Ruralidays Reviews

They are a super polite family, super friendly and helpful. The house is super clean and in an incredible location, with spectacular views, and has everything you could need for a vacation. The house has every detail. Very easy to get to and very close to the town with excellent cuisine. I recommend the house 100%. In fact, we will definitely return.

We were there for the second time and would definitely book it again. We were with two families and a total of five children, who, just like the last time, had a great time with the many games that were present on the site.

100% recommended. We are delighted with the place and the host. José Luis is very friendly and attentive.

We came as a family during Holy Week and had a fantastic stay. The apartment is ideally located and perfectly equipped. We were very well received there.

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I loved the number of routes that the environment offered.

The house couldn't be better. The location is excellent, in a super-quiet setting with unbeatable views, perfect for unwinding. The house is beautiful; it has everything! Javier, the owner, was attentive at all times and took excellent care of us. Thank you for everything!

Very pleasant and well-maintained accommodation. Everything you need for a relaxing holiday. Large terrace. Clean pool, but unsuitable for non-swimmers as it is only 1.6 m deep after the stairs. The place is quiet once you get used to the barking of the neighborhood dogs. To access the house, the rental car should not be too large, as the "road" is very narrow and the driveway is also narrow.

We enjoyed our stay, despite the weather being a bit changeable we had a great time. Especially the mini midget golf course was a nice bonus as the water of the pool was still a bit too cold to swim.

Returned after a year and again a fantastic experience!

We were a group of girls travelling for my daughter’s hen. There was 15 of us and we all had a bed each. We stayed in 2 of the villas. The kitchen facilities were great. Outside there is a lovely pool and enough sunbeds for everyone. There is ping pong, basketball and room for other sports.

We have visited many holiday homes, but nowhere were we welcomed as warmly as here. During our stay we were also surprised with nice gifts. The house is spotless and very well equipped and offers a 360° panoramic view. It is the ideal base to visit the many nice attractions in Andalusia. This is an absolute must!

Wonderful place to stay for walking, exploring and immersing in nature.

Great mountain views. House is on the top. Nice pool and seating places outside. Balcony with stunning view. Only downside is steep path leading to house. Lemons and oranges for free. Maria is very friendly, she gave us home made wine as well.

Great place for relax. El Torcal as background. Quality interior. Nice pool. Real fire ( we were given wood for free) . Good communication with owner. Only downside is path leading to house. It takes you approximately 5 minutes by car through Olive gardens, narrow path, no concrete at some parts of it. Local village not very interesting

Super accommodation. Plenty of space both in the house and the garden. 10/10 view of the sea from the terrace. All in all a brilliant place for relaxation.

Great view… wonderful peace and quiet, great house, great and hospitable host who guided us to the house, welcomed us and was always available to answer all our questions. There was even fruit, wine and water as a welcome drink. We will definitely come back.

We had a very pleasant stay in this beautiful rural house, in a very relaxing and peaceful setting, in the middle of the countryside, close to the reservoir and the village of La Viñuela. It's also close to Málaga city, about 50 minutes away, and the coast, about 30 minutes away. The house is well-equipped and furnished, quaint and stylish, and in the middle of the countryside. It has beautiful views, a small pool, and a lovely patio, a comforting place to relax. Anne is an exceptional host, respectful, kind, and attentive to every detail. Her welcome was very special, generous, and attentive. She has cats and dogs on her property next to the house; sometimes the beautiful kittens come to say hello. Access is via a cement and dirt track; it's not easy to navigate, but it's worth it because the house is surrounded by nature.

Magnificent, a 10

An ideal place to relax and enjoy nature.

We felt very comfortable, it was a total disconnection. The beautiful surroundings and the house have everything you need to be on holiday for a few days

House is beautifully situated in the mountains with great views. Once you have driven the last part of the path (short steep part of about 50 meters) you will arrive in a true paradise of peace and comfort.

We enjoyed our stay with friends, the house was complete and the garden and pool lovely. 10 min from a large supermarket in Ronda and 50 min from the camenito del rey further there are beautiful villages in the area.

