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Cozy rustic mountain villa: private pool, stunning views, sleeps 6

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A modern villa with a swimming pool, stone walls, and a well-lit entrance.
A rural house with a tiled roof, surrounded by olive trees and a clear view of distant mountains.
A patio with two wicker chairs, a palm tree, and a view of a town in the background.
A rustic kitchen with a wooden table, chairs, a yellow refrigerator, and a wooden cabinet.
A pathway leading to a scenic overlook with a view of a coastal town and mountains.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Nestled in the mountains, this villa features 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, accommodating 6 guests. The property includes 1 outdoor pool. Families can enjoy adventure activities like mountain biking, birdwatching, and hiking. Relax on the patio or terrace while exploring the nearby Botanical Garden of cacti and other succulents, Mora i Bravard.

Highlights

  • Dive into relaxation
    Unwind in the top-rated pool, your perfect spot for relaxation.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Onsite parking available
  • Air-conditioning
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Casarabonela, Málaga
  • Place, Botanical Garden of cacti and other succulents 'Mora i Bravard'
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Castillo Árabe
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Place, University of Malaga
    ‪37 min drive‬
  • Airport, Málaga (AGP)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Cozy rustic mountain villa: private pool, stunning views, sleeps 6

Between Málaga, Marbella and Ronda, just 45 minutes from Málaga Airport, lies Casa Olivo, a charming villa in the Sierra de las Nieves National Park. Nestled on a hillside near the white village of Casarabonela, the house is surrounded by olive trees and offers privacy, peace and beautiful views.

Relax by the private pool, enjoy the sun, or explore nearby hiking and biking trails. The beaches of the Costa del Sol are only 45 minutes away, but you may never want to leave this tranquil retreat.

The village of Casarabonela (2 km away) offers bars, restaurants, shops and an outdoor pool with panoramic views. Within easy reach are the Caminito del Rey and cities such as Málaga, Marbella, Nerja and Ronda (around 1 hour’s drive).

Casa Olivo features:

Ground floor: fully equipped kitchen, living room with fireplace and A/C, master bedroom with en-suite bathroom with A/C, guest toilet, covered terrace with BBQ.

Pool level: private pool (34 m²), two twin bedrooms with A/C, bathroom, utility room with washing machine and baby accessories.

Perfect for nature lovers and those seeking peace, authenticity and comfort in the heart of Andalusia.

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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Adults are responsible for the children's safety.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed, service animals permitted
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number ESFCTU00002900100060383800000000000000000CR/MA/026436
Property # 11281618
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Casarabonela

Located in Casarabonela, this villa is in a rural area and in the mountains. Puente Nuevo Bridge and Ronda's Arab Baths are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Marbella Marina and Rio Real Golf. Make sure you don't miss outdoor adventures like hiking/biking trails, horse riding and cycling.
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Casarabonela, Málaga

What's nearby

  • Botanical Garden of cacti and other succulents 'Mora i Bravard' - 4 min drive - 0.6 km
  • Castillo Árabe - 24 min drive - 21.3 km
  • University of Malaga - 37 min drive - 44.0 km
  • Carihuela Beach - 48 min drive - 58.4 km
  • Port of Malaga - 51 min drive - 52.8 km

Getting around

  • Campillos Station - 54 min drive
  • Málaga (AGP) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • Bar Nuevo
  • Bar La Parada
  • ‪Bar Central - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Fonda Casa Pepa - ‬30 min drive
  • ‪Bar Martillo - ‬29 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Cozy rustic mountain villa: private pool, stunning views, sleeps 6 have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Cozy rustic mountain villa: private pool, stunning views, sleeps 6 pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Cozy rustic mountain villa: private pool, stunning views, sleeps 6?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cozy rustic mountain villa: private pool, stunning views, sleeps 6?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy rustic mountain villa: private pool, stunning views, sleeps 6?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cozy rustic mountain villa: private pool, stunning views, sleeps 6 located?

Located in the mountains, this family-friendly villa is within 32 mi (52 km) of University of Malaga, Bajondillo Beach and Aqualand Torremolinos. La Bateria Park and Picasso Museum Malaga are also within 32 miles (52 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is our second stay at Casa Olivo, and it's just as wonderful as the first. The villa sits in a fabulous, rural spot with truly incredible views. If you're looking to escape the crowds and tourist hotspots, this place is a 100% recommend. Casarabonela is a short 5 minutes drive, beautiful little town with some lovely restaurants and the people are very friendly.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved it. Beautiful views, pool was spotless. Well equipped. Perfectly located. Beach towels too. Just excellent.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great house and location

We really enjoyed our stay
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just as it says, a rustic villa with lovely views. Great communication re check in etc. Really liked Casarabonela for cafes & shops.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Vacay in Casa Olivo

Loved our stay, the house and the small town, definetely will be coming back again 👌😊
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 5 July 2024
Katariina, happy that you enjoyed it, thank you and look forward to hosting you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent

Lovely location, stunning views, clean and spacious villa, everything perfect
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

All good

We enjoyed our stay, would recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 5 July 2024
Thank you!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing rustic cozy place

Totally enjoyed the beautiful house and the outdoor surroundings, of course the swimming pool and terrace area very nice to relax and have lunch and evening hanging out
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Any time again...

