Istan holiday villa: Istan

Rural Villa with large infinity pool in tranquil location overlooking lake

Description
Villa, 225 m²,
4 Bedrooms, Sleeps 9,
3 Bathrooms, 1 Separate Toilet
Facilities
mountain, rural, air-conditioning, garden, pool, pets considered
Rates per property (GBP)
£495 - £1,450/week 
Gordon Westcott
+00 44 (0)1883-731473
+00 44 (0)7798-834070
Speaks: English

Photos and Description of the Istan holiday villa A large rustic main house with separate self contained cottage

A rustic 'finca' style villa with a large private infinity edged pool, in a rural and tranquil location in the Sierra de las Nieves Natural Park but within easy driving distance of Marbella and Puerto Banus. Set in its own grounds of nearly two acres with numerous Olive, Almond, Fig and Citrus trees the property has three double bedrooms and a self contained double bedroomed cottage overlooking the large pool. The property enjoys west facing rural lake views with covered and open terraces and a large barbeque terrace. Peaceful and tranquil, the finca is ideal for a relaxing break close to some of the best amenities on the Costa del Sol including numerous Golf Courses, which are within easy reach. The unspoilt white village of Istan is a short drive away where there are stores for provisions, and restaurants serving Spanish fare using local produce. The reservoir is great for fishing and kyaking and we have a kyak for use. There is great walking in the surrounding countryside.
Istan villa rental - Lake view from pool

Lake view from pool

Istan villa rental - The Finca on the slopes of La Concha

The Finca on the slopes of La Concha

Istan villa rental - Villa and pool

Villa and pool

Istan villa rental - Pergola, Pool & Lake at sunset

Pergola, Pool & Lake at sunset

Istan villa rental - Kitchen

Kitchen

Istan villa rental - Master Bedroom

Master Bedroom

Istan villa rental - Sitting Room & Andalucian Fireplace

Sitting Room & Andalucian Fireplace

Istan villa rental - Finca Kitchen/Dining Room

Finca Kitchen/Dining Room

Istan villa rental - Infinity Pool

Infinity Pool

Istan villa rental - Pergola & Ground Force Garden

Pergola & Ground Force Garden

Istan villa rental - Pool, Terrace and Self Contained casita

Pool, Terrace and Self Contained casita

Istan villa rental - Front Dining Terrace and West View

Front Dining Terrace and West View

Location: Istan in Spain

Nearest Airport : Malaga at 45 Kilometres
Nearest Ferry : Malaga at 50 Kilometres
Nearest Train : Fuengirola at 25 Kilometres
Nearest Motorway : A7 Autopista at 7 Kilometres
Nearest Beach : beach at 10.0 Kilometres
Car: necessary
The cosmopolitan town of Marbella with its fabulous shopping is only a short drive away and it's world famous Orange Square is a must for artisan shops as well as haut couture. A complete range of water sports is also available from the marina including scuba diving and jet ski and boat rental. The beautiful and vibrant marina of Puerto Banus offers similar facilities including an incredible range of top quality restaurants offering international and local cuisine. The nearby family friendly beaches have water sports for the active and numerous beach bars for relaxing. Jeep or quad bike safaris of the surrounding Natural Park are available. The unspoilt white village of Istan, which dates back to the 16th Century, is located in a UNESCO Biosphere and has a natural spring which supplies the water for Marbella. There are a range of small shops and a local market on Saturdays. Horse riding is on offer for trekking the surrounding hills. The reservoir offers canoeing and fishing.
Istan map
marks the location of the property in West Costa del Sol

Availability for this holiday villa rental in Istan, Spain

Updated:
Jul 2, 2009
Changeover Day: Saturday
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Rental Rates for this holiday villa in Istan, Spain

Rental Basis:
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Rental rates quoted in:
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Rental Rates
Dates Rates
Name of Period Begins Ends Weekly Week
Night
Weekend
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Minimum Stay
Mid Season 01 July 2009 - 10 July 2009 £975 - - 1 Week
High Season 11 July 2009 - 04 September 2009 £1,450 - - 1 Week
Mid Season 05 September 2009 - 06 November 2009 £995 - - 1 Week
Low Season 07 November 2009 - 11 December 2009 £495 - - 1 Week
Christmas/New Year 12 December 2009 - 09 January 2010 £695 - - 1 Week

Additional information about rental rates

  • A holding deposit of 25% of the total rental will be needed to reserve the property.
    The balance rental plus a security deposit of £250 (to cover breakages) must be paid 6 weeks before the start of the rental period. The security deposit, less a deduction for damages (if any), will be refunded no later than 14 days after the end of the rental period.

