10/10 Excellent
Joanne H.
23 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful break in the mountains
Joanne H.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
Entire home
Stylish townhouse with superb views, elegant courtyard, pool and large terraces
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Reviews
9.29.2 out of 10
Wonderful
Entire home
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6156 sq m
Popular amenities
- Parking available
- Washer
- Pool
- Barbecue grill
- Kitchen
- Fireplace
Explore the area
Alora, Malaga Province
- Castillo Árabe15 min walk
- El Chorro Gorge19 min drive
- Arroyo de Cansinos33 min drive
- Málaga (AGP)51 min drive
Room options
About the area
Alora
With a stay at this vacation home in Alora, you'll be in the mountains, and 25.6 mi (41.2 km) from Port of Malaga and 27.7 mi (44.6 km) from Malagueta Beach. .This family-friendly vacation home is 25.4 mi (40.9 km) from Málaga Cathedral and 25.7 mi (41.3 km) from Calle Larios.
What's nearby
- Castillo Árabe - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
- El Chorro Gorge - 19 min drive - 15.6 km
- Andalucia Technology Park - 28 min drive - 32.9 km
- Port of Malaga - 36 min drive - 41.3 km
- Malagueta Beach - 55 min drive - 44.7 km
Getting around
- Álora Station - 16 min walk
- Malaga Airport (AGP) - 51 min drive
Restaurants
- La Taberna de Álora - 9 min walk
- Restaurante los Caballos - 3 min drive
- Don Joaquin Asador - 7 min drive
- De Kañas - 10 min walk
- Tapas 50 y Uno - 9 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.
Stylish townhouse with superb views, elegant courtyard, pool and large terraces
The house is perfectly situated in a quiet cul-de-sac in this lively Spanish town. Perched on a hill overlooking the Guadalhorce valley in the Andalucian mountains, Cuarenta is a superb base for exploring this intriguing area of Spain, for enjoying the Spanish style of life in the town (7 minutes walk to the centre) or just chilling out, lounging on the terraces looking at the wonderful views to the mountains of the National Parks of El Chorro (where you will find the world famous Caminito del Rey) and El Torcal. The fascinating cities of Cordoba, Sevilla and Granada are all close enough for day trips, as is the enchanting town of Ronda. Malaga, an equally exciting city, and the Costa del Sol are only half an hour away by train or car - the beaches, water parks, fun parks, etc. of the Costa being particularly handy for entertaining children.
The house has been completely refurbished over the last few years to give a light and spacious feel with a large (27 ft x 14 ft) open plan living area, 3 generous bedrooms, new bathroom and separate shower room and revamped kitchen. We have redecorated and retiled throughout and all furnishing and equipment is to a high standard. But in this part of Spain for much of the year life is best conducted outdoors. There is a delightful, plant filled courtyard, three terraces with a pool and BBQ and stunning views. So, explore historic Old Spain, walk in wonderful hills or enjoy restaurants, shops and life in a lively and very Spanish town - delightful, and plenty for the kids to do as well.
Accredited by Your Holiday Matters: We are extremely pleased to have been accredited by “Your Holiday Matters” - an independent assurance of quality. Membership can not be bought, and is only awarded to owners who demonstrate that they really care about providing a consistently high level of customer service and accommodation. Additionally, all applications are objectively assessed by an owners' panel who also directly consult former guests to vouch for their holiday experience. So if you book with us you can be sure the accommodation will live up to expectations and that we will provide everything we say we will!
The house has been completely refurbished over the last few years to give a light and spacious feel with a large (27 ft x 14 ft) open plan living area, 3 generous bedrooms, new bathroom and separate shower room and revamped kitchen. We have redecorated and retiled throughout and all furnishing and equipment is to a high standard. But in this part of Spain for much of the year life is best conducted outdoors. There is a delightful, plant filled courtyard, three terraces with a pool and BBQ and stunning views. So, explore historic Old Spain, walk in wonderful hills or enjoy restaurants, shops and life in a lively and very Spanish town - delightful, and plenty for the kids to do as well.
