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Detached Villa With Private Pool And Stunning Views 5 Minutes Walk From Village

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A covered patio with a wicker table and striped sofa, surrounded by arches and a view of a pool and hills.
A hillside property with a white building featuring a red-tiled roof, surrounded by lush greenery and a clear blue sky.
A cozy living room with a fireplace, leather sofas, a dining area, and a kitchen visible through an arched window.
A sign reading "LA CASA DE FLORES" with a lantern and greenery around it.
A swimming pool with blue tiles, surrounded by lounge chairs and a white building with purple flowers.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Dive into relaxation
    Unwind in the top-rated pool, your perfect spot for relaxation.
  • Outdoor pool
    The outdoor pool is a refreshing retreat under the open sky - a rare gem in this area.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Árchez, AL
  • Place, Bodegas Almijara
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, The Sierras of Tejeda, Almijara & Alhama
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Burriana Beach
    ‪38 min drive‬
  • Airport, Málaga (AGP)
    ‪74 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed and 1 Crib

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Detached Villa With Private Pool And Stunning Views 5 Minutes Walk From Village


4 weeks for the Price of 3 applies to longer bookings from October to End of March
Guests can Self Check In at our property
We can only accept children under the age of 3 and age 12 and over.
Less than 5 mins walk, on proper pavements with streetlighting, to restaurants (including Moorish and Traditional Spanish), bars, supermarkets and pharmacy, but completely private sitting in 2000 square metres of land. Walking distance to 2 other villages with restaurants, shops, bars and banks. The beautiful beaches of Nerja, Torre del Mar and Algarrobo are within 20-25 mins drive. The house is accessed by tarmac road, so no need to rent a 4x4 vehicle. The house is well equipped and furnished and is maintained by a local British couple. The property is light and airy in the summer but cosy in the winter with a wood burning stove and warm aircon units. Archez is a 1 hour drive from Malaga airport and 1.5 hours to Granada and 2.5 hours to Seville. The villages of Canillas de Albaida and Corumbella are within walking distance. The resorts of Nerja and Torre del Mar are half an hour away. Skiing in the Sierra Nevada is 2 hours drive and there are two 18 hole golf courses within easy drive. Absolutely no animals are permitted in our home
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Travel Cot suitable for child up to 18 months.
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Events

No events allowed
A maximum of 4 people are allowed in our property
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not permitted in our house.

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Clean, dry and store all used crockery, glassware, cutlery, pots, pans, baking trays and utensils
Strip beds and place used bed linen and towels on top of the sofa in the lounge
Switch off air conditioning and TV and place the remotes in their holders. Leave the property no later than 10am
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Children from 3 to 12 years are not allowed to accommodate at the property. We provide the travel cot for babies from 0-2 years.
Bookings Cannot be Transferred To Third Party Only the guests notified to the owners, at time of booking, may occupy the house, garden and pool area.
All visitors to our property must register online with the Guardia Civil to comply with Spanish legislation. Instructions to do this will be provided

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number VTAR/MA/02089
Property # 8019361
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Note from host: A maximum of 4 people are allowed in our property
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 and 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

Archez

Located in Archez, this villa is in the mountains and on a river. Balcon de Europa and Bentomiz Castle are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Capilla del Agua and Centro de Arte Contemporaneo de Velez Malaga. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Juan Manuel Azuaga Stadium, or consider a night out at Weekend Beach Festival. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby swimming, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding, hiking/biking trails and cycling.
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Árchez, AL

What's nearby

  • Bodegas Almijara - 2 min drive - 1.1 km
  • The Sierras of Tejeda, Almijara & Alhama - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Burriana Beach - 38 min drive - 32.0 km
  • Nerja Caves - 38 min drive - 34.2 km
  • Balcon de Europa - 39 min drive - 31.0 km

Getting around

  • Granada (GRX-Federico Garcia Lorca) - 99 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bar Avenida - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪El Curro - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Taberna Tetería Hierbabuena - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Bar Cerezo - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante El Pilon - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Detached Villa With Private Pool And Stunning Views 5 Minutes Walk From Village have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Detached Villa With Private Pool And Stunning Views 5 Minutes Walk From Village?

