House in Alora, Andalucia

2 bed villa with pool between Alora & El Chorro in the lovely Guadalhorce Valley

2 bed villa with pool between Alora & El Chorro in the lovely Guadalhorce Valley

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Gated pool area
Casa Los Olivos - En-suite double bedroom
Casa Los Olivos - Sitting room
view across to La Huma at El Chorro
The beautiful Ardales lakes just up the road with amazing walks

Overview of 2 bed villa with pool between Alora & El Chorro in the lovely Guadalhorce Valley

4.9 out of 5 Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 41184 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Gym

Check out the area

Alora, Andalucia
  • Popular LocationCastillo Árabe6 min drive
  • Popular LocationEl Chorro Gorge14 min drive
  • Popular LocationThe Gorge of Gaintanes14 min drive
  • AirportMálaga (AGP)57 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

2 bed villa with pool between Alora & El Chorro in the lovely Guadalhorce Valley


We are still in love with the beautiful landscape and towns of this oart of Andalucía. Its best of all through autumn winter abd spring with fabulous weather. There is so much variety and so many places to visit . Close to Alora and the amazing Caminito Del Rey, Casa Los Olivos is a spacious and very comfortable country house full of rustic charm in the Guadalhorce Valley. In addition to the Caminto del Rey, (book on line) listed in the top 5 things to do in the world by lonely planet,there is sport climbing at El Chorro and water sports at the Ardales Lakes. For walkers there are countless walks in the most beautiful mountains, hills and valleys to suit all levels of interest and fitness. Only 3 km from Álora, 40 minutes from Málaga airport and the Mediterranean Sea it offers an ideal holiday location of extraordinary diversity and rural Spanish charm.
The house has traditional Spanish rustic features and is equipped to the highest standard of modern convenience making it suitable for a family or two couples and is built to full wheelchair standards.
The large living and dining area has a vaulted beamed roof, terracotta floor, wood stove, TV via Internet (bring your HDMI connector) and guests mobile devices like iPads and tablets the full range of UK tv. Books and DVDs are available and Wi Fi internet access. The kitchen is open plan and fully equipped. The pool has a gated enclosure for child safety, pool toys are provided, and lots of garden furniture. There is a table tennis table - great fun for all. All you need to feel at home: We provide a welcome pack so you have a snack and something to drink on arrival, and for late arrivals we ensure there is something for breakfast. We also provide essential larder items and kitchen basics , and hand sanitizers. The pool has a covered pergola which provides shade all morning through to about 3 pm. The terrace is south east facing, and the terraces and garden gets afternoon and evening sun. The top terrace gives you amazing views over the valley to El Torcal and to El Chorro.

Activities: country sports, water sports, tickets to The Alhambra and the Picasso Museum - we can arrange lots of activities and sports in advance of your stay. Cycling, walking, horse riding, golf, And climbing are the most popular sports in this area. Walking, bird watching, touring the white towns and exploring the Guadalhorce Valley - there truly is something to suit everyone in this rural location - including easy access to Cordoba, Malaga, Ronda, Granada and the wonderful countryside of Andalucia. The new AVE means Madrid is only 2 1/4 hours away (cheapest if booked in advance on the internet) and if you are here for a longer stay we recommend a trip to Tarifa for whale watching, a tour up the coast of the Costa de la Luz - a stop over in the beautiful Vejer de la Frontera, a visit to the amazing Jerez - the bodegas and the Andaluz Equestrian School, and return via Arcos de la Frontera and Ronda. We can organise excellent accommodation at amazing prices in Vejer and Arcos.

Improvements: We are always working on improvements. This year we have refurbished the shower room and have a semi enclosed dedicated fitness area to the rear of the casita. Small weights, yoga matting, table tennis and dart board. On the top terrace we have loungers and a swing seat with fantastic views across to La Huma, El Torcal and over the Guadalhorce Valley.

Property manager

Helen Kirk and Alan Chapman
Premier Host
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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Gym

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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

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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadlock

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

Alora

Located in Alora, this villa is in a rural area and in the mountains. Carmen Thyssen Museum and Picasso's Birthplace are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Centro Comercial Larios Centro and El Corte Ingles Commercial Center. Travelling with kids? Consider Aqualand Torremolinos and Tivoli World. Fishing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and hiking nearby.

What's nearby

  • Castillo Árabe - 6 min drive
  • El Chorro Gorge - 14 min drive
  • The Gorge of Gaintanes - 14 min drive
  • Andalucia Technology Park - 32 min drive
  • Port of Malaga - 40 min drive

Getting around

  • Álora Station - 15 min drive
  • Málaga (AGP) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • Cafetería Tropic - 13 min drive
  • La Taberna de Álora - 5 min drive
  • Indian Cousine - 4 min drive
  • Don Joaquin Asador - 9 min drive
  • Venta el Punto - 21 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does 2 bed villa with pool between Alora & El Chorro in the lovely Guadalhorce Valley have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is 2 bed villa with pool between Alora & El Chorro in the lovely Guadalhorce Valley pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 2 bed villa with pool between Alora & El Chorro in the lovely Guadalhorce Valley?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at 2 bed villa with pool between Alora & El Chorro in the lovely Guadalhorce Valley?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 2 bed villa with pool between Alora & El Chorro in the lovely Guadalhorce Valley located?

