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

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10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 10200 sq m

Popular amenities

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

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

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

Languages

English, French, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Fenced private pool
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Area rug in room
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: Smoking is only allowed outside, not in the house

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Snow sports gear
  • Tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Garden
  • Solar energy
  • Unit size: 2,153 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:30 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed
Note from host: Please contact us

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Parents must ensure children's safety at all times

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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
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

Property is also known as

Beautiful Romantic Private Peaceful Breathtaking Views Morocco

About the area

Map
Gaucín, AL

What's nearby

  • Castillo del Aguila - 6 min walk
  • Finca Cortesin Golf Club - 42 min drive
  • Estepona Golf - 50 min drive
  • Estepona Port and Marina - 52 min drive
  • Estepona Beach - 54 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante Mi Cortijo - ‬30 min drive
  • ‪Antiguo Bar Nuevo - ‬30 min drive
  • ‪Los Claveles - ‬32 min drive
  • ‪Venta la Laguna - ‬25 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).

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

Reviews

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 82 out of 85 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 85 reviews" "
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

MICHAEL B.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

David M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Petra Jill A.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Derrick L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Short Stay In Gaucin
Amazing property in a beautiful spanish mountain village. Both the owners and the property manager were extrmemly reliable. Our messages were answered promptly and any concerns were addressed. The pool and the gardens are stunning! The amount of effort that goes into the upkeep of this property is incredible. The only downside of the property really is the wifi. The wifi was really only available in the living room, kitchen and balcony adjacent to the dining area. Both bedrooms in the main house were dead zones and the Master bedroom was only a faint signal that kept cutting out. I realize there was a booster but I would highly recommend adding another or reconfiguring the wifi to expand the coverage. If you want to take your property experience next level I would explore options that allow lodgers to access it poolside. I had work emails to respond to and it would ha e been amazing if wifi available by the pool. The only other suggestion would be more lighting by the pool for ambiance. (Consider maybe investing in some solar lights) We added some to my folks backyard and it made all the difference. With all that said I would still rate the whole experience 4.75 / 5 ! If you want a relaxing experience with an amazing view this property does not disappoint!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Juliet D.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Jaxson K.

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

10/10 Excellent

Joanna G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stay at Gaucin
We had a magical stay at Mark and Star’s Villa in Gaucin. The pictures do not do the location and views justice, a truly stunning place. There was ample room for the 8 guests with various spaces to relax, eat and sunbathe, and we particularly enjoyed eating as the sun set on the terrace. Gaucin is a great place with lots of restaurants and groceries available and we were lucky enough to be at the first food festival held over the weekend. As with other reviews the are a few things in the villa that could be updated, but this did not deter from the stay. I really didn’t want leave and to me that says everything about the villa and hosts
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leslie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

John I.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

anne m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stunning views
So beautiful
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Robert H.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Jill C.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Nicole N.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Pascale L., Québec

Liked: Cleanliness
Le regard par-dessus les montagnes
Cette propriété vous donne l’impression de rêver les yeux ouverts! Nichée dans un petit village dans les montagnes, la localisation de la maison permet de se balader à pied pour visiter tout prêt et aussi de sortir un peu plus loin en voiture pour explorer les alentours. La vue est incroyable et difficile à décrire tellement c’est beau et apaisant. Le jardin est superbe et même si nous étions trop tôt en saison pour profiter de la piscine, nous avons quand même eu l’occasion de nous prélasser sur les patios autour. Nous recommandons sans hésiter!! Excellente communication avec le propriétaire.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jasmine T.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Aaron M.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Adrian W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome home and location
We spent almost a week with our adult children at this lovely property. The house fit our needs completely. The living and outside areas were particularly nice, and the weather was ideal to enjoy the great outdoors. Additionally, its central location enabled us to take wonderful day trips to such places as Ronda, Marbella, Gibraltar and Tangier. The property owners were incredibly helpful and gave us suggestions as to what to do, where to go, and even the hiring of an outstanding local chef. Highly recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laurie R., Overland Park Kansas

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Jim P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic Villa, Wonderful Location and Views
We visited end of October for a week, with 3 generations of family. The villa is fantastic, views were amazing and just a short stroll to lovely tapas bars. We visited Ronda, Estepona and met up with other local family, as well as spending a few days just chilling out at the Villa enjoying the peace, pool and views. The Gaucin roads are a little daunting, but we had a 9 seater mini-van and after a couple of days quickly got used to the tight spots! Mark was fantastic in his communication, never took longer than 30 mins to get back to me, even when on a trip to Costa Rica. Would not hesitate to recommend or return.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael F.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Jacqui B., High Wycombe

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Jane Chatham

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely villa with amazing views
Had a lovely stay here. Well equipped and comfortable
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jon T., United Kingdom

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Villa, stunning location, brilliant owners = memorable holiday
I booked the villa months in advance. It was late into the evening of my own birthday party, and based on the amazing pictures and great reviews (and a bit of wine) we couldn't believe the villa was available on the dates we wanted to book..: so we booked it. As we got closer to the booking I did start to wonder if it would really be as good as we'd hoped or the reviews stated. All I can say is it easily met our hopes and expectations, and the proactive, genuinely helpful and considerate owners were the icing on the cake. The villa itself is well laid out, with excellent communal spaces, each making the most of the amazing location and views, this makes eating and socialising in a large group easy (8 in our party), and enjoyable. The gas barbecue was a real bonus, for those evenings when we chose to cook rather than eat locally. Gaucin itself has a lot of great options for eating and drinking, and the small local shop is incredibly well stocked. In summary, I couldn't recommend the villa enough. The only thing that would make me hesitate is that someone else might book it on the basis of this review and we'd miss out, next time we choose to visit. That said, the owners deserve a full diary of bookings, they were great.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nick M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful week in Gaucin
Had a truly lovely week in this fabulous villa. From the moment we booked contact with the hosts was efficient with lots of useful information, a map to get to the villa (much needed initially) and recommendations and tips about the restaurants and bars. The villa itself is wonderful and comfortable with everything you need and only a short stroll into beautiful Gaucin. However the crowning glory is the outside space, the pool and in particular the views which are quite special. Would happily recommend a stay to anyone and hope one day to return.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022