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Lovely 3 bedroom cottage in quiet valley, organic gardens, private fenced pool

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Casa Vallecillo, your holiday home in the countryside of Ronda
Private fenced pool with sun loungers
Private fenced pool with easy entrance
Comfortable shady terrace
Pool is 8 x 4 meters and on one end deep enough to dive in

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 690 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Pool
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Ronda, Malaga
  • El Tajo Gorge
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Puente Nuevo Bridge
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Ascari Racetrack
    ‪18 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Lovely 3 bedroom cottage in quiet valley, organic gardens, private fenced pool

Lovely 3 bedroom villa (sleeps 6) in a delightfully remote, countryside location surrounded by cultivated farmland and Mediterranean forest. All modern conveniences and décor is warm and cheerful. Private fenced off pool. Bedroom 1 and 2 with double beds. Bedroom 3 with twin beds. Two complete bathrooms, one en-suite with shower, the other with bath. Open plan kitchen, dining, living room. Modern and fully equipped. Washing machine (placed in bathroom).
HD Television with all the Spanish channels up to date (some can be set to bilingual audio) and access to Netflix and YouTube.
Shelves full of books and guides (in Spanish, Dutch, English and French). Original prints, photos and paintings on the walls give the place a personal touch.

The Spanish/Dutch owners live in the valley as self-sufficiently as possible, running a (certified) organic vegetable and fruit garden, while offering their holiday home to nature lovers, families, bird spotters, hikers, peace seeking couples and anyone who looks for a relaxed place to spend their holidays.

Access to the house is through paved country roads (with exception some 200 meters in the middle). At the end a sharp curve and steep descending slope, accessible to any type of car.

Ronda, just 8 km away, Ronda is one of the most beautiful cities of Andalusia, steeped in history. It stands on a towering plateau in the mountains of the province of Malaga. This mighty promontory ensured that Ronda was an impregnable fortress for the Christian armies until the end of the Reconquista. The plateau is split in two by the gap, 'El Tajo', and is the natural separation between the old and the new Ronda. This gap is spanned by a stone bridge, Puente Nuevo and once housed a prison underneath.

The shopping area of Ronda, where some of the traditional shops still maintain, is located in the new part of town.
However, the most enchanting walks can be found in the old town where the Moorish and Roman atmosphere can be inhaled in every street corner.

Nearby village of Arriate provides with banks, small supermarkets and other stores that you need on a daily basis. This charming village is also known for its cheap & cheerful tapas bars and also has a few high quality restaurants.

Ronda lies very central to all the cities that are worth visiting and can easily be travelled in one day, such as Cordoba (Mezquita), Granada (Alhambra-book well in advance!), Seville (Giralda and Reales Alcazares), Malaga (Picasso Museum) and Gibraltar and Marbella/Costa del Sol.

Property manager

Lies Wajer

Languages

Dutch, English, French, German, Portuguese, Spanish

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please feel welcome and at home. Be respectful to the house and the surroundings, so that the next visitors can enjoy it too! And whenever there are doubts or complaints, come to us! We live nearby and are happy to answer all your questions. \nBut of course most of all, relax and enjoy your stay...

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 indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is no smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number VTAR/MA/00297

We should mention

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
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Ronda

Located in Ronda, this cottage is in a rural area and in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Reservatauro Ronda and Cueva del Gato, while Ronda Bullring Museum and Museo Lara are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Ascari Racetrack or La Rejertilla Turismo Activo. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby swimming, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding, ecotours and cave exploring.
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Ronda, Malaga

What's nearby

  • Reservatauro Ronda - 10 min drive - 5.7 km
  • El Tajo Gorge - 13 min drive - 9.6 km
  • Puente Nuevo Bridge - 15 min drive - 10.1 km
  • Ronda's Arab Baths - 16 min drive - 10.3 km
  • Ascari Racetrack - 18 min drive - 10.3 km

Getting around

  • Ronda Station - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Gastrobar Camelot - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Bar los Cazadores - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪La Niña Adela - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪El Retiro - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Bodega San Francisco - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Lovely 3 bedroom cottage in quiet valley, organic gardens, private fenced pool have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Lovely 3 bedroom cottage in quiet valley, organic gardens, private fenced pool pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lovely 3 bedroom cottage in quiet valley, organic gardens, private fenced pool?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lovely 3 bedroom cottage in quiet valley, organic gardens, private fenced pool?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lovely 3 bedroom cottage in quiet valley, organic gardens, private fenced pool located?

