Private apartment with stunning countryside views, large pool, gardens & WIFI

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A view of a landscaped garden with a white balustrade, a wind chime, and a backdrop of mountains.
A pool area with a wooden deck, a white building with a balcony, and a statue of a Buddha.
A bench in a garden with lemon trees and a blue door in the background.
A hallway with a staircase leading to a bedroom.
A dining area with a wooden table, chairs, and a ceiling fan.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Dive into relaxation
    Unwind in the top-rated pool, your perfect spot for relaxation.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Outdoor pool
  • Kitchenette
  • Toys
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Algodonales, AL
  • Place, Embalse de Zahara
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Olvera Castle
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Place, La Playita
    ‪24 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Algodonales

Located in Algodonales, this apartment is in a rural area and near a water park. Olvera Castle and Arab Castle are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Sierra de Grazalema Natural Park and Embalse de Zahara. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hunting and cave exploring.
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Algodonales, AL

What's nearby

  • Embalse de Zahara - 11 min drive - 11.5 km
  • Olvera Castle - 23 min drive - 22.2 km
  • Arab Castle - 23 min drive - 22.2 km
  • La Playita - 24 min drive - 15.5 km
  • Puente Nuevo Bridge - 40 min drive - 43.4 km

Getting around

  • Ronda Station - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bar Al Lago - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante La Era - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Bar Mirador - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante El Casino - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Los Naranjos - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Private apartment with stunning countryside views, large pool, gardens & WIFI have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Private apartment with stunning countryside views, large pool, gardens & WIFI pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Private apartment with stunning countryside views, large pool, gardens & WIFI?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Private apartment with stunning countryside views, large pool, gardens & WIFI?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private apartment with stunning countryside views, large pool, gardens & WIFI?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Private apartment with stunning countryside views, large pool, gardens & WIFI located?

Located in the mountains, this family-friendly apartment building is within 9 mi (15 km) of Embalse de Zahara, La Playita and Área Recreativa Arroyomolinos "La Playita". Dolmen El Charcón I and Dolmen El Charcón II are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 35 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 35 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 35 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 35 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 35 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a lovely apartment,part of a villa, with a lovely pool of good length which we made daily use of!
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Sept, 2025
It was such a pleasure hosting Duncan, Liz, and Stephen! They started each day with a refreshing swim and then explored the charming pueblos Blanco. I highly recommend them and would love to welcome them back anytime!"
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10/10 Excellent

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

Superb Summer Break

Fantastic welcome from the host Julie, who offered lots of friendly advice and suggestions as the best places to visit i.e Ronda, Sentinil, Zahara etc. The pool, gardens and views are beautiful. We had freshly picked grapes and figs from the garden. A 5 min walk to the town Plazza which offers a good selection of bars and restaurants. We tried most and all are highly recommended; fantastic food, very reasonably priced and friendly locals. We are already considering a return visit soon.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2019
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10/10 Excellent

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

Algondales a great base

Really well situated for exploring Seteneil, Olvera and Lake Zahara. The accommodation was great and very peaceful. The pool was lovely and we had it all to ourselves. Gorgeous, well maintained gardens. Sadly missed the oranges on the trees but the lemons and grapes looked like they’ll be ripening very soon. The owner Julie is next door so frequently pops by to offer advice. Would love to retune to the area again, we missed a couple of places because the kids were so happy to have a pool to themselves.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Mar, 2020
Nice to have met you all. Pleased to read that you enjoyed the surrounding areas and that the pool was enjoyed. Will save you some oranges for next time. Thank you for leaving the apartment tidy.
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10/10 Excellent

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

Algodonales Holiday

Julie was a friendly and welcoming host with great advice for visiting the local area. The town centre is a 5-10 minute walk away with numerous places to eat & drink at very reasonable prices, Pizzeria La Cueva was our favourite, delicious pizza, tapas & pasta. The apartment was cool even in the 30+ heat. It’s a great base to explore the surrounding area of beautiful Andalusian towns & landscape, we climbed to the castle above Zahara to watch the sunrise one morning, the views of the lake & the town below were quite breathtaking. We visited Seville for the day & on Julie’s advice parked on the outskirts & got the train into the city centre which made the trip much easier. A stay here is highly recommended.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Home from home

