Ruralidays Reviews

Very easy to check in, we were met and given a good tour of the property and it's features. from beginning to end the host was available to answer any queries and we were able to fully enjoy the property and it's location.

Amazing place

A wonderful location for a family holiday or - like us - to base ourselves for a cycling holiday. There is so much space to be outside, a wonderful pool and various citrus fruit trees. The house is spacious too, rustic but comfortable with a great wood fire to warm up (it was cold out in late November). Definitely want to come back!

Being in the region of Frigiliana, Nerja and Torrox has been a true find and discovery, which we highly enjoyed and can recommend to potential visitors. Absolute privacy, location, spectacular view, cleanliness, pool, tasteful furnishing, wonderfully friendly and helpful owners. Thank you very much for being wonderful owners and wonderful, attentive, and considerate people

Great spacious accommodation inside and outside. Wonderful views. Quiet. Great hosts.

We like Malaga. Fantastic hosts, very silent and lonely, exceptionally clean house. Really loved the place, will come back again.

Very nice villa with amazing views. Fun and friendly hosts

Great views!

We were greeted by the owner Juan and his dad at the arranged meeting point in Villanueva de la Conception which is about an easy 10 min drive to the villa. There was a welcome pack provided bread, a huge bowl of fruit coffee tea etc which was very much appreciated. The views are exceptional and sunrise and sunset are stunning. The location is quiet and perfect for a relaxing. The villa inside is very clean and comfortable and is well equipped with everything you need for your stay and to cook any meals. There is plenty of outside space to relax and do your own thing with a handy BBQ just outside the kitchen. The owner Juan is the perfect host and is always on hand should there be a problem without being intrusive There is a Dia supermarket in Villanueva de la Conception about a 10 minute drive that we stocked up before we arrived.. Plenty of cafes and bars in the village square where you can sit and people watch with a coffee or drink. or enjoy a meal. I would highly recommend this villa and we will certainly like to return when there is better weather as it was not to be when we stayed but you can’t control this but we had a peaceful stay. Will be keeping an eye on booking calendar for dates to rebook. Jim and Anne

We had an amazing holiday and loved the property. We know Frigiliana well and go there to relax and enjoy the countryside/peace and quiet. A well equipped comfortable house is paramount to us and this was everything it said in the description and more! Great views, garden, lovely log burner and well equipped kitchen.

Accomodation was spotless. Facilities excellent, especially jacuzzi (brand new), and location was ideal too. We would jog down to the beach front (5 min jog) and then jog along the beach front, ending up at some or other bar/restauarnt for breakfast/cofee - what a life!! Then stroll back to the Villa and hop in the jacuzzi or go sightseeing (Alhambra, Sierra Nevada etc)

The house is located around 2 min (walking) from the beach. It is well equipped and we really enjoyed the "green" shadow in the garden. In October the sea is still warm enough for swimming, and the outside temperature is just perfect (20-25°C) for us. At this late time of the year the area is very quiet, and the beach is empty (which was what we were looking for) - really good for relaxing.

Great view, great BBQ, welcoming owners, the perfect house!

A beautifull little house with a very very nice view over the mountains and the sea. Stunning view. The house had a little swimmimg Pool... again with the view. Also a great barbecue spot with a terrace... and again a great view. Bathroom and kitchen is basic but clean and fine.

We have just had a beautiful week in Maria's holiday home in Alozaina. It is located on a pretty remote hillside area but surrounded by olive and orange groves which added magically to the rural experience. The house is large enough for both peace and quiet if you want to chill out but with enough activities to keep our big kids occupied.

The villa has uninterrupted views of the countryside and it was so peaceful and we loved watching the sunsets. The pool and surrounding area was perfect. Spotless. Loved sitting on the patio for meals and drinks. Manuel was the perfect host. Nothing was too much trouble. Even arranged a breakfast and lunch which was very enjoyable. Priego de Cordoba was close by for food etc. We had a very relaxing holiday. Thank you Manuel.

