A tranquil jewel in the Andalucian countryside with beautiful gardens.
The villa is an independent holiday home with complete privacy, adjacent to the owner's home.
It is approximately 30 minutes from the coast and 50 minutes from Malaga airport.
Finca Almendra nestles in the tranquility of the foothills of the Sierra Tejeda Natural Park, one of Spain’s prime walking regions and overlooks the delightful white village of Sayalonga.
Following considerable improvements in September 2021 the 3.5km access road from Sayalonga is mostly concreted.
Local Amenities: Sayalonga has a bus service, shops, chemist, post office, restaurants, bars and public swimming pool. The typical Andalusian plaza where there is a Friday market and is a perfect spot to sit with a drink and watch the world go by!
We are flexible with our rental start dates to enable guests to take advantage of lower cost midweek flights.
Property manager
Chris and Bob Bradley
Premier Host
Languages
English, Spanish
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Amenities
Pool
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Free WiFi
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Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number VTAR/MA/001303
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This property does not have any lifts
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About the area
Sayalonga
Located in Sayalonga, this villa is in a rural area and by the sea. Bodegas Bentomiz and Bodegas Almijara are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Capilla del Agua and Aquavelis Water Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Karting del Sol, or check out an event or a game at Indoor Padel Club Velez Malaga. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain climbing and hiking/biking trails.
Sayalonga, Malaga, AL
What's nearby
Bodegas Bentomiz - 20 min drive - 6.5 km
Plaza Almijara - 20 min drive - 11.2 km
Balcon de Europa - 39 min drive - 29.4 km
El Morche Beach - 69 min drive - 30.1 km
Burriana Beach - 76 min drive - 41.9 km
Getting around
Málaga (AGP) - 60 min drive
Restaurants
Bar Cerezo - 17 min drive
Bodegas Bentomiz - 20 min drive
Venta el Molino - 33 min drive
bar Juanete - 15 min drive
La Tapería - 20 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does A tranquil jewel in the Andalucian countryside with beautiful gardens. have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.
Is A tranquil jewel in the Andalucian countryside with beautiful gardens. pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at A tranquil jewel in the Andalucian countryside with beautiful gardens.?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at A tranquil jewel in the Andalucian countryside with beautiful gardens.?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is A tranquil jewel in the Andalucian countryside with beautiful gardens. located?
Located by the sea, this family-friendly villa is within 6 mi (10 km) of Los Arcos, Fuente Árabe, and Bentomiz Castle. City Council of Arenas and Bodegas Bentomiz are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
We had a wonderful, restful holiday. Bob and Chris were perfect hosts - there when needed but never intrusive. Although my limited mobility meant that we couldn't fully enjoy the gardens, the facilities were perfect.
Willie M.
Stayed 17 nights in Oct 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
Tom W.
3 Nov 2016
Perfect, peaceful, picturesque
Lovely villa, great views of the hills and the sea beyond. Clean well appointed villa, lots of different outside places to sit and read, watch the views.
Beautiful views, spotless property and lovely garden. We had a very relaxing 12 days here - much needed 'time out' during an extended tour of Europe. Bob and Chris were very kind, happy to help when we needed it, but also respected our privacy so we never felt 'overlooked'.
We stayed in late May/early June and although there is no air conditioning, the pedestal fans were fine for keeping everyone comfortable. Note that there is no conventional oven (so don't arrive with a pile of frozen pizzas like we did!) and remember to pack the insect repellent for outside.
Guin M.
Stayed 12 nights in May 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
8/10 Good
john C.
17 June 2015
A great place to stay
We spent two very relaxing and lazy weeks at Finca Almendra.The Finca was lovely, spotlessly clean and very well equipped with all utensils and cutlery. The views over the mountains and down the valley are wonderful.
The owners Bob and Chris are very welcoming and have a great knowledge of the area and restaurants.
This is a great place to stay if you want to get away/ from the stress of every day life.
A wonderful place to stay.
John and Jenny.
We had an amazing and much needed holiday. Chris, Bob and Chica are fantastic hosts.
The villa is attached to Chris and Bobs home, they are always on hand/ contactable if needed. They respect your privacy, unlike Chica who will run into your villa, jump up on the couch and demand a belly rub (no problem at all).
The dirt road was a bit tricky on the first attempt but soon you’ll find that you time yourself and try to set a personal record (10mins for me).
The area is beautiful and you will not be disturbed. Saylonga is the nearest town and is picturesque. Some nice wee restaurants in the square which we visited a few times. And there’s a husky pup which sits in one of he newsagents on the main road. Definitely worth a look.
