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Villa Paz - Affordable Luxury With Private Pool And Gardens

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A white building with a swimming pool, blue lounge chairs, and palm trees.
A modern living room with a white sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a television on a wooden stand.
A room with a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a view of the cityscape.
A bedroom with a bed, nightstands, a desk, and a chair.
A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and a window with a view.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 10250 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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La Gaspara, AL
  • Place, Malaga Province Beaches
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Bahía Dorada Beach
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, Cristo Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬

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About the area

Estepona

A family-friendly stay in Estepona awaits you at this villa. You'll be within a 10-minute walk of Malaga Province Beaches and 2.1 km (1.3 mi) from Bahía Dorada Beach. .You can enjoy Smart televisions with a DVD player, and villa features a private pool, a washing machine and free WiFi. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. 4 bathrooms, a fireplace and a balcony are also available.
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What's nearby

  • Malaga Province Beaches - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Bahía Dorada Beach - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Cristo Beach - 2 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Estepona Port and Marina - 4 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Estepona Beach - 6 min drive - 8.6 km

Getting around

  • Jimena De La Frontera Station - 43 min drive
  • Gibraltar (GIB) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪La Escollera - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Pizzeria el Speed - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Sabores - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪La Esquinita De La Patata - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪El Tobalo - ‬6 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.

Villa Paz - Affordable Luxury With Private Pool And Gardens

The luxurious Villa Paz is in the highly desirable urbanization of Don Pedro (opposite 5* Hotel Elba). The present owners have totally refurbished it to its present immaculate condition. With new central air conditioning throughout, new contemporary kitchen with integrated Siemens appliances, new bathrooms and 4 bedrooms having en-suites there is so much this villa has to offer. The sun room has the sun all day. The pool, main patio and garden are south facing and have the sun all day. Secluded patio to the rear of the property offers private sun bathing. The upper terrace has views of Gibraltar and Morocco and is an excellent place for pre dinner drinks to take in the mountains and lovely sunsets. Internet has been upgraded to fibre optic. By car, Estepona is only 5 mins away where you will find excellent restaurants serving an amazing variety of tapas, fish and seafood, pizza right through to French. Estepona marina has some lovely restaurants and bars. On a Sunday morning there is a market at the port and its an excellent time for a leisurely lunch. The beach and Hotel Elba approximately 500m. About 15-20 minutes away is Puerto Banus where the rich and famous hang out and drive alongside the marina with their Ferraris and Lamborghinis. Why not have a cocktail at the marina and watch the world go by? Estepona, Marbella and Sotogrande all have local markets where you can pick up some great bargains. The market in Estepona on Wednesday morning has some very good fruit and vegetables along with the usual market goods. Gibraltar is only 1/2 hour drive away (take your passports). If you are feeling a bit more adventurous why not add a trip to Morocco? Taking into consideration the neighbours and the quietness of the area.

WE CANNOT ACCOMMODATE STAG OR HEN PARTIES

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Table tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing 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

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,691 square feet

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Property Registration Number VFT/MA/61886

We should mention

  • On-site cash transactions can't exceed GBP 1000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Paz Affordable Luxury Gardens
Villa Paz Affordable Luxury Gardens La Gaspara
Villa Paz Affordable Luxury Gardens
Paz Affordable Luxury Gardens La Gaspara
Villa Paz Affordable Luxury With Private Pool Gardens

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Villa Paz - Affordable Luxury With Private Pool And Gardens?

Yep, Villa Paz - Affordable Luxury With Private Pool And Gardens is a short 9-minute walk from Malaga Province Beaches. Fun beach activities include snorkelling, scuba diving and waterskiing.

Does Villa Paz - Affordable Luxury With Private Pool And Gardens have a pool?

Villa Paz - Affordable Luxury With Private Pool And Gardens has a pool.

What luxury perks are available at Villa Paz - Affordable Luxury With Private Pool And Gardens?

This property features an outdoor pool, as well as a private pool and a fireplace.