It is a fantastic place to spend nice family time , we really enjoyed swimming pool and jacuzzi, clean house,very nice views, peace and quiet, very friendly and helpful owner, I hope to visit this place again. Highly recommended.

Great place to spend a relaxing and exiting holyday.

A fantastic retreat! The villa is absolutely gorgeous and the hosts were very welcoming, including the welcoming drinks and snacks which were left. Very well-equipped. Good location to be able to visit both beach and towns.

We are a family of four with two young children. We really enjoyed the Villa, particularly the pool and the bbq area. The beds were comfortable and the Wifi was handy. Nerja is a lovely town and the area is beautiful with lots to see and visit. You can walk to Torrecilla beach in about 15 mins and there are supermarkets within walking distance. A car is handy though to get in a bigger shop and the road up to the villa is pretty bumpy and dusty.

We had amazing few days in Santiago's country house. The children loved the basketball hoop behind the house and we all enjoyed walks around the property, climbing up to the very own cave, exploring the land. The views from the top of the hill are just breathtaking. The house itself is very well equipped, Santiago thought of everything - shower gel, shampoo, washing machine and dishwasher’s tablets, hand wash. There is even a dolce gusto coffee machine with a few pods to get you started. We all slept well and thoroughly enjoyed the outside area, you literally do not have to go anywhere, there is so much to do, like table tennis, many places to chill out like two different hammocks, swings for children, bed by the pool or just sitting on any of the many seats Santiago built into the garden around the property. Everywhere you look there is something to see and explore. Little house for the children to play in, using a bike or a scooter, all on the property. The outdoor kitchen is a very nice touch and it is evident how much time and effort Santiago puts into making the property a pleasure to stay in! We would definitely recommend this house to anyone, especially with children, looking for a relaxing holiday and looking for a private place. The house is easy to find and the drive is not difficult at all. The weather was not warm enough to fully enjoy the pool (only had a few short dips), but we have really loved our stay in this incredible place!

Just a fabulous 4 week stay in the property, the village of Competa and the surrounding area. Greats walks, great cycling routes for those who like hills and climbs. Weather was excellent during the 4 week stay, great hospitality from the owners, always helpful and we had no issues with the property. Property easily accommodated 5 adults, pool area and pool size good, with the house having all the things you need for a 4 week stay. Its well equipped in terms of cooking, showers. Locate is a 2 minute walk into the village, and good parking arranged for any hire car. Village is well equipped with resturants, bars and cafes and supermarkets. Would recommend this location and property for those looking for a feel of the real Andalusian life style in a small village. Surrounding area has some lovely villages to visit, and only 40 minute car ride to some great beaches.

Exactly what we needed...somewhere to relax and unwind in peaceful quiet surroundings. Private and secluded yet close enough to other amenities as required. Fantastic location with superb views and sunsets. Just bring wine, sunglasses and a good book.

This was the most amazing villa we have ever stayed in. Everything we wanted was there and Erik was the best host. We had a flat tyre while we were staying there and Erik sorted everything out for us, without him I don't know what we would have done. There was food when we arrived for the morning and he brought croissants over in the week as well. The pool was beautiful and was heated so could be used everyday and the hottub was beautiful especially for the sunset. I will definitely be returning. Thank you

Juan Jose made contact with us about a week before we departed for the villa to make arrangements for meeting. He sent us maps and ensured the arrangements met our needs. When he took us to the villa nothing was to much trouble. Everything was explained in great detail, he suggested local restaurants, and places of interest to visit. As we arrived on Sunday and the supermarkets were closed he had stocked the fridge with food, provided bread, a huge bowl of fruit some beer and wine. We were amazed as most villas we have stayed in have empty cupboards. We have never experienced such care and kindness and thoughtfulness. The rooms were all sparkling clean and well equipped, plenty of towels, hand soaps in both the bathrooms. The kitchen was also well provided for including washing powder, dishwasher tablets, bin bags..... it would be easier to say what wasn't provided and that would be a very short sentence. Outside there were sunbeds and seating areas all very comfortable. Although in October the pool water was a bit chilly, the area around the pool was safe and super well maintained. Nearby the villages of Pastelero and Villanueva de la Conception have some lovely restaurants and shops, Malaga is only 40 minutes away and Cordoba about an hour and 40 minutes, both worth a visit, but if you don't want to go anywhere, just stay at the Villa and try to take in the breath taking views. We like to paint with water colours and from the terrace of the Villa we were spoilt for choice of landscapes to capture. 10 out of 10 is not enough. We have stayed in seven other villas in this area of Andalusia and this is without doubt at the top of our list.

