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Romantic, Private, Peaceful Villa in Gaucin With Breathtaking Views To Morocco

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The pool, Genal valley, Rock of Gibraltar, Djebel Musa in Morocco
Still, summer day in the pool, Gibraltar and Djebel Musa (Morocco) beyond
The villa from the pool
Shade in the afternoon for sunbeds, table and chairs
From the terrace at sunset, shady in the summer and cosy in the winter

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 102152.8 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Map
Gaucín, AL
  • Castillo del Aguila
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Finca Cortesin Golf Club
    ‪42 min drive‬
  • Estepona Beach
    ‪54 min drive‬
  • Gibraltar (GIB)
    ‪63 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 4

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Romantic, Private, Peaceful Villa in Gaucin With Breathtaking Views To Morocco

Villa Djebel Musa is a romantic, beautifully maintained, architect-designed villa with an infinity pool. The garden is a mixture of mature exotic palms amongst the rocks as well as wild olives and carobs filled with many songbirds on a hillside at the southern edge of the pretty 'white village' of Gaucin.

"The best view we have seen in Spain" said one travel company. "A truly stunning property with 'wow factor'!" (If your preferred dates are already booked, we have a new property next door with the same views and an infinity pool - "Villa Estrella Gaucin").

Gaucin is 600 metres (2000 ft) above sea level and the secluded villa and pool afford spectacular open views down the Genal River valley to the Mediterranean and North Africa beyond. The altitude moderates temperatures in the summer compared to the coast or inland Spain. It is maintained and equipped to a high standard.

Double-height open-plan living room with minstrels' gallery leads to a large covered veranda. Archway to the large dining room which leads to its own covered dining terrace.

4 of the 5 bedrooms and the main living rooms have French windows onto their own terrace or balcony and there are other terraces around the garden.

Terracotta floors, bright rugs, Moroccan pots, comfortable seating inside and out, Satellite TV, WiFi, flowers, views, birds, sunshine!

If your dates are not available, we also manage the neighbouring villa which is new this year and has the same views and an infinity pool. On the VRBO website it is titled "Luxurious, Private, Villa in Gaucin".

A few extra notes:
- We have a gardener who visits very early morning in hot weather to water pots, a daily pool-cleaner, a multilingual House Manager and two lovely cleaners.
- The villa has secure off-street parking for 2 cars. Further cars can be easily parked nearby.
- The base price indicated per night or week is based on 6 people staying. For each additional person up to a max of 10 there is an extra charge to cover laundry and cleaning. The "Host Fee" in your quote is the final cleaning charge.
- Flat screen TV with Internet television & collection of Blu Ray films.
- The village centre is only a few minutes walk for tapas, restaurants, shops.
- Children are welcome but parents must consider that there are stairs down to the swimming pool and steep drops below the pool so young children will need constant supervision.

Property manager

Mark & Star Bennett
Premier Host

Languages

English, French, Spanish

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:30 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Parents must ensure children's safety at all times
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
Please contact us
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Smoking is only allowed outside, not in the house
No bathroom towels by the pool please, only colored pool towels
To avoid wind damage, please close pool umbrellas when leaving the pool area.
Do not sit on sofas in the house with wet swimsuits as this stains the covers.

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
This property uses solar energy
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number VTAR/MA/00607

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed GBP 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

Gaucin

Located in Gaucin, this villa is in a rural area and in the mountains. Finca Cortesin Golf Club and Estepona Golf are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Pileta Caves and Estepona Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Estepona Orchidarium, or check out an event or a game at Riding Fun In The Sun. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby swimming, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails, horse riding and mountain climbing.
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Gaucín, AL

What's nearby

  • Castillo del Aguila - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Finca Cortesin Golf Club - 42 min drive - 30.6 km
  • Estepona Golf - 50 min drive - 31.0 km
  • Estepona Port and Marina - 52 min drive - 40.4 km
  • Estepona Beach - 54 min drive - 42.4 km

Getting around

  • Cortes de la Frontera Station - 32 min drive
  • Gibraltar (GIB) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Antiguo Bar Nuevo - ‬30 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Mi Cortijo - ‬30 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante la Raiz - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Los Claveles - ‬32 min drive
  • ‪Café-Bar 'el HACHO - ‬16 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Romantic, Private, Peaceful Villa in Gaucin With Breathtaking Views To Morocco have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Romantic, Private, Peaceful Villa in Gaucin With Breathtaking Views To Morocco pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Romantic, Private, Peaceful Villa in Gaucin With Breathtaking Views To Morocco?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Romantic, Private, Peaceful Villa in Gaucin With Breathtaking Views To Morocco?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Romantic, Private, Peaceful Villa in Gaucin With Breathtaking Views To Morocco located?

