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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Álora, Málaga
  • Place, Castillo Árabe
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Botanical Garden of cacti and other succulents 'Mora i Bravard'
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Place, Carihuela Beach
    ‪47 min drive‬
  • Airport, Málaga (AGP)
    ‪43 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Álora

This vacation home places you 25.9 mi (41.7 km) from Port of Malaga and 26.5 mi (42.6 km) from Malagueta Beach. The vacation home includes a private pool, a kitchen, and a fireplace.
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What's nearby

  • Castillo Árabe - 6 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Botanical Garden of cacti and other succulents 'Mora i Bravard' - 27 min drive - 14.4 miles
  • Andalucia Technology Park - 33 min drive - 23.3 miles
  • Carihuela Beach - 47 min drive - 34.6 miles
  • Port of Malaga - 49 min drive - 31.1 miles

Getting around

  • Álora Station - 8 min drive
  • Malaga Airport (AGP) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante Los Caballos - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Mesón Carrión - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪La Sede - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪El Rincón Del Mohino - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Casa Abilio - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Magnificent country house with Pool. Great views and location!

CASA ALTAVISTA is located next to the attractive village of Alora in its own grounds of 5 hectares and fully fenced. Surrounded by an Arab garden with lemon and orange trees, olive groves and fruit trees like figs, avocados, almonds and medlars. The 100 years old country house is decorated in Andalusian style and has been restored whilst preserving its original features. Two bedrooms, living room with fireplace and stove, dining kitchen, yard 'patio', bathroom with shower, pool, terrace and parking space. With its capacity for 4 people (max 5) is ideal for couples and families with children. Breathteaking views of the Guadalhorce river valley.

Cleaning with ozone treatment complementary to traditional cleaning, to guarantee total hygiene

The village of Álora has about 13.500 inhabitants and is situated on a hill dominated by the Arab Castle which is still now well maintained and lit. In 1484 the Catholic Monarchs Isabella II and Charles V reconquered de town. By the way, the spanish novelist Cervantes worked here from 1587 to 1593 as a tax collector.

The location of Casa Altavista offers a 5 minute walk to the village. In Álora you will find everything necessary during your stay: supermarkets, fish and fruit market, pharmacy, bakery, banks, etc. and a variety of restaurants to enjoy the traditional cuisine and Andalusian 'tapas'. Álora is also well known for its beautiful Easter processions.

The most impressive around Álora is undoubtedly the rock formation called 'El Chorro' (nature reserve). This rugged cliffs area belongs to the municipality of Álora. On the cliffs over 100 metres above the Guadalhorce river gorge runs a walkway known as 'Caminito del Rey' which is currently being restored. With well over 1.000 climbing routes is 'El Chorro' one of the greatest climbing areas in Europe. The reservoirs in 'El Chorro' are three stunningly beautiful turquoise coloured lakes bordered by pine forests. A quiet place for a picnic, swimming, fishing or rent pedal boats and kayaks. The area is also frequented by hikers and mountain bike lovers.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and a balcony or patio, and there's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find free WiFi. The bathroom offers hair dryers and bidets. Other standard amenities include a private pool, a washing machine, and a fireplace.

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fully-fenced
  • Garden
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 55 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs and cats only
  • 1 total (55 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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
  • Check-in: 3:30 PM
  • Check-out: 11:30 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Property Registration Number VTAR/MA/0115, ESFCTU0000290200002620670000000000000000VFT/MA/106810

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Due to national regulations, cash transactions can't exceed EUR 1000 at this property. For additional details, contact the property using the contact information on your booking confirmation.

Frequently asked questions

Is there parking available at Magnificent country house with Pool. Great views and location!?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer parking.

Is this vacation home associated with a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home; however, the accommodation features a private pool.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Magnificent country house with Pool. Great views and location!?

There are many amenities for couples at this vacation home, including a private pool and a fireplace in each house with some featuring a private pool.

Are there hot tubs at Magnificent country house with Pool. Great views and location!?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home include breakfast service?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although cats and dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.

