Secluded country house with pool in beautiful setting, views

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 7200 sq m

Popular amenities

Pool

Hot tub

Fireplace

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Free WiFi

Check out the area

Gaucin, Malaga

Castillo del Aguila8 min drive
Finca Cortesin Golf Club47 min drive
Estepona Port and Marina56 min drive
Málaga (AGP)103 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Quiet rural property, perfect country retreat; house is nestled in wooded hillside, olive and almond groves, with panoramic views to the white village of Gaucin & Bermeja mountains. Situated at 640m altitude, it benefits from cool evening breezes in summer. It is accessed by a country road in good condition. Less than a 10 minute drive from the lively working village of Gaucin, with its many restaurants and bars, charming village festivals, a thriving artistic community, and the gorgeous castle with a 360º view of the area.

The two-story house is a recent renovation of an agricultural building, with a variety of outdoor living spaces! Stone floors throughout, 3 terraces, 2 wood-burning stoves, ample firewood, lovely natural gardens. Ground floor: kitchen/dining room, fireplace, covered porch with outdoor living area, 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, utility porch w/ washing machine. First floor: Living room with flatscreen TV & wireless internet, sofa-bed, 2 spacious terraces, 1 bedroom (queen) with lovely view of Gaucin, en suite bathroom.

A rental car is recommended. During the rainy season, 4 wheel drive is recommended.

Trips can be arranged to Seville, Granada and Cádiz/Tarifa.

Pick up from and delivery to the Malaga or Gibraltar airports can also be arranged.

Property manager

Nancy Russell

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Amenities

Pool

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 10:30 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Please note: the pool is not fenced.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Outdoor grill may not be used between June 1 and September 30 due to extreme forest fire risk.

All adult guests must register with the local guardia civil within 24 hours of arrival. The property manager will assist with this.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

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

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

Property Registration Number CR/MA/00710

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Gaucin

Located in Gaucin, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Castillo del Aguila and Plaza de las Flores are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Finca Cortesin Golf Club and Estepona Golf. Discover the area's water adventures with water tubing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hunting and mountain climbing.

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What's nearby

Castillo del Aguila - 8 min drive
Finca Cortesin Golf Club - 47 min drive
Estepona Golf - 55 min drive
Estepona Port and Marina - 56 min drive
Estepona Beach - 60 min drive

Getting around

Jimena De La Frontera Station - 30 min drive
Gibraltar (GIB) - 67 min drive

Restaurants

Bodeguita Chaparro - 8 min drive
Los Amigos - 35 min drive
Venta la Laguna - 31 min drive
La Taberna del Zorro - 8 min drive
Bar Paco Pepe - 8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Secluded country house with pool in beautiful setting, views have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Secluded country house with pool in beautiful setting, views pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Secluded country house with pool in beautiful setting, views?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Secluded country house with pool in beautiful setting, views?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Secluded country house with pool in beautiful setting, views located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Castillo del Aguila and within 16 miles (25 km) of Riding Fun In The Sun and Carlos III Fountain. Ermita de la Vera Cruz and Castillo de Jimena are also within 16 miles (25 km).

9.8

Exceptional

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8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Andy B.

9 Sept 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful secluded villa surrounded by spectacular views and wildlife

Rosa Alta is a beautiful villa nestling on a hillside looking out on the pretty town of Gaucin. The views from the villa (and pool) are just stunning, looking across a valley to to the town and ruined castle (about a mile and a half away) - close enough to walk to (if you're feeling fit - it's very hilly!) but far enough away for complete privacy. Climb the hill behind the villa and get more spectacular views to the South, including Gibraltar and the North African coast in the far distance. The villa blends in beautifully with the olive trees, pomegranates and almonds in the grounds, and is great spot for watching wildlife (eagles, bee eaters, swifts, lizards, geckos, wild boar etc etc etc). We'd not experienced a salt water pool before, but it was just great. The villa was also very well equipped with efficient air conditioning in the 3 bedrooms, good wifi, and a nice kitchen (bigger than we were expecting, based on the photos, although note that there is no dishwasher). There's also a nice living area on the first floor with a decent size TV (not used, as the weather was so good!). Outside, there's a lovely brick-built BBQ and so many areas to sit and watch the world go by. There are sunny and shaded areas at all times of the day, which was just lovely. One thing to note is that the tracks from the Gaucin road leading to the property are pretty bumpy, although this really wasn't an issue for our hire car (a Vauxhall Mokka), once we'd got used to them. Gaucin has some a couple of small supermarkets and some very nice restaurants, and it's a pretty short drive (~1 hour) to Ronda, which is touristy in comparison, but well worth a visit. So many other options for daytrips, including caves with pre-historic cave paintings, zoos, Gibraltar and the coast etc etc This really is a perfect family escape - we were very sad to leave, and are hoping to return in the future

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

tim w.

2 Sept 2017

A beautiful tranquil simple lifestyle ....in a house that offers everything ....

A family of 7, 2 couples plus children looking for a total get away with life on your door step ...we have traveled the world and 8 years ago discovered Casares and Gaucin ...but Rosa Alto was totally unique ...so peaceful, calm, easy yet a wonderful area to explore ...dancing in the village square, accompanying the Saint on her journey through the village exploring the castle ..beaches just a car ride away ....a superb home with a happy heart....!!!...not just a holiday but a lifestyle....we will return ..

Stayed 15 nights in Aug 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Ian M.

14 Aug 2017

Superb, rustic, quiet, charming.

Fantastic holiday in an idyllic villa. Far more beautiful than the photographs suggest. The scenery is breathtaking and Gaucin is a charming and friendly village with stunning views in all directions.

Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kevin M.

15 Jun 2017

Secluded location

Wonderful house in a beautiful location. Even better than we had hoped for.

Stayed 7 nights in May 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Walter D.

24 Sept 2015

Peaceful stay in rural Andalucia.

This is a lovely secluded yet comfortable house in the Andalusian countryside. Stunning view over the beautiful valley and nearby Gaucin. Peaceful and quiet, just the sound of the sheep passing by. With 40+ degree temperatures, the nice pool and airco in the bedrooms were a real bonus. In short: a home away from home. Plenty to see and do in the vicinity. Or you can just relax and let the days go by in this peaceful place. Friendly cleaning staff. All facilities were present. Some really nice restaurants nearby. We'll be back!

About the host

Hosted by Nancy Russell

My husband and I have lived in 6 different countries over the past 22 years and are looking forward to eventually making Gaucin a semi-permanent home.

Why they chose this property

While being posted to Madrid for four years, we fell in love with Andalucia and dreamed of eventually retiring to Southern Spain. We discovered Gaucin and immediately knew that it has everything we were looking for: stunning views, peace and quiet, lovely white village, friendly people, artsy expat community, gourmet dining, access to beaches, golf, horseback riding, hiking, fishing, and a perfect base for exploring Andalucia. We are pleased to offer our home as a vacation rental until we're ready to retire.

What makes this property unique

This country house has a lovely, peaceful location. You have beautiful views of Gaucin, but no one can view you! It's a wonderfully quiet and restful spot -- no traffic noise, just occasional goat bells or the bay of a mule. Also the top of the property has panoramic views towards Gibraltar and the Rif mountains (see photo!).

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