Located in the mountains, this family-friendly cottage is within 6 mi (10 km) of Reservatauro Ronda, El Tajo Gorge, and Puente Viejo. Circulo de Artistas and Cortijo Los Aguilares Winery are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 24 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sonia C.

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

Lugar precioso

Ha sido una estancia super agradable, el lugar es precioso y muy tranquilo. Por poner un pero es el acceso a la casa, aún así valió la pena porque hemos pasado unos días muy agradables, hemos disfrutado de la piscina, sobre todo la peque de la familia. La atención de los dueños fue de 10. En general nos ha encantado todo
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Said Z.

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

Belle maison confortable à la campagne

Ideale pour se reposer et rayonner dans les villages blancs à proximité
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karin L.

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

Wunderschöne Woche

Wir haben eine sehr schöne Ferienwoche in Arriate verlebt. Das Haus war gemütlich und liebevoll eingerichtet. Es hat uns an nichts gefehlt. Die Terrasse mit Blick auf den Pool und den Hügel gegenüber war sehr einladend. Das Vermieterpaar sehr freundlich ,hilfsbereit und zuvorkommend. Die Zeit war viel zu schnell vorbei. Wir würden gerne wiederkommen und können es gut weiterempfehlen
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Petra W.

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

Ruhiges Idyll zum Entspannen

Wir haben uns in dem großzügigen Ferienhaus, in dem alles vorhanden ist, sehr wohl gefühlt. Die Terrasse mit Blick auf die umliegenden Gärten und Zugang zum Swimmingpool lädt zum Entspannen ein. Lies ist eine wunderbare und hilfsbereite Gastgeberin. Nochmal ein großes Dankeschön für die Köstlichkeiten aus dem eigenen Garten, die wir genießen konnten. Wir kommen gerne wieder!
Stayed 12 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hildegard C.

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

heerlijk verblijf

het was een prachtig plekje. ruim huis met een fijne tuin en lekker zwembad.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Elena G.

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

Dos dias para desconectar del mundo

El alojamiento es perfecto para pasar unos días con todas las comodidades y limpio. La única pega que le pondría sería el acceso a la casa. Gracias por todo Lies
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Flora I.

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

Uitstekende begeleiding in zowel nederlands als spaans. Gastvrouw altijd bereikbaar en hulpvaardig.

We hadden een heel fijne tijd in dit mooie huis in een schitterende omgeving. Het was een ongewoon koude januari/februari en daarom was het goed dat er een uitstekend houtkacheltje met grote voorraad hout is.
Stayed 21 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

SYLVIE B.

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

Location au calme

Accès au logement par un chemin escarpé mais notre hôte a eu la gentillesse de venir nous chercher. La location est conforme à la description. Nous avons apprécié le calme, la surface de la maison, la piscine et les légumes du jardin.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Joris V.

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

Zeer geslaagd verblijf

Zeer gezellig huisje, van alle gemak voorzien, op heel mooie locatie. Warm onthaal door de eigenares. Ronda op 15 min rijden.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

MANUEL G.

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

Estancia fenomenal

Sitio estupendo para conocer Ronda y municipios cercanos. La casa es acogedora y con todos los utensilios necesarios, incluyendo barbacoa, chimenea y piscina. La propietaria Lies y su marido, personas estupendas y amables, acogiéndonos muy bien, incluso ofreciéndonos unos obsequios de bienvenida. Sin duda, si vuelvo a ir por la zona, repito en el mismo lugar.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Corinna D.