We have stayed at Julie and Warren's on numerous occasions and this is, in itself, an indication of the accommodation. The hosts are always welcoming and the two bedroomed apartment is clean and is fully equipped with everything required for self catering. There is also a wood burner in the apartment, not that we needed to use it as it was too hot but on those colder mornings/evenings it must be very welcome. There is also a facility available for english tv for those that need to catch up with the soaps!! As mentioned above - home from home.
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Mar, 2020
Thanks for the super review. Really pleased you all enjoyed your holiday here. Nice to read it feels like a home from home.
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10/10 Excellent

Excellent place for a family holiday

Casa La Parra fulfilled, and exceeded, our expectations. The apartment was clean and comfortable. Julie was welcoming, warm and helpful. She went above and beyond the call of duty at several times during the week to help us. She provided little touches that made us feel like we were at home, and helped us to plan excursions etc. Algodonales is a great village to be in - it is authentic and doesn't feel remotely touristy. It has a few places to eat where you can get tasty and incredibly cheap tapas (our favourite was La Bodequita). But, even better, it is incredibly well situated. We went to Ronda, Seville, Zahara, Grazalema, Cadiz and Jerez during our stay. Julie helped us to go horse riding. The kids swam in her lovely pool - it was very early in the year for it to be open so was a bit too chilly for us adults. We felt incredibly relaxed and could easily have stayed for much longer. I would highly recommend Casa La Parra for families, couples wanting a relaxing time away and also anyone who is in to cycling, paragliding, hiking, riding all of which are possible near by.
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Mar, 2020
Many thanks for your great review. So pleased that you all enjoyed your stay in the apartment. It was nice having you here at Casa la parra. Kind regards Julie and Warren
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10/10 Excellent

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

Super endroits

Vacances magnifiques
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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

Una muy buena experiencia

Julie ha sido una gran anfitriona muy atenta y amable. El jardín de la casa es impresionante y la piscina perfecta para hacer frente a las altas temperaturas. Lo recomendaríamos sin duda para conocer la zona que es muy bonita.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Jun, 2023
muchas gracias por escribir tu reseña. Estoy muy contento de que haya disfrutado de sus vacaciones aquí en Algodonales. sí, la piscina es el lugar para estar cuando llega el verano. Fue un placer tenerte a ti y a tu encantadora familia. Bienvenido de nuevo en otro momento.
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10/10 Excellent

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

Sehr schöne Unterkunft

Wir waren sehr zufrieden. Sehr freundlicher Empfang, schöne Umgebung und in Laufdistanz zu einem netten Örtchen mit Restaurants und Bars.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021
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10/10 Excellent

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Très bel extérieur....

La Location est conforme au descriptif et photos de l'annonce. Elle est très bien située.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Mar, 2020
Thanks for your lovely review. So pleased to hear that you really enjoyed your holiday here.
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10/10 Excellent

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

Algodonales Holiday

We had a lovely 30th wedding anniversary break here. Julie was very friendly and helpful with lots of advice and tips. Villa ideally suited for visiting the white villages, Ronda and Seville. Breathtaking scenery on your doorstep
Stayed 7 nights in May 2019
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10/10 Excellent

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

A perfect spot for a getaway in the south of Spain

Julie was an excellent communicator and our arrival at the house was relatively relaxed. The apartment was exactly as advertised with the additional benefit of being surrounded by the most abundant orange trees. Freshly squeezed juice was on the menu for every breakfast. It was a good base for exploring the nearby “white villages” as well as a quick trip to Ronda. We even managed a trip to Cordoba from here without too much trouble. The local village, an easy 5-10 minute walk, has lots of good places to eat or to enjoy a cooling drink. Beds were comfy, the apartment was cool even though it was 31C outside. The pool is also a great benefit. Highly recommended. Thankyou Julie and Warren for hosting us.
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Bien pero sin niños chicos

Muchas escaleras, sofá incómodo y finca sin vallar. Piscina estupenda y ubicación buena.
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10/10 Excellent

Sehr schön gelegenes Grundstück am Stadtrand von Algodonales.

