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Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6117 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Competa, Malaga
  • Plaza Almijara
    4 min drive
  • Venta de Palma
    14 min walk
  • La Malagueta Station
    53 min drive
  • Málaga (AGP)
    71 min drive

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About the area

Còmpeta

Located in Còmpeta, this villa is in the mountains, within a 5-minute drive of Museum of Arts and Customs and Plaza Almijara. .This villa is 15.5 mi (25 km) from Balcon de Europa and 1.3 mi (2.2 km) from Paseo de las Tradiciones.

What's nearby

  • Plaza Almijara - 4 min drive
  • Mirador Panoramico - 6 min drive
  • Balcon de Europa - 28 min drive
  • Playa en Torrox Costa - 43 min drive
  • Burriana Beach - 45 min drive

Getting around

  • Granada (GRX-Federico Garcia Lorca) - 105 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bar Virtudes - ‬33 min drive
  • ‪Bar Cerezo - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Bodegas Bentomiz - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪El Boquetillo - ‬33 min drive
  • ‪Vinos el Lagar - ‬30 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.

Peaceful villa minutes from Competa with private pool, free wi-fi and air con.

Casa Mari Carmen is a modern, south facing, 3 bedroom villa with private pool and terraces in a peaceful location within a few minutes drive of the pretty white village of Cómpeta, know as 'the pearl of the Axarquia', approximately an hour from Malaga Airport (all on paved roads - no tracks) and 25 minutes from the coast.

A short distance from the village, beautiful Sierra Almijara mountains and National Park, the nearest bar is only a 20 minute walk away (approx).

Set amongst 2,900 sqm of grape vines, olive and fruit trees with fantastic views across the mountains and valleys down towards the Mediterranean Sea, the villa is the ideal location for a peaceful, relaxing and enjoyable holiday or base for those wishing to walk, cycle, climb or bird-watch.

Casa Mari Carmen is approached via a gated entrance to a level driveway with parking for a number of cars.

Through an archway and shingled garden you reach the covered porch with wicker dining table and chairs providing an ideal place to relax or dine, soaking up the views while avoiding the heat of the sun.

The front door opens into the open plan sitting/dining room with wooden beams, fireplace, sofa, easy chairs and a large dining table and chairs. There is WiFi internet access, satellite TV (some free to air European satellite channels), DVD player and a radio/CD player. A window looks across the hillsides and patio doors lead out to the swimming pool and terrace area.

An archway leads into the fully fitted kitchen with window overlooking the covered porch. Fully equipped with granite worktops, halogen hob, electric fan oven, fridge/freezer, microwave, dishwasher, washing machine etc you should have everything you need for a relaxing stay. A clothes airer, iron and ironing board are also available.

From the sitting/dining room a further archway leads to a light and airy corridor off which there are three bedrooms and a family bathroom.

With doors opening onto the pool area, the master bedroom has a double bed, large built in wardrobe, chest of drawers, dressing table and chair and an en-suite with shower, toilet and sink.

Bedroom two has two single beds and large built in wardrobe.

Bedroom three has two single beds, large built in wardrobe, dressing table and chair.

A travel cot and high chair are available on request.

The family bathroom has a bath with shower over, toilet, bidet and sink.

All windows have built-in shutters, most with fly screens.

Outside there is a 8x4m swimming pool (closed during the winter months) with terracing around, a pool-side shower and brick built barbecue with outside sink to make the most of the summer sunshine. Sun beds, tables, chairs and umbrellas are provided for relaxing by the pool.

A terrace to the front of the villa, fenced by a low hedge, offers further views of the surrounding countryside.

The house is cleaned prior to arrival with bed linen and towels provided for use at the villa (please bring your own beach towels). We ask that the house is left tidy with any washing up done and the barbecue clean.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned villa, 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.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Ian Brixton

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Spices
  • Electric kettle

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bath or shower
  • Soap
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper
  • Bidet

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • Books
  • Games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near a laundromat

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Safe
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Cycling 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

General

  • Unit size: 1259 sq ft (117 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

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 and a first aid kit
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 VTAR/MA/01524

