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Secluded villa with fabulous pool and jacuzzi, in a beautiful tranquil location

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Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms12 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

Map
Loja, Andalucia
  • Fountain of the Moorish Maiden
    19 min drive
  • Church of San Gabriel
    20 min drive
  • Valdearenas Beach
    64 min drive
  • Granada (GRX-Federico Garcia Lorca)
    44 min drive

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About the area

Loja

With a stay at this villa in Loja, you'll be in the mountains, and 9.2 mi (14.9 km) from Fountain of the Moorish Maiden and 9.3 mi (15 km) from Church of San Gabriel. .This family-friendly villa is 14.3 mi (23 km) from Plaza Ochavada and 14.4 mi (23.2 km) from Convent of the Monjas Minimas de San Francisco de Paula.
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What's nearby

  • Church of San Gabriel - 20 min drive
  • Parroquia de Santiago Apostol - 32 min drive
  • Torcal de Antequera - 50 min drive
  • Valdearenas Beach - 64 min drive
  • Indoor Padel Club Velez Malaga - 73 min drive

Getting around

  • Loja-San Francisco Station - 30 min drive
  • Granada (GRX-Federico Garcia Lorca) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Abades Loja - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Bp - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Bar los Cordobeses - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante el Cerro - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪El Cortijo - ‬19 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.

Secluded villa with fabulous pool and jacuzzi, in a beautiful tranquil location

Imagine being in such a peaceful location where you are serenaded by birdsong and tinkling goat bells. This villa is set in idyllic rural Andalucia amongst the olive groves, with beautiful views from the villa and the pool terrace. You can see for miles in the day, and the clear night skies are fabulous for star-gazing! With a huge private pool and gorgeous hot tub, what are you waiting for?!

The villa sleeps 6 in 3 bedrooms, in a combination of a King-Size bed, a Double Bed and a Twin-Bedded room. All the bedrooms have air-conditioning, and have shuttered windows, with beautiful views over the surrounding hills.

The villa is very secluded, and is surrounded by a pretty garden of olive trees and Mediterranean plants and shrubs. There is plenty of outside space to relax in, with extensive patios and outdoor furniture to relax, a shaded porch for outdoor dining, and a peaceful gazebo to enjoy a sundowner or two!

The stunning 12 metre saline pool has a large surrounding patio with comfy sun loungers to relax on and soak up the Spanish sunshine. There is a spacious cool porch if you want to sit in the shade and read, or maybe play a game (Scrabble and Chess are available). After swimming, why not lie back and enjoy the bubbles in the large jacuzzi, perfect for watching the stars appear in the evening sky.

Andalucia's many attractions are easily reached from the villa. The beautiful city of Granada is under an hour away, with it's spectacular World Heritage Alhambra Palace, and well worth a visit. Malaga also is under an hour - visit the delicious food market, see the birthplace of Picasso, and wander the cobbled streets full of tapas bars and ice-cream parlours. Cordoba, with its famous Mezquita, is 90 minutes away and makes a fascinating day-trip.

There are various animals around the property, cats, dogs and donkeys. The cats sometimes go into the villa, so anyone with allergies should be aware of this.
The owner lives in a separate house in a field below the villa, and takes care of pool maintenance and the garden.
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. The bathroom has a jetted bathtub and a hair dryer.
Don't miss out on the many recreational opportunities, including a water park, an outdoor pool, and a spa tub.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Philippa

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Fence around the pool
  • A hot tub
  • Massages

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Blender
  • Paper towels
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Jetted
  • Toilet paper
  • Hairdryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Fenced garden
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • No lifts
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Golf privileges
  • Tennis on site
  • Kayaking on site
  • Golf on site
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Mountain biking 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: 130 sq ft (12 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

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/GR/01393

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
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

Secluded villa with fabulous pool and jacuzzi, in a beautiful tranquil location Reviews

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Paul H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Away From It All Spot With Great Pool and Connectivity
We stayed for four weeks and couldn’t have felt more at home. Philippa goes out of her way to help without being intrusive. The mountain setting is idyllic and the pool takes the edge off the hottest days. Fast internet and a wide range of Sky TV channels means that you can still stay connected, if you want to.
Stayed 28 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

david w.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful and spacious house with huge pool
We have had an amazing couple of weeks staying in this lovely house. The house is even more wonderful than the photos suggest. The stand out feature for us is the pool, pool house and hot tub. Some days we didn't leave the house as it was incredibly peaceful and beautiful. Living in the city, this is the perfect escape. Philippa is the perfect host too- we can't wait to return!
Stayed 13 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joanne R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous Stay
We had a fantastic time in Phillipa’s wonderful home. Breathtaking views, pool area, pool and hot tub for star gazing were amazing. The wonderful house was very well equipped with everything we needed.Phillipa is a brilliant and discreet host, who was really helpful with directions as the house is in a rural setting. We visited Granada and Camiinto del rey which were just over one hours drive away. We hope to return!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin S.

