The area around the Villa:
Villa Carlota is South-facing villa with an eight metre living room with five double doors opening on to a vine clad terrace and a secluded moorish style courtyard and fountain, providing tranquility and shade. There is a further terrace for the evening sun equipped with a free standing chimney BBQ.
The private pool measuring 8 by 4 metres is set below the Villa. It is surrounder by mature gardens giving dramatic views of the mountains. The terraces and pool areas feature bougainvillea, oleander and figs cascading down the mountainside to olive groves owned by the property. The Villa is perfect for enjoying the beaches, the small towns, the historic cites of Andalucia, walking in the mountains directly from the Villa, or just relaxing by the pool. There is a bar and restaurant within walking distance and the Villa is four km. from the famous old mountain town of Competa. The town is still intrinsically Spanish in culture, bustling with local life with many restaurants and bars.
The Coast:
The coast near Nerja is 15 minutes away. As it is here that the Sierra Almijara meets the sea, there are long sandy beaches as well as small rocky coves. You are able to enjoy your lunch in the many beach restaurants while watching the children play. Children's actvities range from riding in the hills to water sports, water parks and buggy racing on the coast. Further afield are the Moorish cities of Granada, Sevilla and Cordoba all accessable by the new motorway network - one of the best in Europe
Local Activities:
Apart from relaxing by the pool or beach, the following activities are within a few yards/miles of the Villa:
- Walking and Hiking - From right outside the Villa, there are many tracks leading into the nature park and into the Sierra Almijara. The local shops sell detailed walking guides.
-Horse Riding - There are a number of stables within a few minutes of the Villa for both beginners and experienced riders. They will take the more adventurous right into the mountains for a really unforgettable experience
- Four wheel drive/Quad Bikes - You can hire both and either be independent or take a guided tour of the mountain trails.
- Golf - Bavaria golf is just 30 minutes - see below for details of the course.
- Aqua Park - Is just 35 minutes away across from the Euroski main shopping centre.
- Beaches – Spoilt for choice, from the quiet bays below the moiuntains East of Nerja to the wide sandy beaches of Nerja and Torrox Costa.
- Sailing at La Caleta Marina at Torre del Mar
Golf:
Golfers can combine a golfing holiday with beach, mountains and the historic cities or Andulacia. The Costa del Sol exceeds in the selection of courses available to beginners and professionals. The nearest course is 25 minutes from the Villa. Baviera Golf Club is an 18 hole, 6100 yard, par 71 course, with driving range. The course is laid out around gardens and lakes, with views towards both the Sierra and the sea. Nearer to Malaga is the Anoreta Golf Club, another Canizares designed course. This 18 hole, 6538 yard, par 71course sets a slightly more difficult challenge due to water hazards being featured on 11 of the 18 holes, but still makes for an enjoyable game.
Other Activities:
You can walk into the national park directly from the villa
