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About this property
Luxury Villa with Private Pool & Breathtaking Sea Views
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Villa Celeste | Luxury Sea-View Villa with Private Pool
Experience the beauty of the Costa Tropical at Villa Celeste, a spacious and beautifully furnished four-bedroom villa with breathtaking views over La Herradura Bay. Just one hour from Malaga Airport, this special home was hand-selected from over 100 villas in the area for its exceptional position, generous layout, and unforgettable sea views.
Perfect for families, friends, or longer stays, Villa Celeste offers space, comfort, and everything needed for a relaxing holiday in the sun.
The space
Villa Celeste sleeps up to 10 guests, with a cot also available on request. The villa is fully air-conditioned and offers a wonderful balance of indoor comfort and outdoor living.
Guests can enjoy a large private pool, expansive terraces, and at least four separate patio or balcony spaces, each with its own beautiful and unique view. Whether you are enjoying a quiet morning coffee, sunbathing by the pool, or dining outside in the evening, there is plenty of space to relax and take in the surroundings.
Inside, the villa offers two lounges, a dining area for 10, and a fully equipped kitchen with everything you need for a comfortable stay, including a gas cooker, microwave, dishwasher, and two large fridges. There is also a gas barbecue for outdoor cooking and entertaining.
Traditional shutters throughout the villa help keep the rooms cool, private, and comfortable during the warmer months.
Bedrooms and bathrooms
The villa has four bright and airy bedrooms, many with direct access to the garden or terrace areas, and all designed with comfort in mind. • Master bedroom on the top floor with king-size bed or twin setup, private terrace, and en-suite bathroom • Second bedroom with double bed or twin setup, en-suite bathroom, and garden access • Third bedroom with three single beds, two of which can be joined as a double • Fourth bedroom with three single beds, two of which can be joined as a double
There are three full bathrooms plus one guest WC. Each of the three main bathrooms includes a bidet, and the shared family bathroom also has a bathtub.
Outdoor living
The outdoor areas are one of Villa Celeste’s highlights. Guests have use of a large private swimming pool measuring 10m x 3m, complete with a safety gate and hard cover, making it especially well suited for families with children.
There are at least 10 sun loungers, multiple terraces with both sunny and shaded areas, and plenty of room for outdoor dining, relaxing, and enjoying the incredible sea views.
Family friendly features
Villa Celeste is especially popular with families and has been set up with both comfort and safety in mind.
Family-friendly amenities include: • Gated private pool with hard safety cover • Cot, high chair, and baby safety rails • Toys, games, inflatables, and arm bands • Board games and entertainment
Guests also have exclusive access to the gated Los Altos community area nearby. A key is provided on arrival. This area includes a main swimming pool, a smaller shallow pool for younger children, a padel court, and outdoor showers and restrooms.
Padel racquets and balls are available at the villa for guest use. The community area is located directly above the villa’s private pool and can be reached in around five minutes by walking up the steps almost opposite the villa exit, then turning right at the entrance to Los Altos street.
While most guests tend to make the most of the villa’s private pool, some families with younger children enjoy visiting the community area so little ones can meet and play with other children.
Amenities • Air conditioning throughout • Free WiFi • International TV channels including UK, Scandinavian, and Spanish TV • DVD player and iPod docking station • Fully equipped kitchen • Two large fridges • Gas barbecue • Washing machine, iron, drying racks, spare linens, and towels • Private parking with gated driveway, garage, and free street parking
Location • 1 hour from Malaga Airport • Set in a secure private cul-de-sac within a gated community • Close to beaches, restaurants, and local attractions • Property manager available for assistance during your stay
Villa Celeste combines space, comfort, and truly spectacular views, making it the perfect choice for a relaxing family holiday or group getaway on the Costa Tropical.
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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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Almunecar
Located in Almunecar, this villa is near theme parks and on the beach. Bonsai Garden Museum and Museo de Nerja are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Aquarium Almunecar and Aqua Tropic Waterpark. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and cycling nearby.