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

Ruhiges Ferienhaus für Individualisten

Geschmackvoll eingerichtetes, geräumiges und sehr gut ausgestattetes Haus in idyllischer Alleinlage in einem kleinen Tal mit plätscherndem Bach. Sehr freundliche und hilfsbereite Gastgeber, die auch bei der etwas schwierigen Anfahrt helfen. Der Ort Arriate mit guter Infrastruktur inkl. hervorragendem Restaurant fußläufig gut zu erreichen; dort auch Bahnanbindung z.B. nach Ronda. Insgesamt gutes Quartier in Ergänzung zu einem Besuch der eher touristischen Städte Andalusiens.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ellen D.

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

Una gozada

Hemos estado todo el mes de julio seis personas (3 adultos y 3 niños) y lo hemos disfrutado mucho. La casita está bien equipada y los propietarios son muy atentos pero muy respetuosos de la privacidad. Nos dejaban cajitas de verduras del huerto de vez en cuando y nos invitaron a recoger frambuesas. La manera en la que la casa está enmarcada con un monte verde enfrente da una sensación de recogimiento muy agradable. La piscina es una gozada. Fuimos sin coche y estuvimos bien. Íbamos caminando al pueblo (entre 20 minutos y media hora) por un paseo agradable y sin apenas tráfico. Y los dos taxistas del pueblo nos llevaban y traían cuando apretaba demasiado el calor o se nos hacía de noche en el pueblo. Para hacer compras, Lies (o en alguna ocasión su hijo Santiago) fueron tan amables de avisarnos cuando iban a Ronda por si necesitabamos hacer compra. Aunque también hay tiendas en Arriate, para compra grande de supermercado, Ronda está a 15-20 minutos en coche. ¡Arriate fue un descubrimiento! Con bastantes sitios donde comer a muy buen precio y alguno para una ocasión más especial, estupendo también. Un pueblo bonito y tranquilo pero con mucha vida también y la gente muy agradable. También fuimos a Ronda en autobús desde Arriate. Todos lo.disfrutamos mucho y ha sido un verdadero descanso! Gracias, Lies, Francis (y Santiago). Es un sitio para volver.
Stayed 28 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

ROCIO A.

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

Experiencia unica

Hemos estado 4 días y ha sido estupendo, tanto la piscina, como la casa, esta muy bien cuidada y todo muy limpio y tranquilo. Los propietarios muy amables. Esperamos volver a repetir.

8/10 Good

Koen H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Rustige locatie

Mooi zwembad
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Agnes G., Scotland

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

June 2019

Lovely property, very clean and comfortable, good outside space and lovely pool. Owners very friendly. Can walk to village in just over 20 minutes, good location and less than 30 minutes drive to Ronda, which is well worth a visit.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Stefan B.

Wildromantik in den Bergen von Ronda

Sehr schönes Ferienhaus hell, modern und komfortabel eingerichtet lädt zu schönen Ferien in den Bergen von Ronda ein. Üppige Natur und ein bunter Garten sind Grund, um stille Stunden am Vormittag vor dem Haus zu verbringen. Lies und Ihr Mann sind sehr herzlich und kümmern sich angenehm um Ihre Gäste. Gerne kommen wir wieder
Stayed 12 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Heike S.

A Paradise

We spent 10 wonderful days in March enjoying nature, the many birds, and especially the great hosts Lies and Francis who not only gave us lots of fresh vegetables from their garden but were also very, very helpful! From the house it is a beautiful walk to Arriate and only a short drive to Ronda. We also recommend a visit of the reservatauro and had great horse back rides with Sandra from "caballos y vinos". The house provides a fully equipped kitchen and many games and books in different languages as well as a much loved small tent and little chairs for children. As a previous guest stated: the place is gem. We definitely want to come again.
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Marlene G.

tranquilidad y la relajacion

toda en conditione, muchas tranquilidad y la duena es muy agradable y buena. Aquellos mucho mosquitos, necesito moscatera en la ventanas
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Thomas S., Nevada City, California USA

