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A tranquil jewel in the Andalucian countryside with beautiful gardens.

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2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, free WiFi
TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
Reviews
9.4

Exceptional

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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 490 sq m

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AL, Sayalonga, Malaga
  • Popular LocationBalcon de Europa39 min drive
  • AirportMálaga (AGP)60 min drive
  • Popular LocationEl Morche Beach69 min drive
  • Popular LocationPlaya en Torrox Costa72 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

A tranquil jewel in the Andalucian countryside with beautiful gardens.

The villa is an independent holiday home with complete privacy, adjacent to the owner's home.

It is approximately 30 minutes from the coast and 50 minutes from Malaga airport.

Finca Almendra nestles in the tranquility of the foothills of the Sierra Tejeda Natural Park, one of Spain’s prime walking regions and overlooks the delightful white village of Sayalonga.

Following considerable improvements in September 2021 the 3.5km access road from Sayalonga is mostly concreted.

Local Amenities: Sayalonga has a bus service, shops, chemist, post office, restaurants, bars and public swimming pool. The typical Andalusian plaza where there is a Friday market and is a perfect spot to sit with a drink and watch the world go by!

We are flexible with our rental start dates to enable guests to take advantage of lower cost midweek flights.

Property manager

Chris and Bob Bradley

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Ski

  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Fenced private pool
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Single level property
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the mountains
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Bicycles on site
  • Boat on site
  • Golf on site
  • Kayak on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 1 unit
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Grey water recycling system
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 969 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs are available on request at the property

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses a grey water recycling system
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation
A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Tranquil Jewel Andalucian Countryside Beautiful Gardens Villa
Tranquil Jewel Andalucian Countryside Beautiful Gardens
Tranquil Jewel Andalucian Countryside Beautiful Gardens Villa
Tranquil Jewel Andalucian Countryside Beautiful Gardens Villa
Tranquil Jewel Andalucian Countryside Beautiful Gardens

About the neighborhood

Sayalonga

Located in Sayalonga, this villa is in a rural area and by the sea. Bodegas Bentomiz and Bodegas Almijara are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Capilla del Agua and Aquavelis Water Park. Traveling with kids? Consider Karting del Sol, or check out an event or a game at Indoor Padel Club Velez Malaga. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and snorkeling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain climbing and hiking/biking trails.
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What's nearby

  • Bodegas Bentomiz - 20 min drive
  • Balcon de Europa - 39 min drive
  • El Morche Beach - 69 min drive
  • Playa en Torrox Costa - 72 min drive
  • Burriana Beach - 76 min drive

Getting around

  • Malaga Airport (AGP) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • Bar Cerezo - 17 min drive
  • Mesón Morisco - 14 min drive
  • bar Juanete - 15 min drive
  • Bodegas Bentomiz - 20 min drive
  • Taberna Teteria Hierbabuena - 20 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does A tranquil jewel in the Andalucian countryside with beautiful gardens. have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is A tranquil jewel in the Andalucian countryside with beautiful gardens. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at A tranquil jewel in the Andalucian countryside with beautiful gardens.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A tranquil jewel in the Andalucian countryside with beautiful gardens.?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is A tranquil jewel in the Andalucian countryside with beautiful gardens. located?

Located by the sea, this family-friendly villa is within 6 mi (10 km) of Los Arcos, Fuente Árabe, and Bentomiz Castle. City Council of Arenas and Bodegas Bentomiz are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