Located in the mountains, this family-friendly villa is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Castillo del Aguila and 10.8 mi (17.4 km) from Riding Fun In The Sun. Carlos III Fountain and Ermita de la Vera Cruz are also within 16 miles (25 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Claire I.

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

Lovely villa in beautiful area

We had a great week staying at the villa. The views are amazing and we had everything we needed for our holiday. I'd advise any guests with a large car to avoid driving through the village - you can park near the bus stop on the main road and it's less than a 10 min walk.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

John C.

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

Breathtaking Great Owners

We loved Christmas 2024 in Gaucin at this lovely home. The property is just sublime, with views that take your breath away.Mark and Star, the owners, were incredibly helpful and thoughtful with their communication - which made our trip to Spain unforgettable. We highly recommend Maria, a personal chef, who is able to prepare special meals at this property.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

MICHAEL B.

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

Wonderful Location, Views & Property

Gorgeous Spanish style villa, beautifully decorated, very spacious, with a fabulous outdoor dining area and a terrace where you can enjoy the most breath-taking views of the countryside, Gibraltar and Morocco - they are truly stunning. Super pool area and well established gardens ensure you can find sun or shade. The kitchen is to benefit from a refresh this coming Oct/Nov. Helpful and perfect hosts and housekeeper, thank you Mark, Star and Esther for a wonderful, memorable stay.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edie M., Portland

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

Fabulous Views with Great Hiking Trails

I have rented VRBO all over the world and this has to be one of my top picks due to the relaxed vibe, access to nature, and great food options.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laurie R., Overland Park Kansas

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

This home was so beautiful and the views were spectacular! Perfect place to gather with friends !

The property was perfect ! Thank you for such a wonderful setting and stunning views !
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jane Chatham

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

Lovely villa with amazing views

Had a lovely stay here. Well equipped and comfortable
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jaxson K.

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

Fantastic.

A perfect gem, beautiful view, great rooms, lovely little town in the mountains.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Juliet D.

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

Ruby Anniversary Family Holiday

Beautiful spanish property stylishly perched on the side of the hill to make the most of the stunning views down to the coast with Morocco beyond. Plenty of space for a group of family and or friends. Wonderful pool also taking advantage of the amazing views. Loved the village and local walks. Thanks Mark & Star
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Robert H.

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

Amazing location and super house.

Wonderful location, great property, super pool and extremely helpful host. Whilst perfectly serviceable, a couple of the bedrooms and the kitchen would benefit from a refresh.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tim H.

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

Exactly what we were looking for.

Wonderful property with a beautiful view and great location. Would high recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

anne m.

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

Stunning views

So beautiful
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jill C.

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

Incredible views and beautiful villa

The property is very well kept. The views are simply stunning. And is well located on the edge of the village within easy walking distance of amenities, and enough parking space, which isn’t often the case in Gaucin
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tapani R.

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

Amazing place

Its impossible to find any negative things about this property or about the owners. Only negative thing is, that five stars is not enough to tell how amazing place this is.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Petra Jill A.

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

An 80th Birthday Celebration

We were very happy to be staying in such a lovely location We all loved the village of Gauchin and the small supermarkets met all our requirements. We drove down to the coast twice to swim in the sea and enjoy the beaches and even got up early to catch a ferry to spend the day in Tangier. As for the house it lived up to all our expectations and the infinity pool was just lovely with lots of shade/sunny spots around the pool. The well stocked garden was a joy to walk around and was tended by a gardener.We would love to come back one day. Thank you Mark for being the perfect host.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

John I.

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

Beautiful villa and village

A1 location, incredibly relaxed and great hosts, Mark & Star, who happened to be around and asked us for lovely drinks at their other property. So relaxed in fact, that I read 3+ books in a week. Plenty of great eateries, although we did BBQ twice too.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jasmine T.

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

A perfect week with astonishing views

The villa and surrounding area is dreamy. We were two families with 5 children between us and our stay was perfect Mark and Esther were on hand to answer any questions and help with anything that we needed. We cannot wait to spend a week in the mountains again.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael F.

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

Cycling Holiday

Beautiful house in a nice village with many top notch restaurants. Areas to the north offered excellent and varied road cycling. Cycleronda in Ronda offered great suppprt for our cycling holiday.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elanor G., Winchester, UK

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

Fabulous house in perfect location

We loved our stay here - the house was brilliantly equipped and had spectacular views across to the rock of Gibraltar. We spent most days on the patio area by the pool watching the amazing bird life and views while the kids enjoyed the lovely pool. Then a short walk and we were in Gaucin with its great tapas bars and restaurants. This was without doubt one of the best holiday houses we have stayed in.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mark H.

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

Fantastic

No other word needed. Just fantastic. Wish we had stayed longer.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Aaron M.

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

Amazing house with outstanding views!

Fantastic house with amazing views of mountain valley, Gibraltar, Mediterranean, all the way to Morocco! Gaucin in a wonderful village with several bars and restaurants within its narrow winding roads (get a small car) Host was a great communicator and did everything possible to make sure we were happy and comfortable.
Stayed 15 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicole N.

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

Heaven on Earth

There are no words to describe the beauty of this villa. The views are something most see once in a lifetime. Everything is well organized and excellent recommendations are in a large binder. A+++++++
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leslie M.

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

Amazing Villa in the white villages of Andalucia

What a lovely villa and surrounding area! Gaucin was the perfect village for our group - within walking distant and a number of fabulous restaurants to choose from with breathtaking views. But I also would have been content to never leave the grounds. Views are stunning and the pool provided a deep, refreshing respite from the summer heat. Mark was a fantastic host and met our every need. I would go back in a heartbeat!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jacqui B., High Wycombe

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

Fabulous!

A wonderful property but could do with a little updating in one of the bathrooms and the kitchen. But overall it is a great property with nice bedrooms and living spaces and with glorious views towards Gibraltar and Morocco. The pool area is really magnificent as are the outdoor dining areas. It would be difficult to find better elsewhere!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Beautiful villa in wonderful mountain village location with stunning views.

We were not disappointed when arriving at the villa. The property is amazing - spacious and beautifully decorated. As a multi-generational family of 9, we had all we could possibly need. Space, great weather - the grandchildren fully enjoyed the pool, wonderful walks and the most breathtaking and stunning views. When not in the water, the children spent their time vulture spotting. Mark is a superb host and helped us source medical care for a family emergency. He responded quickly to emails and was only a phone call away if needed. We certainly all fell in love with the village and I would highly recommend a stay there.
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew P.

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

Idyllic.

Thank you so much we had a perfect stay. The house is comfortable and works well for a large party. The outdoor spaces are ingeniously designed to maximise the stunning views and absorb the peace. The house and garden is not overlooked despite been so conveniently positioned on the edge of the lively village. There are plenty of restaurants, tapas bars, and shops within an easy stroll. We had a fun, family holiday in a breathtaking setting.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2019

About the host

Hosted by Mark & Star Bennett

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Living in London, we live busy urban lives with our 3 children. One of our aims is to get away more often to the stunning countryside, climate, wildlife and food of the mountains around Gaucin in Southern Spain.

Arriving at the villa in Gaucin lifts our hearts and fills us with energy. Opening the balcony doors in the morning is a special moment every day... or lighting a log fire on a cool winter evening with a book or a film after a home cooked dinner...

We like to cook, eat good food - in or out, walk in the countryside, watch the amazing bird life in this part of Spain and enjoy the friendliness of everyone in this pleasant village. And if we really want the bustle of the beach, its only 40 minutes away.

Why they chose this property

We first came to Gaucin in 1997 and fell in love with the village and the area and rented a villa here the following year too. 17 years on we finally decided to find a villa that combined all the beauty and peace of the countryside yet with the convenience of being in the village with its character and amenities a short walk from the front door.

We are very lucky to have found this wonderful villa which combines our need for open air, countryside and wide vistas with village life. The architect designed the villa to maximise the extraordinary views and ts location.

What makes this property unique

We love being in the countryside (that's all we can see from the house) and can walk into it on "GR" paths 1 minute from the front door - and there is the lush and private garden too. But if we need a fresh loaf of bread, seafood from the village market or a tapas lunch its just a 5 minute walk away... The peace and privacy of this villa match any that we have been to before - but here, we don't have to drive anywhere once we have arrived.

Languages:

English, French, Spanish

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