I can’t remeber the name of the beaches we visited but they were small coves with only a handful of people on each beach. Unsure as to whether or not they were nuddy beaches, so go with an open mind.
Thanks again to Chris and Bob for their advice and recommendationsC and for their hospitality and company on the last night.
11/11
We spent a lovely 8 days at Finca Almendra. After navigating the track for the first time we arrived at the villa and were immediately able to drop our bags and enjoy the pool area and beautiful views of the late afternoon. We had stocked up with groceries on the way to the property so we filled the large fridge with provisions and also enjoyed the homemade loaf which had been left in the villa for us.
The kids enjoyed the games and lego and often spent time indoors when the sun was at its hottest. There is good shade around the pool, consisting of two large sun shades and four loungers which can be moved to take advantage of the natural shade of the trees. Chris and Bob are very discreet and gave us lots of privacy even though the pool area is right in front of their part of the property. They were available for advice and a chat when needed and otherwise we had our own space. They didn't seem to mind at all when the kids made loud noise playing around the pool!! Bob is particularly useful for local info and ideas of where to visit and local events. We enjoyed lots of community events in Sayalonga during our stay in mid - late August.
From a practical point of view, the villa is well equipped and anything else you need can be easily purchased at the local supermarkets. There are ample towels for use in the bathroom but you should bring your own pool towels for use outdoors. We used the fans during the nighttime as it was very hot when we stayed, the kids seemed to cope fine with that and if the shutters are open, there is enough air flowing through to get a good night's sleep.
There is a beautiful breakfast terrace which we used every morning for our coffee and pastries. When we ate lunch and dinner we used the indoor table and stored all bread and food well wrapped up or in the fridge to make sure the ants weren't attracted to come in!
Overall a great experience and would recommend for anyone looking for a quiet, away from it all holiday, not too far from the coast. Chris and Bob are excellent hosts. We must also mention the gardens which are absolutely immaculate and must take a lot of maintenance and attention to keep in such good order.
Nous avons passė 2 belles semaines avec Chris et Bob très sympas. La maison est très bien situėe, au calme. Elle est bien équipée, très propre. Tout était parfait. Ils nous ont donné des renseignements pour visiter. La piscine est très appréciable. Nous reviendrons très certainement
Sehr nette Vermieter, die auch in der Finca wohnen und immer gute Tipps zu Ausflügen und Restaurants haben. Die Finca liegt ca. 15 min mit dem Auto von Sayalonga entfernt, der Weg ist etwas abenteuerlich, aber nach 2 bis 3 Fahrten gewöhnt man sich daran. Die Wohnung liegt im hinteren Teil der Finca, so dass nan die Aussicht vom Pool nicht von der eigenen Terasse genießen kann. Die Wohnung ist für 4 Personen gut ausgestattet, aber ohne Grill und Spülmaschine. Mückenschutz nicht vergessen! Malaga ist 50 min entfernt und Nerja 30 min. Die Gegend bietet gute Wandermöglichkeiten.
Schöne Finca, sehr netter Gastgeber, interessante Anfahrt.
Die Finca ist wirklich schön und recht abgelegen. Tipp1: nehmt einen kompakten Mietwagen mit nicht zu niedriger Motorleistung. Die Anfahrt zur Finca hat einige „erster Gang“ Passagen. Fahranfängern ist die Anfahrt eher nicht zu empfehlen.
Bob und Chris, die Vermieter, die direkt nebenan leben, sind sehr nett und haben hilfreiche Tipps für Ausflüge und Restaurants in der Umgebung.
Fincas in Andalusien haben eines gemeinsam: Ameisen. Davon hatten wir hier etwas mehr als gewöhnlich. Nach einigen Tagen und dem Einsatz eines wirkungsvollen Sprays haben wir das in den Gruff bekommen. Tipp2: Lasst einfach keine Speisen oder Speisenreste rumstehen.
Der Pool: liegt in einem sehr schönen Garten mit zauberhaftem Ausblick auf das weiße Dorf Sayalonga und durch das Tal bis zum Meer. Wir haben die Abende genossen, mit Sternen- und Satellitenbeobachtung. Toll!
Tipp3: Nutzt die gute Lage der Finca, um interessante Tagesausflüge zu machen. Wir waren in Torre Del Mar, Malaga, Marbella, Algarrobo Costa und, das Highlight, Ronda. Aber auch Granada, Córdoba oder Sevilla kann man in 2-3 Stunden erreichen.
Chris und Bob haben einen Hund, die Chica. Die hat uns häufiger besucht und ist richtig süß.