Are there connecting rooms at Magnificent country house with Pool. Great views and location!?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Malaga Airport (AGP), which is 27.3 mi away (48 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Magnificent country house with Pool. Great views and location!?

Yes, every house at Magnificent country house with Pool. Great views and location! comes with a patio.

Magnificent country house with Pool. Great views and location! Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 49 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 49 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 49 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 49 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 49 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Matt C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming location with excellent host.
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Richard R., Stockport

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely house, spotlessly clean , handover was very good.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eamon H.

Liked: Cleanliness

perfect stay

we stayed at miguel’s house . fantastic week really secluded but only a 10 min walk into the town of alora . very peaceful and loved every minute. and the resident cat was adorable and so friendly
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

ROB W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful location with wonderful views and only a five to ten minutes walk away from the town . Be aware there is a steep hill on the way back. Great communication with the owner who is very very helpful and very easy to talk to.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mrs R.

Liked: Cleanliness

September stay

Absolutely perfect, couldn't have asked for a better, more peaceful location. Complete paradise. Miguel was beyond helpful and a genuinely lovely person. Will definitely be coming back.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Kathleen C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great country villa with beautiful views

Miguel was a great host and I felt immediately welcome and at home. Villa is located on the edge of town (10-15 mins to walk to shops, restaurants etc). It has beautiful far reaching views. It’s very comfortable and well furnished, has extensive grounds with many different fruit trees. It was very clean and is well equipped. It has a two ring gas hob and an internal and external BBQ. There is a lovely terrace to sit on with sun and shade and a small pool which is a short stroll from the villa through the grounds. It was such a relaxing and peaceful stay but with Alora town easily accessible, even without a car. I thoroughly enjoyed my stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

ROB W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Holiday in Alora 2024

Great location with wonderful views . Everything about the property location and host is five stars
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful peaceful casa

The house and surrounding citrus and olive groves are just beautiful, and perfectly positioned on the hillside on the edge of Alora, having magnificent views and solitude, yet within walking distance of the town. We were there to be active, enjoying rock climbing and walking every day in the warm autumn/winter sunshine, and the house was just absolutely the perfect place to begin and end each day. The very friendly and affectionate cat was delightful company. Thank you Miguel, everything was wonderful.
Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Stuart S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic views which ever way you look.

The premises are well appointed, with fantastic views. It is situated quite close to all the amenities the town has to offer but is not recommended for those who have difficulties walking up steep inclines. We really enjoyed the daily movements of sheep on the nearby hills and the other animals.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ian P.

Liked: Cleanliness

3 Weeks in January

We drove down to Alora from the UK, stopping overnight in France and Madrid. Miguel, the owner, met us at Casa Alta Vista and in his excellent spoken English, provided us with a wealth of information about the house, it’s history, the town of Alora, some great routes for us to explore on our Ebikes and some must see places to visit by car. Casa Alta Vista is a traditional Spanish farmhouse, which has been tastefully restored and provided with all mod cons. It was clean, comfortable and had everything we needed for a pleasant stay. With its elevated position, the views from the house of the town and surrounding countryside are amazing, as are the grounds, which contain orange, lemon, hybrid orange / lemon and olive trees. You feel like you are in the middle of nowhere but only a short walk from Alora, a charming town with its traditional buildings, a castle and lots of small shops. It was great to sit outside a bar in the town square, basking in the warm sunshine, with a cerveza and watching the world go by. Miguel is such a nice guy and very helpful. We enjoyed hearing about the work he has done at the property, the cultivation of his citrus trees and his plans for the future. We thoroughly enjoyed our 3 weeks at Casa Alta Vista and are happy to recommend it!
Stayed 21 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine F., Scotland

Liked: Cleanliness

A little piece of heaven

Miguel's villa is a little bit of heaven, which feels like you are tucked away from the world - despite only being a few minutes from Alora. Nestled in a beautiful lemon grove, you are a step away from several trail walks. It is an excellent property if you love going outdoors and enjoying the beautiful Andalusian countryside. Miguel is knowledgeable, friendly and cannot help enough. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Thanks
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gylfi S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay

