Location: Ronda, Andalucia, Spain, Europe (Jerez, Malaga, Seville Airports) View Map
Accommodations: House, 3 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 3 Baths (Sleeps 6-8)
Keywords: Ronda Vacation Rental, Ronda Holiday Home, Ronda Vacation House
This property is under renovation until June 1, 2012
Casa Sofia is a three-story vacation home with 3 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms. Ideal for families with children. Newly added is a 400 sq. ft. roof terrace with city and mountain views. Casa Sofia features a cook's kitchen, private dining room and a writer's hideaway with fireplace. Equipped with satellite TV, Internet/WiFi, AC/Heat, Washer/Dryer. Three night minimum. Starts at 900 euros per week. CC okay.
Casa Sofia was featured in a Washington Post story called 'Ernest Hemingway's Spain' in March 2009. The writer called Casa Sofia a 'lovely property in a dreamy locale.' No surprise Casa Sofia is the top VRBO vacation rental in greater Ronda.
In August 2010, the Obama family toured a historic Moorish castle in Ronda, just 50 feet away from Casa Sofia, a 400-year-old Historic property.
If you've walked the medina streets of Cordoba, Fez or Jerusalem, you'll appreciate Ronda's old town quarter. Ronda's Phoenician squares, Roman roads & Moorish minarets are protected heritage sites. Ronda features 12 local wineries, two Michelin-rated restaurants and a 2-mile shopping district for walkers called the La Bola. Ronda also has some of best hiking, cycling and nature excursions in Western Europe.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Linens Provided
- Washer
- Dryer
- Off Street Parking
- Wood Fireplace
- Beds
- King Bed
- Queen Bed
- Twin/Single Bed
- Convertible Bed
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Deck/Patio
- Balcony
- View/Location
- Mountain View
- Monument View
- Communications
- Telephone
- Computer
- Broadband Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Kid Friendly
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Boating
- Swimming
- Surfing
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Hunting
- Horseback Riding
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Restaurants
- Hiking
- Rock Climbing
- Spelunking
Rate Details (In Euros)
Mid-Season: Mar, Oct, Dec ........................€1000/week ....€ 1700/2 weeks
High Season: Apr, May, June, July, Aug, Sept* .... €1100/week ... € 1900/2 weeks
Low Season: Jan, Feb, Nov ........................€900/week ... € 1600/2 weeks
Holiday Season: Sep 01-14 (Bullfight Feria) .......€1400/week
Refundable security deposit .......................€500 at reservation
All major cards. Three night minimum at €250/day. 50% deposit at reservation.
All payments due 30 days in advance, cancellation charges apply, 8 people maximum
Weekly rate does NOT include tax(8%), security deposit(€500) or cleaning fee(€100)
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Map & Owner's Profile
Notable Vacation Rental in Old Town Ronda
Year Purchased: 1999
Why the Owner Chose Ronda
Ronda is a beautiful city. Known for its Roman and Moorish history, Ronda is the third most visited city in Southern Spain. If you like Sante Fe or San Miguel de Allende, we believe you'll like Ronda. Ronda's old town is perched on mountain face overlooking a spectacular gorge. For 2,000 years, Ronda has been a favorite destination. A celebrated stomping ground for Hannibal, Julius Caesar and Maimonides as well as Ernest Hemingway and Orson Wells. For more details, visit our website.
The Unique Benefits at this House
Ronda's old quarter is 2,000 years old. Lots of Moorish and Roman history at your doorstep. If you like Cordoba, Fez or Jerusalem, you'll like Ronda's medina streets.
Famous backdrop for climatic scene in "For Whom the Bell Tolls" by Ernest Hemingway.
Ancient baths built by Arabs 1,000 years ago when Ronda was a Moorish strong-hold.
For people who love to shop & eat, Ronda is a destination city. Main shopping area is La Bola, a pedestrian walk-way about 2 km long. La Bola is for foodies; area features two Michelin restaurants.
Casa Sofia is in the heart of the Old Ronda. The house was notably featured in Washington Post. See here: http://snurl.com/z3r9r More than 2,000 years old, Ronda's La Ciudad area has Roman and Mooris
Ronda area has some of best hiking areas in Western Europe. One destination is Cueva de Gato, which features a pristine river spilling out of a mountain cave into 25-foot deep mountain pool.
