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HOME FROM HOME, EASY WALKING DISTANCE TO BARS, RESTAURANTS, SHOPS & THE BEACH.

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Beach nearby, sun-loungers, beach towels
Miscellaneous
Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Terrace/patio
Point of interest

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6175 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Gym
    Gym
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space

About this property

Entire place

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

HOME FROM HOME, EASY WALKING DISTANCE TO BARS, RESTAURANTS, SHOPS & THE BEACH.

A magnificent private detached villa with a south facing orientation in the lower part of Calahonda, which is a very safe and quiet area both by day and night. Conveniently located right on the coast and nestled between Fuengirola and Marbella, Calahonda is one of the largest property developments on the Costa del Sol and is incredibly popular with European tourists and expats.
Calahonda is also in a great position to easily access the many local amenities and beautiful beaches of the Costa del Sol and is perfect for a family Spanish villa holiday.
Malaga Airport is normally just a half hour drive away and with 10 superb golf courses all within a ten kilometre radius, Calahonda truly is the perfect villa holiday destination!
Our villa is in a very well established urbanisation / community, and many of these properties now have their own small pools. Luckily for us, this leaves us with a beautiful, safe, well maintained and under used12 metre pool in the large garden, which is shared by a small number of properties. The pool area is easily accessible through our garden gate, and is less than 20 metres away from the villa door. It is not unusual that you will enjoy "exclusive" use of the pool, even in the high season!
The villa has a private garden with a south facing terrace that overlooks directly onto the pool, and is ideal for sunbathing, barbecues and al fresco dining. The terraced garden is accessed from the patio doors of the living room, the master bedroom and kitchen. The property is on three levels, (split levels) the lower level is the terrace and large living room and the middle level is the contemporary dining room with its own doors leading out to the small west facing terrace and the fully equipped modern kitchen The three large bedrooms and bathrooms are on the upper level. Access to the property is from the road via the carport, access to the villa is down a flight of exterior steps to the entrance door and terrace area. Hence we do not recommend the villa as suitable for the elderly, disabled and wheelchair users.
A rental car is not essential, but is recommended. However there are regular buses to Fuengirola and Marbella on the main A7 road every half hour, early till late.
Numerous restaurants, bars, minimarkets, supermarkets, shops, banks, pharmacy, medical centre, dentist, gym, car hire, tennis / paddle courts and the Siesta golf 9 hole course are all within a 5 or 10 minutes easy walk from the villa.
It takes leisurely 15 minutes to walk down to the beautiful Luna Beach, of Calahonda.
and about 20 minutes to walk to the beautiful Marina at Cabopino.
It normally takes about 15 minutes to drive to Marbella.
It normally takes about 20 minutes to drive to Puerto Banús.
It normally takes about 30 minutes to drive to Malaga airport.
It normally takes around 2 hours to drive up to the Sierra Nevada, ski resort.
It normally takes around 2 hours to drive to either Seville or Granada.
It normally takes around 90 minutes to drive along the coast to Gibraltar.
It also normally takes around 90 minutes to drive inland to Ronda and almost the same to the incredible Caminito del Rey, to walk through the famous gorge at El Choro.
Please note that all stated drive times are of course just a guide, and are traffic conditions dependant on the day!

Facilities:-
GENERAL
Air conditioning hot and cold, wood burning fireplace, free high speed Wi-Fi, internet, washing machine, iron and ironing board, bed linen and towels, beach towels, hairdryers, barbecue, independent fans, covered carport and outdoor security lighting.
KITCHEN
Induction hob, oven with grill, choice of coffee makers, a wide range of kitchen utensils, pots and pans, dishwasher, large American fridge / freezer with ice maker and filtered chilled water, (there is no need to buy water) microwave, toaster, kettle, plenty of crockery and cutlery, everything you might need.
DINING ROOM
Modern dining room with seating for up to eight people.
LIVING ROOM
Two large, modern Bo Concept sofas, a leather reclining chair, a large coffee table, wood burning fireplace, air conditioning, satellite TV (with many UK channels).
BEDROOMS: - 3
Bedroom 1: An extra large super king size bed with bedside tables, en-suite bathroom , large wardrobe, chest of drawers, mirror, air conditioning, safe and patio doors leading to the terrace, radio and CD player
Bedroom 2: A large double bed (which can be converted to two single beds (upon request) with bedside tables, a large wardrobe, chest of drawers, mirror and air conditioning.
Bedroom 3: Two large single beds, bed side table, mirror, chest of drawers, clothes rail and air conditioning.
BATHROOMS: -2
One en- suite with large bath, vanity table with washbasin, WC and shower over the bath.
House bathroom with vanity unit with sink, toilet and shower.