As of 11 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Detached Villa With Private Pool And Stunning Views 5 Minutes Walk From Village on 26 Dec 2026 start from £625, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Detached Villa With Private Pool And Stunning Views 5 Minutes Walk From Village pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Detached Villa With Private Pool And Stunning Views 5 Minutes Walk From Village?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Detached Villa With Private Pool And Stunning Views 5 Minutes Walk From Village?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Detached Villa With Private Pool And Stunning Views 5 Minutes Walk From Village?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Detached Villa With Private Pool And Stunning Views 5 Minutes Walk From Village located?

Situated on a river, this villa is within 2 miles (3 km) of Bodegas Almijara, Paseo de las Tradiciones and Plaza Almijara. Museum of Arts and Customs and The Sierras of Tejeda, Almijara & Alhama 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.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 76 out of 89 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 89 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 89 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 89 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 89 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ian M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our second stay at this lovely house. Great location just 5 minute walk to the village. Very private house with a great pool to relax around. Loads to see and do within a short driving distance. Margaret is a great host and we’ll definitely will be back again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Aug 2026
Thank you for your lovely review. It was great to have you both in our house again. You are more than welcome to return at any time, Best Regards Margaret
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A very comfortable, clean and well equipped villa with beautiful views from the lovely terrace. The villa is short walk from the village of Archez but as pointed out in the description it involves a pretty steep walk down and back up to the villa. There is a good little supermarket in the village for day to day needs and a couple of good restaurants. The villa is situated an a very quite road and apart from the Fiesta on our last night it was very peaceful. Overall it was a lovely place to spend a couple of very relaxing weeks in the sun.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Jul 2026
Thank you for your lovely review. It was a pleasure to have you to stay at our house. You are welcome ro return at any time in the future. We use the local supermarket and restaurants a lot. Tourism is very important in our small village and visitors always receive a warm welcome. Best Regards Margaret
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Andrew F.

Liked: Check-in, communication
A beautiful villa in good location.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Apr 2026
Dear Andrew Thank you for your review. We are glad that you have said that our house and location are beautiful, we think so too. We are sorry that you left us such a low score and wish that you had contacted us whilst you were staying in our house to say that you were experiencing a problem with the air conditioning. If it had not been for the fact that I contacted you on your last day to wish you a safe onward journey, I would have had no idea that you had experienced a problem with it. When I received your message , I contacted the air con engineer and our property manager and they both went to our house. The system , including the handsets were checked and there were no problems found. I feel that you have not selected a high enough temperature for winter use. Our property managers are very responsive and would have come to rectify the problem, if there had been one. Best Regards Margaret
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

JOHN H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Villa with a great private pool, stunning views.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Oct 2025
Hi John, it was lovely to have both of you to stay in our house and you are more than welcome to return. Thank you for your lovely comments about our house, I am hoping to enjoy the views myself next week and I will be sure to let Maria know that she is a superstar! Best Regards Margaret
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Matthew H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a fantastic stay in this beautiful villa set in a stunning location. It was perfect for our family holiday, we would strongly recommend this property to others without hesitation. Many thanks.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Aug 2025
Thank you for your lovely review, it was a pleasure to have you and your family to stay at our house and you are more than welcome to return. Best Regards Margaret
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Markus G.

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

Perfect stay

We enjoyed our stay in Casa de Flores very much! Nice House with a beatiful view, Perfect starting Point for hikes and Visits to Málaga, Nerja , Granada. Excellent Communication with the owner Margaret.
Stayed 11 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Apr 2025
Dear Markus, Thank you for your lovely review, it was a pleasure to have you and your family to stay and you are welcome to return in the future. I am glad that our house worked well for you and for the activities and day trips that you had planned. We have explored many of the Andalucían cities from our house in Árchez including Malaga, Sevilla, Córdoba, Cádiz, Jerez and Granada. We look forward to seeing you again in the future 😎 Best Regards Margaret
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jonny H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a super week in this villa, just the perfect place to relax with local amenities no to far away.The first time driving to property could be abit nerve wracking if your not used to the spainish mountain roads ,but the road is well maintained. Many thanksJon and Ali.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept 2025
Thank you for your lovely review. It was a pleasure to have you to stay and you are more than welcome to return in the future. I am glad that you had a great time and I saw that your weather was great too. It is good to have restaurants etc nearby, it was a priority for us when we were looking for somewhere to buy. Malaga Central Government were just building the new road from the coast when we bought La Casa de Flores 19 years ago. There used to be a lot of potholes etc. before then and they have maintained it well. Best Regards Margaret
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lee C.