Beautyful hause with all necessary things.We had a great time there. Fully recommended.

Stunning views which you would never get tired of. Will definitely book this place again. Nice swimming pool big enough to actually swim in. Villa itself has everything you need.

great - thank you

Excellent villa with all we needed to relax and unwind, with the most amazing views. The villa had everything we needed in one place, the outdoor kitchen area and various seating areas allowed us to spend the whole day and evenings at the villa without feeling like we were in the same place. The villa was very clean and well looked after it really felt like a home away from home. The owners are very friendly and helpful and a pleasure to deal with during the stay.

Met the owners at a near by garage and we followed them to the villa . Really lovely couple who couldn’t help us enough especially when we locked ourselves out the villa!! They were always on hand if we needed them . Such a relaxing holiday , 5-10 min drive to shops / beach / bars & restaurants. The pool area and the views are stunning as is the bbq area. The Villa was plenty big enough for our family of 4 . We didn’t want to go home and are looking at re booking the villa for next year if possible . 10/10 The review from our 4 year old “I didn’t like the villa , I LOVED IT” big fan of the swimming pool and her own sofa

Absolutelly great,we will definitely come back again!:)

Very happy with this cottage. Everything you may need is available and working in the large outdoor kitchen and using homegrown fruits is perfect. Nice swimmingpool even in october with plenty of spaces to lounge around. Warm reception from the owners, cosy plants everywhere. Pretty close to places to visit including supermarket and beach if you have a car. Wonderful week here!

Beautiful place - super pool and perfekt to sit outside and enjoy the sun and the view.

Very friendly host and wonderful house! most definitely will recommend it!

Beginning of October 2021, we spent 10 days in this house. Lovely house with character where we felt immediately at home. The surroundings and views (incl sea view!) are gorgeous, de swimming pool is inviting and we really enjoyed the location: quiet and private. And let’s not forget the owners, Rosario and Javier, so lovely and friendly that it makes it even more difficult to leave this little gem. No doubt that we will be coming back! Thank you Rosario and Javier for you kind hospitality and for making our stay so pleasant and relaxing.

We were really comfortable in the house and it was always a pleasure to return after a trip to the surrounding sites. The views are difficult to beat and it is so peaceful and quiet - nature is all around. The pool is delightful. We also appreciated the kindness of the hosts who greeted us with such warmth. They were never intrusive but we could feel that they would be available at a moment's notice if we needed anything. We cannot over-emphasise the tranquillity of the place - we really enjoyed staying in rather than going out to bars as it was a delight to sip a glass of wine or to take a coffee in such a beautiful place and with a view that is simply priceless. We hope to return again and again. Thank you dear Isabel and Julio.

thanks so much for the stay, magical family holiday with incredible views and tranquility. special thanks to the host Enrique for being very helpful. and extra special thanks to Antonio for looking after us on site, super friendly and really nice to my parents! my mum and dad loved him! Gracias!

We had an amazing time in the house. We were with 6 people and loved the views, swimming pool and well equiped house. The road to the house was (for us) pretty steep, but the taxi driver was used to it :) Malaga is about 20 min by taxi. Airport also. When you want a great house and relaxed time, you should book this house for sure!! Owner is really easy going, communicative and very nice.

Perfect villa for a couple or small group near Orgiva. The house was spotlessly clean and had so many thoughtful touches throughout. We really felt at home there and would love to come back. 5 stars.