Liked: Cleanliness
The peak of Tranquility
Fabulous place to stay in the mountains of Andulucia. . We were looking to have total peaceful surroundings and we certainly got it. The only sound was of the goats and sheep. They were our nearest neighbours. Unfortunately we had to leave 5 days early due to family circumstances back home and we are still missing our lovely villa. We Will definitely return someday.
Stayed 11 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joanne P.

Liked: Cleanliness
A lovely getaway
If you are looking for a place that gets you away from it all then this is a great choice. It gives you the sense of being off grid but the great WiFi means you can stay connected if you need to. The accommodation and pool were exactly as described and Phillipa was a lovely host who made sure we had everything we needed to enjoy our stay. This is a remote location so you need to drive and shop in advance to make the most of your stay. If you are keen to explore the are you are in easy striking distance of Malaga and Granada. We'd have done more of this if our stay had been longer but for our short stay we enjoyed relaxing by the pool with Phillipa's adorable cats.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent villa and location
This is a fantastic location if you are looking for a relaxed and peaceful holiday. The villa is clean and very well equipped and the pool area is superb. The villa is in a remote location surrounded by stunning views of the countryside but actually only about 10 minutes drive from the motorway. Philippa is a great host who is always on hand to provide information or assistance when needed. Communication during the booking process, and throughout the holiday was really good. We tested her directions to the full by arriving late at night due to flight delays but still managed to find the villa easily. We visited for a week and had planned some days out but as the weather was so hot we spent the majority of the time by the pool and the days just flew past. Would highly recommend. Thank you Philiipa !
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely wonderful!
As soon as we arrived at the villa, we knew we had made the right decision. It is very pretty with lots of traditional features which we love. However, the location is just incredible. It is so quiet with amazing views in every direction and the outside area is beautifully laid out and landscaped. There are so many areas where you can sit in the shade or in the sun. The pool is the best we have ever had when renting a villa. Despite planning to explore the area, we hardly left the villa at all spending our days round the pool and the evenings eating in the garden. It is so peaceful that we completely relaxed. We loved to hear the sheep bells jingling as they walked around the countryside outside the villa and will really miss that. Phillipa was a fabulous host. We only saw her in person when we arrived and when we left but we were able to message her at anytime. She could not have been more helpful. We will definitely be back and hope to book again in the spring or Autumn so we can get out and explore the area more - there is so much to do within an easy drive from the villa. We cant recommend it enough.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

The H., Bolton

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Secluded Getaway
As a family of three we had a wonderful two weeks staying at El Chopillo Finca - The house is absolutely beautiful with plenty of areas to sit and relax and with great air conditioning indoors to help escape the heat when required. The pool is magnificent, large with ample enough room for a large family and plenty of pool toys to use to entertain children. The Villa is remote, nestled in the hillside and as evening begins you can hear the sounds of the peacocks and the goat bells begin. Star gazing is absolutely amazing from here with zero light pollution and you can see some of the most magnificent sites. Our little girl had a fantastic time visiting the Donkeys and dogs at the house used by the owner in the lower field and it made it that bit more special. Philippa is the perfect host - always available, knowledgeable and discreet. A very relaxing getaway in a beautiful place - would highly recommend a stay.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike Kirchner

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful house in the Anadalucian counryside
We spent a wonderful 2 weeks in August at El Chopillo. The house and pool were perfect for our family group of five with plenty of space to enjoy meals, swim, relax outside and stargaze late into the evening. The owner Phillipa was so helpful with a lovely welcome basket for us and advice about places to see and things to do in the area. Granada and Malaga are less than an hours drive away, easily reached and we'll worth visiting. The house is beautifully located in the hills not far from Loja. Perfect for a peaceful getaway amongst nature and close enough to the vibrant sights and sounds of Andalucia.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tim A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ultimate Relaxation!
We stayed as a family of 5 (3 generations) here in early August for a week. It was an amazing stay that suppassed our expectations (which were already set quite high from all the 5 star reviews!). The house is set in a spectacular location, surrounded by hills/mountains. Although there are no other villas in sight, there is a definate sense of safety, secuirty and tranquility. We were travelling with our hyper vigillant adopted child who seemed to relax the second we stepped out of the hire car (which is unheard of on holidays). The pool and gardens are stunning with 5 or 6 seating areas to sit depending on the time of day. Our favourite time was the evening. The temperatures drops a bit from the heat in the middle of the day (being 700m above sea level), we enjoyed the sunset and then all the stars came out (very little light pollution). we all talked with are heads tilted upwards from that point onwards, sometimes in the jacuzzi - star gazing was very good! Philippa is a wonderful host. Very walm and welcoming. She lives in the field next to the house and is very helpful if needed. There is a excellent visitor guide in the property which we had high intentions to use to visit a lot of Philippa's recommendations but we only managed 2 in a week (Granada - Alhambra and Nerja - Limestone caves)! They were both excellent but the house was so beautiful and relaxing we just seemed to want to chill. The house is 15/20 mins drive from a supermarket, so it is important you are organised with your shopping list and don't forget anything. One of our family was a little worried about being away from a tourist resort centre but completely changed his views within a couple of days and said it was the most relaxing holiday he has had in years! This place is special and is highly recommended!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