Ronda is the largest of several mountain towns. The neighboring Genal Valley is a mecca for hikers and cyclists. For excursions, visit www.butterflyadventures.co.uk or www.cycleronda.com
Grazalema sits at edge of Sierra de las Nieves national park, perched on side of a steep mountain face. For Grazalema excursion ideas, visit www.grazalemaguide.com and www.wildsideholidays.com
Before the Spanish Civil War, the Ronda area was known for its bandits or highwaymen. One of the most famous bandits was based in El Gastor, a stunning mountain town.
Acinipo was a city created for retired Roman soldiers 2,000 years ago. A theater & other ruins still stand. It is said Julius Caesar fought Pompeii's remaining legions near Acinipo.
F. Schatz is local winery in Ronda, one of 12 in the area. Award-winning all-organic wines. Visitors welcome. Contact Frederik at 34952871313. www.f-schatz.com
Zahara is Moorish fort city, one of the last strong-holds of Kingdom of Granada, which fell in 1492. Post card views of a man-made reservoir below. Zahara also hosts a 100-mile bike race each year.
For people looking for fine leathers at great prices, this small city of 20,000 people is known for its leather artisans.
The town of El Bosque features a cliff face that reminds many travelers of El Capitan in Yosemite. El Bosque also is starting point for 20 km bike ride though a national park to Grazalema.
Benamahoma is the second stop in 20 km bike ride or car trek from El Bosque to Grazalema. (A-372) is a spectacular two-lane road through Sierra de las Nieves pine forests.
Arcos de la Fronteria is an impressive fort city in Andalusia and the starting point of Moorish Road to Grazalema (A-372). A 90-minute car excursion through pine forests and mountains of Andalusia.
Jerez is the hub of sherry-making for Spain. And Sandeman is one of world's top producers. The sherry tours are family friendly. For details, visit www.sandeman.es
Spanish handmade rugs called Jarapas are made in Genal Valley towns of Parauta & Cartajima. Just 50-150 euros, these rugs are uniquely made from recycled cotton. Visit www.andalucianrugs.com
Cycle Ronda rents bikes by day and does guided tours around the Ronda area for road and mountain bikers. Details from Ferry Staleman www.cycleronda.com or 34654869946
Every Sunday, Ronda hosts an large flea market at the city fairgrounds, near the Hipersol Supermarket. A bargainer's paradise for local vegetables, fruits, meats, cheeses, clothing, household goods,
The first Sunday of every month, there is a large artisan market in Old Town Ronda in Duquesa de Parcent plaza. Last Sunday of every month, Hotel Molino del Puente hosts a morning artisan market.
The Ronda area is a popular destination for casual hikers, serial cyclists, and over-the-top nature excursions. For ideas, visit www.grazalemaguide.com and www.wildsideholidays.com
SpanishNature.com runs several nature tours in the Serrania de Ronda and Sierra de Grazalema for birders and nature lovers. A summary is here: http://snurl.com/uag7o
www.insideronda.com www.theolivepress.es www.rondatoday.com/links www.secretandalucia.com www.skyscanner.net (cheap flights) www.iberianature.com www.grazalemaguide.com
Property Photos
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- Old Town Ronda - Ronda, Spain -Vacation House Near Wineries, Restaurants, and Hiking
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- Casa Sofia Exterior - Ronda, Spain -Vacation House Near Wineries, Restaurants, and Hiking
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- 2nd Floor Master Bedroom - Ronda, Spain -Vacation House Near Wineries, Restaurants, and Hiking
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- 3rd Floor Master Bedroom
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- 3rd Bedroom Ideal for Children
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- 3rd Floor Suite
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- Kitchen
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- Casa Sofia dining area in Ronda
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- Casa Sofia Salon
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- Writer's Hideaway in Ronda
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- 2nd Floor Full Bathroom
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- 1st Floor Full Bath
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- Roof Terrace is 400 sq. ft.
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- 400 sq. ft citadel terrace with city & mountain views
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- Casa Sofia in heart of Ronda Old Town
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- An Evening in Ronda
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