Zelden zulke gastvrije eigenaren, Juan en zijn vader, meegemaakt die hun woning beschikbare stellen. Ze verwelkomde ons met een schaal vers fruit, op de feestdag werden we voorzien heerlijke lekkernijen, en bij afscheid kregen we zelfs een afscheidscadeau. Privacy werd erg in acht genomen. Niets dan lof. Het huis is geweldig, met een prachtig uitzicht op en over de bergen, heerlijk bubbelbad, sauna en zwembad. Op ca.10 minuten rijden kun je boodschappen doen en heerlijk tapas eten. Kortom wij hebben het geweldig gehad en komen zeker nog eens terug.

The house is not too big but big enough to host at least 6 people. The facility keeper Rob was more than helpful with our early arrival. The interior is modern and very well chosen. The arrangement of the outside area just perfect. We will be back for another visit.

We very much enjoyed Orgiva and surroundings and especially the house with it’s nice location, wonderful garden and swimming pool and certainly also the very kind and helpful owners.

The accommodation is as lovely as the pictures on the website. Highly recommend this property, it's clean very well equipped great pool and lovely patio area for relaxation ( and sunbathing). Sebastian is a perfect host, available if needed but not intrusive, also appreciate the regular gifts of fruit and vegetables picked fresh from his farm. All in all a wonderful holiday destination enhanced by the ambiance and beauty of Andalusia. In short 10/10.

Just got back from staying 2 weeks at this fantastic place. Loved everything about it, located in a peaceful location vith great views of surrounding countryside and mountains but within about 30 minutes of big resort areas of benalmedina, torrimilinos and marbella also about 30 minutes from malaga airport. The villa itself is very clean and spacious bed was very comfortable. Jackie the owner and her husband were lovely people, after showing us around the place they left and didn't see them again until the last day when we left. But did say if we needed anything to ask as they live next door. Very private pool area. The pool is not that big but OK to cool of in when it gets hot. Overall I would definitely recommend this place to anyone who wants a lovely place in the countryside but not to far from resorts if you want to visit them.

Our whole experience was very rewarding after waiting for 2 years after covid,

Great sized villa allowing space for large family. High standard of furnishings within the villa and a great pool area with numerous seating areas. The highlite for my kids was making their own pizzas in the outside pizza oven. We will most definitely be back .

Terrace and pool were the best features. Manolo was very kind and helpful.

The villa is great with a lovely pool and new hot tub. It was very clean and well maintained. A ten minute walk to shops, bars and restaurants

The hacienda looks fantastic from the outside and is well equipped inside. Very clean, towels available, beautiful garden and a super pool and relax area outside. Nice barbecue / outdoor kitchen, we have used several times. The house is super private on a hill. Even in October sun from 10.00 to17.00h, so plenty time to relax, swim and sunbading. Marbella only 35 minutes drive, so easy to get to the beaches. Miguel is a super friendly and nice host! We definately recommend this place

We choose this house mainly for it’s location: close to the beach and nice places like Nerja and Frigliana. We travelled with our parents and our 2-year old son. The place is well accessible and kids friendly. We really enjoyed the outdoor space and bbq area. We also played some pool in the evenings which was nice entertainment. The house is a little bit outdated and when we arrived a few things needed to be fixed, but the host was very swift in his response and fixed things immediately. Overall we had a nice stay!

We enjoyed our stay very much. The patios offer sweeping views of the steep hills and the sea. Thanks to the fairly isolated location it is very quiet - all you hear are birds. There are good hiking trails starting about 2km north of the house towards los castillejos. The kitchen is very well equipped and the addˋl outdoor kitchen is a nice feature. The access road to the house is really steep and narrow and you need a car with good road clearance. Our rental was a small SUV and we had no problem at all, but I wouldn‘t try to take a sports car up the hill.

Cannot really fault this villa. So well presented in a quiet location 3 km outside AlHaurin el grande. Spotlessly clean and lots of lovely little extras, welcome basket as well as oils, spices etc to use.

Great stay in a beautiful house!

