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Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

6 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 12450 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
    Hot Tub
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly

About this property

Entire place

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

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• 6 large double or twin bedrooms, all with ensuite facilities
• Spacious living accommodation, perfect for large families or groups of friends
• Tranquil and private, yet only 4 km/10 minutes drive from the highlights of Ronda
• Daily maid service included (except Sundays) (12 hours/week)
• Private chef available by prior arrangement
• WiFi and UK TV

La Cazalla stands seemingly-alone in a scenic fertile valley, less than 10 minutes' drive from the historical and fascinating town of Ronda. The main house and surrounding buildings blend naturally into the landscape, having been built around the natural rock. This very private house is surrounded by stunning scenery and is available to rent all year round. Perfect for families and large groups of friends of up to 12 people looking for a holiday in the Andalucia region.

The main house was carefully and stylishly restored 20 years ago to reflect its Andalusian and Moorish history, retaining many ancient artefacts from the original farm buildings. The Casa Principal ('main house') has five spacious and airy bedrooms, all with en suite bathrooms, and is rented with ‘El Nido’ ('the Nest'): a private one-bedroom suite with its own entrance and courtyard.

Nearby Ronda is the perfect picturesque base from which you can explore the pretty ‘Pueblos Blancos’ ('white villages') and some of the major cities of the Andalucian region, including Córdoba, Granada, Seville and Malaga, and the resort town of Puerto Banus.

La Cazalla is fully equipped with all the comforts you would expect from a luxury villa rental, but more importantly all the extra little things that will make you feel at home. We want our guests to feel like they are staying in a secluded, private retreat where they are completely at home, but with a few of the perks of staying in an hotel – beautiful bed linen and towels, daily maid service and a gardener who takes care of the pool and the grounds.

The main house is elegant, cool and spacious, with many different areas for a large group to spread out and relax. Discover three tastefully-furnished living areas on split levels, a kitchen and a dining room, providing plenty of space for your family and friends to read, play card games, watch a film or listen to music. Sleep soundly in the six double or twin bedrooms with en suite bathrooms containing beautiful mosaic tiled walk-in showers with adjustable mood lighting. And yes, there is WiFi!

Outside there are so many different spots to choose from, you’ll be hard-pressed deciding what to do: read in the lounge chairs on the terrace, dine under the vine-covered pergola, swim and snooze at our Roman-inspired pool, look for tadpoles in the stream, stroll along to the 12th century ‘alberca’ ('water cistern'), or take a drink up to the old threshing circle and watch the sun change the colours of the gorge from orange to pink. If you are lucky you might catch a glimpse of the deer as the owls start hooting.

The area around La Cazalla has barely changed since the Romans, and later the Moors, inhabited it. Once here a feeling of peace prevails: the sounds of insects buzzing, birds singing, bells jangling on goats in the forest and the breeze rustling the leaves on the trees. It is difficult to spot any other sign of human life, and yet the sense that man has lived in this valley for thousands of years is very strong.

Famous worldwide for its dramatic escarpments and views, and for the deep El Tajo gorge that carries the rio Guadalevín through its centre, Ronda and the area surrounding it offer a multitude of outdoor activities, including hiking, cycling, mountain climbing, canoeing, birding, horse riding, paragliding, tennis and, on the coast, golf.

Holy Week/Easter ('Semana Santa') transforms Ronda with elaborate decorations, parades and music. May is a beautiful month with the spring wildflowers at their best and the 'Ronda Romantica' (a historical recreation of the Royal May Fair, founded in 1509). Early summer (May/June) is the best for outdoor activities, such as hiking and cycling the many routes of the Sierra de Grazalema and Sierra de las Nieves. July and August are for exploring the narrow, shady lanes of the 'White Villages', lazing by the pool and enjoying relaxed meals outside late in to the evening. Late August and early September bring the drama of the annual flamenco festival and the 'Feria de Pedro Romero', the famous bullfighter, when the whole town join in the fiesta.

