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Exterior
Aerial view
Property grounds
Smart TV, fireplace, video games, DVD player

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 690 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Gym
    Gym
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

Explore the area

Map
Arenas, Malaga
  • Los Arcos
    9 min drive
  • Casa Cervantes
    12 min drive
  • Centro de Arte Contemporaneo de Velez Malaga
    13 min drive
  • Málaga (AGP)
    63 min drive

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About the area

Arenas

Located in Arenas, this villa is by the sea, within a 10-minute drive of Fuente Árabe and City Council of Arenas. .This family-friendly villa is 20 mi (32.1 km) from Balcon de Europa and 21.3 mi (34.2 km) from Burriana Beach.

What's nearby

  • Indoor Padel Club Velez Malaga - 13 min drive - 8.0 km
  • Bentomiz Castle - 16 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Baviera Golf - 19 min drive - 10.5 km
  • Playa de Torre del Mar - 24 min drive - 11.3 km
  • Costa del Sol - 32 min drive - 15.1 km

Getting around

  • Malaga Airport (AGP) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪bar Juanete - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪La Sastrería restaurante asador - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Casa Paqui - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪La Gamba Dorada - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante el Cruce - ‬17 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 villa, pool, sea view, wifi, aircon, quiet spot, private, Costa del Sol

'Our family loved this fantastic villa in a magical spot. Mum and Dad came out first for week on their own and really enjoyed the peace and quiet. Then we arrived with our two children for the second week and the kids were in the pool all day and loving it.

We couldn´t fault the villa, it had absolutely everything we needed and was stylish and comfortable, a home from home. We enjoyed sitting on the terrace in the evenings, having just finished dinner, watching the sunset and looking out at the amazing views down to the sea. We also loved the pool deck which was large and like the villa immaculately clean. We remember the lovely Andalucian details built into the villa, like decorated tiles and ceilings with high beams.

It was also a good base for travelling around. We went to Nerja and Torrox beaches locally and we did day trips to Seville, Ronda and the Alhambra Palace in Granada which were all great. We loved it!'

The coastal town of Torre Del Mar is 15 minutes drive from the villa and has everything you could want on holiday. Banks, restaurants to suit all budgets and tastes, supermarkets, bars, chemists, clothes and shoe shops. Visit the colorful weekly market packed with local fruit, veg, bargain leather goods, clothes, handmade local gifts and much more then stroll along the promenade with tropical gardens alongside the beach.

The nearby historical town of Velez-Malaga also has all amenities but is more traditional, with winding streets, cathedrals, tapas bars, theaters, churches and many examples of typical Andalusian buildings. In between the two towns is a large indoor shopping center with 10 screen cinema, bowling, hypermarket and top stores such as Zara, Mango, Nike etc. Local activities include beach, horse riding, water park, golf, sailing, quad biking, country walks, snorkeling, diving, hang gliding, crocodile park, safari park, zoo, historical buildings, museums, aquarium.

Other Activities: Private yoga lessons

Golf: 18 hole Baviera Golf in Caleta de Velez, 15 minutes drive from the villa. Stunning course with excellent club facilities. Buggy hire optional.

Many other golf courses within 1 hour of the villa.

Ski: Granada ski resort in the Sierra Nevada, two hours drive away, easily reachable for a day´s skiing.

Enjoy visiting the real Spain! Arenas is a short drive away and is a traditional Pueblo Blanco or white village. You´ll fall in love with the tiny winding streets, the quaint village houses and of course the locals who always have a friendly greeting. Tourism hasn’t hit this village yet, and this is reflected in the prices, which are incredibly reasonable. A superb three course lunch can be had in Bar Juani for under 10 Euros, including a drink!
Arenas is famous in Europe for having the largest population of chameleons, whose color changing skills are magical to watch. The area is also famed for romantic historic tales of the clashes between the Christians and the Moors. The ruins of one Moorish castle can be seen from the villa.

The villa is perfectly placed to explore Andalusia.

Seville, Ronda, Marbella and Antequera are all easily reached for day trips. Malaga city is less than an hour away and has much to offer including the port, tropical gardens and historical quarter with the Pablo Picasso museum just one example of places of interest to visit. Granada is home to the famous Alhambra palace, full of Moorish influence and only two hours from the villa.
The well known picturesque town of Nerja is just 20 minutes away, well worth a visit with its internationally renowned caves where live concerts are held, stunning coves and beaches, and all kinds of shops, bars and restaurants. Take a horse drawn carriage tour to see the highlights of the old town.