Punta de la Mona Lighthouse - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
Ensenada de los Berengueles - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
Puerto Deportivo Marina - 3 min drive - 3.3 km
Getting around
Málaga (AGP) - 71 min drive
Restaurants
La Bola Marina II - 5 min walk
Bodega La Barrica - 3 min walk
El Rebalaje - 6 min walk
Szimple - 15 min walk
Chiringuito Bueno - 9 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Does Luxury Villa with Private Pool & Breathtaking Sea Views have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool.
Is Luxury Villa with Private Pool & Breathtaking Sea Views pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much is parking at Luxury Villa with Private Pool & Breathtaking Sea Views?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Luxury Villa with Private Pool & Breathtaking Sea Views?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at Luxury Villa with Private Pool & Breathtaking Sea Views?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Luxury Villa with Private Pool & Breathtaking Sea Views located?
Nestled on the beach, this Almunecar villa is within 1 mi (2 km) of Playa de la Herradura and La Herradura Castle. Ensenada de los Berengueles and Playa de Cotobro are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
The location and standard of the Villa was exceptional.The location and the views over the bay were breathtaking, the outside space and the pool was perfect for a large group as it meant you could still have room to yourself.The support and information was first class.Overall a great stay in a perfect location.
Ilma S.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 July 2025
We absolutely loved hosting you and look forward to welcoming you back again!
What a fantastic property and a view to die forThe villa met all our expectations and moreVery spacious with a fully equipped kitchen Lots of options for dining or sitting out around the villa
Stephen J.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 June 2025
It was an absolute pleasure having you stay at Villa Celeste! You were wonderful guests—respectful, communicative, and a joy to host. We truly hope you enjoyed your time here and would love to welcome you back anytime. Wishing you all the best until then!
Beautiful villa - breathtaking view - lots of comfortable touches so it felt very homey - king beds - kitchen and dining area very well supplied - love your satellite music! Thanks for a memorable stay
Karen B.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2020
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Stephanie I.
4 August 2016
Beautiful place to unwind
Fantastic attentive customer service from the start - amazing villa with stunning views
Stephanie I.
Response from VrboOwner on 30 March 2020
Thank you!
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Peter H.
27 September 2016
Excellent Villa with a Fantastic View
We looked at lots of villas on-line before finally deciding on Villa Celeste and we were glad we did.
The owners Tim and Lou have been very helpful from start to finish and the service was first class.
The villa is clean, spacious and well equipped with an excellent pool and views to die for.
We would definitely recommend the villa and will use it again next time we are in the area.
Fantastik place, Maybe it should be more information about the distance to the beach.
If you’re not very fit you will need a car or a motorbike. But a great house and a fantastik wiew.
The property was amazing, just as described on the listing. The views are stunning and worth booking for alone. It was ideal for what we wanted for our family holiday and as the listing describes, is very family friendly and suited our multi generation group. The kitchen was well equipped so made cooking at home really easy.Communication with the property manager was great and was assuring knowing she was on hand throughout the stay, and she gave some good recommendations of a bakery and place to get groceries. We were pleased we rented a car in the end (booked last minute) as the walk down to the town is QUITE a walk and not one you’d want to do every day. Especially with a baby it made it a lot easier to get up and down the hill which we would’ve struggled without. That’s the only thing the listing stretches, saying the town is walkable, I think it makes it sound easier than it is.
Views all around were superb, was the wow factor.
Sun all day long. Air con was great.
Pool was amazing. Location & parking easy.
You definitely need to hire a car to stay here which we did. Location to a pub or restaurant was much further than we expected. Attention to detail on cleaning could have been better, shower surrounds/trays need deep clean. Stair wall down to lower bedroom has an obvious problem with damp, & this does smell damp. Our fridge also had overwhelming smell of fish. These things did not detract from a fabulous stay though. We would return.