Fazit: Wer mit der Interessenten Anfahrt gut klar kommt findet in der Villa Almendra einen sehr schönen Urlaubsort mit netten Vermietern und unglaublich gut riechender Wäsche. Bob ist allgegenwärtig und für die Mieter ein angenehmer Ansprechpartner.
Mooi en schoon huisje naast dat van de eigenaren Bob en Chris. Hele aardige mensen die je met alle hulp en tips bijstaan en je verwelkomen met eigen gebakken brood en taart. Het uitzicht is van alle kanten geweldig. Je kunt er de hele dag naar kijken. Het is echt een plekje om heerlijk tot rust te komen!
Zum Abschalten vom Alltag sehr empfehlenswert, man kann direkt vom Haus aus wandern. Viele Wanderziele sind nach kurzer Autofahrt zu erreichen. Traumhafte Landschaft. Sehr nette Vermieter.
We loved our stay at Bob and Chris’ finca Almendra. They were gracious and warm hosts - who not only have a marvelous home - but are also full of great tips for outings, hikes and restaurants. We felt very much at home during our stay. The pool is fabulous and the finca is lovely, it has everything you need for a great vacation. Plus they also have the cutest dog: Chica, so bonuspoints for her.
Will recommend this to everyone and hopefully will come back sometime in the future.
Well equipped villa with everything you need. Beautiful view, nice pool en Chris en Bob are very friendly people. We were there in july and it was very hot. Above 30 degrees, airconditioning is really needed, because the temperature in the house was rising each day. We enjoyed every day and the road to the villa is challenging. First time a bit tricky, but is becomes easier every day. Chris and Bob thx for all your concerns.
Ron en Daniël from Holland
ron w.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
8/10 Good
Antonio Jesús S.
18 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Vacaciones en la Axarquia
En términos generales muy contentos con la estancia. Un lugar para desconectar de todo. La casa muy bien. Lo peor el carril para llegar hasta la casa (no recomendable para ir de noche ) y que el porche junto a la piscina es de los propietarios que viven allí.
Finca mit beeindruckenden Blick auf die Berge und das Mittelmeer
Die Finca gehört einem englischen Ehepaar, Chris und Bob, und ist direkt an das Haupthaus angebaut. Chris und Bob leben dort seit 16 Jahren und kennen die Umgebung so gut das sie viele gute Tipps geben können für Ausflüge ins Umland oder wo man was am Besten bekommt. Die Finca ist so gebaut das man auch außerhalb seine eigenen Bereiche nutzen kann zum Beispiel eine eigene Frühstücksterasse mit Markise. Die Umgebung ist ruhig und man kann gut entspannen.
Beautiful Villa in the raw mountains- Pool and sea view - stunning nature and flower garden
It was a fantastic stay in the finca Almendra on the mountain, very detailled beauty in the garden, many flowers, a small beautiful waterfall, many unique chill areas, beautiful couple which lives also on the area and is very polite, pleasant, helpful and warm hearted.
I was very happy to have Bob and Chris and their old dog lady around, to have nice chats with.
I can highly recommend this beautiful flat on the very unique, extraordinary nature ranch!
It is on a hill, without any people- just YOU and the NATURE 💫🌊🌿⛰🏝
The energy in this spot is very high, for everyone which is connected to Mother Nature, and wants time alone.
Super for hiking, naturelover and people who love to see beauty in every Details in nature.
Best regards from Germany
Julia 💫✨
Julia Z.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022
10/10 Excellent
Jürgen M., Ludwigsburg, Baden-Württemberg, Deutschland
Eine wunderbare Finca, zum erholen ! Der Ausblick ,ins Tal, ist wunderbar ! Sehr Liebe Vermieter
Die Finca, in Sayalonga ist ein Traum, für alle , die Spaß haben, mal etwas anderes , zu erleben! Wir haben, jeden Tag, den Blick ins Tal genossen.Die wunderschönen Wanderungen, auch zur Küste,ist es, nicht weit. Danke an Chris und Bob , die uns versorgt haben, mit reichlich Info Material, um auch kulturelle Gegebenheiten kennenzulernen. Wir haben , uns sehr wohl gefühlt, jederzeit wieder!
Jürgen M.
Stayed 17 nights in Mar 2022
2/10 Terrible
Pilar S.
1 Sept 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, communication
Disliked: Location, listing accuracy
La casa no se encuentra a kilométro y medio del centro de Sayalonga.