Wir haben dies Gastfreundschaft von Julie sehr genossen. Wir konnten Wäsche waschen und Julie hat uns Empfehlungen für die Ausübung von Sportarten sowie Einkaufsmöglichkeiten in der Umgebung gegeben. Die Wohnung ist sehr sauber und die Betten sind sehr bequem. Wir können die Ferienwohnung empfehlen.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2019
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8/10 Good

Rural, quiet, and in a beautiful setting

We enjoyed our stay in Algodonales, despite the unexpected cold weather in November. The apartment is older with a small kitchen and living area but two ample bedrooms with single comfortable beds. Both bathrooms are clean and roomy with great showers and ample hot water. Julie and Warren were very personable and helpful. They gave us great advice on places to visit and ways to get there. If you're going to Seville by car, do take their advice to park and ride using the metro. Easy and fun. If you go during warm weather, you'll love the pool and opportunities to relax in the sun in the garden. It is a wonderful location for visiting white Andalusian villages and for many outdoor sports activities and hiking.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2018
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10/10 Excellent

Excellent accommodation in a great location.

We stayed for 4 nights in July as part of a month long trip from Barcelona to Gibraltar. The property is in an excellent location with great scenic views. It's very quiet with all the facilities you need should you wish to stay in during the evening but the great restaurants in the town are so cheap it's not really worth the bother. Julie was an excellent hostess will give you all the information you need on the area to ensure you get the best out of your stay. The pool is lovely and so refreshing after a day out exploring. The property is extremely clean and comfortable and is a credit to all the hard work, care and attention to detail that Julie and warren have put in. If you are looking for somewhere as a base to explore this area then look no further.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2017
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10/10 Excellent

Chill. Friendly family retreat for hill towns and outdoor fun.

If you're here for hill towns or paragliding, Algodonales is a pretty, pleasant, quiet and safe location... and Julie is a charming and considerate host. Perfect for our family of 4, I expect you paragliders will love it too.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Mar, 2020
Many thanks for your review So pleased to hear that you really enjoyed it here. Regards Julie and Warren.
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10/10 Excellent

Great apartment and fabulous host

Julie and Warren are just great. They gave us valuable information and recommendations about our visit. They are personable and available . The apartment is very spacious. The beds are the best we slept in during our entire month long vacation. The living areas were comfortable and kitchen contained all required equipment. We are grilled with our visit and would come again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Mar, 2020
Thanks for writing the review of our apartment. It was nice meeting you all. So pleased to read that you all enjoyed staying here and that our beds here were the best you'd slept on during your whole months holiday .All the best. Regards Julie and Warren.
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10/10 Excellent

Wonderful property and hosts

The apartment is part of a larger house with gardens and the pool area. The apartment itself has two floors. The bedrooms are on the lower floor and are nice and cool if it gets warm. The upper part is the living room with a small kitchen. We usually had breakfast and dinner at the apartment, which we prepared inside and then ate out on the terrace. We traveled with a 4-year-old, who was quite excited about the pool and the fact that there was a cat, a dog and two horses. Julie and her son Warren live in the other part of the building and were very helpful with everything and also provided a lot of information about the surroundings and places to see. They were always available when we had questions and lovely to be around. We had a wonderful time there.
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Mar, 2020
Thank you for the great review. We enjoyed meeting you all. Welcome back anytime.
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10/10 Excellent

Thee most wonderful place to stay in Europe!

We knew Casa La Parra was going to be great but it was beyond our expectations! The service was unbelievable - Julie and Warren not only ensured all possible amenities were available but always at a first class standard. Although they must work so hard to maintain such an impeccable quality, they never failed to find the time to help us in every way possible as if they had all the time in the world and made us feel so welcome that we felt part of their family. Casa La Parra is a beautiful place and is ideally situated between Malaga and Seville. We hired a low cost car for our stay and Julie (the owner) advised us about all the best places to visit and my goodness, we certainly went to some stunning places and enjoyed so many delicious meals for an absolute pittance! The hospitality was most enjoyable aspect of our stay and the worst was not being able to stay longer!
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Mar, 2020
Tessa many thanks for your lovely review, its wonderful to hear that we ticked all your boxes. We do really try to make to make people feel at home. Look forward to your return.
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10/10 Excellent

Lovely accommodation and excellent central locatio

Julie and Warren greeted us with a tour of the well-maintained property. The apartment was clean and well-equipped. Warren was especially helpful with IT issues we experienced! Julie provided us with helpful tips as we made our way to Seveille, Jerez and the white towns in the area. There are many fruit trees on the property...unfortunately for us the fruit was still ripening. We did appreciate the bottle of wine that Julie had waiting for us. The property is at the edge of the village and it was convenient to walk to the main square where the stores and restaurants were located. Thank you, Julie and Warren!
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Mar, 2020
Thank you for the super review. We are pleased to read that you had a good holiday here. It was our pleasure having you stay. We enjoyed helping you plan your trips to visit the white villages, Jerez and Sevilla. Happy travels!
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10/10 Excellent

Perfect place for a relaxing holiday.

