Nearby to Villa Hestia

For a perfect relaxing break, an exciting activity holiday or a tour of the cultural highlights of Andalucia, Villa Hestia is the perfect place to be. It is set among the vineyards, olive groves and almond orchards in the foothills of the beautiful Sierra Almijara.

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A 10 km picturesque drive through groves of avocadoes brings you to the coast and the nearest beaches. A  little further along is the quiet but elegant resort of Nerja. Nerja lies in a beautiful mountain bowl and has the finest beaches on the Costa del Sol, world famous caves and many good quality shops and restaurants. Sub aqua diving courses can also be booked at Nerja.  Beyond Nerja the coast is completely unspoilt with the mountains sweeping down to the sea and pathways leading to beaches that are practically deserted even in summer.

Three km from the house is the traditional white town of Competa clinging to the side of the mountain. Here you can find shops, banks and other services or you can simply spend a pleasant day in one of a number of local bars or restaurants serving local and international cuisine. Alternatively, you can wander through its tiny white-washed streets and tranquil plazas.

Nearby is Frigilliana, perhaps the prettiest white town in the Costa del Sol. It clings to the side of a mountain below its Moorish castle.

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A 5 minute walk from the villa brings you to the very edge of the Sierra Almajara National Park boundary. From here a path leads upwards affording magnificent views over the park itself. Within 2 km in either direction you will find two or more major pathways into the mountains. Other activities are available such as pony trekking, climbing, mountain biking and jeep tours. These can be arranged locally and we will be pleased to help do this.

For excursions further afield, there are the glories of Granada (1.5 hour drive) with its world heritage site, the Alhambra Palace. A similar distance away are the Alpujarran valleys and the Sierra Nevada, good for walking and skiing. Further away, but still possible on a day trip are the classic white towns such as Ronda.

A local bus service runs between Competa and Malaga, and various other local towns. General maps are given on the links page.