Car Hire: Group B or above is recommended.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned villa, which features a fireplace and a private pool. There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. A Smart television and a DVD player are provided for your entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected.
Don't miss out on the many recreational opportunities, including a water park, an outdoor pool, and a fitness center.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

James Hicks

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach sunloungers

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Ski lift privelages
  • Skiing privileges

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Electric kettle
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Spices
  • Ice maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Bidet
  • Towels provided
  • Hairdryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Ping pong table
  • Video games
  • DVD player
  • Books
  • Video library
  • Stereo
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near a laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the bay
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Fitness centre
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Golf privileges
  • Golf on site
  • Cycling on site
  • Tennis on site
  • Boating on site
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Cave exploring nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Unit size: 969 sq ft (90 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

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

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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 Vivienda Rural VTAR/MA/1389

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 required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Stylish Pool sea View Wifi Aircon Quiet Spot Private Costa Sol
Stylish Pool sea View Wifi Aircon Quiet Spot Private Costa Sol

Stylish villa, pool, sea view, wifi, aircon, quiet spot, private, Costa del Sol Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 79 out of 96 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 96 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 96 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 96 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 96 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Christopher S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great rural location
Villa was in a deep rural location. Facilities in the villa are excellent. Would definitely recommend this property to family and friends. Villa has everything you need and the views are outstanding - sunrise was a treat to see
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jackie R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our stay
What a fantastic villa. Lovely views and so quiet. The sunrise is stunning. Really enjoyed our stay, would highly recommend to anyone. Thankyou James
Stayed 12 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family tranquility
Family holiday for 9 nights, absolute bliss. Quiet, serene villa overlooking the mountains and sea, the view is very special. The pool was perfect for our kids (13, 5 & 3), hard to get them out the water. The host James was very attentive and easy to contact. The drive up is an experience but once you’ve done it once it’s easy after that. The neighbours are friendly too, many waves from the locals as we drove up and down. To get the better views the higher you need to go. The villa itself is well equipped. Everything what you need in a kitchen was provided. A big plus for us was the supply of pool towels. Meant our luggage was considerably lighter. Would definitely return.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Idyllic getaway with fabulous views
The property is situated up a truly spectacular and nerve wracking hill but we soon got used to the drive and it was only 15 mins from the nearest supermarket so although you feel as though you are remote from anywhere it is actually quite close to amenities. The best things about the property are the spectacular views and the peace and quiet - perfect for lazing by the pool, eating leisurely lunches and generally relaxing. The roof terrace is amazing and the table tennis and boules area was also a great bonus and gave us an added focus in the evenings. All in all we wanted to get away from the world for a couple of weeks and this property for perfect for that. Warning though - the tap water is not drinkable so buy water before making the drive up to the property. There are large very cheap bottles for sale at the supermarkets. James was the perfect host just down the hill - he kept to himself but was there if needed. Thank you so much for allowing us stay at your beautiful property!
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic week in Andalucia
We had a great week at Villa Cameleon. It was well equipped , in a beautiful,peaceful area with stunning views of the coast and mountains. Ideally situated for exploring the area. We hope to go back again! Thanks James
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

mike U.

Liked: Cleanliness
A beautiful place of solitude in the madding crowd
We loved this desperately quiet villa with stunning views not only all the way out to sea but in the other direction- amazing views of the Sierra Nevada mountains. We always had the most spectacular sunrises and sunsets. We did go out to the caves at Nerja , kayaking at Playa de Maro to the water caves and Frigiliana (don’t miss this intensely beautiful small town with the tiniest of streets and little shops- really worth it) and various other places BUT mostly we were happy staying by the pool with the wonderful day bed and hammocks, play area, boules court etc. it was so peaceful laying there high up the hills. James was on hand to sort at out a5 minute job and George the friendly dog came up most evenings to see us. Good bbq, aircon (although we didn’t bother with it as a window open at night was actually nicer)With regard to the barking dogs (a house across the hill)that have been mentioned in a couple of reviews- in all honesty they don’t bark at all at night - they bark at feeding time twice a day about 930 ish and about 630 in the evening but they genuinely didn’t disturb us. The other oft mentioned thing was the drive up to the villa. We hired a Peugeot 2008 and treated ourselves to an automatic to make it easier on steeper roads. It was pretty easy actually- I’ve had far worse. If you want a view you gotta head upwards. There is a couple of short sections of 1in 4 but beyond that it is lovely drive up into the hills. A gorgeous villa to just chill and enjoy the view
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Will Definitely Return!
I had been looking forward to a crazy steep hill after reading all the reviews, but in reality, it is not actually all that steep if you are coming from a hilly region such as San Francisco. I don't wish to mislead anyone - it is steep - but not so much so that it should put anyone off. A lovely bottle of wine greeted us and our host could not be more accommodating. The views were spectacular! It's also extremely quiet - there is a kennel nearby and now and then you hear the distant sounds of dogs barking but otherwise its very peaceful. Just the restoration we city dwellers needed! Will definitely return!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