The apartment was clean and had everything we needed - including air conditioning! Julie and Warren were fantastic hosts and went out of their way to make sure the holiday went smoothly - the pool and gardens and setting were fantastic - very relaxing and it's in a good location as you can get to bigger towns or the national park or the village is on your doorstep for shopping etc. Recommend it highly.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Mar, 2020
Thanks so much for the lovely feedback, we are really pleased you had a super holiday and enjoyed the apartment and surrounding area, it was a pleasure meeting you and having you stay. We hope you can come back one day.
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10/10 Excellent

Lovely stay

We were greeted warmly by Julie at Casa la Parra. The accommodation was well equipped and comfortable a real home from home. It was very clean and well maintained with beautiful gardens and views. The surrounding area was very pretty with some lovely white villages.. A car is probably essential, but there are some good walks near by if you want to leave it behind for the day. Algodonales is a very friendly bustling little village with a good mix of little shops, a couple of small supermarkets plus some friendly restaurants. A little market popped up on Thursday morning out side the house. Our stay was made extra memorable by our lovely hosts Julie and Warren.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Mar, 2020
Many thanks for your great review of our holiday apartment. So pleased to read that you loved the place, gardens and the surrounding area too. Algodonales is super village.
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10/10 Excellent

Casa La Parra, Algodonales

Just back from a 7 night visit in January and we had a super time. Julie couldn't have been more welcoming and helpful. We stayed in the studio apartment and loved the fact the kitchen facilities were in a room separate to the sitting/bedroom. The kitchen was the best equipped one we've ever come across-Julie has thought of everything you could need, no matter of how much or little cooking you want to do. The entire apartment was spotless and the grounds were beautifully maintained. We sat out in the sun on the patio and enjoyed the beautiful views of the mountains, olive and citrus trees. We even picked our own oranges and lemons! We had good wifi in the apartment too. Algodonales is a lovely small 'white town' but has shops and restaurants/bars so all you need is on your doorstep and the prices represent excellent value for money. There's also a large Mercadona supermarket in Villamartin, about a 20 minute drive away, that has a super selection of everything. We'd highly recommend staying at Julie and Warren's and would love to return, sooner rather than later!
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Mar, 2020
It was a pleasure to have you stay here. you were the perfect guests and we are extremely pleased that the apartment was perfect for your needs to make a holiday to remember. welcome back anytime.
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10/10 Excellent

Casa La Parra Algodonales

We had a lovely time at Casa La Parra. During our stay the weather was exceptionally hot , and having such a beautiful pool with good shade, and comfortable sunbeds and pool furniture, was just perfect. The pool is exceptionally large, probably the largest in any house we have stayed in in Andalucia, and we have stayed in a lot ! It is all beautifully maintained by Julie and Warren. We spent a great night on the terrace looking at the planets and stars through their telescope . MAGIC . Algondonales is a friendly real place with a great central square which is really family friendly. A short drive away is the stunningly beautiful Zahara de La Sierra , which is more than worth a trip. We also went to Olvera, which although we have been to Andalucia a lot , we have never seen, a real gem , and a must if you are in the area! Lots of places to eat in the area ranging from exceptionally cheap Menu del Dia about 8 euros for three courses including a drink within easy walking distance , to more upmarket places in Zahara, with stunning views! All in all a great place to spend time and relax. Julie and Warren , a great mother and son team will make you more than welcome. Thank you very much for such a lovely week. Jackie and Alan
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Mar, 2020
Thank you for your super review. Yes the star gazing at night here is pretty spectacular as we have virtually no light pollution.We are pleased to read that you enjoyed exploring all the surrounding areas. It was our pleasure to have made your stay at our holiday apartment great. We look forward to see you all again.
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