! We highly recommend this villa if u are looking for a relaxing holiday. Also with kids its very safe because of the fences. We definitely come back!

The villa was beautiful and also the pool it was just so lovely to relax due to me being a care manager and had a very busy few months. All the bars and shops in the village was lovely and the people were very friendly

We booked the location online ... we liked the views from the pictures and in reality we found the place to be exactly like the picture The host was super friendly, our trip was delayed twice and the host was very kind and understanding, they waited for us . They speak only in Spanish, and use google translator if you want to speak in English The views are so capturing, very private area , the sun hits the sitting area at the front of the house in the morning and by 1 pm there is a very nice wind coming from the sea which you can see clearly You also have mountain view which is captivating The only downside was the road, it needs 20 mins from the gas station in Torrox, the road for the first 10-15 mins is paved but then becomes unpaved and smaller as you go , it is scary at night ... We got used to it eventually The house was clean, the pool has great views. the place is surrounded with trees of papaya and avocados and grapes .. The neighbor was friendly as well

There is nothing that I would change about our stay. The whole experience was impeccable and waking up to views like that before jumping into the pool was a great way to relax and reset. Can't fault it and totally understand why it's rated so highly.

Great views. Big villa, lots of space for a group of 20. pool area ideal for big groups. Lots of games and different areas to socialise. Owner very friendly and efficient. Food delivery service excellent also. Nice to be able to walk to town also.

The villa is situated in a beautiful spot in the mountains, it is nice and quiet and the views are incredible. The pool and area around the pool is fantastic for relaxing or playing games. The outdoor dining setup is perfect - there are multiple bbqs, there is a pizza oven, a normal oven, hobs lots of seating near the kitchen so you can speak with whoever is cooking and plenty of outside fridge space for drinks (and food)! We were a group of 4 couples in and would highly recommend! Alan and Christine were incredibly helpful and were wonderful hosts.

Fantastic stay end to end with no issues. Super friendly owners! Will stay again!

Casa fantastica in una posizione molto tranquilla.

We were met, as advised, in the car park in Monda by Paqui and her husband (we think). We didn’t speak much Spanish, and they couldn’t speak much English but with apps we got on fine. Very welcoming couple. Paqui showed us around the property and as there were only 4 of us, she recommended the front two bedrooms as they were cooler and had lovely views. She wasn’t wrong! The photos don’t do the property justice…it’s perfect. Everything you need is there. The pool area, sun lounging area & two lovely dining areas let us have breakfast & lunch in one area and dinner next to the big bbq in the courtyard. Various Supermarkets are in Coin about a 10 minute drive away. The property overlooks the main road, which can be a little noisy during “rush hour” but it didn’t spoil our holiday at all. Paqui & her husband come and empty the main bins and clean the pool/water the plants. Very well maintained. One thing we wanted to do was to be able to walk into Monda but with the winding roads in the dark, no pavements and the speed of a lot of drivers, we didn’t chance it. You can’t see Monda from the property but it’s only about 5 minute drive away if you want to have a walk around, and take some photos and have some refreshments. The property is quite central to several villages, all worth a visit. We went to Ronda one day, about a 2 hour drive…but again, worth it especially if you go via the scenic route. If there was one thing that was missing, it was access to a downstairs toilet as we had to go through the house wet to go upstairs to our en-suites. I think there was a downstairs bedroom but it was locked. Although there were things left over from other guests, I would recommend taking essentials like washing up liquid, dishwashers tablets, Bin bags (large & small for the toilet bins & recycling bin), washing powder & toilet rolls or buy them while you do your food shop.

A beautiful villa with superb outdoor space. Great for families with children.

Beautiful villa with beautiful pool. We had the best holiday ever.

Perfect location house and pool very well looked after, host and handyman very obliging and attentive, highly recommend this house will be booking again.