ENTERTAINMENT
Satellite TV with over 1000 channels, around 500 English channels, including BBC, ITV, Channel 4 Channel 5 and Sky Sports 1,2,3,4,5 and F1, and a DVD player
A large electric awning over the terrace, comfortable rattan garden furniture (a sofa, two chairs, two luxury tilting sunbeds and a coffee table), there are also 4 more sunbeds, a outside dining table and six chairs, a gas barbecue grill and two more parasols.
There is a magnificent 12 metre "shared" pool with a beautiful garden area and more sun loungers and parasols (the pool is directly in front of the villa, just 20 metres from the garden gate). There are outdoor garden lights, trees and plants around the perimeter of the terrace, and a small storage room that houses the washing machine. There is also a large cushion box to store the out door furniture cushions.

A HOME GYM
In the backyard there is a large, well-equipped, private and air-conditioned gym.
Equipment includes an elliptical trainer, a rowing machine and a weight bench. There is satellite TV and stereo music system inside the gym.

SUITABILITY
The property is not wheelchair accessible. The split-level design is not suitable for elderly or disabled people!
However, it is suitable for children (and a cot is available on request)

SWIMMING POOL
The beautiful, secure and safe 12 metre shared swimming pool and the magnificent large gardens and sun loungers are less than 20 metres from our garden gate and can be accessed directly from our private terrace.

LOCAL ATTRACTIONS
Too many to mention, including along the waters edge the Senda Litoral (the new boardwalk) from Cabopino to La Cala, many beautiful blue flag beaches along the way. Plus many chiringuito's, bars, restaurants, banks, shops, parks, marina's, gym, tennis courts, Marbella old town and not forgetting some of the best golf courses in Spain..

You may also view our villa and contact us on our Facebook page at "Casa Martine Calahonda"

Martine & Phill look forward to welcoming you to "Casa Martine" very soon!

Property manager

Martine and Phill

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool loungers

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking options include a carport

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Freezer
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster
  • Water dispenser

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 private bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • CD player
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Printer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Elliptical machine
  • Golf
  • Gym
  • Snow sports gear
  • Tennis
  • Water park
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Outdoor lighting
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Garden
  • Property located in a resort
  • Solar energy
  • Unit size: 1,884 square feet
  • Water dispenser

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 30

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

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

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses solar energy
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, outdoor lighting and a deadlock
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
Property Registration Number VFT/MA/009282

We should mention

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

About the area

Map
Mijas Costa, Malaga

What's nearby

  • Playa de Calahonda - Calahonda - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Playa de Calahonda - Riviera - 6 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Miraflores Golf Club - 8 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Cabopino Beach - 9 min drive - 3.6 km
  • La Cala Golf - 17 min drive - 12.6 km

Getting around

  • Fuengirola Station - 22 min drive
  • Málaga (AGP) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Max Beach - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Miel y Nata - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Da Bruno a Cabopino - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Da Vinci - ‬20 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does HOME FROM HOME, EASY WALKING DISTANCE TO BARS, RESTAURANTS, SHOPS & THE BEACH. have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is HOME FROM HOME, EASY WALKING DISTANCE TO BARS, RESTAURANTS, SHOPS & THE BEACH. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at HOME FROM HOME, EASY WALKING DISTANCE TO BARS, RESTAURANTS, SHOPS & THE BEACH.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at HOME FROM HOME, EASY WALKING DISTANCE TO BARS, RESTAURANTS, SHOPS & THE BEACH.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is HOME FROM HOME, EASY WALKING DISTANCE TO BARS, RESTAURANTS, SHOPS & THE BEACH. located?

Situated by the sea, this villa is within a 15-minute walk of Club del Sol Tennis Club and La Siesta Golf Club. Playa de Calahonda - Calahonda and Cabopino Golf Marbella are also within 1 mile (2 km).