Paul W.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified
4/10 Poor
Gary D.
16 January 2025
Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness
“Stunning Views, but Disappointing Cleanliness and Customer Service”
The villa undoubtedly boasts breathtaking views and a fantastic location, which were the highlights of our stay. However, we were deeply disappointed by the cleanliness of the property, which fell far short of our expectations given the price point and high ratings.Upon arrival, we noticed a significant build-up of dust under beds and sofas, dirty mattresses with a large build up of visible dirt. The outdoor table near the pool also required cleaning multiple times. Additionally, there was a persistent sewage smell in the ground-floor bathroom and master bedroom. These issues made our stay uncomfortable, and the state of the mattresses left us so concerned that we chose to sleep fully clothed, which was far from ideal for a relaxing holiday.We chose not to raise these issues during our stay because we felt they reflected fundamental problems that should have been addressed before our arrival. Addressing them immediately would have disrupted our holiday further and seemed unnecessary, as such issues shouldn’t exist in a property of this standard. Instead, we raised them with the owner afterward in the hope of encouraging improvements for future guests.Unfortunately, the response from the owner was defensive, and while a small refund was offered, it did not adequately reflect the inconvenience we experienced. I was hoping for a better response giving more confidence of a better return visit. I’m afraid we will not return to this property.
Une maison très agréable, un spot exceptionnel, une vue incroyable et une communication parfaite et tellement réactive dans la préparation de ce voyage !!!Bravo et mille mercis, tout était parfait Merciii, vous avez participé au bonheur de ma famille et du mien pour un WK d’anniversaire inoubliable
Julie D.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 14 April 2026
Thank you so much for staying at Villa Celeste. We are truly so happy you had a wonderful time and would be delighted to welcome you back in the future.
Der Aufenthalt war sehr angenehm in einem, schönen ruhigen großen Haus. Mit einem schönen Ausblick und einen schönen Pool.Wir waren zum 2 mal in diesem Haus und kommen wieder.Mit freundlichen Grüßen Dietmar Günther
Dietmar G.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 June 2025
It was such a pleasure to welcome you back to Villa Celeste—thank you for choosing to stay with us again! We truly appreciate your continued support and are so glad you enjoyed your time here. You’re always welcome, and we hope to see you again soon!
La casa estaba muy bien equipada. Las vistas al mar desde dentro y fuera son impresionantes. Distintas zonas exteriores para disfrutar al sol y a la sombra. Vecindario tranquilo.
Great position set on the hillside overlooking the town and bay. Situated at the end of a cul-de-sac, so no through traffic. Good sized pool with sea views too. Loads of outdoor seating and a very efficient bbq. Rooms were all air conditioned with all the facilities needed to make our stay very comfortable. The stand out for us was the property manager - Lee - who couldn’t be more helpful in welcoming us, making suggestions and even rescuing a parasol that was blown over the edge. She is an absolute star!!!
We have been lucky enough to stay in many lovely properties booked through Vrbo over the last few years, but Villa Celeste topped all the others and was perfect in every way.
These are some of the reasons why :)
The views of La Herradura horseshoe-shaped bay and the surrounding hills and forests are simply breathtaking, and the villa was obviously configured to make the most of these whether you are opening your bedroom shutters in the morning, taking meals on the terrace, or lying by the pool.
The villa is huge, much bigger than you appreciate from the photos, with 4 big double bedrooms, a really beautifully decorated living/dining room (the picture window is a stroke of genius), and at least 4 areas where you can sit and socialise as a family and follow the sun from early morning to late afternoon. Plus it's totally private, you are not overlooked at all in any part of it.