Whatever the needs of your party, please let us know, and we will do our utmost to ensure a memorable stay.

Property manager

Lisa and Mark Ruddock

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen island
  • Coffee grinder
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 5.5 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Table tennis
  • Video games
  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Fenced yard
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Work spaces

  • Printer
  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: No smoking in house, but fine on terraces

Services and conveniences

  • Limited housekeeping
  • Safe
  • Chef
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Local meal delivery service

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Cave exploring nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Horse riding nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 4844 sq ft (450 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Note from host: Dogs permitted by prior agreement of owners

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 99
Note from host: Events by prior agreement, event charge applies
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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 CR/MA/00123

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation
A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Magical Private Villa Heart Andalucia Minutes Historical Ronda
Magical Private Villa Heart Andalucia Minutes Historical
Magical Private Heart Andalucia Minutes Historical Ronda
Magical Private Heart Andalucia Minutes Historical
Magical Private Villa Heart Andalucia Minutes Historical Ronda
Magical Private Villa Heart Andalucia Minutes Historical
Magical Private Heart Andalucia Minutes Historical Ronda
Magical Private Villa Heart Andalucia Minutes Historical Ronda
Magical Private Villa Heart Andalucia Minutes Historical
Magical Private Heart Andalucia Minutes Historical Ronda
Magical Private Heart Andalucia Minutes Historical
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About the neighborhood

Map
Ronda, Spain

What's nearby

  • Puente Nuevo Bridge - 3 min drive
  • Plaza de Toros - 4 min drive
  • Ronda Bullring Museum - 4 min drive
  • El Tajo Gorge - 5 min drive
  • Ronda's Arab Baths - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • Ronda Station - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Las Maravillas - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Hotel Don Miguel - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Panorámico - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Mirador de Ronda - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Book now for Spring 2025, don't miss out, our calendar is filling up! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Book now for Spring 2025, don't miss out, our calendar is filling up! pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Book now for Spring 2025, don't miss out, our calendar is filling up!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Book now for Spring 2025, don't miss out, our calendar is filling up!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

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This family-friendly Ronda villa is located in the mountains, within 1 mi (2 km) of Puerta de Almocabar, Bandit Museum, and Museo de Caza. Puente Nuevo Bridge and El Tajo Gorge are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Reviews

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Richard D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Autumn sun and a log fire
A really lovely house set in beautiful ground amidst spectacular countryside. The hosts Lisa and Mark could not have been more friendly and accommodating, we all had a wonderful time.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andy B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic!
Lisa and Mark are excellent hosts, the property is better then described. We loved it and can not wait to go back!!! Thank You Lisa and Mark!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous property, gorgeous location
La Cazalla de Ronda is a wonderful property in a gorgeous location. All the rooms in the house are uniquely and thoughtfully decorated and the exterior landscaping is simply breathtaking. Our family of 9 adults thoroughly enjoyed the spotlessly clean interior, luxurious amenities, friendly hosts, saltwater pool, multiple living rooms and patio areas, easy access to hiking trails and the silence, except for birdsong. Communication with the hosts was always responsive and pleasurable. I am torn giving La Cazalla such a good review -- they deserve it, but I don't want anyone else to find this gem hidden in the Andalucian hills.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy Christmas retreat
La Cazalla was such a special place to spend Christmas with our family of 7. Plenty of space, personal touches and amenities, well stocked kitchen, and gorgeous scenery. Lisa and Mark were so accommodating, readily available and great resources for making reservations at restaurants and activities. Highlights included an awesome 7 course chef cooked meal on Christmas, a private wine tasting tour, and hiking suggestions. Thanks for an amazing holiday!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jessica C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic Stay
This was an amazing rental for our 12-person family trip to Ronda. There are several great communal areas and each room has an en suite bathroom, which allowed a great balance of privacy and hanging out. While Ronda itself is great, we found we often wanted to just hang out at this incredible property. Lisa was incredibly helpful throughout the process - from booking us transportation to recommending restaurants and tour guides to helping organize a private chef. It's the perfect house to host a large family/friends get together at any time of the year
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Charmaine S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Magical Hideaway
We had an absolutely wonderful stay at La Cazalla! The Villa is comfortable and beautifully appointed and the grounds are spectacular with lots of flowering plants, bushes and fruit trees. Lisa and Mark couldn’t have been better hosts. We hope to be back someday soon!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kim L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Summer and the Feria at Magical La Cazzalla
The villa is stunning! Everyone should experience a place as magical as La Cazzalla at least once. There are so many hidden treasures to discover and the villa tempts you to sit back and enjoy nature, life, and the beauty of Ronda. Lisa and Mark set the standard for hosts, going above and beyond to provide guests an incredible vacation experience. They not only provided us outstanding meals, but helped with a medical situation, went out of their way to pick up some paella pans for future Spanish cooks, and had answers to all our questions on Ronda, Spain, and life in the Andalucian country. The only regret is not spending all seven days of our stay at the villa. While day trips to Granada, Seville and other white hill towns are fun...nothing beats a day experiencing the tranquility and beauty of La Cazalla. I look forward to returning and sharing the magic with family.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Deborah N., Buckeye, Arizona