A lovely location and in immaculately clean condition. It is a mix of modern with a rural setting, which really works. It has lovely private spaces with added benefits of hot and cold A/C which was useful for our visit. Loved the heated pool, with easy to use cover. The views from the outdoor cooking area was lovely. Francisco could not have been more helpful, ensuring it felt like our home from home away on holiday. Loved the house, slightly off road experience to get there but nothing different to other rural houses we have been to before. Will be returning again. Top tip - don’t believe Sat Nav and go down the hill from the house :-)

If you want peace, privacy, space and the most amazing views, Villa ----- delivers! We enjoyed 10 days here and there is not a single thing we would change. It is exactly like the photos! The outside space is great with 4 different areas to enjoy; the Bali bed with views across the pool and to the sea, sun beds to enjoy sea and mountain views, ditto with the outside dining area and finally at the back of the house a lovely area to chill in the shade, with table, chairs and a hammock. To the side of the house there is a built-in BBQ with an outdoor kitchen (sink & worktop) and this is where the washing machine is located. The interior is very spacious with 3 bedrooms, the master with shower en-suite and a family bathroom (with bath) next to the twin and double room. There is air-conditioning throughout, with oil filled radiators for cooler months and a lovely wood burning stove fire in the living room. We enjoyed the massive smart TV in the living room and there is even an Amazon Fire Stick for you to log in to with your own account and watch Netflix etc. There may have been a sound system (highly likely) but it was not something we investigated. Sylvia leaves lots of (English and other languages) books around, so you wont run out of something to read. The kitchen is well equipped and you have everything you are likely to need, full oven and hob, microwave, kettle. There is a decent sized fridge freezer which is handy and allows you to do big grocery shops. There is a coffee percolator and a Dolce Gusto coffee machine. I appreciated the stick/immersion/hand blender which I used quite a bit, a dishwasher likewise. Basic consumables were in the cupboards ready for us, dishwasher tabs, washing detergent, washing up liquid, cling wrap foil etc., as well as a toilet rolls for a few days. Your unsorted rubbish can be placed in any of the bin containers along the roads, which was convenient. The tap water in the area has a high mineral/lime content which may cause stomach upset if you are not used it – no problem, water is sold in all the supermarkets in anything up to 8 litres for only a Euro or so. We found the villa to be immaculately clean. Sylvia obviously has very high standards – well done and thank you Sylvia! Most people will wonder about the access, we certainly did. The honest answer is the last 30-40 metres of so is on a bit of a rocky track so you just have to drive a little tentatively. We managed easily. The driveway of the property is steep, short but steep. We opted not to bring the car down but chose to park at the top of the drive. We are a couple in our early and late 60s, one of us with arthritic knees and we managed fine. This is the price you pay to enjoy the stunning views and Villa ---- must win 1st prize in this regard! If you appreciate nature and walks, its all there, you need not drive anywhere. We walked between 3-5 km every day and each time yielded new discoveries, birds, insects and flowers, all in abundance! Some of the tracks are steep but there are many that are flat for a good part. (If you are into birdwatching you may be interested to know that we saw/heard the following species; Bee-eater, Blue Rock Thrush, Theklas’ Lark, Serin, Sardinian Warbler, Kestrel, Common Redstart, Willow Warbler, Bonelli’s Warbler, Melodious Warbler Black Redstart, Red-rumped Swallow, Stonechat, Crested Lark, Sedge Warble, Subapline Warbler, Sand Martin, Pallid Swift, Common Nightingale, Meadow Pipit and a Yellow Wagtail. All credit to the app Merlin for the identification). Finally, we have to mention Sylvia, our host whom couldn’t have given us a warmer welcome and was friendly and helpful at all times. Thank you Sylvia for a really lovely holiday. We will be back!

A very nice and beautifully situated holiday home. Very complete with nice facilities. A very friendly and helpful owner who responds alertly to your questions.

Great accommodation and facilities! Fantastic garden, pool and facilities. Host Ramon is very helpful and friendly

Cortijo ----- is a lovely spacious holiday home in a fantastic location. The outdoor area is especially great, greenery all around you, birdsong and a beautiful view of the mountains, sometimes even snow-capped (March 2025). The house is very basic, furnishings and facilities (partly) old/outdated, but that is perhaps also the charm of a casa rural. The bed was lovely, the shower excellent and the 5-burner gas stove worked well, the house clean and tidy, so the basic facilities were in order. Although mentioned on the website, the air conditioning in the living room was missing, and with it the heating, and that was sorely missed in the wettest and coldest month of March since 1962. Fortunately, there was a wood stove. Bags of wood available at hardware stores or gas stations (8.50 - 14.00 Euro per bag). With daily heating during a longer stay, that will add up quite a bit. Fortunately, Javier, the sweet and friendly owner, also brought us a basket of wood a few times. And also oranges, grapefruits and mangos from his own orchard. He really did his best to make our stay as pleasant as possible. Unfortunately we were not lucky with the weather but fortunately the sun shone regularly and then Cortijo ---- is truly an idyll.

