Self-catering holiday homes: Torrox area apartment

Make a holiday rental property or accommodation in Torrox, Spain your home away from home

The town of Torrox is a beautiful settlement set 4km inland from the coast of Costa del Sol. Its stunning white washed houses cling gamely to the steep rocky slopes upon which the town is built. However, many visitors to accommodation in Torrox spend most of their time on the glorious beaches which line the Torrox Costa. Accommodation in Torrox is the ultimate in giving you both excellent sun soaked beaches and historical interest, and what is more, a Torrox villa provides you all the facilities of a Costa del Sol holiday resort with the peace of the Spanish countryside.

Things to do on holiday in Torrox, Spain

The 9km of beaches which line the Torrox Costa are celebrated soft sand beaches, and the warm waters of the Mediterranean which caress the shore are warm enough to swim in from May until at least late October.

Torrox is proud of its historical importance, especially that of its important role in the silk trade from Granada to Damascus. There are still many monuments which can be explored from your accommodation in Torrox, with special attention being paid to the fortified towers which adorn the city, the Roman baths and the remains of the Roman necropolis located down by the shore.

The unspoilt nature of the surrounding countryside makes Torrox a perfect place to relax in the great outdoors, surrounded as it is by the Sierra de Almijara Mountains and a number of picturesque National Parks. The Sierra de Almijara is famous among walkers and horse riders, who have been staying in self catering Torrox villas for many years in order to take advantage of the stunning scenery and open nature of the region.

Throughout the year there are vibrant festivals celebrated in Torrox. The Fiesta de las Migas in October, the Carnival in February the Cruces de Mayo in May being probably the most fun times to take accommodation in Torrox, when the streets are filled with the aroma of arropia, a local syrup, and the sounds of music and dancing.

Places to holiday in Torrox, Spain

Torrox is situated between Nerja and Lagos. Nerja is a very important town on this stretch of coastline, and if you are staying in accommodation in Torrox for any length of time, you will undoubtedly get to know it quite well. With 16km of sandy beaches and excellent access into the mountains and the famous Nerja Caves, Nerja is a large holiday destination in itself.

Weather in Torrox, Spain

Temperatures in summer average at over 30°C, with daily highs reaching into the 40’s (°C) on occasion. Even during the winter, daily temperatures are usually touching almost 18°C.

Flights to Torrox, Spain

Torrox is 45 km from Malaga Airport (AGP), and a rental property in Torrox can be reached in around 40 minutes from the airport. There are a number of transfer option including taxis, busses and hire cars, but with such numerous cheap flights arriving from across Britain, however you decide to travel, your journey is almost guaranteed to be a pleasant one.

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