David R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Early July stay
Great stay
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ian S.

Liked: Cleanliness
perfect getaway
A lovely Villa, very well equipped. Fantastic pool and hot tub. a little remote, but that was exactly what we were looking for. Stone built villa that was cool, even in the heat, air con if it got too hot, but fans too if just require a breeze to cool down. peaceful, relaxing, excellent star gazing and birds around. Philippa very responsive and always willing to help. we had a great time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rachel & David Worthington

Liked: Cleanliness
A super holiday
Philippa's beautiful villa provides a true 'get away from it all' holiday. It's nestled in the hills providing amazing views, ideal star gazing and it is a great base for visiting lots of interesting places. We went to Granada, Cordoba, Iznajar (reservoir and town), Antequera (fiesta week) and the coast near Nerja for some sea-kayaking. We had done quite a few miles by the end of our holiday but with an older teenager in our family we took things easy and had plenty of relaxing villa-time making use of the great pool for swimming and games and the hot tub late evening. The villa is lovely; clean, comfortable and very well kitted out, inside and out. The seating areas outside provide shade when needed throughout the day and the air-con a huge plus to cool the bedrooms at night. Philippa was fantastic, had thoughtfully provided basic provisions and was nearby for any queries and some donkey catching! but very discrete. We can definitely recommend booking El Chopillo. Thank you Philippa.
Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Penny Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
What a wonderful, peaceful location with stunning views.
We had an idyllic two weeks at El Chopillo. It is beautiful and well equipped with every facility you could wish for, especially excellent air-con. The three large bedrooms are comfortable and beautifully attired. Lots of social areas in and out of shade outside make every meal and aperitif al-fresco, overlooking the serene views without another house in sight down the valley. During our fortnight the weather was unbelievable. Philippa was on-hand in case of problems but not remotely intrusive and gave a superb massage; do book one while you're here. We made great use of the lovely pool and the jacuzzi in the evening when the temperature had cooled a little. The shops are only 20 minutes away with several supermarkets in Loja (and an excellent A&E!!). Great restaurants locally. Granada less than an hour away. The beaches of Nerja 1.5 hrs away but worth a visit. A great bird list too if you're interested with Azure-winged Magpies (and a Stone Marten after dark) in the fig tree outside our bedroom window, Blue Rock Thrush, Melodious and Sardinian Warblers, Turtle Doves, Golden Oriole, Little Owls, Nightingale and lots of Bee-eaters and Hawfinches plus Northern Goshawk, Montagu's Harriers, Booted and Short-toed Eagles and a stunning migrating flock of over 400 Black Kites all seen actually at the Villa in a fortnight. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

CSR test

This villa delivered everything we was looking for , the pool was amazing
We was looking for a comfortable villa with a great private pool , and this certainly delivered everything we required, we had a great time touring the area , but after busy days out it was great to get back to the pool.
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Rachel Butler

Lovely, peaceful Villa, well equipped with attentive host
We enjoyed a very pleasant week in the Villa. Beautiful Villa, well equipped and homely. The pool is large, and well maintained, with lots of loungers and space, plus a very convenient pool house. The Villa is equipped with everything needed, with lots of books, games and many homely touches. Philippa is attentive, but very discrete so we felt we had a very private week to ourselves. Nearby restaurants are very good, and the villa well placed for driving to Granada, Malaga, and further afield.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Sian M.

Peaceful stay in beautiful surroundings
If you're looking for a holiday in a quiet and beautiful part of Andalucia, this is it. The house is full of character, and you really feel like you're experiencing the best of both worlds: the comfort of a clean and well maintained house, with the traditional trappings of rural Spain. Owner Philippa provides lots of information about things to do, and really could not be more helpful. Nothing was too much trouble for her. The pool is fabulous, with stunning views across the valley (and a great spot to observe the bird life too as swallows swoop across the pool house). The kids loved the hot tub, which felt like a real luxury. The property is well located and we were able to travel to Granada, Loja and Archidona, which are all within easy reach. The reservoir at Iznajar is worth a trip, the kids (and mum) loved the pedalo with slide. Although the house and surroundings are so delightful you'd also be happy to not leave the poolside sun lounger! All in all very highly recommended.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Richard R.