helen e.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful and tranquil, the true essence of Spain and it's countryside
Well what can I say, we have just returned from a week at Finca Almendra staying in Chris & Bob's beautiful adjacent villa to their beautiful home. After a 'teeny tiny bit startling' 3 km winding, multiple hair pin bend part dirt/part concrete road to the villa - without Bob's clear instructions prior to embarking on the journey and his road signs every other bend - confirming that indeed you are on the right track!! - we probably would have turned around. BUT the journey is worth it. Just a note - when hiring a car make sure it is indeed a slightly bigger car not the basic small hire car - something that has slightly higher ground clearance but definitely NOT an automatic handbrake. You want a normal handbrake to give you peace of mind when navigating the track. The villa itself is just lovely, beautiful peaceful gardens, captivating views and really warm and friendly hosts that respect your privacy but are on hand for anything should you need them. I will say we had grand plans to do our usual thing and see and cram as much as possible in - we definitely wanted to climb Maroma and visit Granada and the palace - neither of which we managed because we were too busy relaxing. I did 'complain' that there was something in the water because we never woke before 08.00am and felt thoroughly rested. What we did do was explore the close area visiting nearby towns and walking, with the help of a fabulous walking book which I picked upon Amazon - 'Walk Costa Del Sol Axarquia by Charles Davis' along with it's map as the map has all the walks printed on it to go with the book. We did do number 4, 7, 12, 19 (which is the circular walk from the doorstep) walk 26 - all the walks gave us a flavour of rural Andalucia and the stunning beauty of the area. The weather was kind to us - very warm during the day but a chill when the sun went down, really good for October. Our unfinished itinerary means we now have a valid reason to definitely go back to a beautiful corner of the world and conquer unfinished business! To finish - thank you to Chris & Bob for sharing your lovely home with us, for your kind hospitality.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Shaun C., London

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Summer holiday with the kids
Thank you to Chris and Bob for allowing us to stay at this little gem. We wanted a place to take our kids to relax and unwind before they returned to school and it was the perfect spot. After overcoming the tricky road to get to the Villa you are met with this lovely house and amazing views. The kids (aged 5 &6) wasted no time jumping into the pool which you will have sole use of while you are here. The villa has all you need to make your stay comfortable and we particularly enjoyed the private terrace outside where we could have a BBQ in the evening while the sun went down. We did spend time exploring the surrounding areas and there are some nice beaches in Torrox and Algorrobo just a short drive away. The kids loved the be able to swim in the sea but ultimately the best day they had was the Aquavelis water park in Torre Del Mar. We spent the entire afternoon there as there is so much for them to do. We did a bit of sight seeing in near bye Nerja and the caves which was an amazing experience, but its very popular so book ahead of time to guarantee your entry time. We finished off our stay with a catamaran cruise recommended by Bob and its was the perfect way to end the holiday, with amazing sunsets views. Definitely recommended by us. After our busy days it was nice to come home with the adults relaxing around the pool and the kids not wanting to get out of the pool. The fans in the rooms provided where a life saver, we had some hot weather and the fans made it comfortable to sleep at night. All in all, we really wanted to stay longer than a week but a big thank you to Chris and Bob for their hospitality and recommendations. It was everything we had wished for.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Joanne M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Home Away From Home!
We spent a lovely 8 days at Finca Almendra. After navigating the track for the first time we arrived at the villa and were immediately able to drop our bags and enjoy the pool area and beautiful views of the late afternoon. We had stocked up with groceries on the way to the property so we filled the large fridge with provisions and also enjoyed the homemade loaf which had been left in the villa for us. The kids enjoyed the games and lego and often spent time indoors when the sun was at its hottest. There is good shade around the pool, consisting of two large sun shades and four loungers which can be moved to take advantage of the natural shade of the trees. Chris and Bob are very discreet and gave us lots of privacy even though the pool area is right in front of their part of the property. They were available for advice and a chat when needed and otherwise we had our own space. They didn't seem to mind at all when the kids made loud noise playing around the pool!! Bob is particularly useful for local info and ideas of where to visit and local events. We enjoyed lots of community events in Sayalonga during our stay in mid - late August. From a practical point of view, the villa is well equipped and anything else you need can be easily purchased at the local supermarkets. There are ample towels for use in the bathroom but you should bring your own pool towels for use outdoors. We used the fans during the nighttime as it was very hot when we stayed, the kids seemed to cope fine with that and if the shutters are open, there is enough air flowing through to get a good night's sleep. There is a beautiful breakfast terrace which we used every morning for our coffee and pastries. When we ate lunch and dinner we used the indoor table and stored all bread and food well wrapped up or in the fridge to make sure the ants weren't attracted to come in! Overall a great experience and would recommend for anyone looking for a quiet, away from it all holiday, not too far from the coast. Chris and Bob are excellent hosts. We must also mention the gardens which are absolutely immaculate and must take a lot of maintenance and attention to keep in such good order.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Clive C.