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

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Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Simon H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything we needed for a relaxing holiday
The villa has everything you might need for a great holiday. Well equipped kitchen. Different areas outside to dine. Plenty of space to relax by the pool and just a short drive to Competa for all of your supplies. As some previous reviewers have mentioned, the drive is STEEP but once you've driven up and down it a couple of times you're fine (go for an automatic car).
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tracey M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect place for a relaxing holiday
The villa provided everything we hope for from a holiday. It was extremely well equipped, clean and spacious. The location was amazing. Very private with countryside views in all directions, yet walking distance (albeit steep in places) of Competa, which is a lovely town, with lots of nice restaurants and bars
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lee A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
Great communication with the owners prior to arrival, very quick to respond to my queries. Directions to the the Villa were easy to follow. The welcome pack is very detailed giving you all the info you need. The Villa is equipped with everything you need for a relaxing break, beds are extremely comfortable, and I couldn’t get the kids out of the pool. It’s close to Competa but far enough away to be a very peaceful break away from it all. Wouldn’t hesitate in recommending and would love to return. Thanks Ian & Helen for letting us stay!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Philippa G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Oct 19
We had a great week at the villa with our boys aged 13 and 17. The villa is well equipped as described and the pool was great. (WiFi was reliable which kept the teenagers happy!). Steep drive down to the villa and as a result steep walk to the village but great position and great views.

8/10 Good

Derek M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Secluded location
The property was very nice, and the pool, with all the facilities you could need, however it was difficult (for us oldies) to get to the local taverna, 20 mins was a bit ambitious, but worth it when we got there, driving to the village was our only option, but worth it, really nice place! Flies and ants were our only problem, but that's the environment.

10/10 Excellent

Richard R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous stay
Our family of five throughly enjoyed our stay in the villa. The pool was great fun for all ages and many an hour was spent in the pool. The villa had everything we needed and allowed us to have a comfortable enjoyable stay. Competa is a must to be explored both in the day and evening. The super views from the villa patio and garden will be with us for some time.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Richard M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful ecape to the country in Casa Mari Carmen
This is a well-equipped and maintained three-bed property just outside the picturesque town of Competa. It has wonderful views down the valley towards the sea in the distance, and you get the sun all the way through into the evening. We spent most days lazing in the sun and enjoying the peace and quiet - only sounds are the birds chirping, cicadas in the trees and a distant peacock squawking from somewhere down the valley! Inside the villa is neat and tidy, and the aircon in the bedrooms was a real plus. We didn't do much cooking in the kitchen, instead using the barbecue most nights and eating out on the patio. Just for awareness the driveway down to the villa is rather steep with a tight bend. We had an Audi A4 and it coped fine but I was a little worried I'd scrape the underside on the bend because the car was quite low and long. If we return I think we'll get an SUV for peace of mind :) So overall we'd highly recommend Casa Mari Carmen for anyone who wants to escape the hustle and bustle of the coast and experience a little more of Spanish life.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful getaway
Well equipped villa and generally a good quality. Fantastic location. Couple of problems dealt with quickly and efficiently by property managers. Would recommend for relaxing holiday in stunning area.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

DIANA E.

'The Sound OF Silence '
We have just returned from a lovely relaxing week spent at Casa Mari Carmen .The villa is set on the hillside overlooking a beautiful valley , the only sounds you hear are birdsong and the crickets ! The villa is secluded and private and not overlooked at all . It is very well equipped ,we struggled to think of anything that was missing ! The pool area and patio has 6 sunbeds and a large table and chairs(which we used for breakfast) ,there is also a covered patio with large table which we used when we needed shade. Competa is about 5 minutes away by car or about a 20 minute walk we used taxis at night , which were very reliable . Competa has lots of restaurants ,our favourite was El Pilon , we had checked all of the reviews on Trip Adviser but still made a few mistakes ! It might be useful to have a visitors book in the villa with a space for guests to write restaurant reviews ? Just a thought! Great chill out week .Many thanks Ian .
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2018

8/10 Good

Nicola B.

Villa,Competa
A lovely villa in a wonderful position with nice views of hillside. Totally bliss the peace and quiet was wonderful. The area surrounding the villa was different with the winding roads, the village of Competa was very handy being so close. We found that the people were all very friendly. Would definitely recommend the villa to others.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Martin H.

Superb!
We have stayed in many villas in several different countries and I can truthfully say that this is one of the best. Clean, spacious, well-equipped and in a beautifully quiet and secluded setting; there really isn't anything bad that I can say about it (with the slight exception that some of our party complained that the beds weren't the best, but as I slept like a log I couldn't possibly comment!). In some ways the description doesn't do the place justice: the location is lovely (even if the drive down from the main road is a little nerve-wracking after dark!) and the views down the valley are picturesque and restful. It was great to have free use of the air conditioning units, the pool is of a good size for both a morning's exercise and for just messing around, and the kitchen had everything we needed. A brilliant property and a real credit to its owners.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Emma F., Crowthorne, UK

Great villa in a lovely location.
On arrival the villa was spotlessly clean. Everything we needed for our 2 week stay was there, and the kitchen and villa was very well equipped. The villa has a lovely sun terrace with great views into the valley and is in the sun from 0830 until 2100. There are also plenty of shaded areas which you can retreat to. Ian would reply to any queries before and during our stay promptly and was a pleasure to deal with. Over all, a great couple of weeks in the sunshine in a lovely location, staying in a clean, well equipped, comfortable villa. Thank you Ian.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jim M.