Accommodation and facilities for this holiday villa rental in Istan, Spain

Property Type:
  • villa (detached)

Accommodation Type:
  • self-catering

Floor Area:
  • 225 m²

Location Type:
  • mountain
  • rural

Theme:
  • romantic
  • away from it all

General:
  • linen provided
  • towels provided
  • air-conditioning

Kitchen:
  • oven
  • dish washer
  • fridge
  • hob
  • clothes dryer
  • microwave
  • freezer
  • 4 ring stove
  • washing machine
  • grill

Living Room:
  • fireplace
  • comfy seating for 6 people

Dining:
  • dining area
  • seating for 8 people

Bathrooms:
  • 3 Bathrooms, 1 Separate Toilet
  • Bathroom 1 - Toilet, Shower Enclosure, En suite to master bedroom
    Bathroom 2 - Toilet, Bath with Shower
    Bathroom 3 - Toilet, Shower Enclosure
    Bathroom 4 - Toilet, Downstairs Cloakroom
  • The large master bedroom has a good sized shower room with twin sinks set in a tiled vanity unit. The family bathroom has a bath with fixed shower. The separate casita (cottage) is self contained and has a shower room with WC.

Bedrooms:
  • 4 bedrooms, sleeps maximum of 9 people
  • Bedroom 1 - 1 Extra Lg. Double Bed
    Bedroom 2 - 1 Double Bed
    Bedroom 3 - 2 Single Bed
    Bedroom 4 - 1 Double Bed, 1 Sofa bed/Futon, In Self Contained Cottage
  • The large master bedroom enjoys views over the lake and to the mountains behind Istan. It is air conditioned and has a large en suite shower room with two washbasins set in a large vanity top. There is another double bedroom also enjoying wonderful lake views. There is a comfortable twin bedroom. The self contained cottage has a double bedroom, kitchenette, shower room and sitting room with sofa bed and looks out onto the infinity pool and terrace.
Entertainment:
  • TV
  • radio
  • video player
  • CD
  • DVD
  • satellite or cable

Outside:
  • balcony
  • parking
  • barbecue
  • garden
  • terrace
  • 10 garden chairs
  • 5 deck chairs

Swimming Pools:
  • outdoor pool
  • private pool

Suitability:
  • pets considered
  • children welcome
  • long term renters welcome

Local Activities:
  • diving
  • swimming
  • tennis
  • walking
  • sailing
  • cycling
  • fishing
  • horse riding
  • golf
  • water skiing
  • mountain biking

Notes: The property offers both covered and open terraces for all season pleasure. The back garden was designed and installed by BBC's Groundforce team and was featured on the show's last ever broadcast. We have upgraded the pergola immediately adjoining the garden and constructed a gas BBQ and servery. A great place to enjoy partial shade and breathtaking views up the valley to the mountains of the Sierra de las Nieves. As the pool is unheated it will be 'open' from 1st May to the end of September, or by prior arrangement. It is usable at other times but may not be clean. Air conditioning is fitted in the master bedroom and sitting room for cooling or heating as required. If the gentle mountain breezes should not be sufficient there a several fans throughout the house for additional cooling if needed. The house is warm during winter months but there is a working Andalucian fireplace and logs are available locally. Oil filled radiators are also available for good background heat.

Further details for this holiday villa rental in Istan, Spain

Golf Courses: The villa is central on the Costa del Sol, which is also known (deservedly) as the Costa del Golf. There are numerous top quality Golf Courses within easy reach of the property including, Los Naranjos GC , Las Brisas GC, Aloha GC, La Quinta Golf & Country Club, Monte Mayor Golf Resort, La Dame de Noche (Floodlit), Finca Cortesin, Marbella Golf & Country Club, Rio Real GC, Guadalmina GC, Atalaya GC, El Paraiso and Los Flamingos to name but a few!! Slightly further afield is La Cala Golf and Alhuarin Golf and the world famous Valderamma at Sotogrande is an easy drive away of about 55kms as is the excellent new La Reserva course. The new and old courses of San Roque, featuring ancient Cork Oaks, are about 60kms from the Finca, about 45 minutes drive away as is the resort and golf course of Alcadeisa.

Coast & Beach: The coast is only 10kms away and offers a range of family friendly beaches, luxury beaches (Nikki Beach), disco beaches (Puerto Banus), and even a naturist beach at Cabopino. All offer beach bars or restaurants. A range of water sports are also available from the beaches as well as the large number of marinas and ports in the area including Puerto Banus, Marbella, Cabapino, and Estepona. The vibrant and throbbing port of Puerto Banus is only 9kms from the finca and offers international shopping alongside bustling ethnic markets and an outstanding range of bars, restaurants and nightclubs. The cosmopolitan town of Marbella is only 10kms away offering some of the best shopping in Southern Spain. The cobbled streets and alleyways around it's world famous Plaza de Naranjos (Orange Square) offer ethnic goods alongside haut couture. The Square itself has a range of excellent restaurants with many more nearby.