David N.

Liked: Cleanliness
A lovely villa in a stunning location
The villa is situated about 10 minutes drive from Velez-Malaga, in the foothills of the Sierra de Tejeda. The drive to the villa is definitely an experience! The views from the roof terrace and pool area are simply stunning. The villa itself is very private, clean and well equipped. The wildlife is varied and plentiful. James and Rafe are excellent hosts. The local beaches are clean and safe, with lots of places to eat. Torre del Mar is great for a walk along the sea front.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Incredible scenery
This villa has the most spectacular views I have ever had on a holiday. Absolutely incredible. James and Rafa were great hosts sorting out any minor issues in a timely manner. George the dog was also a welcome visitor. Even my dog disliking daughter fell in love with him. Villa is accurately described and is well worth the drive up the hill. Thanks for a great holiday.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

emma d.

Liked: Cleanliness
Super vacances
Nous avons passé un excellent séjour à la villa Camaléon, James a été très accueillant. Super piscine et tout confort. Un paysage a coupé le souffle. Pour accéder à la villa, il y a une petite portion de chemin en terre assez chaotique, mais ça le fait ! Le seul bémol pour nous, étant en montagne, c'était l'écho des aboiements des chiens dans une villa plus loin. Sur une note sur 10, je mets 9.5 😀.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chris C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Super relaxing and secluded villa in a beautiful setting
The villa is in an absolutely beautiful setting with views of mountains, white villages and the sea. The pool area is perfect with relaxing shady areas as well as being able to catch the sun until about 6.30pm all with a backdrop of colourful flowers. There are also two outside bench tables to eat at and we had our own rooftop bar by taking chairs and drinks up to watch the sunsetting, The villa is completely private and quiet which was perfect for what we wanted. The owner lives in the property slightly downhill from the villa and, whilst giving us complete privacy, he or especially his son were always very quick to respond to any queries we had. As other reviews have stated, the uphill drive to the villa is initially tricky, We had booked a Category B car as suggested but our little Citroen C3 hire car could not make it up the hill with both passengers, cases and shopping. We offloaded cases and myself into James' car on that occasion and he gave us the invaluable advice to turn off the aircon and fan just for the steepest parts. After that we were able to get up to the villa independently each time so we would definitely suggest a more powerful car and to use the aircon off tip! We would very much recommend this villa if you want a relaxing holiday in a beautiful, secluded setting. Thank you.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christoph H., Olpe

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
A little off from the roads the villa is located at a great spot with fantastic view on the sea as well as the mountains at a steep hillside. Accommodation as described and very clean, well equipped including books, games, table tennis, boule and barbecue. We enjoyed the time and can recommend the place. Not our last time here.
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Rosalind A.

Liked: Cleanliness
A great stay, we loved it
We stayed a week and really enjoyed ourselves. The owners live very nearby but entirely separately. You are not overlooked and have total seclusion and privacy. We LOVED George and Minnie the quiet and gentle dogs who visited us every day; for us they were a total bonus.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