What a awesome place... we love it.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 13 September 2024
Thank you!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent

Fabulous house and pool. Hoping to book again.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fabulous Villa

Beautiful spacious villa, very comfortable and with excellent views. We were looked after extremely well by Samanta who went out of her way to answer any questions we had and to ensure we had a great holiday. The walk in to the town and back is doable (if not for the faint hearted!) and meant we worked our supper off on the way home. Would recommend Bar Nuevo who looked after us very well. Excellent stay and highly recommended.
Stayed 11 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic Break

Lovely property and location. This was our 3rd visit and its just as good as we remembered. Communication with property manager Sam was excellent with messages being answered almost instantly at any time. My daughter was disappointed that the cats had now gone but it didn't worry me one bit :) We will be back again
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 5 July 2024
Mark, thank you, it was great hosting you and happy that you enjoyed the stay, look forward to seeing you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely Villa and location

I went with a few friends. it was a great get away. You need to hire a car as there isn't much public transport to the town. we used 'Malagacar.com' it was really cheap and we had no issues. nearby the Villa is a nice little town which has some bars, restaurants a few shops and a great view! the kitchen is equipped with everything you need and there is also a Grill. I highly recommend this Villa if you are looking for something a bit quieter. Malaga is only 45 minutes in a car and Marbella is an hour. You can also go on a trip to Gibraltar which is just under 2 hours drive away.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in

Some after thoughts

The good: the view, size of property, clean. The not so good: no discernible insect control. There are spiders and ants freely roaming the house. No airco in the main area of the house this is a problem since then you resort to opening the windows (no screens on the windows) which in turn let's in the mosquitos, flies and some other biting insect. No coffee maker if you are with any more than 2 people that french press and Italian coffee device just doesnt cut it. No microwave: really,no microwave? The dishwasher does not work you will be hand washing all your dishes. The beds are super hard I did not have a single good night sleep since I sleep on my side and woke up in pain every single night. I even bought a mattress pad at IKEA. The pool is cold ❄️❄️. My family was able to use it but for me just too cold. No stereo system only a small TV. If Internet is material to you either bring a long cat6 cable because outside of the living room there is no wifi ( kinda cuts in and out in the master bedroom) The place is not for people that have mobility problems. Besides the above and the mosquito bump souvenirs i enjoyed my stay.......I think.
Stayed 16 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 16 September 2023
After Johan’s stay, 5 towels and a set of baby bed sheets where missing and a key box was broken. The guests left the house untidy. They didn’t report any of the raised issues during their more than 2-week long stay, not even during the mid-stay pool check. The feedback is evidently unfair and biased, written as if they did not read the description before booking. Expressing disappointment with missing amenities that were clearly NOT included in the property listing (e.g. microwave, stereo, heated pool). Fellow home owners we suggest that you avoid these guest.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Et skønt sted i bjergene.Dejlig pool.Kommunikation med vært var fantastisk og han kom da vi havde en mindre udfordring.
Stayed 18 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
A really lovely place to stay. Beautiful pool, extremely private, safe and secure. Lots of space. We will definitely stay here again. It reached 32°C when we stayed but the aircon was excellent. The beds are great, we loved the pool-level access from downstairs, and the kitchen/lounge area has loads of character. Beautiful views across to Casarabonela and the mountains. You might need a car with good ground clearance as the top of the driveway is a little tricky, but you'll work it out. The lakes at El Chorro are just over half an hour away. We went there twice, parking at La Isla and eating at the nearby restaurant.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Superleuke plek, midden tussen de sinaasappel-, citroen- en olijfbomen, met prachtig uitzicht op Casarabonela! Het huis is van alle gemakken voorzien, lekker ruim opgezet en met fijne bedden. Houdt rekening met een hobbelige toegangsweg, maar dat is het meer dan waard!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 28 April 2026
Thank you! Happy you enjoyed it.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enorm leuk huis, mooi zwembad, heel veel privacy.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

La tranquillité dans les oliviers

Nous étions 2 adultes, 2 enfants et un aîné. Nous sommes tous du même avis. La propriété était parfaite et propre. Les oliviers créaient une intimité et un décor très reposant. La maison est équipé de tout ce qu'une famille a de besoin. Le chemin pour se rendre est sinueux et pittoresque. La vue pour se rendre au village est saisissante. La piscine est un atout majeur pour se rafraîchir et pour passer des moments de plaisir avec les enfants. Merci pour tout
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Fantastischer Ausblick!

Wir waren im März in dem schönen Haus in Casarabonela. Das Haus ist wirklich sehr ruhig in den Olivenhainen gelegen und über eine etwas holprige, schmale Straße zu erreichen. Ein Wagen mit Bodenfreiheit ist von Vorteil.Das Haus ist sehr gemütlich und landestypisch eingerichtet. Die große Wohnküche mit dem Kamin haben wir sehr genossen, da wir Regenwetter bei kühlen Temperaturen hatten. Die Heizung funktioniert sehr gut!!! Vom Garten aus hat man einen phantastischen Blick auf die Landschaft und den Ort. Zur Außenanlage mit dem Pool selber können wir dafür wenig Angaben machen,außer das nett aussah.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

De bonnes vacances au bon endroit😊

Nous avons passé de merveilleuses vacances : La villa est telle que sur les photos, propre a l'arrivée, avec les draps faits 😍 L'endroit est très calme et reposant, la piscine chauffée par le soleil est à température idéale et tombe à point pour se rafraîchir de la chaleur Andalouse! Samanta est très réactive par messages et apporte les réponses à nos questions. Que du positif, vous pouvez réserver les yeux fermés !
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 28 July 2024
Thank you!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Kort maar krachtig

Het was een rustige omgeving. Het zwembad was groot en heerlijk om in te zwemmen. Airconditioning in de slaapkamers, jammer dat er geen airconditioning in de andere ruimtes was, dit stond wel netjes vermeld. Voor een rustig verblijf is het prima.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

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