Great accommodation. A little tricky to find, but once we found it we were blown away by the location. Stunning. Loads of space in and outside the villa, in fact , as there were only 4 of us we felt the space was a little wasted on us. The accommodation was very comfortable, it had everything we needed. You can walk from the property to Frigiliana, it takes 30-40 minutes. It's not a flat walk, there are many steep climbs, but it is a beautiful walk. A good place for families and friends.

The villa was charming with a real traditional Spanish feel and in a beautiful location amongst the fruit and olive trees. The pool was a bit cold when we arrived but after a couple of hot days it warmed up a bit and we enjoyed a swim. The log fire was great for the evenings and it warmed the whole villa. The villa was very clean and the big bed very comfortable. It was a great place to relax and unwind, so we did! I would definitely recommend this villa and would like to visit at the end of summer one year. Sebastián was so kind bringing us loquats and oranges for juicing. We really enjoyed meeting and talking to him about the area, his farm and the birds we saw.

The accommodation is simply fantastic. Accessing it is a bit adventurous.

The accommodation can only be recommended. Everything is true; also what is shown in the pictures.

Are you looking for peace and seclusion with friendly and down-to-earth hosts? Then you have come to the right place. The highlight is the terrace with barbecue, swimming pool and panoramic sea view. I enjoyed meeting you and would love to come back! Honest Dorien

A complete house with everything you need. The location is beautiful but remote (approx. 10 min from Competa by car). Competa itself can be reached from the coast in approx. 30 min. via a very winding road. All in all a fantastic place if you prefer peace and quiet. The view from the terrace is great!

We had a great weekend!

Lovely house with a beautiful view. Everything you need is there. Access road from the main road is a bit adventurous, but we didn't mind. If you are looking for peace and quiet, this is a fantastic location.

A nice place . the dogs in the area is barking

House was great. It is so private and the garden is zo well designed. We will book for next year for sure!

We enjoyed our stay very much. The villa was very clean and facilities amazing. Silvia the owner was always ready to take a text and responded FAST to any questions we had. The villa is in a nice area with local restaurants a short walk away and a lovely bakery where we had breakfast many times. The supermarket was also on the doorstep. If you like walking then the village is a 15 minute walk with many more shops and restaurants and a big Mercadona. We have children and one being just a baby so the cot was all ready and made up when we arrived and two high chairs and we also had the peace of mind of a gate on the pool which we used a lot.

i want to take a moment to thank you for such a wonderful stay at villa arenas . the property was absolutely beautiful and comfortable peaceful , very well maintained. i truly felt at home the owner were so kind welcoming and helpful throughout my stay , i had a lovely time and will carry great memories from my stay i would gladly recommend your villa to friends and hope to return someday myself

We had a fantastic stay at La ------. Helena and Paco kindly let us check in a couple of hours earlier than I'd told them to expect us, and gave us a thorough tour of the property on arrival. The house itself is full of character, with everything we needed, and plenty of room for the 5 of us. Although given the time of year, the water was a little cold, the kids really enjoyed the pool, and the views from the terraces were fabulous. The cats that live around the property come and go, but are very shy around people, and didn't venture into the house at all. I'd recommend taking a car, as it is up quite a steep hill but it's only a couple of minutes drive from La Herradura, which has plenty of shops and restaurants. It is a great base to explore the area, and was an easy hour's drive from both Malaga and Granada. All in all, a great holiday.

We were cold. Space is too big to get that really warm. It was a fantastic house, beautiful view, but in the period February March I will not rent it again so quickly.

We had a lovely time. Location was little out of town but with a car was no problem. Nice and relaxing. Would visit again.

Idealne miejsce dla rodziny

The views, pool and barbecue.

We had a great time. Your hospitality, the villa, the view and the rest. We enjoyed it very much.

A very neat, clean and logical villa in terms of the layout of the rooms, bathrooms and freedom of movement. The managers communicated excellently and treated us very well. The common areas are as described in the advertisement and we had a great experience. We will definitely come back.