Loved the private patio area, seclusion & the views.

Great short break we wished we had booked 2weeks . Stunning setting. Epic sunsets , fabulous garden .

Verry good

Nice staying in a nice and excellent house.

A quirky villa with a swimming pool with great views. You will need a car to get there. Thank you Alfonso for letting us stay at your villa it was a wonderful 2 weeks!

Absolutely amazing. Maria was so, so welcoming. The property was more than we could have asked for, absolutely perfect. Highly recommend if you are looking for a beautiful, peaceful holiday.

We had a wonderful holiday in this perfectly located villa. It was extremely well equipped and very clean - towels and bed linen were of good quality. The regular visits from Manuel with fresh fruit and vegetables made us feel very much at home. Being within walking distance to bars and a supermarket was an added bonus. We very much look forward to visiting Gaucin and the villa next year

Really enjoyed the view and many places to hang out, in and around the house

Great accommodation with a splendid view, very friendly owners, great times!

Owner really helpful on arrival even giving us a lift into Nerja to pick up a rental car. Location of the villa is spectacular with amazing views. Peaceful and quite. Outside pool and BBQ are very spacious. Utilities inside are more than adequate although the place is in need of a little maintenance (aircon not great in 2 of the 3 bedrooms). Overall, a great stay.

Gorgeous villa in a beautiful setting, Alfonso is so accommodating and the house is equipped with everything you need for a wonderful stay. We will be back!

We really enjoyed our time at the house and the pool was superb. Esteban and Merchi are very friendly and wonderful hosts.

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We had a great time in Carlos property. House has everything we needed. Kitchen is well equipped , air con in all bedrooms. Swimming pool is great and cleaned by owner every few days. Carlos is a great host. Thank you for fresh figs. Fully recommend.

My husband and I had 2 relaxing weeks in Carlos' beautiful home. The property is beautifully shaped with multiple terraces, pool and jacuzzi. Everything very well maintained and clean.We had great days with evening barbecues, sunbathing by the pool and playing table tennis. There was nothing missing. Carlos is a very nice and attentive host. We felt very comfortable.

We stayed here for two weeks in September 2021. This villa was amazing. So thoroughly clean and the hosts came in halfway through the holiday to change the bedding and clean everything, including the pool. It was up in the mountains with fantastic views. However, you wouldn't be able to manage without a car (and a 4 x 4 would be advised, although not absolutely necessary). Frigiliana was a lovely little town with lots of great eating places which were very reasonably priced. Nerja is worth a visit (about 20-25 mins away by car) but is more commercialised and touristy (if that's a word!). Overall we had a brilliant holiday. The hosts were really friendly and although they couldn't speak English and we couldn't speak Spanish, Google translate did an excellent job! We would definitely recommend both the villa and the hosts.

We had a lovely stay here. Luna, our host, was perfect and made everything easy. The house was spacious, but we spent most of our time around the pool and on the terrace. We highly recommend staying here, and we would like to return at some point in the future

Just returned home from a very happy and comfortable 2 weeks. Villa perfect, had everything we needed. Glorious location with views to die for, quiet and secluded location however easy drive to Frigiliana and Nerja. Ana María and her husband very friendly. Would happily stay here again, highly recommended.

Ideal place to relax in sun in a lovely casa and great views, just perfect.

This was a fantastic villa, spacious grounds around the villa and the pool. Everywhere was spotlessly clean and tidy, couldn’t wish for a better villa and location. Owners were very accommodating and helpful.

Excellent expierence. Well equipped house with large swimmingpool. Ideal location. The owner, Antonio, friendly, very helpful and speaks very good english.

