Cloud Forest

We never underestimate the power of a killer view. Which is precisely why this blissfully secluded Finca perched high in the valley above the coast of Nerja caught our eye.

Perfectly designed for alfresco living, the vast south-facing terrace is the spot to drink up those sea and mountain vistas (preferably with a glass of something chilled in hand). As is that cool, blue pool with an outdoor shower to beat the heat. And just imagine this place at sunset as you fire up the barbecue – that’s a memory made right there.

Inside, while the interiors aren’t winning any design gongs soon, everywhere feels beautifully cared for and charming. Cool, terracotta floors and exposed stonework bring the character, while the bedrooms feel blissfully quiet with no traffic noise to disturb your beauty sleep here.

If you can tear yourself away from the panoramic scenes outside, you’ll find you’re closer to the action than you think. The nearest village, Frigiliana (a ten-minute drive), is an afternoon well spent with its tapas bars tucked away in the Moorish old quarter. Nerja, with its ten miles of sandy shores, is a twenty-minute drive for something a little buzzier. Or don your hiking boots or hop on your mountain bikes to explore the verdant pine forests of the Sierra Almijara nature reserve and the lost village of Acebucha – trails start close to your door.

Home truths:
*A car is recommended for this villa and the track leading to the home is narrow in places
*There’s private parking outside the home for three cars under the shade of a pine tree
*This home is set across two floors with internal stairs which may be unsuitable for guests with restricted mobility
*There’s a laptop-friendly space for remote working, if you must
*A cot and highchair are available for little ones on request
*There’s a handy utility room with washing machine located next to the pool
*Two of the bedrooms have air conditioning and one has a fan
* Small dogs are welcomed by prior arrangement