HOME FROM HOME, EASY WALKING DISTANCE TO BARS, RESTAURANTS, SHOPS & THE BEACH. Reviews

Reviews

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Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kelly M.

Liked: Cleanliness
A wonderful family villa
We’ve just come back from a wonderful two weeks at the villa. The villa was perfect for us with 2 teenage boys, aged 13!and 15. The villa is spacious (inside and out), extremely comfortable and well equipped with everything we needed and more. The beds are super comfy, it was like being at home and the air conditioning was amazing especially in the August temperatures. The fridge with filtered water and ice was ideal and saved us a lot on mineral water! We made good use of the beach towels, cool box, ice packs, beach umbrellas, beach games / lilos too. The outside terrace is lovely and spacious, and ideal for alfresco dining and relaxing in the evenings. The pool is excellent - a good size and plenty of loungers and shade. Although shared it was very quiet even in August and we often had it to ourselves. The villa is well located and a 10 minute walk to some lovely restaurants, bars and a couple of small grocery shops. We did use the car a little more than we intended, but mainly because it was too hot to walk to the beach and it was great to explore the area. There are some lovely beaches within a short drive 5-10 minute away, and there are also a number of excellent golf courses nearby. The famous resorts are close by and we also visited the waterpark in Torremolinos which was a fantastic family day out. A big thank you to Phil and Martine who are superb hosts and were so helpful right from the outset, and to Angela and John who were always on hand during our stay.
Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Helen W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable property with a pretty terrace.
The property is in a convenient location, walking distance to shops, restaurants & beach…downhill going uphill coming back! For golfers there is a nine hole golf course just up the road with a lovely club house with great sea views and a good restaurant. There are courses nearby;La Cala & Cabopino were both excellent The house is well equipped with comfortable beds and a pleasant lounge area. There is a great fridge in the kitchen with the bonus of an ice maker. Outside there is a pretty terrace which is south facing where you can enjoy the sunshine even in February. Our thanks to Angela & her husband who were so helpful and on hand if we needed anything. Superb hosts Phil & Martime whose communication was second to none.
Stayed 21 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

marcus L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home
We loved our stay. Perfect for 2 couples and felt like we had a private pool almost everyday. Everything was explained before and checkin was perfect. It is obviously a much loved home and had everything we needed including great air con, comfy beds and filtered water, perfect for the very hot days. Angela was super helpful when we had a problem with the alarm. It was a little further away from bars and restaurants than we thought however, the walk was easy and taxis and buses really easy to get to. It’s near to many of the famous resorts. We loved Mijas and a fab restaurant called el oceana, both recommended by the owner It really had the wow factor and would return. Thanks for sharing your beautiful home
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

anthony G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect stay
Phill and Martine were very helpful from the moment we booked to leaving the villa,Angela was also helpful when we needed to contact her. The villa had everything that you need and even small things in the kitchen were available which saved us money from buying There are also cool boxes for the beach and umbrellas which are a godsend in August The pool is excellent and although shared this was often empty or not busy. Looking forward to coming again Thanks Phill -Martine-Angela and John
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Catherine C., Isle of Man

