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Casa Vista Castillo: Unique Cliff-Edge House with Amazing 180º Views!

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Step straight out onto your private terrace to enjoy 180º cliff edge views!
Casa Vista Castillo is in the highest and oldest part of Arcos de la Frontera
Enjoy a heavenly sight on a misty, winter´s morning: you´re on top of the world!
Casa Vista Castillo´s private terrace
Another shot of Casa Vista Castillo´s glorious terrace

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 580 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Arcos de la Frontera, Cadiz
  • Plaza del Cabildo
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Castle of Arcos de la Frontera
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Mirador
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Jerez de La Frontera (XRY)
    ‪37 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

The Blue Room

1 Double Bed

The Red Room

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

The Bathrrom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

Casa Vista Castillo: Unique Cliff-Edge House with Amazing 180º Views!

Perched on the famous cliff-edge of historic Arcos de la Frontera, our unique 2 bedroom, self-catering duplex apartment is located in the heart of the Old Town and enjoys uninterrupted views of the town´s Moorish Castle (from which the house takes its name, Casa Vista Castillo), spectacular birdlife and surrounding countryside.

Forming part of a traditional Andalusian Patio House of Moorish origin, our apartment offers a large open plan sitting room/dining room/kitchen with hints of Al Andalus, 4 metre high ceilings with original beams from which hang 2 huge Moroccan lanterns. There is air-con, which doubles as a heater, in this area.

The private terrace is accessed via 2 French windows and offers breathtaking views of Arcos' Moorish castle, beautiful birdlife, the River Guadalete and orange groves below. No matter how many times we´ve seen it, the view always takes our breath away!

There are 2 bedrooms, one with a double bed on the ground floor, a twin bedroom with 2 single beds reached via a short spiral staircase and each has an electric ceramic wall panel for heating in the winter and fans in the summer. We provide a single sofa bed for a 5th guest in the sitting room area.

The property has free wifi.

The house offers a well equipped kitchen with ceramic hob and electric oven, microwave, kettle, toaster, small fridge freezer and washing machine. There is a hairdryer, iron and ironing board, clothes line and clothes horse and pegs.

The bathroom has a large walk-in shower, stylish basin and lavatory and electric towel rail...very useful in the cooler months. Here you´ll find your bath towels, hair dryer, shampoo, conditioner and shower gel.

We provide all bedding, bath towels and even beach towels in the summer.

The house is located in a pedestrianized street in the heart of the Old Quarter, and whilst quiet and private, lively bars and shops are literally a stone's throw away as are the historic monuments of the town.

Arcos itself makes a great base for exploring other parts of the region, with Ronda just 55 minutes drive away, the Sierra 30 minutes, Seville about 1 hour, Jerez de la Frontera just 25 minutes and Cadiz and the coast 45 minutes.

Parking in the Old Quarter is very restricted due to the ancient layout, certainly not built with the car in mind! We offer our guests the use of a guaranteed private car parking space at a cost of 7€ per day, which is approximately a 7-10 minute walk from the house. Please just let us know if you would like it in advance of your stay.

Named as '1000 Places To See Before You Die' in the bestselling Travel Guide by Patricia Schultz, make Arcos part of your travel itinerary.

We have been welcoming guests from around the world for many years.
We took a break from hosting during the Global Pandemic and then did some renovations to the house, but are now back up and running again!
We look forward to giving you a warm welcome to Casa Vista Castillo and to Arcos de la Frontera!

Property manager

Isabelle García
Premier Host

Languages

English, French, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Mountain view

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 10 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Local laws require your registration with the Guardia Civil: please advance your full names, passport/ID nº, nationality, email/tel, home address.
On going out, please ensure all windows and doors are closed (incl. the main door onto the street) and switch off electricals such as air-con.
Only named guests in the booking are permitted: should other friends/family wish to come and stay, agreement and payment must be sought from the owner

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
Long-term renters welcome
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
Property Registration Number VUT/CA/20377

