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El Pastor, Watermill in stunning mountain valley near Grazalema South Spain

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck or patio
  • Internet access

Explore the area

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Grazalema, AL
  • Place, Embalse de Zahara
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Ermita del Calvario
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Sierra de Grazalema Natural Park
    ‪21 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

El Pastor, Watermill in stunning mountain valley near Grazalema South Spain

El Pastor is situated in an outstanding valley in the Parque Natural of the Sierra de Grazalema 7km from the village, in a secluded rural position at an altitude of 600 meters, with the nearest neighbour a few minutes walk away.
El Pastor is built on the site of an old mill and bakery and its focus is the river which can be seen from most of the windows. The accommodation is simple and typical of farmhouses and mills in the area, there is a good internet wifi connection.. The garden is planted with native plants including rosemary and lavender. There are various outside areas where one can relax and a short path takes you to the river (which powered the mill), where a waterfall has created a natural plunge pool and waterfall which is perfect for swimming in, on hot summer days. This mountainous area is perfect for walking, cycling and bird watching. Scops Owls, Golden Oriels, Griffon Vultures, Black Kites and Bee Eaters have all been spotted close to the mill.

How to get around
We have four airports nearby: Malaga, Seville, Gibraltar and Jerez de la Frontera
Grazalema is only 30kms from Ronda, a monumental and romantic town, whose visit is a must and in whose surroundings are the small wineries of the most sought-after wines of the Sierra.
There is one daily bus to Malaga that pass through Ronda.
Seville, Cadiz and Malaga, are approximately 2h. by car.
The centuries-old wineries of Jerez de la Frontera and its famous Andalusian Horses are just an hour away.

Other highlights
We require a minimum stay of three nights.
There are recycling garbage containers at various points in the town and at the exit to the Zurdo road to Grazalema.
Pets are not allowed
Smoking is only allowed outside


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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 18

Check out before 11:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

No pets allowed

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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Property Registration Number VR/CA/00101
Property # 6933043
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
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

Grazalema

Grazalema is home to this cottage. Puente Nuevo Bridge and Ermita del Calvario are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Majaceite River Trail and Bodega Joaquín Fernández.
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Grazalema, AL

What's nearby

  • Embalse de Zahara - 7 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Ermita del Calvario - 12 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Área Recreativa Arroyomolinos "La Playita" - 18 min drive - 10.8 km
  • La Playita - 18 min drive - 10.8 km
  • Sierra de Grazalema Natural Park - 21 min drive - 13.7 km

Getting around

  • Benaojan-Montejaque Station - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante Patio San Diego - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪La Merina Brasa Autóctona - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪La Maroma - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Bar Al Lago - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Cafeteria Rumores - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is El Pastor, Watermill in stunning mountain valley near Grazalema South Spain pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at El Pastor, Watermill in stunning mountain valley near Grazalema South Spain?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at El Pastor, Watermill in stunning mountain valley near Grazalema South Spain?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at El Pastor, Watermill in stunning mountain valley near Grazalema South Spain?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is El Pastor, Watermill in stunning mountain valley near Grazalema South Spain located?

Situated in Grazalema, this cottage is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Embalse de Zahara and within 6 miles (10 km) of Ermita del Calvario and La Playita. Área Recreativa Arroyomolinos "La Playita" and Puerto del Boyar Viewpoint are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 35 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 35 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 35 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 35 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is the kind of 'almost off the grid' kind of experience we were hoping to get. Totally charming house with lots of places outside to either capture the sun or hide in the shade. Going for a dip in the pool by the waterfall after a 4-5 hour hike in the mountains is a luxury (albeit a cold luxury in early April). Very easy communications with the host.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

El Pastor

Amazing and magical location. A unique place to stay surrounded by nature.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Love this place.

El Pastor is an a amazing place to stay if you like a quiet place in the countryside. The house is beautiful with a lot of character, well decorated, good equipment. Esteban was helpfull to bring us to the house. I hope i will stay here in the future again
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Comfortable house in stunning location

We love being immersed in the natural environment. Everything you would need for relaxing stay. Good kitchen, books, lovely outdoor spaces. Access would be hard for anyone with a disability, however lots of opportunities for hikers, cyclists, bird watchers, artists. Highly recommend if you love nature.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Hidden Gem

Great rustic location away from the busyness of Sevilla and yet close to the wonderful Grazalema. Plan to use your GPS to locate the entrance! We really enjoyed our time over holy week and the processions. Fortunate to have great weather. If you are looking for an authentic rural experience, this is your place.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely rural retreat

Delightfully situated property beside a stream in lovely countryside. Very comfortable and well equipped. The open fireplace was a welcome source of heat in the cool March evenings. Our host, Jack, responded very quickly to sort out a couple of minor issues for us. Recommended - we would certainly stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Amazingly beautiful, relaxing, even better than described!