A Gem Outside of Ronda

It's worth driving a little out of the way to find this peaceful and spacious cottage. The home is clean, with comfy bed and a nice shower, perfect for abundant bird watching or reading on the patio by the pool.. Stay out for dusk to enjoy the bats! The owners live next door and were very gracious and hospitable, available if needed but not intrusive. Plus, we were intending to spend our time in Ronda but the town where this home is located, Arriate, was a gem discovery so we split our time between both. We lucked out and stumbled upon the annual Fiesta en el Aire---truly fabulous!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Machteld V.

lovely house and peaceful quiet surroundings

We had a wonderful week in a lovely house in a beautiful and peaceful surroundings. Recommended for those who love nature and tranquility! Beautiful surroundings for hiking and cycling! GM september 2015
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Stefan H.

Relaxing holidays at a fabulous place

Thanks to Lies' perfect description, we found the house very easy! It's a lovely place! It's quite clean, plenty of room... We've been welcomed very friendly with a big pack of potatoes and vegetables from the garden. Our Kids loved the pool! Every day they jumped in, after our tours to Ronda and many sightseeing all around. Whenever we come back to Andalusia, it's sure we stay here again!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

michael s.

Wonderful dream of a place

My wife and I stayed here for two months with our boys, ages 4 and 6, in 2010. It was one of the most wonderful vacations of our lives. The cottage is wonderful and pool perfect for our boys. Lies and her husband were just great hosts. We walked to town every day, hiked the hills, and took the bus to Ronda once a week. The organic farm is a great thing for children to see. We fed the chickens with our table scraps. If you would like a quiet getaway in a gorgeous setting, with wonderful hosts, and a short ride to Ronda, this is the perfect place! We miss our time there and hope to go back some time.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Karen Eunson

a lovely week near Arriate

We spent a week at this lovely house which was clean and well-equipped. The owners were very helpful buying in supplies for us as we arrived on a national holiday. We also enjoyed the organic vegetables they supplied. We all loved the swimming pool and terrace. Arriate was a lovely small town in walking distance and we had some great day trips to Setenial de Las Bodegas and Cueva de la Pileta. Would thoroughly recommend this for familes. A feast of good books and games were also supplied.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Quiet and nice place to stay. Loved the garden!

Wonderful pool and lovely stay with kids and family. Lots to do in the area but also nice to stay at the house. Beautiful surrounding.

About the host

Hosted by Lies Wajer

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Francisco was born and raised in Ronda. He knows the country very well and is a passionate lover of nature and organic farmer. Lies is Dutch and came from Amsterdam to live in Andalusia in 1995. Both their son Santiago was born in 1998.
Francis and Lies try to live as self-sufficient as possible. Francis maintains and processes the gardens, while the Lies rents out the, for this purpose built holiday home. She will also do the odd jobs and is dedicated to art photography.

This house is ideal for nature lovers, families, birdwatchers, walkers and anyone looking for a relaxing place to spend their holidays. And to make communication a lot easier Francis speaks English while Lies fluent Dutch, Spanish and English speaking, can express herself reasonably well in French and understands German and Portuguese (but speaks less fluently!)

Why they chose this property

When they came to live in the valley in 1999, it was a bare plot of land only used for breeding goats. But they immediately recognized its potential and fell in love with the peaceful tranquility that the valley breathes.

While trying to make a living and raising their son, over the years and step by step, they have tried to develop the place to be a perfect holiday spot for everyone from all over the world who looks for comfortable holidays.

What makes this property unique

The valley has a peaceful and a very rural feel. You are 'off the world', but within walking distance from civilization. And because you are surrounded by an organic vegetable garden, you can profit from the availability of all seasonal homegrown produce.

The fascinating city of Ronda is centrally located for trips to Seville, Granada, Cordoba, Cadiz, Malaga and the Costa del Sol.

Summers know long warm days and cool nights. And in winter you breathe the fresh clean mountain air of Ronda.

A big plus for families with small children as the pool is securely fenced. Moreover, it is home to small children prepared with toys, books, cot and high chair and little 'fragile decorative objects '..

Languages:

English, French, German, Spanish, Portuguese, Dutch