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

Great property

A very nice property in a quiet location. Owner was a pleasure to deal with and local contacts were on hand quickly if required.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Jul 2024
Hi Lee Thank you for your lovely review. It was a pleasure to have you and your family staying in our house. You are welcome to return at anytime. Best Regards Margaret
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brian S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely villa with all that you need, even tv with UK terrestrial channels for those who cannot do without. Great views to enjoy looking at with a gin and tonic. Walk to Archez and back had two walks, one very steep but short and one longer but less strenuous. We mixed it up depending how we felt! Great places to visit nearby, within an hour, Competa, Sayalonga, Frigilana and Nerva.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Oct 2025
Hi Brian, thank you for your lovely review, it was a pleasure to have you to stay at our house and you are more than welcome to return. There are many beautiful places to visit in the area, including the lovely beach at Torre del Mar. Thank you for your lovely comments about our house, very much appreciated Best Regards Margaret
Verified review

8/10 Good

Michael W.

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

Great place

We had the most chilled out stay in this lovely villa up on a hillside in Archez. The villa has everything you could need ( including English TV channels), it’s great for that get away from it all and just relax type of holiday.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Jun 2022
Hi Michael, it was great to have both of you stay at our house, you are more than welcome to return at any time. We arrived in Árchez not long after you left and we are enjoying the peace, quiet and views after travelling here from Cadiz. The UK TV channels are popular with our guests and we are having a new SMART tv delivered tomorrow so that guests can keep up their netflix etc viewing whilst they are in Spain
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

gerry m.

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

Great villa all as described and more.

Excellent
Stayed 11 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Oct 2022
It was great to finally have you both stay at our house. Despite a 2 year pandemic occurring between you making your original booking and 2 changes of date, we are glad that you found it to be worth the wait. You have been great guests and we would love to have you back in the future. Best Regards Margaret
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mette M.

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

Most beautiful spot! Lovely house and view. Very good communikation with host. Highly recommendable.

Best place to explore Andalucia. Good communikation with owner. Very recommendable - would love to be back!
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Mar 2020
Dear Mette Thank you for your review, it is very much appreciated! I am glad that you and your family had a great holiday at our house. It has been a pleasure to have you to stay and you are more than welcome to return at any time. Best Regards Margaret
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mary P.

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

Beautiful location, beautiful scenery

Very private property in a lovely village. Good location to visit surrounding white villages and only half an hour from nearest beaches. Lovely walks in surrounding area and a good few restaurants to choose from in surrounding villages if you are there for a longer period of time. Would highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 29 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Jan 2024
Thank you for your lovely review. It was a pleasure to have both of you to stay in our house for a month. You are more than welcome to return at any time. We have had quite an increase in the number of autumn and winter guests staying for 4-8 weeks. Particularly those who live in countries that are very cold in the winter. It is the perfect weather for walking and there is a local walking group that visitors are welcome to join. My favourite beach in the area is at Torre del Mar and they have a good weekly market there too I am glad that you enjoyed the local restaurants, so much better value that higher priced restaurants on the coast
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Roy H.

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

New improved Casa - stay here

Our third year here. Lovely property, lovely location, lovely hosts. It’s always kept up to date and really couldn’t be bettered easily. Perfect combination of price and facilities. Visit.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 21 May 2024
Thank you for your lovely comments Roy, it was great to have you back for a 3rd visit and we hope to see you again in the future. I like to change things in the house for our guests who visit us regularly, it is nice that people notice. Best Regards Margaret
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

leanne C.

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

Lovely stay

Everything was great. The communications and the property and location. We had a great holiday. Thank you so much Margaret.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Nov 2023
Hi Leanne It was a pleasure to have both of you and your baby stay in our house. You are more than welcome to return in the future Best Regards margaret
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Markus G.