We had a wonderful stay here. The place itself was even better than we expected. The location is fantastic, right next to the river. The house is perfect and had everything we needed. The location within the Sierra de Grazalema is also perfect. Only about 15 minutes drive away from Grazalema, which is a very beautiful town and very easy to navigate, unlike some of the other towns we drove through. We did a hike in the park everyday and could have done way more had we stayed longer. The park is breathtaking. We recommend this place for sure!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Sept 2023
Thank you for such a good review, we are very happy that you enjoyed your stay.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Winter in El Pastor

The listing is accurate, this house is quite remote, it probably would make a splendid summer getaway. However, we found it entirely unsuitable for a stay in February. All the bedrooms are connected by a corridor with six open lattice windows which allowed cold, damp air into the rooms which made sleeping there intolerable. In the end we had to move a bed into the sitting room where the open wood fire and gas heaters allowed us to maintain a reasonable temperature, even when outside it was only 1 to 2 degrees centigrade. Also, it was not made clear that the WiFi is limited and no streaming is allowed, which, with no TV, made entertainment very restricted.
Stayed 13 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Review El Pastor – GrazalemaEl Pastor is in a quiet and beautiful spot surrounded by mountains and greenery. The house itself really suited our taste: modern in its design, yet still keeping its Spanish character. It feels authentic without being overdone.The house has most of the essentials you need. The kitchen is practical, and the bedrooms and living area are comfortable. Other reviews mentioned it’s a great place to relax, and we found that to be true as well.There were a few minor downsides that can’t really be helped. For us, the heat was sometimes difficult (5 days of 40), especially at night. Air conditioning would have made it more comfortable. Because of that, we’d probably return during a cooler time of year.What we especially enjoyed was the nature around the house. We saw plenty of local plants and wildlife, and at night we loved watching the sky. Seeing shooting stars in the darkness was a memorable experience.Overall, we really enjoyed our stay and would be happy to return.“El Pastor gave us a lovely stay and will stay with us as a special place.”
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Idyllic, peaceful and perfect!

What a fantastic week we had staying here with our 3 children (11-17). Communication with Jack before our stay was great and we arrived late Saturday night to be met at taken to the villa, which was spotlessly clean and really well equipped. Waking up the next morning, we were astounded at the surroundings- the stream gushing through the grounds and the plunge pool, the trees and wildlife- it is a fantastic, peaceful hideaway. The addition of wifi was super for our teens, who also loved the plungepool and exploring the stream and rocks. The villa is really well furnished and decorated, and the shower is amazing. Constant hot water too, and the washing machine was useful especially as clothes on the airer dried overnight. Definitely need a car as it is 20 mins to the village along quite windy roads, but I'm a first time driver abroad and managed fine. Grazalema itself is a delight with numerous really good restaurants and bars, and the square is super to sit with a drink and relax. We visited Ronda and Seville, both were superb- had many plans to explore further but the villa was so peaceful we chose to sit on one of the several patios , read and just enjoy the surroundings. We loved the dragonflies, geckos, and lizards that we saw, and the little bat that slept each day under the house as we walked to the plungepool. Part of the house is built on huge rocks- it's spectacular! Highly recommend this villa, we would love to return. Thank you Jack for sharing this lovely home.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Sept 2023
We are very happy that you had such a good time and enjoyed the house and surrounding valloey and villages. Thank you very much for your stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Enchanted Cottage in the Woods