Is Villa Paz - Affordable Luxury With Private Pool And Gardens family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and a BBQ, as well as highchairs and children's dinnerware, it's no surprise that Villa Paz - Affordable Luxury With Private Pool And Gardens is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a private hot tub at Villa Paz - Affordable Luxury With Private Pool And Gardens?

No, but there is a private pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Villa Paz - Affordable Luxury With Private Pool And Gardens?

No, Villa Paz - Affordable Luxury With Private Pool And Gardens does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Villa Paz - Affordable Luxury With Private Pool And Gardens?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Villa Paz - Affordable Luxury With Private Pool And Gardens?

No, pets are not allowed.

Villa Paz - Affordable Luxury With Private Pool And Gardens Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 40 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 40 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 40 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 40 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Louise R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely villa

Villa is beautiful . It has everything you need ! Great location for beach , estepona and very private .
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Marcus L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Family vacation

Excellent house and property. Noise from nearby construction sites might be bothersome.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Susan R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Stay

Amazing villa for a family of 10, including 2 children under 6. Very well appointed and had everything that you would need and more! Very clean and having 4 en-suites was definitely a bonus. A little bit out of Estepona and we would recommend having access to a couple of cars, however easy to book taxis if needed.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

James T.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good size villa in good location

Villa is a nice size for a family and good location for Estepona. We were a bit disappointed with the cleanliness of some of the areas but the villa manager quickly resolved the issues. Would recommend
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sarah H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Property

Had a fabulous 2 weeks staying at Villa Paz. The Villa is really well provisioned and very comfortable. It’s location is ideal, being within a walking distance of a small supermarket and an easy taxi ride to the marina and old town. Richard is a great host and answered our questions really helpfully.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Colin H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent villa in beautiful Estepona.

The whole family enjoyed their stay at the villa. Communication with the host and Rebecca on site was first rate. The villa was very well equipped and had everything we needed. We’ve already recommended the property to friends who are looking to holiday in Estepona later in the year. A fantastic property for a family holiday.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

DEBORAH K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent villa

A group of ladies stayed here to watch a golf event. Very convenient location, everything very close by. Supermarket, lovely little restaurant, beach etc. The Villa was the best I have ever stayed in, equipped with everything you can ever need, pool is awesome and such a lovely space to spend quality time with friends. Host very friendly and accessible. Will certainly stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mike P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect multi generational destination

It is a lovely villa nestled peacefully on the edge of a small Spanish community a short walk from the beach and a reasonable walk along the beach to the old town. We all loved the pool and there was plenty of space inside and outside for a large group. It was very comfortable and relaxing . Estepona old town is beautiful and great to explore but we were always happy to get back to the villa.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

AMANDA H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family holiday at Villa Paz

We had an amazing time at Villa Paz. The house was lovely and Rebecca was so helpful and friendly. The house is in a great location only minutes from the beach and port with some great restaurants. I would 100% recommend the house. We will be back again i’m sure. Mandy x
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Jane M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic Villa

We had a fabulous week here at Villa Paz, the Villa, pool, games for the children were fantastic. There's an Aldi 5 mins walk away which was very handy. Not much else around so we had taxis in to Estepona cost around 7 Euros. The beach was about a 15 min walk but the sand was so hot we couldn't stand it for very long! We would definitely recommend staying in this Villa, it's beautiful!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Lesley G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spectacular villa

The villa was even better than we hoped for. The garden and pool were perfect to play badminton, table tennis & basketball as well swimming. The kitchen was so well equipped & had everything we could possibly need. The brick barbecue was perfect for cooking chicken, prawns & burgers on. Bedrooms had been designed carefully with ample storage & hanging space. Location to local shops such as Aldi & a pharmacy were a bonus as only a 3 minute walk. Would highly recommend
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cristina G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Exceptional Villa

If you are looking for luxury in Estepona book this. Richard answered our many questions and sorted our Wi-Fi problems within 30 mins. Rebecca the housekeeper was super helpful and gave us quite a few different ideas for teenagers. All in all cannot recommend enough. Stunning setting and very quiet. Everything you could possibly want. We will return. 5**
Stayed 28 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John Mc Kenna

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely villa

The villa has superb facilities both inside and outside although, while the excellent pool has steps down in, the depth is 1.5 metres at the shallow end. The range and quality of equipment provision is second to none. Richard the owner was very accommodating and flexible during the +2 pandemic years since we originally booked the villa up until we finally arrived. Every member of my extended family had a brilliant stay after a very long wait. We would strongly recommend the villa and will have no hesitation in returning.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joanna T.