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation

About the area

Arcos de la Frontera

Located in Arcos de la Frontera, this condo is in the city centre and on a river. Church of San Pedro and Convento de las Mercedarias are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Arcos De La Frontera Beach and Los Alcornocales Natural Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Circuit of Jerez Racetrack or Estadio Municipal de Chapin. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Arcos de la Frontera, Cadiz

What's nearby

  • Convento de las Mercedarias - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Plaza del Cabildo - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Castle of Arcos de la Frontera - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Mirador - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Arcos Gardens Golf Club - 7 min drive - 5.1 km

Getting around

  • Jerez de la Frontera Station - 28 min drive
  • Jerez de La Frontera (XRY) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tabanco Lalola - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Parador de Arcos de la Frontera - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪El Faro - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Taberna Jóvenes Flamencos - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Casa Paco - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Casa Vista Castillo: Unique Cliff-Edge House with Amazing 180º Views! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 10 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Casa Vista Castillo: Unique Cliff-Edge House with Amazing 180º Views!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Casa Vista Castillo: Unique Cliff-Edge House with Amazing 180º Views!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Casa Vista Castillo: Unique Cliff-Edge House with Amazing 180º Views! located?

Located in the heart of Arcos de la Frontera, this condo building is steps away from Church of San Pedro and Convento de las Mercedarias. Plaza del Cabildo and Castle of Arcos de la Frontera are also within 5 minutes.

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Catherine M.

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

Fantastic Experience

We were looking for a place with a view, and Isabelle's home delivered that and so much more! The location was ideal for wandering around the old town, and using as a base for short trips. Isabelle thought of so many thoughtful and practical touches to make the home cosy and our stay delightful. She is a kind and helpful host.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda R.

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

Amazing location!

An apartment like no other, with a view that was a highlight of our three weeks in Spain. It’s rustic, to be sure, but clean, well-appointed and comfortable. Coffee on this deck in the morning, and a glass of wine at sunset made for an incomparable visit. Isabelle was terrific about helping us find our way through the maze of ancient streets, and even did a little grocery shopping for us before our late arrival. You won’t find a friendlier or more helpful VRBO host.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

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It couldn't have been more perfect!

Marcos and Isabella took us in hand, helped us park late at night, and left us to wake in this dreamworld! Beautiful vistas, wonderful neighborhood and an amazing experience. It was easy to come and go to any of the Frontera towns, Jerez and the ocean. You won't want to leave!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Wonderful Hilltop Spot

We recently returned from our 3 day stay in Arcos. This was one of the highlights of our 3 week trip in Spain and Provence. Arcos is a wonderful village and this Holiday Home can not be beaten! It was perfect. Arcos is a great "home base" for exploring Jerez, Sevilla, Rhonda and the Eastern Andalucian countryside. Highly recommend this.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Sharin B., Reno NV

the perfect place to stay in Arcos de la Frontera

The apartment is charmingly decorated, spacious, well stocked with all amenities kitchen and bath, and the terrace has truly incredible views!! We loved hanging out on the terrace, dazzled by the historic sites and the beautiful countryside right out our door. I also recommend this place because Isabell was amazing. She helped us find great places to eat and drink, and assisted with the bus schedules since we were carless. She has so much of the local history to share, it was a delight to talk to her. If I go back to Spain I will absolutely stay here. Thank you Isabell and Marco.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

The perfect vacation home!

Sitting on the house's balcony on a high bluff overlooking Andalucia and its "white towns" sipping a glass of local wine while watching the river far below as a shepard moved his sheep back to their corral at sunset--there was no more perfect moment on our recent three week trip. We stayed here for a week and found the house itself very comfortable, clean and tidy--the owners extremely kind and helpful. The kitchen allowed us to cook some wonderful anchovies and sardines we bought at the nearby market, as an alternative to all the wonderful tapas spots nearby we sampled. Arcos is not the big city life found in Sevilla, but was exactly right for us.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Great locations, fantastic place, extremely helpful owners

Isabelle and Marco were incredibly helpful property owners from the very beginning. Upon booking, they e-mailed us a 15 page overview of Arcos, the house, how to get there, things to do, etc. It was a great wealth of information. On arriving, Isabelle met us at the town square guided us along the quaint streets to the house. The views from the house are simply amazing. We stayed for a week with our nine and seven year old children. We all loved the house, the view, the town, and the surrounding area. Their shop, Andulchic, is a short walk from the house. Isabelle and Marco speak fluent English which was a help for us. They were extremely helpful as we would drop by their shop looking for suggestions on where to eat. We would highly recommend this home to anyone wanting to soak in an authentic experience in Andalucía.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Wonderful Home and Location!