This is an enchanted cottage in an area of spectacular and unique beauty in Spain. The sound of rushing water in the nearby stream, and songs of birds from daylight to dusk contributed to a very relaxing stay surrounded by nature and much more green than I had expected (the area is noted for its high rain fall). Goats, sheep and cattle dot the countryside. I loved the large and well-equipped kitchen and outdoor patio where we ate every night. We appreciated the extra care with which this place has been put together: moorish screens, local woolens on the bed, moroccan rugs and blankets, modern bathroom with lots of light and heated towel rack. The nearby village of Grazalema is charming. Bring hiking boots, poles, rain gear and sun gear, sweater, water shoes (for the grotto) and a good book (no TV here but we did listen to classical radio station). You definitely need an SUV-type car as there are back roads that are rutted and paved surfaces drop off to driveways and unpaved roads that would bottom out a regular passenger car. While the paved roads are in good condition, they are very narrow with lots of switchbacks and views from steep mountainsides. The area is popular with motorcyclists. This is an area of extreme incline in local roads, hiking trails and the site of the village. The cottage is accessed by rocky path and the cottage is on several levels, so you need to be fit enough to do stairs and steep hills. The local tourist office in the village was very helpful in providing suggestions for hiking trails. We. could easily have spent a week or more exploring trails and other nearby villages and are seriously considering returning next year. The longer we stayed, the more it grew on us. This property is only an hour and a half from Sevilla. It would be a perfect place for a family vacation or to come with another couple for a rustic stay in the country.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Sept 2023
Dear Shawn Thank you very much for the review and we are very happy that you enjoyed your stay. Best Wishes
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wer ein Haus mit Charakter zu schätzen weiß, ist hier genau richtig. Eine herrliche Lage mitten in der Sierra de Grazalema. Auf Fragen und Anliegen wurde von den Vermietern sehr schnell reagiert.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Kleine Oase am Flüsschen

Drei Wochen durften wir in diesem zauberhaften Tal in den beeindruckenden Sierras verbringen. Der Weg zu der versteckten alten Mühle schlängelt sich idyllisch über das Grundstück und über eine Brücke, da sollte man schon etwas trittsicher sein. Das Haus ist sehr schön eingerichtet, es ist allerdings ein altes Haus, das hier und da schon etwas in die Jahre gekommen ist. In diesem versteckten Rückzugsort mitten in der Natur haben wir am meisten die Zeit auf der tollen Terrasse mit dem wunderbaren Blick auf Fluss und Wäldchen genossen. Von dort aus konnten wir uns morgens das Vogelkonzert anhören und Pirol und Fledermäuse und Geier und vieles mehr beobachten. Wenn man Ruhe und Natur sucht, findet man dort ein ganz besonderes Plätzchen.
Stayed 23 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Lauschige Ruhe am rauschenden Bach

Wir habe Anfang Juni 2022 vier Tage El Pastor gewohnt. Wir wurden empfangen von Esteban, der ausschließlich Spanisch sprach. Wir fanden die Anlage vor wie in der FeWo-Direkt-Anzeige beschrieben. Sie liegt ruhig inmitten von Bäumen an einem rauschenden Bach in einem Tal. Wohnzimmer, Esszimmer, Küche und eins der beiden Schlafzimmer mit Doppelbett befinden sich im Ober-, die übrigen zwei Schlafzimmer, Bad und die Waschküche im Unterparterre. Die Hauptterrasse, die sowohl vom Ess- als vom Wohnzimmer begehbar ist, als auch die Küchenausrüstung, insbesondere der Gasherd verdienen besondere Erwähnung. Abgesehen vom Bad wirkte die Anlage auf uns etwas in die Jahre gekommen. Es bleibt in El Pastor wegen der Höhenlage und der Bäume verhältnismäßig kühl. Die Landschaften in der Umgebung gehören zu den schönsten, die wir in Spanien gesehen haben.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Stunning location and beautiful house

El Pastor is an amazing hideaway in the hills. It was so exciting walking down through the trees, across a footbridge over the river, and having the gorgeous old house revealed nestled in such beautiful scenery. The house was full of character and very clean and well-equipped, and we loved sitting out on all the different terraces at different times of the day. The stone floors were refreshingly cool in the day but we found ourselves a bit chilly at night - thankfully there were plenty of blankets around and a big fireplace in the living room, although I'd definitely bring slippers next time! The plunge pool and waterfall is a 20 second walk from the house and was such a luxury to have in the back garden - the sounds of the river carry through the house in a wonderfully soothing way. Amazing wild flowers around the house as well. A truly special place that we can't wait to return to!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Charming rural retreat

Adorable, renovated home in the hills outside Grazalema. Artistically decorated with attention to detail everywhere. Kitchen included all the cookware for homemade meals for a family & the dining area was lovely. The rooms were a tad chilly at Xmas (rain), but the sound of the stream was beautiful & the electric blankets kept us cozy. Gorgeous setting! Unique and very memorable rural getaway!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Location