Activities: Eventhough the villa is close to Marbella & Puerto Banus, it's rural position in the surrounding country area offers easy access to a range of diverse amenities and facilities. It is on the Sierra de las Nieves Natural Park (declared a UNESCO Biosphere) and offers easy and challenging walks as well as horse riding and guided jeep and quad bike tours. The countryside offers an incredible range of spring flowers, fauna and wildlife including Golden Eagles, Ibex, and wild boars. We have private access to the reservoir which offers swimming, kayaking and good carp fishing. The house is about 2 hours drive from Granada with it's internationally renowned Alhambra Palace as well as the Sierra Nevada skiing area which enjoys good snow conditions from December to late March. It is one of the few places in the world where you can ski in the morning and be water skiing from the beach in the afternoon!

Other Activities: Jeep Safaris, Quad Bike Safaris

Reviews for this holiday villa rental in Istan, Spain

Istan holiday villa rental rating 44/5
Spain in the rain
The Loups  Largs North Ayrshire
Review Submitted: March 30, 2009 Date of Stay: February 2009
For some people the rain could mean good luck and wealth, for others, just bad weather. Well let's call ourself lucky folks cos we had six out of eight days of rain while staying at Brizas del Cielo. However, not even the tick misty rainy clouds could mar the stunning views over the mountains and the orchards mirrored in the silvery lake. After all the rain had helped the nature unfold all its marvellous shades of green and bring the whole hills' flora into blossom at a glance. Down the valley our good neighbour Antonio sweetened our palate with loads of lovely naranja although he was claiming that they were "poco secco". The lemons instead were giainormus , ideal for the best G&T a la Brisas del Cielo. "Fifi" the little cat was happier than ever to meet and greet us with miaus you can hear from Malaga airport. She would cuddle and thank you in her own way after you feed her aplenty. The Finca is very accommodating ,highly recommended for larger groups preferably driving 4x4 and used to waning dirt-track roads. Lovely mountain "nest" with loads of refreshing brisas strolling down the mountains. I wish we were there during a quiet August night sitting on the casita large terrace in front of a chilled glass of Marques de Caceres looking up the Milky Way sprinkling the mother Earth with myriads of pleiades. Enjoy.
Owner's Response: This says it all!
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Istan holiday villa rental rating 55/5
Fabulous
Emile  Voorbrug, The Netherlands
Review Submitted: March 29, 2009 Date of Stay: March 2009
We stayed at the Finca for 1 week during March 20-27. We arrived in a great house overlooking the Istan lake. We enjoyed great weather good food. The house is nicely furnished and has enough space to stay there with 2 families with children. Please do not forget child cots and high chairs if you have children below 4 years. During our stay the pool was not open yet which was a pity. The bathrooms & toilets are in very good "shape" and it's a great place. Also the solid BBQ which is ready to use including tools is working very ok and during cooking your tuna or what so ever you are overlooking the great lIstan lake which is a mangnificent view and will stay in my mind for a very long time. Als my children had a great stay. We went to Istan, Marbella, Ronda and Porta Banus and had a wondeful time.
Owner's Response: Always lovely to hear of our tenants enjoying themselves. The pool hadn't been prepared as we would regard it as way too cold to swim until May - but some people are hardier than others! We are now investigating solar powered heating and hope to have it in by next Spring.
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Istan holiday villa rental rating 55/5
Fabulous Finca
Fram' Traveller  Woodbridge, Suffolk, UK
Review Submitted: February 28, 2009 Date of Stay: February 2009
We stayed as a party of 7 at the Finca this place is absolutely great.... the property is furnished to a very good standard and comfortable, clean and smart. The views are stunning across the lake and mountains. The track to the property although "bumpy" adds to it's charm. The grounds were landscaped by the Groundforce TV team and compliment the other high standards of facility.

Location is good too - around 40 mins from Malaga Airport, approx. 20 mins from Marbella and Puerto Banus. The village of Istan is just up the road, Ronda is worth a visit and only around 40 mins away. Loads of other great places to visit in the area i.e. San Pedro, Estepona etc. Plenty of restaurant choice all within a short drive.

Finally, as it is important, was the service from the owners Gordon and Carolyn was also smooth, efficient, friendly and relaxed. Very nice people that are easy to do business with.

This really is a great place to spend some quality time and I have no hesitation in recommending it.
Owner's Response: We were delighted to read this feedback and know that the house and it's location is as appreciated by others as it is by us.
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