La Casa de Flores

We stayed at La Casa De Flores for two weeks in May with our 6 month old son and had a wonderful time. The villa itself was incredibly pretty, there are a wonderful array of flowers and fruit trees in the gardens which are extensive and fairly secluded. We had lemons and avocados picked straight from the trees! Perched on a hillside overlooking a village, you get a tremendous view and stunning sunsets. It was a great place to relax and unwind and there is loads of space to spread out. It is well equipped and we didn't want for anything during our stay. The traditional style village of Archez is only 5 mins walk away meaning there is a shop close to hand, and the larger Competa is a short drive and is very picturesque. We spent a few days on the coast at which is a 40 min drive from the villa, so the location gets you the best of both worlds. I would reccomend this villa to anyone wishing to get away from it all and see a beautiful part of Spain which is off the beaten track. Many thanks, hopefully we'll be back one day.

Earlier in the year I fell in love with the description of this villa from the website and reading the few reviews. Excellent communication via email with the owner Margaret and I felt I knew this place inside and out before our visit. I have never seen a better equipped holiday home. We have just spent 12 days (chosen as flexible to fit in with flights in the low season). We had glorious non stop sunshine around 75 degrees heat, relaxing on a choice of 4 patio areas, on the same level, and we can now relate to the photographs that are on website.
In the villa there is a review diary written by previous visitors which is fun, informative and interesting to read and many have returned, which is a testimony on how many people love this villa....therefore you will be lucky if you can find availability.
It is a great base if you want to relax, drawing and painting, or hillwalker. Several trips were taken with a hillwalker who lives locally in Winter and Spring and can take you on a variety of walks both long and short to suit everybody and is very informative on local points of interest. The scenery is picturesque with houses perched on the surrounding hillsides and villages with narrow and often steep with steps paedestrian streets. The newly surfaced road from villa to the village is steep, yes it is a challenge, but even I managed it. It is hard to write a short review, come and visit the villa and read my much longer version.
This house lives up to its name La Casa de Flores, I would love to return here later in the year and see the trees at their most fruitful, and a different selection of flowers in bloom.

A really nice getaway villa on the outskirts of a lovely village offering great privacy and stunning views of the surrounding countryside.
Very clean and tidy on arrival (and leaving I hasten to add). We had a lovely Christmas holiday and I bet it would be a fantastic summer getaway. Ideal for holidaymakers who want a 'relax by the pool' break, also for those who like to hike as there are charted routes around the locality.

The internet connection and the sky on the TV allowed us to stay in touch with home which was a bonus over Christmas.

Margaret, the owner, must be one of the most helpful people I've never met. Even the most stupid questions are not too much trouble to answer and she really does know the local area too. We didn't have any need fortunately to contact the locally-based people who look after the villa but I'm sure they are helpful if needed.

Outside the gate is a steep hill down to the village, so maybe not for the infirm or poorly mobile. Car definitely required.

This holiday turned into our honeymoon and although our 15yr old daughter was with us, it was the best holiday we have ever had. We took chilling to a level we never thought we could achieve. We found the local pubs/restaurants very friendly, particularly the Thai. We didn't feel the need to explore beyond Competa but will do so next time round. The accommodation is as you would wish at home and is highly recommended.
Amanda and Giles were both very friendly and made it known they were there to assist no matter how small the issue albeit we had none. The pool provides welcome respite form the glorious weather and the evening sky is a treat on it's own. We couldn't recommend it higher particularly if relaxation is what you are looking for.
Many thanks to Brian and Margaret.
Eileen, Willie and Siobhan

we have rented many properties. the owners of this house provided the best customer service we have ever had.
Easy to follow directions and local information.Nothing was to much trouble.
Very comfortable house and the best bed we have ever slept in in Spain!
Just the place to get away from it all and relax.
No noisy kids or late night revellers!
Just a beautiful quite location.