Isolated paradise
Beautifully presented, rural villa with excellent facilities and helpful on-site owner. If you are looking for peace, this is for you.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Lotte B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful villa and swimmingpool
We had a wonderful stay in a beautiful house in Loja. Philippa is a very good and sweet hostess, who ensured that we had a wonderful holiday. The weather let us down occasionally, but we were able to enjoy a nice warm jacuzzi. The house and garden was very clean and well cared for. We will definitely come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthias N.

Liked: Cleanliness
A perfect place to rest, relax and enjoy the peace and beauty.
Right from our arrival at Finca El Chopillo we (two adults and two children, 8 and 5 years) felt very comfortable and could start to relax. Unfortunately, our flight was delayed and we arrived very late. Philippa nevertheless took the time to make our arrival as pleasant as possible. She even left food for us, making sure it was gluten-free as our son only tolerates that. A very big thank you again for that! The villa itself is very well equipped and lacks nothing. There are many cosy seating areas, which offer the possibility to be in the shade at any time of the day. The views of the surrounding area are breathtakingly beautiful and pleasantly calming. The pool is lovely and large, beautifully landscaped and excellently maintained. The children and we spent a lot of time in it. The area around the house is so pleasantly peaceful and we loved all the natural sounds from the subtle bells of the sheep to the occasional calls of the peacocks. On many evenings we were able to enjoy the magnificent starry sky as there is little disturbing light pollution in the area. Philippa really is a great hostess. She was always there when we needed her and did everything she could to make our stay as comfortable as possible. Thank you again for all the great tips and the fantastic, very relaxing massage! We can highly recommend the house and would love to come back!
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laurent G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Une très romantique Finca dominant un vallon au milieu des champs d'oliviers.
Formidable semaine à la Finca El Chopillo. Le logement a du cachet, impeccablement tenu et très bien agencé pour la famille de 5 que nous étions. La vie dehors s'agrémente d'un spacieuse terrasse avec une grande piscine. Les dîners sous le porche permettent de profiter d'un air plus frais en soirée. Emplacement pratique pour effectuer des visites touristiques en étoile : moins d'une heure de voiture de Grenade, de Malaga, d'Antequerra. Très cordial accueil de Philippa.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nawal O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Séjour Magnifique
Tout était très bien...Nous avons passez un super séjour merci à philippa qui est très accueillante et disponible qui a su nous informer et nous guider, la maison Très charmante, la piscine Très grande et sans vis à vis avec jacuzzi, le paysage splendide sur les montagnes,les oliviers...la tranquillité !Tout y étais pour se détendre et se déconnecter du stress quotidien. Encore merci à notre hôte pour cette merveilleuse semaine dans cette villa,nous espérons pouvoir y séjourner pour nos prochaines vacances ,un vrai coup de cœur
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Denis B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Top experience in Andalousia
Philippa has been great from the first contact to the last ensuring appropriate support to facilitate our stay respecting our privacy. The House was well equipped (all appropriate equipments in the kitchen, air conditionning in each of the 3 bedrooms and living room, Sat TV and wifi, ...), Outside the swimming-pool was gorgeous and cleaned every day as the garden. The area is quiet in the middle of olive trees (you need a car to get to the property). All that we were looking for. Thank you Philippa we would love to come back
Stayed 19 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

brigitte b.

Tout était très bien...
L'accueil, la maison, ses équipements, la piscine, le paysage, la tranquillité... Idéale pour se retrouver ensemble, se détendre, se reposer, tout en pouvant accéder à Grenade en 40 minutes ou à Malaga...
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

François-Xavier G.

Merveilleux coin de paradis en Andalousie
Encore merci à notre hôte pour cette fabuleuse semaine de vacances dans cette villa qui a été parfaitement bien aménagée. Située au milieu des oliviers, avec une vue imprenable, les chambres y sont spacieuses et la climatisation y est appréciable. Les pièces à vivre sont soigneusement décorées. Les aménagements extérieurs ( grande piscine, jardin, jaccuzzi, salon d'extérieur...) sont bien conçus et bien entretenus et donnent envie de farnienter de longues heures tellement on s'y sent bien. Notre hôte s'est toujours rendue disponible pour répondre à nos moindres interrogations, et nous conseiller sur les visites dans la région. Encore merci!! Nous espérons y revenir prochainement!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018