Liked: Cleanliness
Little bit of heaven
Our stay at La Cazalla was delightful. It is one of the most beautiful properties I’ve seen and definitely the most enjoyable property I’ve rented. Lisa and Mark do whatever they can to accommodate you and make your stay lovely. We were a group of ten and had lots of space for group time or alone time. I recommend hiring Lisa and Mark to make a paella dinner on the terrace. Also enjoyed meals on the terrace by other chefs. I would love to stay at La Cazalla again. It was truly a little bit of heaven. Thank you Mark and Lisa!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Yan Chak Edwin L.

Amazing experience! Relaxed and family friendly environment! We all enjoyed our stay!
Lisa and Mark were extremely helpful before, during and after our stay. The villa is perfectly located, at a peaceful countryside, yet convenience to the nearest town. The villa is beautifully designed and decorated and we all had some lovely family time. The kitchen is well equipped and had some nice BBQ too! We would definitely love to revisit the place again! By the way, Mark’s cooking skill was great, we all enjoyed the delicious paella :-)
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Toju C., Morristown, New Jersey, USA

A magical time at La Cazalla, Ronda
There aren’t enough words to capture adequately what an amazing vacation this was. I was celebrating my 60th birthday with 7 of the most important women in my life. Being in Spain was a marvelous experience from start to finish. La Cazalla, our villa rental is stunning, every exquisite detail inside the house a delight to the senses and a reflection of our terrific hosts Mark and Lisa Ruddock. The grounds are breathtaking, with marvelous vistas everywhere you turn. Being at La Cazalla filled every member of our party with a deep tranquility that our regular lives back home too often deny us. It was Lisa and Mark though that helped make this holiday the wonderful one it was! They infused our time there with kindness, generosity of spirit, excellence, and professionalism, bringing every part of our planned itinerary to glorious life. My birthday dinner party and an Afternoon Tea party a few days later were so beautifully executed that I was moved to tears. Lisa completely captured the magical experience I was trying to deliver for my daughter, sisters, sister-in-law, and cousins. La Cazalla, the property provided the rest, with a unique ambience all it’s own. All of our planned excursions to Seville, Ronda, Marbella and Tangiers went off without a hitch thanks to Lisa’s helpful guidance and transportation arrangements. We all agreed that Mark, a skilled chef in his own right, made the best Paella we’ve ever eaten! Our stay at La Cazalla ranks as one of our most memorable vacations ever and we hope to be back again sometime soon.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Karen Ross