Accredited by Your Holiday Matters: We are extremely pleased to have been accredited by “Your Holiday Matters” - an independent assurance of quality. Membership can not be bought, and is only awarded to owners who demonstrate that they really care about providing a consistently high level of customer service and accommodation. Additionally, all applications are objectively assessed by an owners' panel who also directly consult former guests to vouch for their holiday experience. So if you book with us you can be sure the accommodation will live up to expectations and that we will provide everything we say we will!
Make yourself comfortable in this vacation home, which features a fireplace and a private pool. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a DVD player is provided for your entertainment.
Enjoy recreational amenities such as a water park and an outdoor pool.
Guests will find features like onsite parking.
Property manager
Kevin Mawdesley
Languages
English, Spanish
Property amenities
Pool/Spa
- Private pool
- Outdoor pool
Internet
- Free WiFi
Parking and transport
- On-site parking
- Car recommended
Kitchen
- Fridge
- Stovetop
- Microwave
- Oven
- Dishwasher
- Electric kettle
- Cookware/dishes/utensils
- Coffee/tea maker
- Spices
Dining
- Dining table
Bedrooms
- 3 bedrooms
- Bed sheets provided
Bathrooms
- 1 bathroom
- Bath or shower
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
- Soap
- Hairdryer
Living spaces
- Fireplace
- Living room
- Wood stove
Entertainment
- TV with cable/satellite service
- DVD player
- Books
- Video library
- Games
Outdoor areas
- Patio
- Barbecue
- Garden
Laundry
- Washing machine and dryer
Comfort
- Heating
Pets
- No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
- Designated smoking areas
Services and conveniences
- Housekeeping (on request)
- Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
- In the mountains
Things to do
- Water park
- Fitness facilities nearby
- Swimming nearby
- Mountain biking nearby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Cycling nearby
- Mountain climbing nearby
- Birdwatching nearby
- Hiking nearby
- Horse riding nearby
- Theme parks 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
- Unit size: 1679 sq ft (156 sq m)
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
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
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 16
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
We should mention
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed GBP 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property
Stylish townhouse with superb views, elegant courtyard, pool and large terraces Reviews
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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8.6/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Mark H., Sheffield
1 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
What a gem!
Wonderful cycling holiday and the property exceeded expectations! The outside space is sensational - we enjoyed every evening on the roof terrace with a beer. We lucked out with the weather - we don't usually! We go on a cycling holiday every spring and aim to explore somewhere new ... so many great rides right from the doorstep and other road users were extremely courteous to cyclists. Overall we clocked about as much elevation as we would in the alps or pyranees - surprising! The area is much more lush than I was expecting and we were frequently bombarded with the sweet smell of citrus blossom - gorgeous. Alora is a fabulous little white town - very Spanish (obvs!) perched on a hill - a great place to explore and get lost in! Great communication with the owners too. What more can I say?!! A wonderful holiday thank you.
Mark H.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
nick s.
7 Feb 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for Climbers
We are keen rock climbers and Kevin's place was a perfect base for our day trips.
We stayed in January. The heaters & fireplace made our stay nice and cosy.
Situated in a quite cul-de-sac best to back the car in for an easy getaway!
nick s.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024
8/10 Good
Scott B.
23 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful spot and lovely terraces
We had a really nice break in Álora, by chance arriving just in time for the Feria. The terraces and pool in the garden are lovely and we spent time looking at the hills and stars, as well as visiting Malaga, which is also great and was a little cooler (though still very hot!).