Nice house, everything is there. Lovely pool, even in spring. Good communication with owner.

Magnificent views of the mountains, the sea, or the surrounding orchards. High recreational value. Very pleasant and helpful owners, communication via a translation app. Only the last 3 km of the trail pose a slight challenge.

It was great, the house was impressive, the owner was super friendly, my kids enjoyed the pool immensely, I will definitely come back.

We spent 2 weeks in the beautiful house with the breathtaking view. The owners welcomed us very warmly. Communication went smoothly thanks to translation tools. We would especially like to emphasize the excellent equipment of the house: everything was there: spices, coffee/tea, dishwasher tablets, shower gel, body lotion, even bathrobes and there were enough blankets to keep you warm when it was cold outside. We have never experienced anything like that. We also found milk, water, beer and wine in the fridge. We can recommend the house 100% and will definitely come back.

Good location, excellent service

Nice house, beautiful surroundings, very friendly owner

The accommodation had everything you can imagine, it was super clean, we loved it

Beautiful view, some facilities dated.

The house was very clean and well-equipped. The beds were comfortable and the decor lovely. The garden was great…lots of areas to sit, sun or shade and a spectacular view.

Very nice house with nice terraces and a beautiful view of the sea and the hills. The only thing missing are bowls or mugs for breakfast. The access road is in poor condition and needs to be made safer. Make sure you choose a vehicle suitable for the last kilometers! The host and hostess are very friendly!

Beautiful accommodation, close to train station with good links to Cordoba and Seville

Although the accommodation is not directly on a motorway, many areas in Andalusia are still easily accessible. It is a good idea to take some extra time for this, because the country roads are narrow, winding and often poorly paved. We did not have to drive on unpaved roads. Upon arrival at the accommodation you are welcomed by a beautiful new holiday home, which is beyond reproach. We did not mind at all. We enjoyed the peace and quiet and the view of the green landscape. There are not many shopping facilities nearby. It is therefore advisable to take the presence of supermarkets into account during your excursions. In Antequera you will find the usual supermarkets with a wide selection. The hosts are very friendly and helpful and contacted us via WhatsApp. In this way the language barrier was removed. It was a wonderful week in all respects and we can highly recommend the holiday apartment.

For us it was the perfect holiday. Absolute peace, 100% privacy. Well equipped house, we have nothing missing. The landlady is super friendly, but speaks only Spanish.

We had a lovely holiday. The situation was very good for sightseeing and walking. The house was well equipped and comfortable. It had a lovely garden area for relaxing. Josie was a very professional owner.

It was a great place. Beautiful view, beautiful and clean and spacious accommodation. Miguel the host was nice and helpful. The road to get there was easy, drive slowly. Wonderful stay

The house is wonderfully quiet and has a beautiful view. The downside is that you always have to go up and down that mountain, the road is narrow, bumpy and winding. But you get used to it quickly and we knew this in advance. The house itself was very cold and dark (March/April), but we always sat in the conservatory, which was very comfortable with a bit of sun. For cold evenings, an electric heater was placed in the conservatory, and the air conditioning in the bedroom also heats. I would advise staying in the house with a maximum of 4 people during the cold months, as the sofa in the house and in the conservatory are not designed for 6 people. Outside there are also 4 chairs and 4 sun loungers + the large lounger. The supermarkets are closed on Sundays, but a few local shops are open for basic needs. We were able to walk a lot in the area, and visited all kinds of nice places. Carlos, the owner, is fluent with Google translate and despite the language barrier, communication went smoothly. We arrived hours before the agreed time and when we let Carlos know, he arrived immediately and we were allowed into the house. Very flexible. He usually responded quickly on whats-app and a problem with a kettle was solved adequately. We had a great holiday. I already miss my morning coffee in the sun, with the view over the valley and the wonderful smell of the orange blossom.

The area has not let us down yet again. Amazing villa in an amazing place

Beautiful house, very clean. Everything was well arranged

I can recommend the accommodation and the provider.

We find it a very unpleasant and uninviting house. The living room is dark and cold. There is a fireplace, but you have to stay by it. Dangerous to go outside when it is burning. Bad lighting, bad couch, bad shower room, no telephone reception. The owner does not speak a word of English.