Liked: Cleanliness
Home from home!
We loved our stay at Phill & Martine's beautiful stunning homely villa! We cannot fault anything at all! It was our 1st holiday abroad since Covid struck & having stayed in the same area exactly 3 years ago we wanted a familiar holiday, the place we stayed last time wasn't coming up so we opted to stay here, & my goodness we were so happy we stumbled across this villa! & we will definitely be coming back! The villa is just perfect, very comfortable, peaceful & extremely private. We came at Christmas & New Year time for 12 nights, we were so lucky with the weather which was a bonus. The villa is fully equipped with everything you need at home, including a good washing machine & the fridge was amazing with filtered water & ice on tap & there is a beautiful lemon tree (which we "borrowed" a fresh lemon for our homemade sangria 😉) the bed is so comfortable, the TV has good channels & the sofas are very comfortable, the shower very powerful. It is about a 10 mins walk from a good bar & a string of restaurants, 5 mins drive to the supermarkets & close to nice tourist & local spots in the car but I believe the bus is good too. The "boardwalk" is about a 20 minutes walk to where if you like walking is stunning along the coast with good bars & restaurants along the way, bit of a hill back up "home" but plenty of places to have a rest on the way back up! (I'm just recovering from a back injury & learning to walk again properly & it was fine for me plus there's a good friendly pub at the top of the hill to look forward to! Haha) We would recommend here for a good night out, pool tables, sport on TV & very friendly (we spent our New Years Eve night, we felt like locals!) plus the Italian restaurant called Pepperoni was so good! Finally we would like to say a big thank you to Martine & Phill, they were excellent hosts from the start of our booking to the end when we got home, they helped with everything that we asked of them & we highly recommend this property & we will definitely be back when we visit the area again 😊
Stayed 12 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Exceptional Villa, in a fantastic location
Quite simply the best Villa we have stayed in. Phil and Martine have thought of everything to make sure you have a great holiday with all the comforts of home in a luxuriously appointed villa. They went out of their way to make sure we knew everything we needed to have a lovely time. Wonderful garden and terrace with a superb, large, seldom used, swimming pool through a gate at the bottom of the garden. Very safe and secure. Location is excellent, lovely and quiet, yet a 5 minute stroll from bars and restaurants and just a 5 minute drive to the commercial centres with excellent supermarkets. Lots to do close by and only 15-20 minutes drive from Marbella and the delights of the old town. We loved it and cant' wait to go back.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Anne W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Balcon Dr Tenis
Wonderful holiday at this beautiful villa and amazing pool. Thanks for all your help Phill and Martine.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

MRS JULIE SCHOFIELD

Beautiful villa
We would like to thank Phill and Martine for allowing us to share their beautiful villa. There was loads of space for our party of 6. My children loved going to the pool everyday and it is a lot bigger than we imagined. The location is very quiet and relaxing. Restaurants and mini market are only 9 mins walk from the villa.It has been the most relaxing hoildays we have had. If we decide to holiday in Calahonda in the future we won't hesitate to get in touch. Thanks again Julie & gang.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Catherine H.

Luxury Villa
We have just returned from our 2 week holiday spent at this beautiful villa, we cannot praise it enough. We are a family of 4 including 2 teenagers and the villa was superb, a home from home with lots of luxuries. Excellent WiFi, aircon, Sat TV, sound bar for playing your music, very comfy beds, coffee machine, wonderful outdoor seating area and fantastic pool which we virtually had to ourselves. Phill and Martine were a pleasure to deal with from the moment we booked until we returned from our holiday. There are great restaurants within a 10 minute walk, Tapavinos and Da Vinci our favourite (would recommend booking Tapavinos). Within a 20 minute drive you can visit Marbella, P.Banus and Mijas village is a must. We would thoroughly recommend this villa and hope to return in the not too distant future.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

andrew g.

Lovely villa in a beautiful setting
Lovely property that is so well looked after both inside and outside. All bedrooms were really comfortable with air conditioning, and it is very well equipped for eating both inside and out. We explored the area around Calahonda Malaga and Marbella and it was always a joy to come back to the villa and it's fabulous communal pool. Club de Sol is just around the corner so we enjoyed games of tennis and there are 2 excellent tapas bars within walking distance that we would highly recommend.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Another brilliant stay
Yet again, everything you could want in a villa. Looking forward to coming back next year! The local restaurants were brilliant and only 5 mins walk. - we would recommend Tapavino A&C
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

paul m.

Amazing Villa
We had an amazing holiday in this beautiful villa. the villa is equipped with everything you require for your stay, although the pool is shared with other properties there was never anyone in it so it was like having your own personal pool. Calla Honda is very hilly so would not be good for people with walking difficulties, Oue age range was 21-55 we did not hire a car and managed OK. The beach over the blue bridge is nice however If you walk towards the marina the beach there called Cabopino beach is really lovely. there are also lots of lovely restaurants within walking distance. Phil and Martine are great and we would definatly hire the villa again
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Lisa-Jean M.

