We travelled with 3 adults and 3 young children (under 3) and we arrived late in the evening. We were met by Emily who was in communication with us from the time we landed and had turned the a/c on (lovely) and showed us around. The villa was immaculately clean and a welcome pack was provided. We really didnt need to take anything with us. Childrens gates, high chair, booster seats and travel cot, and lots of toys for pool and beach were available. There were plently of towels for bath and beach. Emily even provided electronic mosquito devices, which were a very nice gesture.
The downstairs living area was open plan and lovely decorated. Beds were comfortable and bathrooms were clean with hairdryers in all 3. Outdoor area downstairs was small and overlooked, but had plently of seating and was nice to sit out in in the morning for breakfast nonetheless. The roof terrace was private, large and a lovely area to have our evening meals or drinks. There was a little more of a view of the mountains. The roof had sun chairs and lounge chairs for some peaceful reading/sunning. The only downside to the villa was the marble stair cases, which although looked lovely were a little steep for my young children, but manageable.
The villa was a 3 minute walk to the beach which at the end of September we had to ourselves. There were plently of umbrellas and chairs to hire. The pool was just next to the beach and was clean and there were toilets/shower facilities available (again we had it to ourselves). There were no chairs available in the pool complex. Large Supermarkets were about a 5 minute walk across from the complex. Bars, restaurants, coffee/evening hang outs were all within easy walking distance along the beach promenade (about a 10-15minute easy walk). Marbella old town about 30-40minute easy walk.
The urbanisation was very quiet and felt safe at all times. The nice thing was that it is far away from the hustle, but close enough to still be able to walk everywhere or get a taxi (we never took a taxi as we enjoyed walking).
My husband plays golf and there were plently of options at all price ranges all within <1 hour drive.
From the initial contact, all communication with Stephen, Karen and Emily was quick, informative and responsive. Anything we needed was quickly organised. Emily or her network can also provide babysitting (which was a welcome bonus).
We really had a lovely time at the villa and would definitely recommend