Liked: Cleanliness
A view like no other!
We had a lovely holiday - the villa is absolutely spotless and has everything you could ever need. The swimming pool is fab and the view is unbelievable! Sayalonga is the perfect Spanish village, with a lovely square and great restaurants. Chris and Bob were fantastic and the star of the show was their little dog Chicca!!!

10/10 Excellent

david w.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best Holiday Ever!
We had an amazing and much needed holiday. Chris, Bob and Chica are fantastic hosts. The villa is attached to Chris and Bobs home, they are always on hand/ contactable if needed. They respect your privacy, unlike Chica who will run into your villa, jump up on the couch and demand a belly rub (no problem at all). The dirt road was a bit tricky on the first attempt but soon you’ll find that you time yourself and try to set a personal record (10mins for me). The area is beautiful and you will not be disturbed. Saylonga is the nearest town and is picturesque. Some nice wee restaurants in the square which we visited a few times. And there’s a husky pup which sits in one of he newsagents on the main road. Definitely worth a look. I can’t remeber the name of the beaches we visited but they were small coves with only a handful of people on each beach. Unsure as to whether or not they were nuddy beaches, so go with an open mind. Thanks again to Chris and Bob for their advice and recommendationsC and for their hospitality and company on the last night. 11/11
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Julie H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing holiday in stunning scenery
We have just returned from a lovely holiday at Finca Almendra. The setting is stunning, with views through the mountains to the sea, lemon and olive trees, and many flowers and birds. We were given a warm and friendly welcome from the hosts, who assisted us fully with directions, activity ideas and anything else we needed! We enjoyed sole use of the pool and found all we needed in the homely and comfortable villa. We visited the Alhambra in Granada, the coast, caves and did a river walk up a gorge. We got used to the windy and often unmade track from Sayalonga to the house as it traverses the mountains. This meant that we felt "away from it all" once back at the peaceful villa at the end of the day. A warm and relaxing holiday with lovely hosts and stunning scenery.

10/10 Excellent

Christopher J.

A week at the wonderful Finca Almendra
A holiday at the Finca Almendra is very special for two key reasons: Firstly the Finca itself and its stunning location. The Finca is comfortable and well equipped. It has a decent sized swimming pool set within magnificent surroundings.It is also graced with beautiful, well maintained gardens. Secondly, the owners Chris and Bob are such kind, helpful and friendly people that they must be mentioned in their own right. Bob went out of his way to meet us at Sayalonga when we first arrived as it was quite late in the evening and he was concerned about us finding the place safely (there is a rather tortuous track leading to Finca Almendra).They were both very helpful re. suggesting which places to visit ands where to park etc. At the end of the week it felt like saying goodbye to friends. We had a great week and thoroughly recommend a stay at the Finca Almendra
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Alison m.

Wonderful relaxing holiday
We have recently returned from this wonderful villa. Chris and Bob -you made us feel very welcome and your local knowledge helped us to make the most of our visit. We saw a lot of places we wouldn't have visited with out your recommendations -so thank you very much. Your villa is beautiful and clean and we enjoyed using the pool on the days we didn't venture out. The scenery from the villa is beautiful and we thoroughly enjoyed our evenings sitting on the terrace with a glass of wine. We very much hope that we will see you again xx

10/10 Excellent

Daniela P., Hamburg

Cozy "villa" as part of a fantastic finca, beautiful surroundings, very friendly owners
This was a really wonderful place to relax and enjoy the Andalusian landscape apart from and yet close enough to all the touristy spots of Costa del Sol. We enjoyed our stay at the cozy "villa" of beautiful Finca Almendra surrounded by a lovely mediterranean garden in full spring blossom - due to perfect weather we also took advantage of the nice pool area with a stunning view to the coast. The owners were very friendly and helpful - they made us feel welcome and home right away. Staying at the villa we were able to cook our own meals and have barbecue but thrtexare also nuce restaurants in a 15 minutes reach by car. The region holds a lot of opportunities to go hiking right from the fincas rim, to visit nice places like typical "white villages", wellknown coast towns at the Costa del Sol or great cities with magnificent historical sites like Granada. We can really recommend the place!
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2017

10/10 Excellent

Tom W.

Perfect, peaceful, picturesque
Lovely villa, great views of the hills and the sea beyond. Clean well appointed villa, lots of different outside places to sit and read, watch the views.
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2016