We had a wonderful 2 weeks at this property. Close to Álora town, only 10 minutes walk. I would recommend having a car because there is a lot to see nearby, such as Caminito del Ray and Ronda. Some things to have in mind: The location is relatively quiet but there are sheep bells, dogs barking and jets flying over (the approach to Malaga Airport is right above the house). The streets of Álora are steep. There are no good restaurants at Álora really. We found Maria's Bar to be great though. The the owner is at the property 1-3 times a week to attend to the plants. There is no bother really, but good to know that he is there sometimes. The owner is a really nice person and gives you all the info you need. We can totally recommend this property to others.
Stayed 16 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie J.

Liked: Cleanliness

What a view!

We had a lovely relaxing stay at this tradition Spanish farmhouse. It ideally located as you can easily walk into Alora for the shops or a meal out. Equally you walk up the track to he house and feel like you are a million miles from anyone. My Son loved looking after the cats, making fresh orange juice, playing ping pong & watching the turtles. We would definitely stay at this property again.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

paul westwood

Liked: Cleanliness

Sunny alora

We loved everything about our stay right on the edge of town so easy to get to bars restaurants and shops it is in a wonderful location to visit local areas and hiking The owner Miguel is very friendly and will help you in anyway to make your visit a good one Would definitely recommend and if we are in this area again we will return Thanks Miguel Regards Paul and Nikki
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Thom K., Leysin, Switzerland

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place!

Everything has already be said about this property and we can only confirm all positive notes. Close to town but secluded. Nice house, wonderful land to walk under lemon and olive trees, turtle pond, plunge pool and cats. Extremely relaxing place with a very friendly owner. Highly recommended. The only annoyance is the airplane noise over your head on weekends and in the evening (summer) as the house is in line with the second Malaga airport landing stripe, which is used once the first runway is fully loaded. We counted as few as 5 and as many as 40 a day. Not a big deal for us, but be aware.
Stayed 19 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Liz W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Seclusion and views within easy reach of Malaga

A lovely old villa, within walking distance of Alora centre, with extensive and interesting grounds, a delightful turtle pond and very pleasant, secluded "dipping" pool.
Stayed 21 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Belinda D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely place to unwind

The property was exactly as described and very well equipped. Very comfortable and lovely to have a large area to walk around in amongst the lemon and olive trees. Three cats made the stay fun, 2 very friendly, one very shy. Miguel provided food and we happily fed them. Fun seeing the turtles who also enjoyed the cat food! Miguel provided lots of information on arrival and instructions to find the cottage were very helpful. Alora is a typical spanish town, lots of bars and some very good restaurants. Plenty of supermarkets and a large Mercadona so plenty of options for shopping if self catering. Lots of places to visit within easy driving distance, although progress is slow once off the main roads so allow plenty of time for journeys!! This property really is as wonderful as all the other reviews state and I highly recommend it if you want to visit this region of Spain.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Michael D.

