Nerja and Area
 Once a sleepy fishing village, Nerja has retained its Andalucian character, particularly in the old quarter with its narrow cobble stone streets and whitewashed houses. The tradition is set to remain thanks to enforced restrictions on development of the town. In the heart of Nerja is the Balcon de Europa, a palm tree lined promenade built along the edge of a cliff and out to the sea with panoramic views of the Mediterranean. Nerjas finest and most popular beach is Burriana Beach. There are plenty of restaurants and bars to choose from, many retaining their typical Andalucian charm. There is an 18-hole golf course with two more in planning; also a tennis club that lets out courts by the hour. All major water sports are available, with the onus on scuba diving.
The Almijara Mountains are an ideal holiday location for hiking and horse riding. Nerjas most spectacular attraction is the caves. It has been named one of the most historic monuments of the world. One of the enormous natural caverns is a concert hall where many classical concerts are staged in summer. Close to the caves, four kilometres east of Nerja lies the sleepy village of Maro. It is a quiet traditional Spanish village with little entertainment but plenty of relaxation.
Nestled in the Almijara Mountains, just six kilometres north of Nerja is Frigiliana, a whitewashed Andalucian village with Moorish influences. Marbella, the city where the jet set congregate is just eighty kilometres down the southern coastal road and is the place to be if you want more excitement. Nerja is also the ideal spot to have your accommodation if you want to take a tour to Granada and see the Alhambra or even go skiing in the Sierra Nevada. It is one of the few places in Europe where you can ski in the morning and sunbathe by the pool of your villa or apartment in the afternoon.
Frigiliana Frigiliana is situated 56 kilometres east of Malaga and 7 kilometres inland from the coastal town of Nerja on the Costa del Sol, along one of the scenic routes in Spain called the Route of Sun and Wine, and has a population of 2,200.
Set in the foothills of the Sierra de Enmedio, a southern extension of the Almijara mountain range, Frigiliana is an extremely pretty village, which has received several awards for conservation and beauty. Whilst spending your holiday there in one of the beautiful villas or apartments you can enjoy the spectacular countryside as well as wonderful sea views. Frigiliana consists of two adjoining centres. One of Moorish and Medieval origin and the other, constructed recently whilst imitating the architectural style of the old village. Between both districts, are two interesting buildings; the former granary built in 1767 and a 16th century Renaissance palace, which is now a molasses factory.
Within the old sector, the narrow, typically Spanish, winding streets are full of interesting shops and bars, and twelve mosaics by the artist Pilar Garcia Millan depict the village's history. At the high point of the town, there are the remains of a Moorish castle. Settlement of the area originated in prehistoric times and archaeological sites date back to 3000-1500 BC where Phoenician and Roman remains were also discovered. The River Higuerón irrigates the area, which produces sub-tropical fruits and vegetables. The drier slopes grow olives and grapes used for producing excellent sweet and dry wines.
Setting Off from your accommodation for a days outing, you could drive to Marbella to go shopping or go and play golf at one of the many surrounding golf courses We have 1 villas in Frigiliana.
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Maro The very pretty and charming village of Maro is situated on the Southern coast of Spain, three kilometres to the east of Nerja, and 53 kilometres to the east of Malaga in the region of Andalucia called Axarquia
The Nerja Caves are located close to Maro. The caves attract visitors to the Costa del Sol who come to wonder at this underground cathedral with its strange, melting-wax rocky architecture and what is reputed to be the largest natural column in the world. In summer time, it is host to classical concerts. Maro`s whitewashed buildings are a good example of the common domestic architecture in towns and villages on this part of the Mediterranean coastline. The village dates back to the early Christian era. It is a genuine pleasure to stroll through the village streets, with flowerpots hanging from balconies and with all the charm of a true Andalucian coastal village. From one of the most beautiful streets one can look out over the sea from the vantage points. There are also wonderful views from here of the surrounding Spanish countryside. Next to the Balcón de Maro, which is another viewpoint there is the local church, dating from the 17th century. From here, you can look down onto the old sugar works, which began being built in 1585. Not far from the village centre, beside the coastal road towards Nerja, is another famous monument, the Águila Aqueduct. This was built from 1879 to 1880, to ensure that water would reach the sugar factory. Maro has a small population and is still unspoilt, yet boasts excellent tapas bars and popular restaurants from where the views across open fields to the sea are quite spectacular. This beautiful area offers varied accommodation of villas, town houses, and apartments for your holiday and the nearest golf courses are just a short car drive away. And if you want a night of busy street life and exclusive restaurants, Marbella is only 8o Kilometres further south. We have 2 villas in Maro.
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Nerja Nerja lies on the most eastern tip of the Costa del Sol in the south of Spain. It is only fifty kilometres away from Malaga airport. Here the mountains meet the sea, which probably depicts Nerja's charm. Perched on a cliff with dramatic views down to the sea, it has many different beaches; most of them surrounded by inland rocks, forming a cove. Beautiful, tranquil, sheltered beaches with clear seas invite snorkelling fans. Once a sleepy fishing village, Nerja has retained its Andalucian character, particularly in the old quarter with its narrow cobble stone streets and whitewashed houses. The tradition is set to remain thanks to enforced restrictions on development of the town. In the heart of Nerja is the Balcon de Europa, a palm tree lined promenade built along the edge of a cliff and out to the sea with panoramic views of the Mediterranean. Nerja's finest and most popular beach is Burriana Beach. There are plenty of restaurants and bars to choose from, many retaining their typical Andalucian charm. Ayo’s restaurant is on that cannot be missed. His spectacular Paella, cooked in huge pans over open log fires, caters for up to a hundred persons. Spanish families come here for their Sunday lunch. There is an 18-hole golf course with two more in planning; also a tennis club that lets out courts by the hour. All major water sports are available, with the onus on scuba diving. The Almijara Mountains are an ideal holiday location for hiking and horse riding. Nerja's most spectacular attraction is the caves. It has been named one of the most historic monuments of the world. One of the enormous natural caverns is a concert hall where many classical concerts are staged in summer. We have 7 villas in Nerja.
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Burriana Beach Burriana beach is an ideal holiday base for families looking for quality accommodation, within Nerja. Nerja boasts 16 kilometres of beaches with powdery white sand and sparkling clear blue water. Flanked by a dramatic mountain range, Sierra Almijara, to the east, Nerja has managed to avoid being blighted by the concrete high-rise scenario, which has been the inevitable result of the tourist boom in some of the coastal resorts. Playa Burriana is the largest and most famous beach in the area. It is also the most commercial of all Nerja's beaches. Burriana is a wide beach composed of a mixture of fine sand and pebbles, making it easy to walk on. Palm umbrellas and sun-beds can be hired here and there are many restaurants and cafes, both on the beach and very close to it. All major water sports are available here, including water skiing, scuba diving and sailing and a scenic path winds its way through the rocks bordering the seashore and leads all the way to the centre of Nerja. The walk takes approximately 20 minutes and the views along it are second to none. The old quarter of the town is still virtually unchanged with narrow, winding streets, quaint, whitewashed houses with wrought iron terraces overflowing with colourful geraniums. We have 2 villas in Burriana Beach.
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