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Family holiday

This was our first holiday as a family since 2019 and it was fabulous. The villa was very spacious and well equipped with a lovely outdoor area around the pool. It worked perfectly for us as a family with 4 children aged between 16 and 22. The villa is on the outskirts of Estepona, but this didn't cause any issues for us. You can walk along the promenade, which is a lovely walk to some nice beaches. We used to get taxis from the hotel opposite to take us to the Port or the Old Town in the evenings. Taxis are reliable and reasonably priced. Overall a great place to stay.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

George F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous

From start to finish our experience was fabulous. Great communication with Richard, who allowed us to enter early on arrival. The instructions to access the Villa were clear and directions were spot on. The Villa is easy to find but difficult to leave as it has everything. Excellent space for 5 adults, using the four en-suite bedrooms meant no “sharing” required. Everything was clean and there was nothing missed as it was like a home from home. The kitchen facilities were great and the sun room onto the garden was where we spent most of our time. Richard , thank you so much for your Villa, it’s on our list of “definitely come here again”!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Nicola W.

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Lovely holiday with family. Booking and communication were easy and we were kept updated by Richard.The villa was spacious with a very well equipped kitchen. It was very clean although some of the bathrooms were a bit tired.We were a little disappointed with the cleanliness of the outside area and quality of the outdoor furniture. The parasols were all very tired/broken but were quickly changed by Rebecca when we reported it. The sunbeds could do with replacing as they lacked support and were quite stained. Richard had warned us that the plot next door was being developed but we hadn’t realised it was such a massive site. Fortunately we didn’t find it too disruptive.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Rob Kinchin

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Building site

Its a lovely villa, all the amenities you cld wish for & property manager was very attentive. But it was in the middle of a building site!! I expect much more for the money we paid. Villa needed some TLC, to the point we couldnt set foot on the main bedroom balcony because the lock was Rusted. Local dogs howling away in night and the pool an absolute mess only cleaned once for our use in 10 days & freezing cold. Happy days
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Michelle D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Villa

Richard was quick to reply to my questions and very kind to let us have an early check in. The villa is stunning with tons of space and plenty of things to keep the kids busy. The villa is a ten minute drive from Estepona old town, which is beautiful, loved eating out there. Our only complaint would be the pool maintenance guy took a whole day to clean the pool. He left all the cleaning equipment in the pool and disappeared for the day. We mentioned it to Rebecca and she quickly chases him but he didn’t leave till 7pm, so the kids didn’t get to use the pool for a whole day. That would be our only complaint, but over all we had a wonderful time in the villa.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Brilliant villa for families

We have a lovely week at this villa. It’s very well equipped, kitchen has everything you need and more. Pool area lovely and you get the sun all day. Our kids lovely the ping pong and volleyball net. Could do with a few more parasols to offer shade for large groups. Good supermarket a 10 min walk away and a few places to eat but I’d say it much nicer to venture into estapona to the beautiful squares. We got amazing recommendations from Rebecca of where to eat. We got the bus a few nights which we found to be easier than taxis- we struggled with getting them from the villa but easy on way back. We did a day trip into Malaga which was gorgeous and an amazing dolphin boat trip where we saw loads of them! We did have a few issues during our stay but they were dealt with quickly so I really can’t fault Richard or Rebecca. A great place for large groups to stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nick B.

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Family Holiday at Villa Paz.