En el anuncio se explica que la casa se encuentra a kilómetro y medio de Sayalonga, no es cierto. Para acceder a la casa hay que recorrer uno de los dos caminos de acceso sin asfaltar con los que se puede llegar. En cualquier caso se trata de dos caminos con pendiente a un barranco , subidas y bajadas y se tarda mínimo 10 minutos. En uno de los caminos se pasa incluso por una granja de cabras. La casa está bien, está limpia y Bob y Chris fueron personas amables con nosotros. Aún así decidimos no quedarnos más de una noche en su finca porque no llevábamos comida para más días y aquello está alejadísimo de todo, y con un acceso que nosotros consideramos peligroso, circular por esos caminos una vez anochezca es una temeridad, y yo que llevo conduciendo desde los 19 años lo hice con muchísimo miedo. Repito que la descripción del acceso a a la finca no corresponde con la realidad.
Hemos pasado dos semanas extraordinarias en un entorno increíble. Impresionantes vistas desde la piscina a toda la zona montañosa alrededor de Sayalonga.
Bob y Chris nos han atendido de maravilla y nos han facilitado mucho las cosas. Gracias por vuestra hospitalidad.
Sitio perfecto si buscas desconectar y alejarte de las aglomeraciones pero a su vez a 15 minutos de preciosas playas y paseos marítimos con movimiento. A 10 minutos de la casa tienes el centro de Sayalonga, pueblo blanco, bonito para pasear por sus calles.
La ubicación de la casa en cuanto a vistas es impresionante, también está bien ubicada para visitar, Nerja, Frigiliana, Málaga capital, etc... La casa está genial, Bob, Chris y Chica son muy buenos anfitriones. En la piscina se está de cine y los desayunos y las cenas en el porchecito de lujo.
Lo único que me asustó un poco el primer día fue el camino hasta llegar a la casa... y digo el primer día porque la verdad que una vez que lo recorres te das cuenta que no es para tanto y te atreves hasta a conducirlo de noche ;-) jejeje lo dicho, la tercera vez no es para tanto.
Todo fue genial!
Nach einer Woche in Andalusia Sayalonga, sind wir hellauf begeistert. Wir bewerten die Finca insgesamt mit 5 Sternen. Sauberkeit, Lage und Super Gastgeber. Wir waren 7 Tage dort, die Anreise zur Finca war jeden Tag aufs Neue ein Erlebnis (ein Geländefähiges Auto wäre hier von Vorteil). Die Vormittage bis zur Abendsonne verbrachten wir in der Finca und im Pool. Der Pool ist sehr groß und kühlte uns jeden Tag von dem wunderschönen Wetter ab. Die Abende verbrachten wir an naheliegende Küsten. Dort aßen wir zu Abend an den wunderschönen Strandpromenaden. Abschließend können wir sagen, dass dieser Urlaub echt Erholung war und wir sehr zufrieden waren mit der Auswahl dorthin zu Reisen.
Chris und Bob haben eine wunderschöne Finca in mitten eines Paradies. Wir bedanken uns für eine tolle Gastfreundlichkeit.
Die Anfahrt war sehr abenteuerlich aber aufgrund der guten Beschreibung was das Haus leicht zu finden. Von den Vermietern wurden wir sehr freundlich aufgenommen und über alles rundum informiert.
Ein schöner uns ruhig gelegener Ort um auszuspannen und abzuschalten mit einel tollen Blick bis zum Meer.
Un paraje para descansar y recargar energías en familia
El alojamiento esta muy bien con todas las comodidades que necesitas para pasar varios días si quieres, sin salir del mismo. Tiene una piscina con unas vistas a la sierra de la Axarquia que te invitan a pasar horas contemplando.
Los inquilinos viven en la misma villa pero su presencia no interrumpe a penas la estancia allí y son muy majos.
Recomendable ir con un vehículo un poco alto ya que el camino de acceso a la villa es muy abrupto por la sierra (no es para compactos y deportivos).
Nous avons passé un agréable séjour dans cette villa implantée sur un flanc de montagne. La piscine surplombe la vallée avec un visuel lointain sur la mer et sur le village de Sayalonga situé à moins de 15 min. Le jardin est magnifique, très fleuri et doté d'arbres fruitiers.
La proximité des propriétaires est un atout, très gentil et discret, ils nous ont apporté de nombreux conseils(randonnée, restaurants, magasins, souvenirs...). L 'accès de Sayalonga à la propriété est original, la route est carrossable et sinueuse avec quelques tronçons bétonnés.Une réfection est prévue prochainement.
julien g.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2020
About the host
Hosted by Chris and Bob Bradley
Why they chose this property
We have created a tranquil jewel with beautiful gardens in the Andalucian countryside with a five star rating for amenities and hospitality.
What makes this property unique
We are flexible with our rental start dates to enable guests to take advantage of lower cost midweek flights.
Languages:
English, Spanish
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests