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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 123444.4 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace
  • Dryer

Explore the area

Map
Tarifa, AL
  • Zahara de los Atunes Beach
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Bolonia
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Bolonia Beach
    ‪40 min drive‬
  • Algeciras (AEI-Algeciras Heliport)
    ‪69 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed and 1 Single Futon

Bedroom 2

3 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Double Bed

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom Bedroom 4 Ensuite

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

Bathroom for Bedroom 5

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

Family Bathroom

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

Guest Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Master Bathroom Ensuite

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

Spaces

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

About this property

“Discover One of the BEST Villas in Andalusia” The Times UK

Mentioned in The Times UK and Architectural Digest Spain as one of the best luxury holiday rentals in Andalusia!

Villa Alta Vista is an impressive Andalusian style home perched on a hill and offers absolutely stunning views out to the Atlantic, yet only a short walk down to the 12 kilometres of white, pristine, sandy beaches of Zahara de los Atunes. This gorgeous home is fully equipped with air conditioning and central heating for year round use and is spread across three floors to provide guests plenty of space. Perhaps most enticing is the stunning pool area complete with an extra large luxury jacuzzi and heated pool overlooking the sea that comfortably accommodates 12 adults. Both the pool and jacuzzi have magnificent sea views and enjoy incredible sunsets. There is also a game room complete with foosball, air hockey and darts, as well as a fabulous outdoor table tennis area. Magnificent entertainment for everyone! The gardens have various fruit trees and the gated parking area easily accommodates 3-4 cars.

Villa Alta Vista contains 5 spacious double bedrooms sleeping up to 12 guests, 4 modern bathrooms with thermostatic showers (two of which are en-suite), and 1 guest toilet. It also has 2 fully equipped kitchens with Nespresso machines, 3 large terraces overlooking the sea and pool area, outdoor shower, table tennis facilities, BBQ, lounge chairs and plenty of outdoor seating for the entire group.

Fully equipped and modern, it is fitted with WIFI and high speed internet throughout the house and also has satellite TVs with international programming in each bedroom and the living room. Bath towels, bed linens and hair dryers are provided for guest use. Beach chairs and beach towels are also available. For your laundry needs, there is a full sized Bosch washer and Bosch tumble dryer in the utility room and a line dryer outside for hanging delicates. For added comfort and convenience, bathroom toiletries and house cleaning supplies are all kept in stock for guest use.

Perfectly located, with gorgeous views and privacy. It’s only a 5 minute walk down to the beach and 10 minutes drive to the town centre of Zahara de los Atunes. To ensure guests have top notch local staff present to attend to any needs or services required throughout their stay, Villa Alta Vista is professionally managed by a local agency in Zahara de los Atunes. They can help arrange any extras you may wish for your stay, such as mid stay house cleanings, ironing, etc.

Security: Villa is gated and has an outdoor security camera in car park area for security purposes.

Amendments: Amendments to dates can be made up to 30 days prior to arrival, subject to availability.

Cancellations: 100% refund up to 60 days before check in. 50% refund up to 30 days before check in. No refunds less than 30 days.

Activities: beach sports, water sports, hiking, cycling and horseback riding.

Excursions: Day trips to Vejer de la Frontera for seeing the spectacular white villages of Andalusia (20 minutes by car), Bolonia to see the Roman ruins of Baelo Claudia (20 minutes drive), Jerez for sherry tours (1 hr. by car), Seville and Malaga for a city break (2 hours by car), Tarifa for its wind surfing and boho village (40 minutes by car), or you can take a short ferry trip from Tarifa to Tangier, Morocco, for camel riding and shopping at the Medina.

Golf: The perfect weather conditions of this region allow for fantastic year round golfing. There are some great golf courses within reach, such as Montenmedio with its 6.260 meters, 18 holes and par 72 and is only 20km away.

Airports: There are several airports in the area: Jerez (1 hour), Gibraltar (1 hour), Malaga (2 hours), and Seville (2 hours)to book28 - 4 Septembe

Property manager

Nanette Hinterreither
Premier Host

Languages

English, Spanish
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Amenities

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Dryer
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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 28
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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking allowed

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 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 and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number VFT/CA/000601

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed USD 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

Tarifa

Located on the beach, this villa is in Urbanización Atlanterra, a neighbourhood in Tarifa. Tuna Museum and NMAC Foundation are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Bolonia and Torre del Tajo. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Tarifa, AL

What's nearby

  • Atlanterra Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Zahara de los Atunes Beach - 13 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Bolonia - 16 min drive - 9.2 km
  • Archaeological Ensemble of Baelo Claudia - 38 min drive - 36.5 km
  • Bolonia Beach - 40 min drive - 36.4 km

Getting around

  • Gibraltar (GIB) - 90 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪La Luna - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Zokarrá - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Miramar Bolonia - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Bar Castillete - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪La Esquina de Catalina - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does “Discover One of the BEST Villas in Andalusia” The Times UK have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is “Discover One of the BEST Villas in Andalusia” The Times UK pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at “Discover One of the BEST Villas in Andalusia” The Times UK ?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at “Discover One of the BEST Villas in Andalusia” The Times UK ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is “Discover One of the BEST Villas in Andalusia” The Times UK located?

Nestled on the beach, this Urbanización Atlanterra villa is within a 10-minute walk of Cueva de las Orcas and Atlanterra Beach. Playa de Agua de En Medio and Zahara de los Atunes Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Anne M.

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

Excellent in all respects

This was a family event/vacation for eleven people ranging in age from 3 to 77 from different places in Europe and North America. The lovely villa was ideal with pools and beach nearby. It was beautifully equipped with everything for meals and games, etc for children. Our host, Nanette could not have been more helpful or gracious.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Louis A.

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

Great experience, Lovely hosts following up every necessary step of the way. Unbeatable location

We loved the house, the great management by the hosts and the team managing the property. The beautiful views, the easy access to the beach, the great pool area our kids loved. Can’t recommend more
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jan-Lukas L.

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

Beautiful house with awesome equipment

We were a group of ten (6 adults and 4 kids) and had an amazing time. The precommunication and check-in were very well organized. There was so much cool equpment for the kids to play with (board games, pool and beach toys and even normal toys) and so many places to chill out with an incredible view for the adults. We would definitely come back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Pamela W.

Lovely, well equipped villa

We very much enjoyed our two weeks in this delightful property. The location is excellent with wonderful views overlooking the Atlantic.it Is also within 5 minutes walk of the main beach and a five minute drive to the restaurants in zahara. There are also some very nice bars and restaurants in the near vicinity.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Marla B.

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

Family Celebration

The property is gorgeous and so well stocked with absolutely everything you need. The communication from the property management was very helpful and responsive. We had a lovely multi-generational vacation. The city is beautiful and offers lovely restaurants and bars. Highly recommend the property!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim F.

Spectacular!

Alta Vista was the most spectacular house! Nanette was an amazing host-she even arranged the most delicious dinner for us with a local chef from 21 Restaurant. Would highly recommend this property. Great, responsive host, great location and the best view I have ever seen!! Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jahnavi R.

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

Friends/family vacation

Excellent location within walking distance to beach. Villa was very thoughtfully stocked with all necessities for short and long stays (toiletries, cleaning supplies, kitchen utensils and basic cooking provisions, beach equipment, etc.). Nanette the host was very easy to reach and quick to resolve issues. A perfect holiday home that we would love to return to!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kieran C., London, United Kingdom

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

Great stay

We had a long weekend here to celebrate 40th birthdays. We had a great time. The property was fantastic, the beach is great, and there are a couple of nearby shops for essentials. Nanette and Joke (the agent) were fantastically helpful and always checked in with us to make sure things are how they should have been. Features and spec of the house are great and I'd definitely recommend it to anyone considering the property.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Bura P.

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

Beautiful Place with overhelming Backdrop

I wanna thanks Nanette for the amaizing communication before, during and after our stay at this beautiful place. It was exactly as described. Very nice and clean rooms, lots of useful kitchen utensils, bathrooms equipped with shampoos and shower gel and a table tennis table that was a lot of fun in the group. We lacked nothing in this accommodation. This view, with this overwhelming backdrop, leaves nothing to be desired! We would love to come back again and again! We are looking forward to the next time! Best wishes, Patrick
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marisa H., Dubai

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

Wonderful stay

Where do I start? We had such an amazing stay! The view is unbeatable from the terrace on every floor. The pool is a perfect temperature and the jacuzzi so relaxing. The villa has everything for everyone- games room, yoga mats umbrellas, beach chairs- because the beach is just a few mins walk away. The kitchen is fully equipped- all adds up to a relaxing stay . Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emma B.

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

Best villa we’ve ever stayed in

I knew the villa was going to be amazing, having read all the reviews, but it really IS amazing! Nanette was so helpful at every point, even organising a last-minute drop-off meal for our event from the local restaurant. The villa was immaculate, and was very well equipped. The hot-tub was such a bonus as we had 3 young children (3,4,6) who treated it like a baby pool. I would recommend to anyone.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sally M.

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

Alta Vista is UNFORGETTABLE!

I don’t know where to begin to explain how magical and special a week we had at this gorgeous home. Special thank you to Nanette for being such a helpful and responsive host from beginning to after check out. The house has everything you need, so you can sit back and relax and take in the view. We were four adults and five children and there was lots to do for everyone! The view of the ocean from every room was breathtaking. There are a few restaurants and shops in walking distance, but the village with the majority of shops and restaurants is about 2 miles away and easy to drive or call taxi. Travelers should note that Zahara seemed to be a vacation spot primarily for Spanish residents -so not touristy at all. Which we enjoyed!! We hated leaving after a short week and look forward to returning to this one in a million spot.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kate L.

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

Exceeded expectations!

Nanette's home far exceeded our expectations. It was beautiful inside and outside. While we spent the majority of our time enjoying the yard, the interior details including the shower and kitchen were amazing. Nanette and Joke were also incredibly helpful. They helped us with dinner recommendations, planning a sailing trip, and coordinating a welcome basket delivery. They were awesome and made our trip extra special. Would highly recommend this property, thank you Nanette and Joke!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

florence s.

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

Exceeded expectations

Our family included 12 people from ages 6 to 82 and it was the perfect location for all of us. The layout of the house was wonderful and the view was spectacular. The details provided for our comfort was beyond our expectations. Nanette was amazing in communicating with us right from the beginning and until our departure. She gave us valuable assistance with restaurant suggestions and reservations as well as any information we wanted about the community. We would be delighted to return there again in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christina R.

Spectacular Beach House for our Family Vacation

Alta Vista was perfect for our large family group. We were in awe of this house and its setting. The views are stunning and we won't soon forget the sunsets. The house comfortably accommodated all 12 of us. We especially appreciated the beautiful, large dining table and outside seating that allowed us to all dine together. This house was by far the best stocked home we ever rented. The owner, Nanette, thinks of everything and is incredibly responsive. She truly wanted us to have a good experience and we certainly did. Every other day we took day trips to places like Seville, Granada, Gibraltar, and Morocco but we so enjoyed our days at Alta Vista just relaxing by the pool, walking on the beach and hanging out at the local restaurants. We would love to return again!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan H.

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

Beautiful vacation home!

This property and home is truly remarkable. Beautiful pool and jacuzzi overlooking the Spanish coastline. The beach is only 5 minutes away and is relaxing and beautiful. The home itself was updated and clean with multiple beds and bedrooms! We can easily see ourselves coming back with our children and family in the future. The town is very close but be mindful that this is not a typical tourist location, which is both good and bad. Practice your Spanish! There was some construction next door, and although it was completely out of her control, the owner and host went out of her way to ensure us the peaceful vacation time away from our busy lives! Her recommendations and suggestions led us to great food and an amazing adventure in Morocco as well! Hopeful to come back and stay for at least a week next time!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristine P.

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

Yet again…..AMAZING!!!

This is our second time at this property and it still is the most amazing place to stay for all ages! We had such a rough start with our flights from Chicago, Nannette the owner was absolutely FANTASTIC helping us out. Once we got to the house every worry washed away with the beautiful views and the warm ocean breezes. House once again had EVERYTHING a family needed. We travelled with kids ages 7-14. Pool was perfect, the game room was top notch. Ping pong area was SO MUCH fun and well thought out. More than enough room where the kids were busy and adults enjoyed wine on the balcony. It was heaven. You can’t beat Zahara for location world class food, nice drives to Vejer, Gibraltar and more great historical towns. Can I give it a 10 star rating?
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Glenn R., Waukegan, Illinois

A Truly Amazing Villa Overlooking the Atlantic Straits

Nanette's Home, was better than the pictures, if that is possible!. We were in Spain for two and a half weeks and we purposefully made Tarifa our second to the last stop. After the heat of Madrid and Seville this was the perfect home to refresh and recharge for the rest of our journey through Spain. We had side trips planned but we couldn't leave. This was the more luxurious than we expected. The furnishings, finishes, and attention to detail was amazing. We divided our time between the pool and the beach. The grill next to the pool was where we gathered each evening, after a trip into town for fresh fish or steaks. Being able to have dinner on the patio overlooking the sea and enjoying the Sunset was not to be missed. We were an adult family of 8 with more than enough room for everyone to either gather of retreat. 4 full bathrooms and the many bedrooms on different levels allowed for privacy. Everything you could imagine you might need was provided. We wish we could have stayed longer!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2018

8/10 Good

Remo P.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Cool House

The house and the location is areally beautiful. Within minutes you are in the city and the access to the beach in is a good walking distance. There were three downsides regarding our stay. The not communicated construction side next door was awful… If you spend a lot of money for a week, travel across europe and you receive the information 2 days prior to your stay is not ok. The noise was on a level, which was not acceptable . Additonally when we arrived we went for a dive in the pool. Shortly after, some friends of mine cut theier feet, because there was everywhere shattered glas around the pool. From the kitchen down to the pool. So first things first, we cleaned for 1 hour straight until it was safe again. And the somehow the chlor in the whirpool discolored all of our swimsuits.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Trisha M.

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

Beautiful villa with amazing views in great location

Everything was exceptional. The villa, the facilities, the location, the pool, the jacuzzi, the many toys for children, the pool and beach equipment even the gym weights, (that I promised to use but never did as so many other activities to do) every detail was thought about and provided. As an extended family with our 2 sons and their families (with 4 children 5 and under) Alta Vista was the ideal holiday destination. A walk down to the beach was just lovely and the beach bars were a perfect treat. The activities in the surrounding areas were second to none, from kite surfing to amazing horse riding for the grandchildren. Also the surrounding places to visit are certainly worthwhile. Verja de la Frontera is definitely worth a visit. Both Nanette (the owner) and Joke (the agent) were super communicative making sure we had everything we needed. Nanette even recommended restaurant 21 to provide an exceptional dinner for us all on the terrace of Alta Vista. A very memorable evening. There is a building site next door to the villa (who wouldn’t build a villa next door) but the builders are very understanding and it wasn’t disruptive to our enjoyment. I would highly recommend Alta Vista and hope to visit again one day.
Stayed 11 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristine P.

Amazing!!

It was our first time in Spain 🇪🇸! We are from Illinois, USA. Wasn’t quite sure what to expect. Nannette the property owner was absolutely wonderful answering questions about things to do and see to where to eat in the area. Joke, the property manager was amazing person with ANY questions about the house. She was prompt with any issues and so incredibly sweet. Nannette also set us up with Ali from Restaurante 21 in town to come to the house and prepare food for us. It MAGICAL! The food simply out of this world!!!! Can’t recommend it enough. We also travelled with my 11 year old daughter, there were so many activities in the house to do for her, and place to explore. She even found a lemon tree on the property! She loved the many gardens and places to check out. Family ping-pong tournaments were also a laughter filled high light. The house was magnificent and comfortable. Pure luxury in Southern Spain. We had 7 people and felt absolutely comfortable, more than enough room. You will fall in love and not want to leave . I live in Illinois and am missing watching the sunsets while in the jacuzzi with a glass of nice cold Cava. Heaven!! A must book property!!!
Stayed 9 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Eva G.

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

Vacaciones con amigos

La casa esta super bien equipada para pasar unos días estupendos en familia o con amigos, imposible aburrirse. La localización es fantástica, se puede bajar en 5 min a la magnifica playa de Zahara y a 10 min andando se puede ir Playa de los alemanes. Muy recomendable.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clemente G.

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

Increíble!!

Nanette está muy pendiente de la llega y de todos los detalles. Un 10 como anfitriona! La casa es realmente increíble, totalmente equipada y muy cómoda! Repetiremos!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

BLERIM N.

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

Fantastique plage et villa impeccable

Rien à dire le service comme un hôtel Du shampoing fourni aux restes La villa était très bien Et pourtant nous sommes habitués depuis des années à louer villa
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Oksana D., Zurich, Schweiz

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

Paradise

We had a wonderful time at Villa Alta Vista! The house had everything that you needed, the view was incredible (especially the sunset), and the jacuzzi was simnply spectacular. Also, the host were very responsive to our needs and took care of any issue we had quickly.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

About the host

Hosted by Nanette Hinterreither

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We’re originally from the US and Austria, but now live full time in Southern Spain. It's been an incredible opportunity to be able to call Spain home and to be able to be more attentive of our guests here! We look forward to hosting you in this very special part of Spain!

Why they chose this property

Villa Alta Vista has been recognised as one of the top holiday rentals in all of Andalasia because we have put our hearts and souls into thinking about what our guests look for in their holiday rental. Additionally, Villa Alta Vista boasts one of the best vantage points in Atlanterra, with sweeping views of the turquoise waters and mesmerising sunsets and is only a short walk down to the sprawling sandy beaches of Zahara de los Atunes. This gorgeous home has also the perfect combination of modern Andalusian charm. For anyone not familiar with Zahara de los Atunes, this small fishing village located near Tarifa has some of the best beaches in all of Spain-12 km of beautiful white sandy beaches in a family friendly environment. It's is located in Costa de la Luz and showcases the best of Andalusian hospitality!

What makes this property unique

Vast ocean views from nearly every bedroom and living area of the house. Short walk to the beach. Located in an authentic Spanish village. Beautifully maintained and furnished. Privileged location. Responsive Hosts. Fantastic family destination. Gorgeous seafood. It's absolute paradise!

Languages:

English, Spanish

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