6/10 Okay

Caroline R., Canada

Choose carefully
Anyone interested in going to this property should be sure that they understand the location. I admit to not doing my “homework” before booking Villa Camaleon and did not realize that there are a few drawbacks. The road to the property is very steep and narrow; one would probably get used to it but I felt quite daunted by it. It is not possible to walk into town or anywhere else for that matter. The view is marvelous and if one simply wants a few days of complete rest and relaxation this would be a good choice. The housekeeping leaves a bit to be desired although James is very responsive to needs. We found the place cold and were unable to adequately warm it up with the heaters, for which we had to pay by inserting coins into a meter! We did enjoy the company of the two dogs who are as charming as James and his son, Rafa, but eventually decided that the location was a mistake for our needs.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jenny R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing Villa
Cosy villa in a pretty location. Everything you need for a relaxing holiday. Owner was helpful and easy to get hold of. Directions to the property were good, including finding my way after the sun had gone down. Only downside is sometimes when I'm scan reading amenities on HomeAway it's easy to miss that Wifi and AC have an extra charge. But it is covered in the details so fair enough. Would stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Donald S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Superb
Lovely lovely
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jarkko R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Christel, Jarkko, Titus, Lukas and Eljas from Finland
We had a lovely stay at the fab villa. Made some trips to Nerja, Malaga and Fueringola. The zoo at Fuengirola is very nice! Had dinner at the Hard Rock Cafe in Malaga and Safari Lounge in Torre del Mar. Nina and James are very nice owners and their dogs Mini and George are just so cute! The dogs spent most of the the time with us on the terrace and in the house. We can warmly recommend this Villa.

10/10 Excellent

Latoya B.

Brilliant for families
We chose this villa on the location of the pool as we couldn’t risk our 2 year old twins getting out and into the pool but the villa as a whole was perfect for our family of 6, they have every thing you might need from towels to beach mats and sun umbrellas for a day at the beach...it really is a beautiful villa in the most stunning location
Stayed 14 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Great Holiday Villa
Great views, nice pool, good location and very nice villa.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sharon W.

Fabulous Villa and Location
Loved our stay at Villa Chameleon. Great villa in a fantastic location. Brilliant days out to El Chorro, Malaga, Nerja and Competa among others. Enjoyed the log burner on chilly nights. Visits from George and Minnie were a delight. Thank you James and Nina for letting us stay in your fab villa.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lisa F.

Our Perfect holiday
We have had such a fantastic holiday! We have family just down the road in Benajarafe so a great location to be close to them. This villa has a unique character a little gem hidden in the mountains. We managed to pack a lot into our week´s holiday including a day trip to Gibraltar which was amazing! The nature reserve and seeing the monkeys is a must! We also went to Marbella and Mijas which the children found fascinating. There is so much I could write about our holiday but to sum it up little James gave it a BIG thumbs up. Thank-you Nina and James for the beautiful flowers I have taken some pictures so I will always remember how beautiful the colours were. We will definitely be recommending Villa Camaleon to our family and friends and we hope to come back ourselves! Thank-you again. Lisa, Jamie, Josh, Scarlett and James
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jo-Anne H., Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, Canada

Lovely Villa, lovely view, lovely owners
I gave Villa Camaleón a 5 star review as it warranted only that! The Villa was fabulous, spotless, had everything we needed. The owners were exceptional. We wanted for nothing. You could do as much as you want or as little. It depended on your mood of the day. Day trips to Seville, Rhonda, Malaga are possible. We even did supper trips to Torre del Mar, Cadiz and Malaga. Sitting on the veranda you could watch freighters in the Mediterranean. We had a wonderful time and even had visits from George and Milli ( the family pets). A wonderful place which I would recommend to anyone planning to visit the area.

10/10 Excellent

Edd Elliott

Most Peaceful and Relaxing Holiday Stay Ever
We wanted a totally relaxing holiday where we did not have to go far and just enjoy the place. This was it; it had everything we needed and more. We made full use of the facilities every day which included, swimming in the large pool, sun bathing on the sun loungers, siestas in the hammocks, regular BBQ's and games of Table Tennis all overlooking the beautiful views of the mountains and hills down to the sea. There is a large Hypermarket only 15 minutes drive away down in Velez Malaga which had everything that you could possibly need. Nina and James were lovely and it was good to know there were close by for peace of mind if needed and they had 2 friendly well behaved dogs called George and Minnie who came over to see us from time to time to say hello. We will definitely be back. Wendy & Edd.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018

8/10 Good

Robert H.

Tremendous views, lovely property, would definitely return.
First class holiday villa
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

P J.

Paradise on the Costa Del Sol!
This property was magical, the view was spectacular, the villa was spotlessly clean with everything you would need, the owners were very hospitable and very friendly and our children wanted to take George and Mini(the owners dogs) home. Our stay was very restful and relaxing and the pool was fantastic for us and our 3 children to have great fun in. We did many things in the surrounding area which were only a short drive from the villa. We would definitely recommend this villa, you will love it! We will 100% be back.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2018