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

Family-friendly villa in Gaucin with an outdoor pool

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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 10200 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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  • Place, Castillo del Aguila
  • Place, Finca Cortesin Golf Club
  • Place, Estepona Beach
  • Airport, Gibraltar (GIB)

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, well 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 songbirds on top of 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'!"

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. There are 3 'fine-dining' restaurants with a walk of less than 10 minutes and several good tapas bars and other restaurants.

The villa has a double-height open-plan living room with a minstrels' gallery leading to a large covered veranda. Through an archway there is dining room which leads to its own covered, outdoor 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 has the same views and an infinity pool. On the VRBO website it is titled "Luxurious, Private, Villa in Gaucin".

A few extra notes:
- A gardener visits very early morning in hot weather to water pots, a daily pool-cleaner, a multilingual House Manager and two lovely cleaners.
- It 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.

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
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, ESFCTU000029012000064239000000000000000VTAR/MA/006078

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
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, horse riding and rock climbing.
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Gaucín, AL

What's nearby

  • Castillo del Aguila - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Puente Nuevo Bridge - 43 min drive - 42.4 km
  • Finca Cortesin Golf Club - 43 min drive - 30.9 km
  • Estepona Port and Marina - 50 min drive - 40.2 km
  • Estepona Beach - 50 min drive - 41.3 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Bar Tropezon - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Mi Cortijo - ‬30 min drive
  • ‪Venta Las Acacias - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Taberna Casares - ‬30 min drive
  • ‪Azulete - ‬6 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?

This family-friendly Gaucin villa is located in the mountains, 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Castillo del Aguila, and within 12 mi (20 km) of Blas Infante Birthplace Museum and Riding Fun In The Sun. Carlos III Fountain and Ermita de la Vera Cruz are also within 16 miles (25 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 92 out of 97 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 97 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 97 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 97 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 97 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Anne C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a fabulous house with a view to die for. We never go to anywhere twice but have made an exception here. Mark is an incredibly helpful host and Esther, a very responsive house keeper. Gaucin is a perfect town with lovely restaurants and bars. We loved it. It sounds gushing but it really was that good!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

William O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Check in was easy. Kitchen facilities were very good and well equipped However some areas of the villa were looking tired and needed freshening up. Bed linen and pillows definitely needs to be renewed
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katie R.

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

Wonderful villa

Beautiful villa in a beautiful pueblo blanco. A group of 8 of us stayed for four wonderful nights in Gaucin. A perfect reprieve from the world. Everything was perfect: the views, the house, the pool. Thank you
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

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

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

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

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

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

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
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Christine S.

Family holiday in Gaucin

It was a real pleasure to return with my grown-up children to the house built by my step-mother and late father twenty years ago, and our stay was peaceful, private and luxurious. It was a joy to see the olives,carobs and pomegranates in the garden. Anyone who has seen the view from this house will have it etched on their memory forever. The weather was fine all week, and we swam every day - not bad for October!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2016

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

8/10 Good

Diana M.

Attractively furnished villa which felt like a home. Truly stunning views in good location.

Positives first. Very attractive property with truly stunning views. Beautiful pool area and the garden was a highlight with a variety of mature trees and shrubs and lots of colour. Really pretty. Lovely outside sitting areas. House well located on edge of town but within easy walking distance of all facilities. Gaucín is a very pretty village with nice restaurants and bars. Negatives - kitchen was rather dated and indoor dining area was dark with bars on windows. Couldn’t open dining room door to terrace. Sky TV didn’t work. Studio room felt damp. Pool unheated so unusable in April. However overall impression was very good and would definitely recommend to friends.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Pierre P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing property with spectacular views.Parking for one large vehicle or two smaller ones within the gated parking lot. The four of us stayed in four different bedrooms and found all beds were comfortable.Kitchen was well equipped and the house beautifully decorated. There is no A/C but nights were cool in October and we opened the windows. The only negative was that we could hear dogs barking at a distance in the middle of the night.Gaucin is a very pretty little town out of the very busy tourist area of the coast. We felt safe and the town has some very good restaurants. We would stay there again for sure.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

jayne c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely lovely week in a superb location!The house was very comfortable and the kitchen was very well equipped … and who wouldn’t to cook and eat in a kitchen diner with that view!Gaucin is peaceful and beautiful village and we visited a couple of excellent restaurants. We enjoyed the location so much that we only ventured out of Gaucin twice! Would absolutely recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ayla M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just returned from a wonderful relaxing holiday in this beautiful villa. We were charmed by the village of Gaucín and its fabulous range of bars and restaurants. The villa itself its outstanding with so many different areas in which to sit back and soak in the amazing views. Extremely well maintained and equipped, we wouldn’t hesitate to return. Our hosts Mark and Star were incredibly helpful and kind enough to invite us for drinks in their nearby property, also gorgeous!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location, fabulous views, well equipped and great support from Mark. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the villa and recommend it to families looking for a relaxed stay in a Wonderfull village.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Nicola M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a lovely week at this comfortable house, the view was outstanding. Easy parking, good restaurants and supermarkets within a short walk.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Polly H.

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

Breathtaking views and pure escapism at Villa Djebel Musa

Villa Djebel Musa is a wonderful property and Mark could not have been more helpful with information about the property and Gaucin, prior to and during our stay. We would highly recommend this wonderful villa which offers total escapism and breathtaking views! A wonderful 5* stay.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Faye B.

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

Wonderful Getaway

We had a wonderful time at the house. It is a beautiful location and property. Really stunning and full of personality. Be aware, there are a lot of stairs in the property but we have that at our own home so our young girls weren’t phased and Mark had warned us when booking. Mark was a brilliant host and full of knowledge of the local birds. We have planned a return visit next year!
Stayed 10 nights in May 2025

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

Derrick L.

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

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

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

Severine k.

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

Maison sublime avec vue jusqu a Gibraltar

Une magnifique maison offrant de belles prestations, décorée avec gout et de magnifiques photos. Une vue imprenable depuis les terrasses ou le bord de la piscine. Un peu frais en avril. Emplacement ideal au sein de gaucin, agreable village, sejour tres paisible et relaxant. Contact tres efficace et rapide avec l hote.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

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.

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English, French, Spanish

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