Truly Amazing Villa & Hosts !
We recently stayed at the villa for 12 days. It was simply perfect. The villa is in a great location in a quiet residential area with only a short walk to shops, many great restaurants (try Brogart's and the Jammy Olive,our favorites) and two grocery stores. We knew from the moment we arrived we had chosen something very special. The villa is very well appointed and there was nothing we needed that was not provided. The décor is modern yet comfortable, very welcoming with a hint of luxurious. The pride that Martine & Phill take in the entire property is very apparent. Travelling with 5 people the split level layout of the villa was also perfect, the living area is at the front which allowed early risers to enjoy beautiful sunny mornings on the very spacious and stunning patio overlooking the well maintained gardens and pool without disturbing those that like to sleep late. The kitchen had all amenities and we enjoyed cooking many meals in the comfort of the villa, which was relaxing after long days sightseeing. Martine & Phill were absolutely fantastic hosts. From the moment of our first inquiry they graciously answered all of our questions, provided step by step instructions for the booking and even contacted us once we had arrived to ensure everything was in order. Upon our return home the security deposit was refunded much faster than I had anticipated, which was one more assurance we had selected the right villa. We would highly, highly recommend renting this home and we are sure that you will enjoy working with Martine & Phill as mush as we did. Sincerely, Lisa & family (Canada)
Stayed 12 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Malcolm W.

Excellent Villa!
We have recently returned from a wonderful holiday in this spacious, luxurious, well equipped villa. The owners - Martine and Phill - could not have been more helpful in arranging the booking and in providing a wealth of useful information to make our holiday most enjoyable. The villa is well furnished, spotless and catered for our every need. Excellent showers, comfortable beds, well equipped kitchen, so much space to sunbathe on the terrace outside - and even access to UK television channels. The 12 metre communal swimming pool is only a few yards away, and was seldom used by holidaymakers in the adjacent villas - it was effectively our own private pool! The villa is situated in a lovely quiet residential neighbourhood, yet is only a 10-15 minute walk away from a good choice of restaurants, bars, supermarkets, pharmacy etc. We cannot recommend this property enough! Excellent accommodation and excellent value!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

LYNN C.

Lovely villa perfect location
We have just had 10 perfect days staying in this lovely villa, the facilities and location had everything we wanted. We spent lazy afternoons by the pool, which was lovely and clean and the gardens were very pretty. We had barbecues on the Terrace which had all you need for relaxing over a glass or two. The villa is done very tasteful, and the kitchen is better equipped than home ! The location is great for beaches, pretty villages, busy resorts and people watching in little restaurants in old Marbella. Martine and Phill are very helpful and nothing is to much trouble. We definitely will go back ...
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Keith E.

Fantastic property for a relaxing chill-out holiday in the sun
From the initial enquiry about availability of the villa through to booking confirmation, and then during the period before we departed for Spain communication with the property owners was brilliant. Phone, email and WhatsApp messaging were all used to confirm everything we needed to know, and they provided us with great recommendations on local car hire, restaurants and ideas about things to do during our stay. One is always slightly wary with booking accommodation based on just website photos and reviews, but we struck gold with this villa in Sitio de Calahonda. The location is lovely in a quiet residential area, but with restaurants, bars and shopping within a 10 minute stroll. The villa itself was gorgeous with very spacious living & dining area, three bedrooms with one having an en-suite bathroom, the main bath / shower room and a fully equipped kitchen. The private terrace was beautiful getting the sun pretty much all day, and we spent most of our week relaxing there. It also overlooks the shared pool area which is in a lovely garden setting and about a 50 yard walk from the villa back gate. Internet access was reliable & quick, plus access to UK TV channels was a nice to have although we hardly watched any TV as outside most of the time. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this property and would recommend it, particularly if you are looking for a quiet and relaxing break. We'd have no hesitation in returning.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Adrian B.

Wonderful family holiday in beautiful villa
We have recently returned from a wonderful 12 night stay in this fantastic villa in Calahonda! The villa has everything you need - and more - to enjoy a relaxing holiday in this beautiful part of Spain. The large private terrace, which overlooks the gardens and huge communal pool, is well equipped with sun loungers, a dining table, a barbecue and even a large sitting area with a welcoming awning to protect you from the heat of the midday sun. It is also a fabulous place to sit and watch the sun go down at the end of the day. The villa has excellent facilities and has everything you need, catering to all situations. The communal pool is definitely the best pool we have seen, with both a shallow and deep end. It is cleaned regularly and the grounds around it are shaded and well maintained. The villa was decorated to a really high spec and its obvious the owners take real pride in its appearance. They were so accommodating and available to answer any queries. Our breakage deposit was quickly returned at the end of our stay. The local beach and restaurants are within easy walking distance and this was very important to us as we went with our parents, as well as our grown-up children who wanted to go out in the evening. We also hired a car and visited the beautiful resorts of Estepona and Marbella, even venturing to Grenada and the Alhambra Palace. All in all, a brilliant trip and we would certainly stay there again. Thanks, Phil and Martine, for the use of your wonderful Spanish home .
Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