The setting and location of the house is gorgeous. You hear nothing but the soothing sounds of the creek and see the beautiful trees. It's like a secret oasis - especially in an area that can be very hot. Unfortunately, as many other reviewers have mentioned, the insects are a real problem here. There is a section of the house that has beautiful moorish paneling, but it is open to the air and all insects can and do come in. Additionally, the house needs some attention. Some of the windows were filthy on the outside - covered in debris and spider webs. One of the couches was dirty and smelled bad so we covered it with a sheet to sit on it. The floors need re-glazing and the pots/pans either need a good scrubbing or to be replaced. The yard needed raking and there was palm tree that blocked the stairs to get from the bridge up to the house. We ended up leaving a day early as the insects just got too bad - there were multiple giant spiders, a giant hornet that got into the house and a large scorpion on the bathroom rug. My husband got tons of mosquito bites. Plus moths would land on my Kindle and get in my hair when I was reading in bed. at night. Grazalema is beautiful village in a stunning location. There are tons of amazing hikes and we enjoyed our visit to the area. I would pay twice as much to stay at this house if it could be brought up to a higher standard.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Estancia agradable

La casa está perfectamente equipada. Tiene de todo. Cocina completa y tanto utensilios como electrodomésticos en perfecto estado. Terraza muy agradable En general la calificaría como buena estancia, limpia, muy bonita y confortable. Se hacen algo incómodos los escalones para acceder al baño y la habitación que nosotros hicimos como principal, aunque tienes otra habitación preciosa con terraza en el piso de arriba. Pasamos unos días muy tranquilos, aunque mejor entre semana cuando no hay vecinos. La ubicación es preciosa aún sin grandes vistas. Una pena que el acceso desde la casa al riachuelo esté vallada, aunque sí que se puede llegar a la cascada a apenas 50 metros de la casa. Buena estancia
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Finde muy relajante

El marco de la casa preciosa y con la lluvia el viernes aún más bucólico. Paseos, buena comida y buen descanso
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020
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10/10 Excellent

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

rio

Lo mejor: cercanía al río y la fantástica poza
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Sept 2023
Muchas gracias por venir al Molino y por tu comentario. Nos encanta que hayáis disfrutado de la casa y el entorno
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lugar muy autentico

El alojamiento responde perfectamente a lo ofertado y ha sido una experiencia muy agradable. Tener un salto de agua con una poza junto a la casa y escuchar el rio correr permanentemente es una de esas experiencias que solo la naturaleza te puede ofrecer y que la casa te facilita. Ciertamente es lo que uno entiende por una escapada al campo pero con todo lo que necesitas a menos de 10 minutos. A mi juicio es recomendable.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Even better than the photos

This property is a true gem. It's a great place to relax and decompress. The property itself is delightfully decorated, has all of the basic kitchen equipment, and quite comfortable for a group (we had 3 adults and a child in our group). It's outside of the village, so you will definitely need a car.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Heaven

We all loved walking across the bridge across the river up to the Mill. It was just as expected outside but the inside was an added bonus very quirky and beautifully presented. We really enjoyed staying there.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Sept 2023
Thank you, we are really happy that you enjoyed your stay. Best Wishes Jack
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verborgen paradijs

Deze ruime vakantiewoning op de lokatie van een oude watermolen ligt op een prachtige plek beneden in een dal aan een rivier. Daar stroomde tijdens ons verblijf in april behoorlijk veel water omdat het de dager ervoor flink had geregend. De woning is zeer stijlvol ingericht, voorzien van open haard en gaskachels (tijdens ons verblijf nodig in de avond). Geschikt voor mensen die van een afgelegen lokatie houden met veel ruimte rondom het huis. Wij kwamen om te wandelen. In de omgeving zijn diverse plekken om te starten met wandelen, vaak binnen kwartier te bereiken met auto. Voor winkels moet je naar Grazalema en de toegangsweg naar het huis is een beetje stijl en hobbelig.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Sept 2023
Dear Jan Thank you for your review and we are very happy that yu enjoyed your stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

EXCELENTE

Muy agradecido, estancia, perfecta, sorprendido, , entorno fantastico, y volveremos, seguro. Noche Vieja, queremos reservar, aun no confirmado. gracias,
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018

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