Beautiful well equipped villa, ideal for our family, with 5 bedrooms Lovely pool which was cleaned regularly, with plenty of sun beds and umbrellas, as well as inflatables for our two little grand children under 5. Swing ball and badminton for the adults. Set on an exclusive development, where all properties were individually designed., just to the west of Estepona. A car is essential, as just off a dual carriageway partially without pavements, and not viable to walk around the coast. one minor snag, which wouldn't impact on everyone was the poor tv reception, which in fairness Richard did his best to help us rectify. Indeed on the very few occasions we needed to make contact, advice was immediate. The dogs continually barking next door, was a bit of a nuisance, but didn't impact on us too much, and certainly outside of Richard's control.Overall Villa Paz provided us with a wonderful setting and a holiday which our 3 generations will long remember. Many thanks !!!
Stayed 10 nights in May 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Catherine Millar

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Outstanding villa

This is an excellent villa. We had an infant of 21 months and 8 adults. It was the perfect set up. There is a downstairs en suite with a single room next door - perfect for parents and infant. Air conditioning controlled from the larger room, which was perfect. The cot was lovely. We put the stairgate to block going upstairs. This worked perfectly. High chair was great. Access to the pool was via the sun room so you always felt safe that the toddler wouldn’t get there accidentally. Pool was excellent with steps in and lots of outside space with a table tennis table. Lots of pool toys. Great dining area in the sun room and in the open plan kitchen/diner. Kitchen was very well equipped with two fridges and a freezer. There were lots of condiments and herbs etc, which are often missing from villas. And the welcome food was perfect for our needs. Mercadona is a short drive and a new Aldi will be even closer in the next few weeks. There are a few local restaurants and beaches and a wealth of outstanding restaurants are a short drive away. The owner was quick to respond to messages in the run up and Rebecca was very quick to reply to questions whilst we were there. Upstairs there are three further en suite bedrooms. We would highly recommend this villa and intend to return.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Camille M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Les échanges avec le propriétaire sympathique été simples et fluides.Par contre...si l'intérieur de la maison est globalement satisfaisant, un rafraîchissement serait vraiment nécessaire : quelques fauteuils écaillés, vis manquantes, serviettes avec traces de javel, poubelles de salle de bain abîmées avec traces de rouille, moisissures visibles dans la salle de bain, peinture manquante par endroits, traces sur les murs dans les chambres. Aussi plusieurs objets laissés par d’anciens locataires (déodorant usé, bain de bouche entamé, etc.) donnent une impression peu hygiénique.L’extérieur, lui, mériterait une véritable rénovation et un mobilier plus adapté : bains de soleil très usés, mobilier de jardin vieux et sale, terrasse peu entretenue et sale, lampadaire démonté et posé au sol, gravats dans de gros sacs, bouées qui traînent, tuyau percé, fond de piscine écaillé avec mosaïques manquantes, parasols abîmés et déchirés dont un qui ne fonctionne pas du tout, haie de cyprès à moitié morte,table de ping-pong toute gondolée, etc. Par ailleurs, d’importants travaux de construction autour de la maison ont généré de fortes nuisances sonores, débutant chaque matin à 7h malgré les fortes chaleurs et la période estivale, ce qui a beaucoup impacté le séjour. Dommage, car à cette période de l’année, on vit essentiellement dehors. L’ensemble est vraiment resté “dans son jus” et ne correspond pas, à notre avis, au standing attendu au vu du prix et du titre de l'annonce "Luxe".
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Johanna B.

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Prima verblijf

Ondanks het slechte weer een prima week gehad met het gezin en kleinkinderen. Fijn dat er speelgoed beschikbaar was. Royaal servies en keukengerei. Ruime slaapkamers met badkamers.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lene J.

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Fantastisk hus

Selve huset var vildt fantastisk, der var alt hvad man skulle bruge. Flot indretning og meget flotte værelser og badeværelser. Køkkenet var meget veludstyret og kæmpe stort, der var alt hvad man skulle bruge til madlavningen og mere til. Skøn havestue med udgang til haven og poolen. Udenoms arealerne trænger til en kærlig hånd, der var mange løse fliser på den ene terrasse og grillen trænger til udskiftning. Vi havde en fantastisk uge og kommer gerne igen.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Frans V.

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Vakantie

Een zeer mooie villa, alles erop en eraan, dicht bij verschillende winkels, strand en ook het mooie alcazaba lagoon, een heerlijke vakantie gehad
Stayed 12 nights in Apr 2023