Villa is fabulous. Everything you could want for a holiday. Spotlessly clean.
Villa is very spacious. Furnished to a very high standard. Outdoor space is beautiful with plenty of space to sit or lie in the sun. Great BBQ too. Pool is very nice and sheared by small number of houses. Villa is up the hill from Calahonda. We didn't hire a car, it's a good walk but all five of us managed fine. Restaurants within walking distance all very good, especially Bogarts.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

Wonderful villa
We can only confirm the previous reviews. We spent a wonderful week in this fabulous villa as a family of six. The villa is super spacious with 3 double bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. The kitchen is equipped even better than our kitchen at home and on top you can use the gas barbecue on the patio. The big communal pool is easily accessible by a few steps down through the garden door. Although we stayed at the villa at high season we almost always had the pool for ourselves. The fabulous beaches of Costa del Sol are all within short (driving) distance. We also used the close Club del Sol for tennis, squash and gym. The owners Martine and Phill are very kind and supportive and provide detailled infos which do not leave any questions open. We very much enjoyed our stay and can highly recommend this villa for holidays on Costa del Sol.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

AMAZING!
My partner and I visited last week for 10 days, the villa was fantastic! Excellent facilities, great restaurants in walking distance and the communal pool was almost like a private pool! The villa was decorated to a really high spec and its obvious the owners take really pride in its appearance. All in all, a brilliant trip and I can't wait to book again for next year. Thanks Phill and Martine.
Stayed 10 nights in May 2017

10/10 Excellent

Olivia F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Top!!!
Ein tolles Haus mit allem was man braucht!!! Vielen Dank… 10 von 10 Punkte… Liebe grüße Olivia und Family
Stayed 13 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Youssef M., Meylan FRANCE

Liked: Cleanliness
Parfait une piscine grande et propre
Une maison parfaite sauf que des gros cafards nous ont surprit dans la cuisine et beaucoup de moustiques le soir pour mangées en extérieur
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beate F. K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Summer holiday family of four
A beautiful villa, equipped with everything you need for a pleasant stay. We loved the terrace with is dining area, sunbeds and lounge, and beautiful plants. The pool area is very nice and quiet, and though it is shared with a few other houses we often had it to ourselves. The kitchen is well equipped with everything you need for cooking, and the fridge with cold filtered water and ice was perfect. The grill was clean and worked perfectly. Martine & Phill were helpful and replied to our inquiries immediately. During our stay we experienced no difficulties and did not need any help from Angela or John.
Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tolles großes Haus
Viel Platz, um sich auch mit 3 großen Kindern bestens aufzuhalten. Das Haus ist super ausgestattet, Wohn- und Ess-Bereich mit Küche hell und großzügig gestaltet, es gibt eine wunderbare Sonnen-Terrasse mit Top-Liegen und weiteren angenehmen Outdoor-Möbeln. Für ein Bad in dem großen Pool war es im März noch nicht warm genug, aber der Pool-Bereich, der über eine Garten-Tür am unteren Rand der Terrasse direkt zu erreichen ist, sah schon sehr verlockend aus! Etwa 20 Minuten Fußweg zum Strand, wo sich ein Holz-Dielen-Weg mit Geländer für entspanntes Spazieren zwischen netten Strand-Bars befindet. Wir haben uns insgesamt sehr wohl gefühlt und kommen bestimmt wieder.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lone Lund Ø., Denmark

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place for your holiday
We (2 adults, and 3 young people at 17, 21 and 23 years) just got back after 9 great days at Martine and Phil’s lovely and very well equipped holiday home - all you need for relaxing, the pool and cooking is there. Very nice pool area which we almost had to your selves. Nice area, close to grocery shopping, restaurants, fitness, golf and outdoor paddle tennis - too hot for that though. A 25 min walk to the beach - nice for a morning walk. Very central for lots of nice places to visit. We did a guided tour at the Caminito del Rey - fantastic! Remember to book tickets in advance and arrive so you have time for the shuttle bus from the parking area + the 1.5 km walk to where the tour starts. We highly recommend this place to stay and the hosts are very concerned and great communication.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023