The pool area is so lovely - south-facing, with a big rock wall on the north side, it gets the sun all day, and even with our May weather in the early-mid twenties it was the perfect temperature to swim in. And its pretty big, about 8M so you can actually get some meaningful exercise in if you are so minded. On a couple of occasions we woke to find a couple of mountain goats on the rocks on the far side of the pool area which made for a brilliant photo :)
The owners have obviously thought of EVERYTHING to make guests feel as welcome and as at home as possible. So the kitchen has every utensil you'd ever need, plus loads of pans, dishes, tableware, wine glasses etc. There are plenty of comfortable loungers by the pool, lots of towels including beach towels, mattresses toppers, rugs and spare duvets for the beds. The sofas are great, there is air con on every floor, the WIFI and satellite TV work really well, there are books, games, binoculars for the views etc, etc, honestly we couldn't fault a thing. Lee who greeted us, sorted some shopping for us and helped with a back support when my wife put her back out was lovely and couldn't have been more helpful.
Finally the villa is really well situated, 5 mins drive down to the promenade and beach (which has miles of free parking) in La Herradura, loads of restaurants there to choose from too (our favourite was Amarre). Also only 15 mins drive to Nerja and less than that to the Caves of Nerja, well worth a visit.
All in all we loved everything about our stay, we couldn't recommend it more.
Très belle villa.
Propre et spacieuse.
Tout le confort nécessaire.
Vue magnifique.
Idéalement situé.
Propriétaires très réactifs.
Lee a été très sympa, très pro, très ponctuelle.
Je vous recommande cette location les yeux fermés vous ne le regretterez pas.
A bientot
Nous avons passé noël à 10 personnes dans cette magnifique maison.
Tout s’est très bien passé, la vue est splendide... comme la maison
Marc-Olivier E.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Mark B.
25 March 2019
Villa at Herradura
I read the reviews before booking and all sum up what we felt, a great location, clean with stunning views and space to relax and a great place to stay.
I hope to use it again in the future.
Mark B.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Aad L.
10 February 2018
Perfect location, wonderful and comfortable house, great views.
We had a fantastic stay in villa Celeste in La Herradura. The house is comfortabel and very well decorated, good beds and very complete, inside and outside. We enjoyed the great views, the walks in the park (mountain up! and very close to the house), the sunny weather, the small and friendly restaurants in la Herradura ( especially the Italians) and not really far form interesting Granada and beautiful Malaga. Very kind owners an a helpful property manager. So, if you are not enjoying your holiday in this house, you have a problem!!! Thanks a lot Tim and Lou and we love to come back in May with our children and grandchildren! Gabriele and Aad
Aad L.
Stayed 12 nights in Jan 2018
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Nigel F.
2 August 2017
The magnificent Villa Celeste
This is a truly magnificent villa, set in a beautiful and unspoilt location with breathtaking panaramic views of La Herradura and the spectacular mountains beyond.
Located at the end of a no through road and amongst a small cluster of other luxurious homes, Villa Celeste provides significant privacy and absolute peace and quiete for a truly relaxing holiday.
The villa is superbly finished throughout; it is clean, safe and extremely well equipped for all ages and requirements. We were a party of 7 and it was very easy to spread out to find some peace in the shade and read a book or to sunbathe undisturbed whilst others played in the pool and on the table tennis.
Correspondence with Tim, the Owner and Rachel, the property Manager (whos office is just a short 5 minute drive to the seafront) was flawless throughout and it was reassuring to know that someone was on hand for advice or to help address any issues...
We had a minor problem with the kettle which stopped working on our second day and after a quick chat to Rachel while passing through from the local supermarket, there was a brand new replacement delivered to the door within just a couple of hours - Nothing major, I know, but from past experiences, it's easy to overlook a minor matter which can unnecessarily escalate to something more significant, so important to mention the high standard of support provided by Rachel and Costa Tropical Villas.
Tim has clearly spent a lot of time and effort on the fine detail to make Villa Celeste a magnificent place to visit and it certainly impresses in every respect.
I could go on, but as all other 5* reviews have already mentioned, this is a superb find which fails to disappoint and I have absolutely no reservations in recommending Tim, Lou, Rachel and the magnificent Villa Celeste for a superb holiday.