We stayed here for two weeks and thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The villa has a rustic Spanish feel to it and is generally well equipped. The villa is accessed by a 4km unmade road that winds around the mountain side and is single track in places so is best suited to confident drivers. However the reward for this journey are spectacular mountain views. It was roughly a 40 minute drive to the nearest large supermarket to stock up on groceries. We didn't venture out on an evening and just relaxed at the villa. The barbecue area is great and we found that the Shell garage at the bottom of the hill near the A7 was the best place to buy large sacks of charcoal. There was no kettle so we bought a cheap one at Carrefour, however there was a filter coffee machine. There are ample sun loungers and we loved relaxing by the pool. The owners were friendly and kindly arrived one day with a tray of vegetables I presume grown on their land. Google enabled us to exchange basic information despite neither speaking each others language. I would thoroughly recommend the villa for those wanting a relaxing break.

With the views, pool, sauna and spa bath the villa had everything you would want for a lovely relaxing holiday. Juan was the perfect host. He certainly ensures that you are aware of all the facilities available in the villa and surrounding areas. He is always available if and when required but very respectful of our privacy. Nothing was ever a problem for him.

The house is underground, so a pleasant temperature is achievable even in high summer. The house has been built with a lot of dedication. Many small details make it exciting. The same goes for the garden, very diversely divided into several zones. You have to be a bit careful not to touch the cacti, which can be a bit unpleasant. In return, you get a whole zoo of animals, we had six cats, four peacocks and some chickens on the premises. Because of the animals and the many plants, there is naturally a bit more dirt, such as fruit on the ground. But the owner is happy to come by regularly, even on request, and cleans everything up perfectly. A real pearl if you want to spend a different holiday than in the standard hotels.

The owner was very responsive (always answered in a couple of minutes).

A lovely peaceful villa with helpful and friendly owners. Gracias Antonio and Montse

Although we found that there seemed to be one too many points of contact, everyone we dealt with was excellent and went above and beyond of what we expected from them. Tree house and the water slide was definitely a hit with the children, they loved it! Indoor lounge was spacious and comfortable, with the Air Conditioning system working perfectly throughout the house! The only issue was lack of bbq facilities. Nevertheless, one to repeat if ever in the area!

The host was brilliant extremely helpful and so quick with replies she made everything extremely easy! The house is well equipped with all the basics you need and any issue the host is happy to help. The land is gorgeous and the outdoor space is in abundance. The actual house has three bedrooms and then there's two pretty large cottages right next to the house and it was perfect because we all had our own space when we just wanted to relax away from eachother! This house deserves the hype.

The villa was set in a mountainous area. Each morning it was lovely to get up and sit outside and relax. The BBQ, pool and seating area was especially comfortable and inviting. We spent the majority of our time here relaxing and enjoying the beautiful views.

Beautiful place and location , plenty of places to visit but in reality no need .we just loved relaxing in all the outside space this villa and the owner who was local and would do anything for you thouroughly deserve 11 out of 10 ,siply the best .

This is a great property in a lovely secluded location. The owner is courteous and very keen to please. The villa has everything you need, is very clean and very well equiped. Highly recommended!

We spent 2 weeks holidays with friends and kids. Villa has all what you need! Very clean ! Lovely jacuzzi and big pool . We enjoyed barbecue place a lot. 2km to Arenas village(take a walk there) ,12 km to Lidl and our favorite Mercadona. Also recommended Torre del Mar beach with many restaurants and shops. Also water fun park there, ideal for kids. Place is in very quite area ,really good to relax ,take swim , enjoy the sun and eat gorgeous figs from the tree :) Rafael is a fantastic host. Very friendly and helpful! We will be definitely visiting his place again :)

Very pretty villa with everything you need for a relaxing get away. Perfect for couples.

The home and the hosts were spectacular

We arrived and Maria met us, she was so warm and welcoming. The house has a beautiful pool, table tennis and was spotless. We loved our stay and will love to go back.

Lovely homely villa with a fantastic pool and the most fabulous view of anywhere we have stayed. The owners were very welcoming and it was such a treat to be able to eat fresh figs from the tree that had been warmed in the sun.

It was such a brilliant trip, the villa is so beautiful and has everything you could need. Frigiliana is gorgeous and the perfect place for a relaxing getaway with lots of sun and lovely views. Thank you so much rosario and Javier for the perfect trip! We will definitely be back and have recommended you to all our friends