Beautiful villa in stunning countryside - SUPERB
One of the best villa stays I have ever experienced. La Cazalla is a dream - a gorgeous house full of lovely bedrooms, stylish sitting areas and outside eating spots surrounded by unspoilt countryside, oak forests, rivers and mountains. With 16 acres of nature to enjoy, fruit laden trees, stunning views and occasional sightings of deer and wild Andulasian horse, it is the perfect spot to sit and relax, to chill or to sunbathe and swim. In fact, the villa is so great and so welcoming, you don't want to leave - even though the delights of Ronda are just ten minutes drive away. Highly recommended for groups of up to 12 people, the house is big enough and spaced out for people to relax without being bothered - as well as intimate enough to enjoy each other's company for dinner and drinks on the terrace. I will definitely be coming back soon. I miss it already!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

rikke monrad h.

Beautifull and charming home set in a beatifull landscape.
Our family of 12 had a wonderful stay in La cazella. We went for walks in the mornings, explored the surroundings during dagtime, enjoyed the beatifull poolarea in the afternoon and had our nice dinners at the terrace at night. We would lige to back some time!

10/10 Excellent

Manuel S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Preciosa casa
Precio alto pero merece la pena.u La casa muy bien equipada y el entorno precioso.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent séjour
Une très belle semaine entre amis et en famille, avec de jeunes enfants dans la superbe propriété de Lisa et Mark. Un bel accueil, un bon niveau de service avec un ménage quotidien très apprécié, et un magnifique environnement, en pleine campagne à 10 minutes du centre de Ronda.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Celia C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Un fin de semana increíble
Todo ha sido perfecto,el sitio ideal para pasar las vacaciones,tiene todo lo que necesitas para estar cómodo
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Miguel A. S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tres días de encanto y tranquilidad
El alojamiento está cuidado hasta el más mínimo detalle. Las zonas comunes son muy amplias y permite usarlas por un grupo como el nuestro de 12 personas. Habitaciones amplias y cómodas. Los exteriores son magníficos para disfrutar de la tranquilidad y el aire puro que se respira, al mismo tiempo que puedes moverte en los diferentes senderos existentes. La atención por parte de los propietarios y del ama de llaves, Cristina, fue bastante buena.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Yinka G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Una experiencia maravillosa
Fue un verdadero sueño estar en La Cazalla. Desde el principio tanto Lisa como Mark fueron muy atentos a nuestras necesidades y encontraron soluciones a todo. La estancia fue preciosa, la casa es todavía más bella de lo que se ve en las fotos. Todos nuestros invitados y nosotros queremos volver!!!

10/10 Excellent

Angela B.

Eine Oase der Ruhe
Ein wunderschönes, liebevoll und individuell gestaltetes Haus mitten in der Natur. Nur mit dem Auto über eine Schotterstraße zu erreichen. Sehr freundlicher Empfang durch Lisa, die uns ( 7 Personen ) auch mit Informationen für Ausflüge in der Umgebung versorgte. Das Haus bietet 5 DZ, davon eines mit separatem Eingang. Die Schlafräume sind sehr großzügig und mit eigenem Badezimmer + Toilette. Die Wohnräume sind ebenfalls geräumig und gemütlich, so dass man sich bei Bedarf auch zurück ziehen könnte. Die Küche ist sehr gut sortiert; es machte Spaß zu kochen. Die Außenanlagen bestehen aus 2 Terrassen, Poolanlage und einem endlosen wunderschönen Garten. Insgesamt ein hochwertiges Anwesen. Alles wird täglich gepflegt. Wir fühlten uns so wohl, dass unser Ausflugsprogramm in den Hintergrund geraten ist. Lisa und Mark wohnen ebenfalls auf dem Grundstück. Wir haben den Aufenthalt definitiv genossen.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

frank d.

beautiful place in superbe surroundings
very clean and luxurious house, very nice contact with the owners .
Stayed 3 nights in May 2018