Scott B.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2023
8/10 Good
Verified traveller
19 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Spacious property in a beautiful small town
A traditional Spanish, rustic property with fantastic outdoor space. A little tired in places but with character and charm. The town and shops are approx 10 minutes walk away, with a range of bars and eateries. This is a typical Spanish town and they don’t really cater for tourists like they do on the coast. The village and scenery is just stunning. We hired a car and could get to the coast in about 40 minutes. Try Maria’s Bar for food and drinks, it’s English owned and the only English bar we came across. A big issue for us was the lack of aircon, we had no idea how hot it would be inland, plus we were there during a heatwave and it never went under 30 degrees, even at night. There are plenty of fans but it’s not the same. The plunge pool was bigger than expected and much needed in the heat. As the last review mentions, the blue paint on the insides of the pool is peeling off quite badly, so the water is full of flakes of paint. It didn’t stop us using it though. All in all, we had a lovely break and would return. Great communication from the owner and the food welcome pack was much appreciated after arriving late at night. Thank you for having us.
Verified traveller
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
4/10 Poor
julia C., uk
19 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Pleasant townhouse but pool unpleasant.
Pleasant townhouse in a quiet location but unfortunately the pool was not fit for purpose having been internally painted with a sealant which was flaking off and so left loads of floating bits of plastic in the water. H&S issue? Very disappointed that we were not informed before our stay so we could have looked for an alternative, as booking accommodation with a private pool is a priority for us.
julia C.
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Stephen C.
9 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Alora May 2023
Our first time in Alora and what a surprise , the house was as described and had all and every amenity you could expect , down to a welcome pack which was a nice touch .The outside areas covered all bases , if you wanted to sunbathe there was an outdoor spacious terrace , and if you wanted to sit in the shade this was also possible . Tonnes of outdoor and indoor space and close enough to the town centre to walk there in 10 minutes or so , a fantastic place and a great holiday
Stephen C.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jason D.
28 Apr 2023
Wonderful Views in a Charming Town
Thoroughly enjoyed the views and layout of this apartment. Our whole family thoroughly enjoyed the rooftop patio, pool, private courtyard at the back, and the extra surprise amenities in the fridge. The games and toys on-site were also a treat for the kids. Grocery, bakery, and restaurants were easy to find and the town is a delight to walk around. It truly felt like a home away from home! Special thanks to our hosts!
Jason D.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Mary C.
19 Mar 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Spring break
Fantastic house and location! We were lucky with the weather, walked in the surrounding hills and saw amazing wildlife.
Mary C.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
adam b.
12 Dec 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing property. My second visit & not my last.
This is the second time iv stayed here with my friends on a rockclimbing trip. Amazing property in a beautiful little village. Highly recommend this place. 👌
adam b.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2022
10/10 Excellent
Miriam C.
22 Aug 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
What a lovely house!
This is a lovely house set in a quiet neighbourhood of Alora with no passing traffic but parking outside. All the bedrooms were of a good size with lovely wooden shutters and ceiling fans. It was great having the shower/wet room straight off the ground floor patio. No need to go inside when you needed the loo and drag pool water through the house. It has an excellent layout with a dining area straight off the kitchen. The kitchen was well-equipped and easy to keep clean. The outside areas are what really make this property special. The splash pool was perfect for cooling off. The middle floor terrace is covered with built in seating. The top terrace has the views! The terraces have lots of well cared for plants which adds to the atmosphere. The caretakers were really responsive to any request we had, as was the owner. El Chorro and the Caminito del Rey is not far away. We spent a few days at the inland beach at la Isla del Chorro which was superb and not crowded at all. A great house to base yourself for exploring the province of Malaga.
Miriam C.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2021
8/10 Good
Andrew P., Poole Dorset
24 Sept 2019
Liked: Cleanliness
Alora stay
We had a pleasent two weeks at Cuarenta over all the house was comfortable and clean. The outside space was wonderful and we very much enjoyed our stay .
Andrew P.
10/10 Excellent
Tim S.
10 Aug 2019
Liked: Cleanliness
Great holiday, fantastic townhouse
Fantastic break at this spacious and conveniently located house in Alora.