Nigel F.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Søren K.
27 July 2017
Best vacation ever !
THANK You, Tim & Lou for giving us the opportunity to rent this fabulous villa in La Herradura for two weeks this summer. Fantastic view over the bay, sunrise and sunset. Everything in the house worked perfectly, and we (Family of 9 adults and one small child 3 motnhs) have had one of the best holidays ever. Our "morning-guests" (goats) were just a funny experience. We will be back for sure :-)
Søren K.
About the host
Hosted by Tim & Louise Connolly
We live in Hertfordshire in the UK and had a fantastic holiday in this area in 2014!
Why they chose this property
The location was new to us & we were attracted to La Herradura’s great balance between tranquillity and having lots to do & see. We also liked the fact that it has a real Spanish identity and flavour, untainted by the tower block hotels & overt commercialism of the Costa del Sol nearby. In fact, La Herradura seems to have a law preventing building over a certain height, which really adds to the pleasant, exclusive & upmarket feel of the town.
Finding the right villa wasn’t easy. It took 11 months & we viewed over 50 villas in the La Herradura area & looked at many more on the web. After seeing many villas with great views but very few with the wow factor view, we knew we wanted the latter. This villa very simply has the best views and best outside area we’ve ever seen!
Being high up enough to see the town, the curve of the bay, the beach and right across the sea was an amazing plus for us. What then clinched it was the largest private pool we had ever seen, 10 metres long, & the sheer space of the villa both inside & out. There is also a huge basement area with so much potential: we have plans to soon convert that into a games room/teenage den/cinema room.
We refurbished the villa in its entirety, hiring a professional interior designer to completely revamp it, buying new furniture and various other features, so as to create an attractive, contemporary and airy feel.
While we’re still working (too hard!) in the UK, we hope to go out there from time to time to enjoy the villa, and in the longer term, who knows? We might be able to visit more often. Hopefully, you will get a lot of pleasure out of it in the meantime!
Luxury / Special Occasions There is a Private chef available through our concierge service if you want to stay in but not cook as well as Massage & spa treatments available at the villa, and private local guided tours. You can upgrade to a De-luxe hamper, or champagne & flowers for special occasions all available on arrival if requested.
What makes this property unique
Features of Villa Celeste: • Air conditioning • Fantastic 180 degree views over La Herradura Bay • Sleeps 10 adults/children plus one cot • Sea views from all the bedrooms, two of which have en-suite bathrooms and the third bathroom is shared between two bedrooms • Large private terrace with fantastic views from outside the top master bedroom • Private garden and stunning views over the bay from outside the three lower bedrooms • Plenty of terrace areas for outside dining, sunbathing, admiring the spectacular views • One ground floor cloakroom / WC • Lounge area with UK, Scandinavian and Spanish TV, DVD etc. • Additional and separate ‘snug’ living room space for reading and/or X-Box, games etc (all provided) • Dining Room with a contemporary glass table which can seat 10 • 10 metre long, 3 metre wide private swimming pool which is not overlooked by nearby neighbours • Secure parking on private gated drive for up to three cars • Single car garage • Safe and free on-street parking immediately outside the villa • Gas Barbecue • Los Altos community area is 100 metres away for families with pool, children’s pool and paddle tennis courts • X-Box and games provide • Board games provided • Sky / Cable and UK TV Channels • Free Wifi • Ipod docking station • DVD player • DVDs and CDs • High Chair • Travel Cot • Hair dryers for each room • Buckets and Spades • Inflatables and arm bands for use in the private pool • Parasols for use around the private pool • Dishwasher • Some pets allowed upon enquiry/bark • Washing machine • Microwave • One bath towel, hand towel and beach towel provided for each guest • Additional laundry and cleaning can be arranged at an additional charge • Gas central heating for the occasional evening when it may be required in the winter • and many more