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

Super holiday home

When we arrived we found it as described and everything was prepared for us. The communication with the host worked out very well, she responded more less immediately. We would highly recommend this holiday home.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Sept 2022
Thank you for your lovely comments. It was a pleasure to host both of you for what was your first private holiday Villa rental and we would love to welcome you again in the future. I am glad that our house was well prepared for your arrival we are lucky to have a great team working with us. Best Regards Margaret
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Deborah G.

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

The Holy Grail

We had a wonderful week at the house and (finally) achieved our personal holy grail - a small villa with a gorgeous view and walking distance of restaurants and bars
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Oct 2024
Hi Deborah Thank you for your lovely review. It was lovely to have both of you stay in our house and you are more than welcome to return at any time. We have had some lovely comments made about La Casa de Flores in the past but the holy grail is a definite first😊 It did feel like the holy grail to us when we were looking for a house to buy. After viewing 17 houses in 3 days with 4 different estate agents and none of the other 16 entirely meeting our wish list, La Casa de Flores was the last house that we viewed and ticked all of the boxes. Glad that you enjoyed it too. Best regards Margaret
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark B.

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

Wonderful

My wife and I recently stayed at Casa De Flores and had a really enjoyable stay. The house is situated in a stunning location overlooking the village of Archez and the surrounding hills. There is absolutely everything you require and more. Great communication from the owner. Would highly recommend staying here and we would love to go back in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Sept 2024
Dear Mark Thank you for your lovely review. It was a pleasure to have both of you to stay in our house. You are more than welcome to return at any time in the future. I am looking forward to travelling to Árchez next week to enjoy some autumn sunshine. Best Regards Margaret
Verified review

8/10 Good

John S.

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

Lovely villa in Archez, nr Competa

Margaret owner of the La Casa de Flores was most helpful from making the initial booking of her villa, right through to pre arrival and the period of our holiday. Her communication was excellent. In short a beautiful villa in a peaceful relaxing location.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Jul 2022
Thank you for reviewing our holiday home. I am glad that you both had a great time at our house and enjoyed some lovely weather. Best Regards Margaret
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Eric A.

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

Exceptional

Communication beginning to end was so professional, timely and helpful. The villa is beautiful and the views wonderful. Absolutely everything you need for a stay is on tap at la casa de flores. 20/10 fantastic!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Sept 2024
Dear Eric Thank you for your lovely comments about our house. It was a pleasure to have you to stay and you are more than welcome to return. September is one of our favourite months to visit Árchez when it is definitely summer but the temperature is usually at least a little under 30 degree. Best Regards Margaret
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John T.

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

La Casa de Flores

Excellent villa in a quite location overlooking Archez. The villa is well equipped and comfortable set in lush gardens. The pool is well maintained and ideal for splashing around in and having fun. The road up to the villa is very steep and you need a car and be willing to drive on Spanish mountain roads. This is perfect for a quite getaway and a relaxing holiday.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jun 2023
Dear John Thank you for your lovely review. It was a pleasure to have you both stay at our house and you are more than welcome to return.Thank you for your lovely comments about our house and garden, we have a great team who look after it for us. I know that you were not intending to go out much in your car as, like me ,you were taking plenty of books to read in the sun. Many of our guests come without a car and either have airport transfers from Maria or take the bus from Malaga Bus Station depending on their flight times. I go to Árchez ,on my own , every winter and I never book a car. I use the local restaurants and local supermarkets and if I want to walk along the beautiful promenade at Torre del Mar, I walk up to Canillas de Albaida and take the bus. We have driven a lot in the English Lake District, Guernsey and the Scottish Highlands and find the roads to be very similar to rural Spain. Best Regards Margaret
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liselore H.

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

Perfect

We will definitely come back. We loved it all, the house the friendly owner, the village and the lovely restaurants. The only reason why we are glad to be home is our own bed. It was a bit to small for us, although romantic 😉
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Apr 2023
Dear Liselore Thank you for your lovely review! It was a pleasure to have you both stay at our house, you were the perfect guests and we look forward to having you to stay again. I am glad that you enjoyed some Spanish sunshine and also our local restaurants. We are all for encouraging romance 😊 several moonlit marriage proposals have been made and accepted on our terrace with 2 couples returning for their honeymoons 💕 Best Regards Margaret
Verified review

8/10 Good

Yasmin N.