The outside space is wonderful and has many areas to sit, lounge about, sunbath and cool down. We spent most of our time outside during our stay, enjoying very lazy days . The interior is comfortable and spacious. The location is ideal you feel like you are in the centre of town near to bars, restaurants and shops but have peace and quiet during the day and night. We had very hot weather during our stay, only one wet day ! ( sorry Kevin couldnt resist) Kevin is a great owner who is friendly and his comunication is excellent. Joe and Brian who look after the house are friendly and nothing is too much trouble. Alora is a fantastic town with a bit of everything for all. Malaga is only a short train ride away which is a fabulous city. Caminto del ray is a must for anyone with a head for heights. We have already booked for next year.
Tim S.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2019
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
8 July 2019
Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic comfortable house
We had great time at Kevin's house. A very hot week but the shaded terrace was perfect and early morning on the top terrace waiting for the light over the hills was very beautiful and peaceful.
The house is comfortable and the kitchen well equipped. The outside area is perfect for evening eating, very quiet and secluded and with easy access to the upper terraces. Having two bathrooms is very convenient and one being a wet room is perfect for anyone with restricted mobility. The situation of the house is private and safe and secure.
Alora is such a lovely traditional Spanish town with good bars and restaurants. We visited Malaga, Ronda, Calahonda, beautiful Castellar, Jimena (bit of a drive but lovely roof top restaurant at El Anon) and walked the Caminito del Ray--so much to see and do.
Thank you
Verified traveller
4/10 Poor
Verified traveller
20 June 2019
Disliked: Cleanliness
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It started off quite badly because the back door was stuck shut and the property manager had to come and fix it resulting in not being able to shut it when we went out. The property is very tired. The hob wouldn’t work and the dvd wouldn’t work. My husband has just had a stroke so the fact that it was on three levels outside should have been mentioned beforehand. Oh and the pool was leaking.
Verified traveller
10/10 Excellent
Sarah C.
8 Aug 2018
Lovely Home in the Sunshine
We had a lovely week in Alora. The house is well equipped and of a good size. All 3 bedrooms are large. The outdoor space is fantastic with 3 terraces plus the splash pool area which the children loved. There is plenty of sunshine but also plenty of shade available for when it gets too hot. We were delighted to receive a welcome pack on arrival which meant we didn’t need to head to shops straight away.
Alora is a nice town to explore, the hills can be very steep at times but also short and manageable. It’s less than 10 minutes to walk into town where you will find plenty of places to eat and several supermarkets, one large one. We found the restaurants and shops fantastically priced especially when compared to the coast. We used the municipal pool a couple times, the changing rooms have had a refurbishment this year and it’s very clean. We got the train down to Malaga a couple of times, you can get a bus to and from the station for €1.55 each or we called a taxi for €5 with our cases on last day.
I would definitely recommend this house to anyone wanting to visit the area. Kevin was also great to deal with responding to all queries promptly.
Sarah C.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
10/10 Excellent
Lou P.
28 Sept 2017
Thoroughly enjoyable stay
The house is located in a quiet area a short distance from the town centre. Views from the terrace are amazing. The house is well equipped with all you need for a comfortable, hassle free stay. The welcome pack adds a nice touch when arriving without provisions. As well as the shops in town where you can buy Fresh fish, Meat, Vegetables and fruit, there is a large Mercadona supermarket at the other end of town. Listen out for the horn of the bread van and fish van in the mornings where you can buy goods pretty much on the doorstep.
All in all a good house in a nice location ideal for exploring the local area.
The excellent rail links make getting out and about simple if you decide to take a break from driving. We took the train to Malaga on one occasion and Ronda on another.
Lou P.
Stayed 13 nights in Sep 2017
10/10 Excellent
Stuart N.
30 Aug 2017
Fantastic base for a family adventure in Andalucia
First impression of the house is wow! The pictures do not do this place justice, from the spacious living area and generous bedrooms through to the kitchen (with a welcome pack of bread, milk, snacks and wine) out to the traditionally decorate outside dining area you start to think you made the correct decision to come on holiday here. but, then you go up the stairs to the sun terrace with the plunge pool, BBQ and upper terrace area and you really know you have arrived at the perfect holiday home!