Great villa with awesome views!
Stayed for a short 4 night break. The villa has absolutely everything you could want for a stay - all in excellent condition and well kept. The booking arrangements and instructions to find it were clear, detailed and accurate. Never had any problems but just in case we were given local contacts as well as in the UK. The villa is in an excellent position with fantastic views over the valley below but completely private and not overlooked. You can choose to sit in the sun or shade probably from sunrise through to sunset. Good sized pool to the side that is in the sun for most of the day. Competa is a beautiful small town in which to stay bult into a hillside. Lots of good places to eat. It's a short 5 minute drive or a 15-20 minute walk. There's a bit of a steep hill at the start of the walk into the town but a good taxi service if you prefer. Overall, a great place to stay! Highly recommended! Faultless!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Simon L.

Excellent villa, well equipped,great location. Rural but within easy reach of all amenities
Really relaxing for night at Casa Mari Carmen. A really great location giving peace away from the bustle of the Costas yet within easy reach when you want to visit them. Competa is a beautiful village with everything you need for your stay. Would definitely recommend the villa and the area.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2017

8/10 Good

Nicola P.

Very comfortable, good location
Has everything you could need, great pool, conveniently located just outside Competa
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Anthony W.

A wonderful retreat with stunning views
We stayed for a week for a family holiday (2 adults and 2 young children). The villa was perfect for everything we needed - plenty of space inside and out. Lovely private pool and we made good use of the BBQ. Competa is just a few minutes away by car. It's a lovely little town with everything you need - cafes, restaurants and supermarkets. Good communications with the owner (Ian). Would thoroughly recommend.

8/10 Good

Lucie A.

Relaxing family holiday
Lovely villa, amazing views. Very clean property with everything you may need. We had an enjoyable 5 days spent lounging by the pool and visiting the local villages. Competa is a picturesque village set into the mountain side with some lovely places to eat and narrow streets to explore. The villa itself is a 5 min drive from the town, the drive takes a little getting used to as is quite steep, we had a people carrier that was probably the biggest vehicle you'd want to drive as a novice!

10/10 Excellent

Pete K., bedford, uk

Clean, Well appointed, Quiet, Great Pool Stunning views
Good directions to the property, well appointed. Clean on arrival. Great pool about 8m by 4m. Very quiet location. Car a must very step hills around. Nearby Competa a delightful village and worth an explore. Hills dotted with vines, almond trees and olive groves. We had a blocked shower which was fixed very quickly with no fuss. Weatherwas blue skies around 30 to 32 degrees all week. Highly recommended.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2016

10/10 Excellent

Rachael B.

A lovely villa for the adventurous driver in a beautiful setting!
After a scenic drive through the mountains we arrived at this beautiful villa, the directions supplied by the owners was perfect. After wanting a secluded villa, overall we found the villa to be secluded enough without being completely isolated. The villa was exactly as it had been described and fitted out very well for everything that you will need for your stay. The pool is of good size and depth with a deep and shallow end. All in all a villa we would like to return to!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2016

8/10 Good

Aurora F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cas muy bonita y entorno tranquilo
El alojamiento está muy bien pero lo anunciaban con piscina y después de haberlo reservado y pagado nos dijeron que la piscina estaba cerrada
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

julia o.

Liked: Cleanliness
every detail/una casa muy bien pensada y cuidada
The house is great, so well taken care, they think in every detail for their guests, even the books were great, when you usually find just rubbish. I would have preferred a house in the middle of nowhere, as there are more houses around, but that was to be expected as it is close to the village, and anyway there weren't any noise or nuisances. Just great! And Ian was very generous and attentive by email! Thanks a lot

10/10 Excellent

Brigitta H.

Very nice villa!
Clean, well equipped, nice view, close to Cómpeta, comfortable. Nice swimming pool. Still a bit cold, aprox. 19 degrees Celsius (end of April), We would definitely recommend a stay in this villa.
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Hege B.

Great! Nice and clean house. Helpful and kind support from the staff.
Beautiful place with a lovely view. Short distance to the wonderful city Cómpeta, where they sell fantastic ice cream! We had a great week here and would love to come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

claus A.

Great house!
From booking and all the way till we left the house, the service and level of information from Ian was at the highest level possible! It means a lot. Especially when it is in combination with a house of this standard, where it is very easy to live and relax. The area and Competa, is realkr a great place to be and really feel you are on holiday.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

8/10 Good

Elisabeth F.

Very nice villa, had all the eqipment we needed, was clean and neat,
We will definately book our next trip through Homeaway!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2018