Las Batuecas

Surrounded by extensive grounds, this modern villa sits amid long lawns which stretch to encircle a generously sized swimming pool. With tree shade on one side and all-day sun on the other, loungers are sprinkled around the pool terrace to enjoy timelessly tranquil views down the valley and to distant hills, encouraging a sense of away-from-it -all seclusion. Yet Las Batuecas is actually well placed for a variety of interests and activities, with tennis courts and riding stables within 5km; Golf Sotogrande, Estepona beach and the old town of Ronda all about 45km away; and the whitewashed village of Gaucin a brief 7km drive, for shops, restaurants and clear-day views as far as Gibraltar. Back at Las Batuecas, a spacious covered terrace links the house and garden, with comfortably furnished sitting and dining areas. And indoors, the year-round villa has a cheerful breakfast kitchen, a separate elegant dining room, and a sitting room with a wood-burning stove and double doors to the terrace. Each of the five simply styled bedrooms has en suite bath or shower room, and the villa’s gym and sauna add to its appeal.