Our family of 4 (including 2 teenagers) spend 3 nights and days at Isabelle & Marco's wonderful home. The stay was definitely one of the highlights of our 2 week trip to Andalusia. This historical home with it's thick stucco walls is in a perfect location as it is off of one of Arco's ancient, narrow, cobblestone streets and is on the edge of the cliff with beautiful views from the windows and terrace. The house is completely updated and is very comfortable and clean, the kitchen is well stocked with everything needed to cook a meal and it is wonderfully decorated There are many restaurants close by and a grocery store is just a short walk away. We spent our days walking through the narrow streets exploring the village, we walked along the path on the walkway below the cliff, and we bought cookies from the cloistered nuns at the convent just down the street. When we dropped in on Marco in their shop he was always generous with his time telling us all about Arcos and it's history. The description and pictures on the listing are very accurate. To think that before we stayed in Arcos de la Frontera we had never heard of it. We were so lucky to find this house. The 4 of us all agree, we would not have missed our stay here.

10/10 Excellent

Hartmut G.

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

empfehlenswerte Wohnung in Toplage

Obwohl im Kern der Altstadt gelegen, ein absolut ruhiger Ort zum Entspannen, stilvoll und sehr gemütlich eingerichtet. Isabelle versorgt dich mit allen Infos, die du für deinen Aufenthalt brauchst, und ist immer für dich da, wenn etwas fehlt.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2024

About the host

Hosted by Isabelle García

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We came, we saw and we bought the house on our first visit to Arcos de la Frontera on a dismal April day back in 2003! We had been searching all over Andalucía and knew this was 'the one', despite it needing a total re-vamp. We love Arcos so much we´ve now made it our permanent home and in 2016, our son was born here.

Why they chose this property

Arcos is a beautiful, historic town dramatically perched on an in-land ridge of sandstone. The Old Quarter´s layout is still based on the Arab architecture of 1000 years ago and the origins of many of the houses, including, Casa Vista Castillo, date back to this early period. In fact the first houses to be built on the peña are in the area where Casa Vista Castillo is located, the flattest and highest part of the ridge.

It could be argued that just about everyone who has come here has decided to stay, from Greeks, Phoenicians, Carthaginians, Romans, Visigoths, Arabs and Berbers.

The atmosphere today is relaxed, the people friendly and it has the benefit of being located in the centre of Cadiz Province, which makes it a fantastic base from which to go exploring.

We have easy access to the unspoilt beaches of the Costa de la Luz, from hideaway coves to big open beaches, ancient cities, Roman ruins, monuments, sherry houses and horse shows. Arcos is also blessed to have the Sierra de Cadiz sitting just behind the town, taking you into the 'pueblos blancos' of the mountains, a different experience in an unforgettable setting.

Arcos is not overrun by tourism, it still has an easy charm, is authentically 'andaluz' and is generous in its welcome to visitors to share in its delights!

What makes this property unique

As soon as we saw this house, the open views and fantastic location, we know it was for us! Whilst it´s position makes you feel 'away from it all', it is based in the heart of Arcos´ Old Quarter, in the oldest section at the very top of the cliff on the flat: everything you could want is a stone´s throw from the house, from monuments, shops & bars to restaurants. But, despite being near all the action, the beauty of the house is that it is so quiet it´s easy to forget about the world outside. Some of our guests, after a lot of travelling around Spain, decide to simply stay put, enjoy the view and really chill-out! Others are out and about, searching out every nook and cranny that Arcos and the province have to offer.
Even now, over 20 years since we first came here, we are still drawn in by the views and atmosphere of this house.

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English, French, Spanish

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