We used the house as a base to explore the region, here are our tips : drive up to the lake (la Isla) at El Chorro and dive in to the water off a pedalo then stop off at la garganta on the way home. Get the train to Ronda from Alora station to visit the most stunning place you could hope to see. Get the train to Malaga Maria Zambrano and amble around this historic city, go to the Tuesday market at Fuengirola for bargains. Walk in to Alora in the evenings and eat Tapas in D'Kanas and have beers in the many bars while you soak up the Spanish way of life... you start to imagine yourself living here!
But most of all don't forget to just relax in the sun drinking cruzcampo and cooking on the BBQ.
Everything about this holiday and especially this property was wonderful and I would not hesitate to recommend it to anyone looking for a relaxing break away from the crowds and the beaten track.
Thank you for sharing this wonderful house and allowing us to experience such a perfect holiday.
We will be back.
Stuart N.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2017
10/10 Excellent
Theresa C.
26 June 2017
a beautiful house with great views
We loved being in the house, especially using the outdoor space, which is much better than it appears on the website. The house is very well kitted out with everything you might need provided. We enjoyed exploring the surrounding area and visiting Alora. Overall, a really lovely holiday.
Theresa C.
10/10 Excellent
Johan O.
2 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay!
Very nice location. A cozy house with very nice outdoors. Several levels, sunshades, and sunny areas combined with a small pool make it an ideal vacation home. The owner is easy to communicate with as well.
Johan O.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
jean christophe a.
21 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Maison et extérieur très agréable
Nous avons profiter des différentes parties extérieures ainsi que toutes les commodités de la maison. Piscine très appréciée par cette forte chaleur. Situation et village superbes. Très bon séjour.
jean christophe a.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Matilde S.
12 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Muy cómoda
Casa muy cómoda, justo lo que estábamos buscando. Zona tranquila y cercana a tiendas y supermercados.
Con todo lo necesario para pasar unos días tranquilos y agradables. Con la sorpresa de encontrar un detalle de bienvenida 😃
Lo recomendamos sin duda!
Matilde S.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
ILYAS C.
17 Aug 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Très jolie maison méditerranéen
Nous avons passé ma famille et moi un agréable séjour. Les espaces extérieurs sont très appréciables, le cadre est reposant.
ILYAS C.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021
6/10 Okay
Jan V.
31 July 2020
Disliked: Cleanliness
Alora town house
The house was at the outside of the town Alora. 15min by foot to the centre which was perfect. The house itselve was OK but used and not perfectely clean, especially the kitchen. The multiple teraces were ideal for enjoying the different corners of the house. We've rented the house for a week and there was no towel and linen change foreseen. This was very unfortunate We could use the washing machine but no soap was foreseen. The welcome drink and snacks however were very appreciated.
Jan V.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
8/10 Good
Sophie P.
27 Aug 2019
Liked: Cleanliness
Au Top !!
Maison très agréable et très bien équipée. Elle est à proximité du centre ville d'Alora, de ses commerces, bars, restaurants... nous y allions presque tous les soirs à pied pour manger une glace, boire un verre ou manger des tapas ! Il y a beaucoup de choses à faire et à visiter à proximité : Ronda et les nombreux villages blancs des allentours, Le Parc Naturel del Chorro (Rando, lac pour la baignade, pédalo....à environ 30 mns), El Caminito del Rey (Splendide et à faire : on vous conseille de réserver sur internet), Nerja et Maro (vous y trouverez de splendides criques avec une eau cristalline... pour la plongée c'est top - comptez environ 1h20 de route), Malaga (y passer au moins une journée pendant les férias, boire El Cartojal, c'est inoubliable : prendre le train à Alora c'est environ 5€ par personne aller/retour. C'est l'idéal).... Et tant d'autres choses. Merci à Kévin pour ses réponses rapides et ses informations, même si nous n'avons malheureusement pas pu nous rencontrer ! Un seul petit point négatif : beaucoup d'informations sont à notre disposition dans la maison.... mais toutes en ANGLAIS ! Alors pour nous, petits Français : merci google traduction !!!!!! !!!!
Nous avons passé de super vacances.... MERCI