Liked: Cleanliness

A little piece of heaven

Casa Altavista is quite simply beautiful and I almost don't want to share it with anybody else! Communication with the owner Miguel before arrival was excellent and he gave very good directions which meant we found the house very easily. He was there to meet us and show us around the house and grounds and it was so interesting to hear about the orchards of lemon/orange/olive trees. We couldn't believe how lucky we were to have found this stunning place! The house has been restored beautifully and with great attention to detail, so many of the original features inside and out have been retained, it's very traditional, homely and I imagine very cosy in the winter. It stays very cool inside during the day if you do as Miguel advises and keep all doors and shutters closed, because of the thick walls - so it did not bother us at all that there was no air conditioning - even at night the bedrooms are kept cool by the ceiling fans. It was over 40 degrees every day and we did not miss the air con, so do not let that put you off. The grounds that the house is set in are just beautiful - and there is a lot of space! You can have a lovely long walk just around your own land! The pool is perfectly big enough to cool down in, only waist deep but in such a pretty little spot amongst the fruit trees, it is so peaceful. There are so many quirky features - the turtle pool is in another lovely spot and I loved going down to feed the turtles every evening and watching them all come rushing to the surface for dinner, very entertaining to watch. Even the three resident cats won our hearts, they live outside but having named them all (as we didn't know their real names!) and had many cuddles with two of them, we missed them terribly when we left! The village is a ten minute walk, very steeply downhill so be prepared to walk home at the end of the night! Very traditional village, lots of pretty winding streets and lots of tapas bars serving lovely food - it seems not all bars are open every evening, but this is not a 'tourist' spot, and there were always a few to choose from. The only sightseeing we did was to get the train to Malaga for the day, well worth the visit, easy journey from Alora station. Somebody put in an earlier review that this place is 'good for the soul' and that sums it up perfectly. Total rest, relaxation and peace and quiet in a beautiful setting. We loved every minute and will return -Thank you Miguel for sharing your house :)
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Karen K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fabulous

Wonderful house in a fabulous location, feels like it’s middle of nowhere in the hills surrounded by trees but it’s a 10 minute walk to town. The house was spotless, excellent facilities, very comfortable. Loved the pool in the orchard and sitting outside at night. Amazing views from everywhere.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

robert w.

Worth investing your well earned holiday time in. This villa gives to the soul

Miguel was a great host. Polite, interested but not intrusive. The villa is well described  and perfect for a sense of being in a special place. Think of a picture postcard Andelusia  village with a hidden gem on its borders and you have this villa... We relaxed explored and found no desire to rush back to technology and towns. There are so many interesting spaces around the olive and fruit trees, the turtle pond and swimming pool we found personal space to read, draw and walk. Our time here was a true restorative break away. Alora, the village is a short walk in which we found authentic cafes and friendly people.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Markus R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wir haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt. Sehr schönes Haus auf einem großen, schön und ruhig gelegenen Grundstück. Wir wurden vom Vermieter sehr freundlich empfangen und haben viele Ausflugstipps erhalten. Alora ist ein netter kleiner Ort mir Restaurants und Geschäften für den täglichen Bedarf. Die Küste und viele andere Ausflusziele sind gut ereichbar.
Stayed 12 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Miguel is super vriendelijk en goed bereikbaar. Onze hond kon vrolijk rondlopen op het enorme domein en de kinderen konden heerlijk badderen in het zwembad. Het is op een rustige plek gelegen, het uitzicht is fantastisch en op 10 minuten wandelen sta je in het dorp. Ook Malaga, Ronda en andere uitstappen zijn goed te doen. Er is een treinstation in Alora waardoor je in 40min in Malaga staat. 8.50 euro voor een retourticket. Wij zijn verliefd geworden op dit huis en deze plek en zullen zeker terugkomen!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Getkate G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely place!

Heerlijke plek om te vertoeven met een fantastisch uitzicht, ook het verkoelende zwembad erg fijn na een lange wandeling.Het plaatsje Alora heeft veel charme en is voorzien van al het nodige.Al met al een top plekje !
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Sophie H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Olaf M., Leverkusen, Deutschland

Liked: Cleanliness

Tolles Ferienhaus am Rand von Alora

Das Ferienhaus bot alles was wir suchten. Ruhige Lage am Rand von Alora und trotzdem so nah, dass man zu Fuß den Ort erkunden konnte. Der Pool ist klein, aber eine sehr willkommene Abkühlung. Ein schattiger Platz zum essen und ausruhen. Auch die Hängematte in den Zitronenbäumen habe ich oft genutzt. Wir haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt. Miguel ist ein toller Gastgeber, seine Tipps waren sehr hilfreich. Wir haben von Alora aus tolle Ausflüge nach Antequera, Granada, Malaga, Marbella und Nerja unternommen. Absolutes Muss ist die Wanderung durch den Caminito del Rey.
Stayed 21 nights in Jun 2024