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

Blissful Escape

We enjoyed our stay at Casa Flores and found everything satisfactory. The kitchen was well equipped and the bed was comfortable. The trip up and down the mountain was an adventure and the local restaurants and people were lovely and the prices were really reasonable though we found the generous portion sizes too much for us. The pool was divine and we spent so much time in it due to the weather being so hot. The sun beds were good quality and with very comfortable cushions as an addition. A parasol to shade under would be a welcome addition by the pool. It was a lovely way to spend our 40th wedding anniversary and the thoughtful touch of the card and sweets were well received. Thank you so much to our hosts.
Stayed 21 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Jul 2025
Hi Yasmin Thank you for your lovely review. It was a pleasure to host you for your special occasion. I am glad that you enjoyed your stay in Archez, people often comment on how friendly the local people are and how good the restaurants are. Re parasols, we decided to used to fixed shade instead of parasols and we have created a shaded area at the end of the pool which is where I read my book, we have a large covered porch with furniture and a shaded dining area at the barbeque. we find it easier that moving heavy parasol bases across the terraced. We would love to host you again in the future. Best Regards Margaret
Verified review

8/10 Good

Emma T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
This is a gem of place - and the check in process and communication with the owners is just perfect. Please note that while it is just 5 mins from the village/restaurants, the 10 min walk up the hill back to the villa will burn more than 2000 calories. It is steep! In the evening this is ok but during the hot midday sun it is impossible. The villa has everything you need - pool towels, comfy beds and every condiment under the sun. The village restaurants are fantastic and the locals are super friendly. The only negative for us was the number of barking dogs in the village - this often took away from the peace and tranquility of the setting when they started talking to each other.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Sept 2025
Thank you for your lovely review. I am glad that you enjoyed your stay and were happy with our house. I wish that the hill would burn off 2000 calories and I would at least have a chance of leaving Árchez the same weight as I was when I arrived 😂 There is a much gentler way to walk to our house from the village, but a few minutes longer. We have a short video of it on our Facebook page. I usually walk up the steep way tbh as it keeps me fit, but a few of our guests prefer the longer way. There are definitely dogs barking in the summer, because they are too hot or picking up the sound of fiestas that are too far away for us to hear but dogs can hear. Sadly, some of them have no owners and we have a collecting tin on our fireplace for a local animal rescue to collect small change for them. I am glad that you enjoyed our local restaurants and our friendly neighbours. Tourists are positively welcomed in Árchez
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Patrick S.

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

Lovely Casa with great views over Archez

We had ten very relaxing days at La Casa de Flores which is a lovely very well kept property perched on the hillside overlooking Archez. Very easy to relax on the veranda with a glass of wine watching the birds, views (and chameleon). Lovely walks take you to the two neighbouring towns of Canillas de Albaida and Competa, both with plenty of bars and restaurants. Thank you Margaret for your help and great communication - we’re already looking forward to a return visit!
Stayed 12 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Oct 2022
Thank you for your lovely review. It was a pleasure to have you both stay at our house and you are welcome to return at any time. I am in Archez at the moment and got my first live view of the chameleon yesterday afternoon when it came out for a spot of sunbathing on the wall. Jenny has sent me photos of it but it was nice to see it live. We hope to see you again soon. Best Regards Margaret

About the host

Hosted by Margaret and Brian McFadyen

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Why they chose this property

After viewing 14 properties in 3 days, we fell in love with this one as soon as we came through the gates. The gardens and terraces are beautiful and the views are absolutely stunning. Because we are driving a lot at work we wanted to be within walking distance of at least 1 restaurant and 1 supermarket. We are lucky enough to be able to walk to 3 restaurants and 2 supermarkets in our own village and a similar number in the next village. I often travel to our villa alone and wanted to have somewhere that was private but not isolated. The real deciding factor though, was the warmth of the local people. Our village is a small Spanish community where the most valuable assets are family and friends.

What makes this property unique

The fact that the village is very self contained means that we don't always need to rent a car as we can buy everything that we need locally. If we want to take a trip to Granada, Seville etc we will rent a car, but if not, Maria, the local taxi driver, will collect us at the airport and take us back there at the end of our holiday. The majority of our returning guests do not rent a car now.

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