A wonderful weekend in good company, the surroundings were beautiful and the hostess was very friendly. The only disadvantage was that there were only two bathrooms with shower downstairs and only one bathroom (without shower) upstairs for all the bedrooms. There is no more space, but that should be indicated in the description so that we know what we are getting into.

To reach this gem you have to travel 1.2 km on a dirt road, which takes about 8 minutes. However, this was no problem. We had a large bus with 9 seats. We liked the view, the peace and the layout of the property so much that we would have liked to stay longer.

Everthing okay

VERY GOOD EXPERIENCE WITH FRIENDS, THE HOUSE WITH POOL, BARBECUE AND CLOSE TO THE CITY AND SIGHTS

Unfortunately, the weather wasn't pleasant for the first two weeks, but there's nothing you can do about it. Otherwise, the stay was very pleasant. More needs to be said about access to the house. Getting there will be difficult without a larger car.

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Great view! Beautiful villa! Super friendly and helpful owner!

fantastic place with lots of space around the house. table tennis table is nice. Despite the disappointing weather 6 wonderful weeks. Owner (Miguel and Lupe) were very involved, nice and fast communication,.

We returned for the third year, the accommodation is very well maintained, our hosts are extremely charming and always caring; we will return.

A super nice house, great beds, with a nice pool and many possibilities to sit outside. In a beautiful location, so quiet and with a fantastic view. But also in Torrox or at the beach. And nice places nearby. Only the way up was a bit of a challenge, but we got used to that quickly. We were there for more than 4 weeks, and really regretted having to go home again. The owner 'Manuel' is super friendly and helpful. When we arrived there was a bowl of delicious fruit ready and a welcome package. The communication via Translate was also great. We look back on a great time in this beautiful part of Spain.

Good location near the water and the town of Torrox. The outdoor area is very nice but, the unusual rainy weather we had did not allow us to enjoy it much. There is an apartment above, and when this unit is occupied, there is some noise from the occupants.

We spent four weeks here, the weather was the worst, wettest four weeks in Spanish history since 1929. Even so we enjoyed our holiday immensely. We had some of Paco’s home grown produce and avocados from the trees. Would happily return.

The owners were kind and attentive and dealt with any requests quickly and in a hassle free manner. The accommodation had everything we needed.

The experience at this house was fantastic, and the owner was amazing! We were a group of friends and had a great time. The views from the house are incredible, and the access to the house is also convenient. We will definitely stay there again.

Great stay! Very responsive host, nice peaceful place to stay with a great view. Plenty of parking space and a Lidl just around the corner which was very convenient. Beds were very comfortable too!

Absolutely Wonderful experience, house was brought in to the perfection. Never been in such a clean conditions specially comparing to the hotels. Everything was in and around the house,if we don’t want to we’ll don’t have to leave the house for all week. Kids was spending hours every day in lovely,clean and Heated swimming pool. Play area was excellent,poll table,soccer table,ping pong table,trampoline,swing and everything else kept kids entertained all the time. The Host absolutely a gentleman. Definitely we will comeback in the near future too the same place. Strongly recommend. Thank you for such a wonderful experience in Andalusia for my family.

I had no problems with the property, just getting there. The first evening I couldn't find my way in the dark and had to hike through the mountains for two hours. The owners rescued me from a difficult situation and drove me back to the house in my rental car. They were very friendly and helpful.

We enjoyed the house and the surroundings

We spent a whole month in this beautiful house and were absolutely delighted! 🌿🏡 The view is simply stunning: the valley, the sea, the mountains… like a postcard every day. The hosts, Montse and Antonio, were incredibly kind and helpful and took excellent care of us. The house itself is spacious, cozy, and superbly equipped: there really is everything you need for a comfortable stay. A perfect place to enjoy nature, especially in the warmer months. However, if you come in winter, there are a few things to keep in mind. The house is located in the mountains above Frigiliana, and temperatures here are a few degrees cooler than on the coast. At times, we were literally on cloud nine while the sun shone down below. There is no central heating, but there is a wood-burning stove and an electric radiator. We stocked up on warm clothes and spent cozy evenings by the fire. However, this house is a true paradise for anyone seeking peace, stunning nature, and spectacular views. We're so grateful to Montse and Antonio for their hospitality and attentiveness. If you love the mountains and fresh air, this is the perfect place for you! 💛

Everything is fine

This rental accommodation is ideal for lovers of nature and human contact.

The house, the pool, the owners. EVERYTHING perfect!