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Property grounds
1 bedroom, WiFi
Fridge, oven, coffee/tea maker, toaster
Hair dryer, towels

Overview of El Morusco, huge views, perfect mountain walks, beaches & exploring Andalusia

Reviews
10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

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torrox, Andalusia
  • Popular LocationBalcon de Europa19 min drive
  • Popular LocationPlaya en Torrox Costa32 min drive
  • Popular LocationBurriana Beach33 min drive
  • AirportMálaga (AGP)74 min drive

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About the area

Torrox

At this cottage, you'll be 7.1 km (4.4 mi) from Museo Arqueologico de Frigiliana and 7.3 km (4.5 mi) from The Counts of Frigiliana’s Palace. .Accommodation features a washing machine, a fireplace and a patio. A kitchen, a fridge and a coffee/tea maker are also available.

What's nearby

  • Balcon de Europa - 19 min drive
  • Playa en Torrox Costa - 32 min drive
  • Burriana Beach - 33 min drive
  • Playa El Peñoncillo - 34 min drive
  • El Morche Beach - 39 min drive

Getting around

  • Granada (GRX-Federico Garcia Lorca) - 86 min drive

Restaurants

  • Bar Virtudes - 15 min drive
  • Plaza 45 - 15 min drive
  • Vinos el Lagar - 15 min drive
  • El Puente - 17 min drive
  • El Mirador de la Sabina - 16 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

El Morusco, huge views, perfect mountain walks, beaches & exploring Andalusia

Description: Built designed & decorated by a sculptor & painter, 'el Morusco' is a unique, romantic holiday experience. It is a semidetached house that has been carefully designed by the same owner to maximise privacy to both properties.
There is a 9m long 1.2m wide & 60cm deep plunge-pool to cool off in that is set in a sunken garden that looks North to the mountains. Every detail of the house has been treated as art, from the polished concrete, wood & pebble inlaid floors to the hand furbished stainless steel & glass shower. Much of the furniture & all of the sculpture & painting is made by the artists. The house is situated in the foothills of the Almijara mountains that form part of the Sierra Nevada range. It looks across the olive groves & vineyards to Frigiliana a whitewashed mountain village & Nerja on the Mediterranean coast. Malaga airport is less than an hour away, & the city of Granada is only 100 km from Nerja.

For those guests interested in sharing their holiday experience with friends or family, the neighbouring house is "la Bolina" property 74801 which has an unusually shaped black infinity pool that takes in the 360º breath-taking views.




Situation: "el Morusco" sits in the steep foothills of the Almijara mountain nature reserve & between three villages, Torrox, Frigiliana & Nerja. The roads are windy & narrow, with magnificent views of both mountains & sea. Granada, offering the Alhambra Moorish Palace & the Sierra Nevada ski resort is an hour & a half drive away. Cordoba & Seville two hours. We are also close enough to Morocco to be able to spend a day in Tangiers.

Frigiliana: Frigiliana is a beautiful whitewashed mountain village 6 km. from the coastal town Nerja. The old town dates back to the Phoenicians, the narrow cobbled streets wind between white terraced Moorish houses. The village sits on the edge of a mountain reserve that boasts many wonderful walks. Both towns offer numerous restaurants, bars & other entertainments.


Winter: From October through April there is always a possibility of rain, but now the chance of it is so remote, that we have come to welcome it when it does. It is a perfect time of year for those who enjoy the mountains, walking or exploring the surrounding towns & cities. Granada’s Alhambra, Seville & Cordoba loose the unbearable heat of summer & you have the tourist areas basically to your selves. Christmas & New Year are normally sunny & all of the restaurants are open, although most work with reservation on the festive nights. The Spanish celebrate New Year on the street, it begins with spectacular firework displays in every city, town & village & festivity continues well into the next morning. Spring here begins in February with the almond blossom & yellow clover that line the roads. It’s a good time to visit the little villages around our area & in the Alpujarra mountains south of Granada. If you are into skiing, the Sierra Nevada is famous for its slopes & is less than 2 hours away.

