Village Life - Comares:
Comares is a very pretty pueblo blanco in a dramatic location. Unchanged, with views in every direction, the narrow streets turn steeply away from the main Plaza with its welcoming bar. Life is unhurried here. A bank with cash machine, good local shop with fresh produce, chemists, tobacconists and 6 bar/restaurants with local dishes & tapas will make your holiday at Villa Romo a convenient place to stay.
Town & Beach Facilities:
Velez Malaga is a large market town where you will find all your shopping requirements including: Modern Shopping centre, Cinemar complex, hospital, water park, bowling centre and specialist shops.
Torre Del Mar is the nearest Mediterranean Beach resort. Over 2 kms of wide sandy beaches dotted with beach bars specialising in fish & seafood. Along the promenade you will find entertainment for all ages. Rent a bike or go horse riding on the beach nearby. At Caleta de Velez, the local fishing port and marina 5 mins drive East, there are several excellent eateries next to the beach & boats.
Benamargossa, approx 20 mins from Villa Romo, has a 24 hour emergency medical centre.
Exploring Andalucia:
Villa Romo is the perfect rural location from which to visit the key sights of Andalucia:
Malaga City, with castle & hilltop fort, Picasso museum, great shopping and tapas bars is 1 hour.
Granada & Alhambra Palace ( a must see!) is around 90 mins drive. Book in advance online/at local BBVA bank.
Seville & Cordoba are a little further on good roads - but worth the effort.
Antequerra is less than 1 hour and full of attractive buildings and monuments. Torcal National Park is nearby.
Nerja, with famous caves and good sandy beaches, takes 1 hour by car...............And if you want to sample the high life, Marbella & Puerto Banus is a fun day trip!