This family-friendly Alora villa is located in the mountains, 7.2 mi (11.6 km) from El Chorro Gorge, and within 25 mi (40 km) of Torcal de Antequera and El Torcal National Park. Alhaurin Golf Resort and Lauro Golf are also within 25 miles (40 km).

Reviews

4.9

Exceptional

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4.8/5

Cleanliness

5/5

Check-in

5/5

Communication

4.9/5

Location

4.8/5

Listing accuracy

Reviews

5/5 Excellent

Douglas M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent
Comfortable, private, and spacious, with a distinctive Spanish flavour, convenient to local town and facilities. From our first contact, Helen was helpful, providing us with all the info to get us to the property and enjoy it. She and Alan were delightful hosts, and coudn't have been more helpful during our visit. The property is well-appointed, with everything we needed during our stay, and nothing omitted. It was spacious and open plan, with a wood burning stove for cooler evenings. The grounds are well cared for, with a delightful pool, comfortaable seating in sun or shade, and has pleasant views of the sierra. We came for a relaxing break in the sun, afer a stressful extended period. We hope another stay will allow us to see some of the many local amenities. Alan and Helen were gracious hosts, we would not hesitate to recommend them. Noreenand Douglas
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

5/5 Excellent

Ian P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful!
We had an amazing three weeks in Los Olivos and Helen and Alan are such lovely hosts, who welcomed us and were always on hand to help, offer advice and suggestions, without being in any way intrusive. They provided a really helpful welcome pack. The villa has everything you could possibly need and feels like a real home rather than just a rental property. The pool and surrounding garden are beautiful, and there are several seating areas which means there is always shade when needed and spectacular views from the upper pathways. Access to the property is good from Alora which is the nearest town and only a short drive away. Thank you Helen and Alan for everything - in all our holidays in Spain over the last ten years you have been the best hosts! Rosemary and Ian
Stayed 21 nights in Sep 2023

4/5 Good

Manuela P.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Haus in Alora
Helen und ihr Mann sind sehr nette Gastgeber, sie wohnen direkt neben der Unterkunft. Da wir spät ankamen haben sie Lebensmitteln eingekauft, somit wir etwas essen konnten. Es ist eine liebevolle, gepflegte Anlage. Die Betten sind super bequem und auch sonst haben wir in der Küche und in der Einrichtung nichts vermisst!!! Der Pool ist super. Leider waren wir mitten in den Sommerferien dort und da das Haus keine Klimaanlage hat war es permanent zwischen 31 und 33 Grad im Haus. Das öffnen der Fenster in der Nacht hat keinerlei Abkühlung verschafft. Aus diesem Grund kommt diese Haus für uns nicht mehr in Betracht. Danke Helen & Alan für die nette Gastfreundschaft.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023

5/5 Excellent

Helen T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Alora's Heavenly Villa
We had a fab 1 week stay at this property, and have to say that it was a first class experience right from the initial booking with great communication from Owners Helen and Alan. We were two couples and decided not to hire a car as we were going for a relaxing week and didn't intend doing much while there, Helen helped with us booking a return taxi from Airport to Villa and continued to be helpful with our shopping needs too which we really appreciated. Helen and Alan were on hand if we needed them but never intrusive. The villa has everything you need for a perfect holiday, and is of a very high standard and very comfortable. The Pool is to die for.... very clean and spacious and we made great use of it every day, and use of the BBQ most days. If you are looking for something in the thick of things with loads to do then I would say its maybe not for you, if you are looking for a relaxing heaven then we would thoroughly recommend this place. We felt that we arrived as guests and left as friends.. Thank you for everything from Helen, Steve, Paula & Nigel x
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

5/5 Excellent

Dirk B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Eine schöne Finca bei Alora
Wer diese Finca bucht kann einen schönen Urlaub beim Ort Alora machen. Die Gastgeber Helen und Kirk sind zuvorkommend und sorgsam und helfen bei Problemen und Fragen gern und ausführlich. Die Privatsphäre wird anstandslos repektiert. Die Finca liegt etwas abseits des Ortes, und hat alles was man benötigt wie auch z.B. Waschmaschine und Geschirrspüler. Es ist eine idealer Ausgangspunkt um auch entferntere Ausflüge zu machen.
Stayed 12 nights in Sep 2022

About the host

Hosted by Helen Kirk and Alan Chapman

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Alan and I love this area. We have beautiful scenery and incredible national parks, gorges, crags, valleys, all accessible and enjoyable by people of all ages. Our Spanish friends and neighbours are wonderful and welcoming and we feel after 18 years that this is truly our home.

Why they chose this property

We couldn't resist this property, which has stunning views over the valley to El Torcal and la Huma mountain ranges. The old farmhouse has charm and warmth and we were fortunate to have permission to build a large property to the rear which is available for visitors. It is spacious traditional in style but has all the modern equipment. It is great for people of all ages.

What makes this property unique

Very easy access, no long winding tracks - we wanted to be within easy reach of shops, restaurants and other people. And we now have a pretty good bus service between Alora and El Chorro - brilliant!

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