Property manager

Robert Harding

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Oven
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Video library
  • Music library

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Property does not allow children

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • This property does not allow children.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

We should mention

  • On-site cash transactions can't exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to El Morusco, huge views, perfect mountain walks, beaches & exploring Andalusia?

The closest beach to El Morusco, huge views, perfect mountain walks, beaches & exploring Andalusia is Burriana Beach (5.7 km).

Does El Morusco, huge views, perfect mountain walks, beaches & exploring Andalusia have a pool?

No, this cottage doesn't have a pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at El Morusco, huge views, perfect mountain walks, beaches & exploring Andalusia?

No, El Morusco, huge views, perfect mountain walks, beaches & exploring Andalusia does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at El Morusco, huge views, perfect mountain walks, beaches & exploring Andalusia?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at El Morusco, huge views, perfect mountain walks, beaches & exploring Andalusia?

No, pets are not allowed.

El Morusco, huge views, perfect mountain walks, beaches & exploring Andalusia Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 24 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 24 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 24 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 24 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 24 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Anna-louise R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tranquility recharge
Lovely peaceful place with many outdoor 'rooms' where you will want to linger longer.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dave H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful, Considered design, makes for a unique peace space in the hills of Torrox...
There is not an inch of this casa that has not not been contemplated and considered by master sculptor, Rob Harding. We couldn't wait for the opportunity to experience this unique space ourselves. It is a beautiful experience to spend time at 'El Morusco'. Every aspect: textures, materials, architectural space, the use of light and the majestic views across the valley the wonderful the Mountains and the village lights of Frigiliana that make this a magical experience. And then, there are the sculptures, wrought in so many forms and mediums, that reads like a Museo, of this great artists body of work. It was a privilege to have an opportunity to spend a few days there, to rest and revive. Many Thanks to Rob, Maggie and TimSam. Gracias Dave H
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chris C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Week stay!
We had a lovely week at the property, it is in the most beautiful location and very special gardens, the fact that it is owned by artists is shown all over! There is no sign for the property from the main road which would help when arriving, we managed to get lost on arrival!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Clair G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Difficult To Leave..
A unique property in a stunning and relaxing location!Felt a bit like Colin McCrae on our first drive down but got to revel in and enjoy the drive!We hope to return...
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

A magical place💫 Private , peacful and so so pretty! Surrounded by art and nature ❤️
Peace, quiet and beauty all around. We had such a great time . Barbecues under the stars, swims under the sun! An inspirational place , the house is breathtaking with most gorgeous surroundings . Only half hour from the coast where you can stock up in all your supplies . Our fantastic hosts were kind enough to even let us walk there dog☺️ We will be back some day for sure. Ireland
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Patrick B.

Superb
Everything from the house, the views and the owners of the property were great. A light and airy home filled with the owners sculptures and paintings which continue outside. The perfect place to relax.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2017

10/10 Excellent

Catherine Smith

Wonderful Mediterranean bolt hole in the mountains..
Stunning house in fantastic setting. Would definitely recommend/book again.

10/10 Excellent

Jan C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wiederholungstäter
Wir waren jetzt zum 3. mal in Folge in dieser wunderschönen Unterkunft. Die Aussicht und diese Ruhe sind perfekt um abzuschalten. Die Unterkunft eignet sich auch perfekt für Ausflüge, egal ob kurze Trips nach Frigiliana oder Málaga oder längere Touren nach Granada oder Sevilla. Immer gerne wieder.
Stayed 13 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sonia S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Merveileux
Un havre de paix pour toute personne qui souhaite déconnecter du stress. Je recommande ce magnifique endroit de paix et de tranquillité.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jan C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Super schönes Ferienhaus
Super schönes Ferienhaus mitten in den Bergen. Perfekt zum abschalten, wandern, Ausflüge oder Tage am Meer. Torrox Costa und Nerja sind nur 25 Minuten entfernt. Frigilliana eines der schönsten Dörfer Spaniens sind mit dem Auto ebenfalls in 25 Minuten zu erreichen. Hervorzuheben sind die super freundlichen und aufmerksamen Gastgeber.
Stayed 13 nights in May 2022