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Highlights
Top rated beach location
Discover paradise at this top rated beach location.
On the beach
A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the sand and sea.
At the centre of it all
Stay in a top rated central location, steps from the best attractions, dining, and entertainment.
Discover nearby landmarks
Near Burriana Beach
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7
Popular amenities
On beach
Swimming pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Air-conditioning
Barbecue
Explore the area
Nerja, Malaga province, Costa del Sol
Burriana Beach
Place, Burriana Beach
1 min walk
Carabeo Beach
Place, Carabeo Beach
5 min walk
Balcon de Europa
Place, Balcon de Europa
11 min walk
Granada (GRX-Federico Garcia Lorca)
Airport, Granada (GRX-Federico Garcia Lorca)
76 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 7)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
2 Single Beds
Bedroom 4
1 Single Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom 2
Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Great Seafront Penthouse: 2 units redesigned into one fabulous facility.
Perched over the beaches of Nerja Spain, 3L Tuhillo is the Mediterranean penthouse of your dreams. Stunning seafront views, spacious modern facilities, and all the comforts of home. Designed and furnished as a second home for the architect/owner's family, it's almost twice the size of any other apartment in the Tuhillo building. 180 sq m. - 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, laundry, a large, modern, fully equipped kitchen with granite countertops, two separate lounges (both seafacing), a front terrace directly overlooking the pool and the sea, as well as a huge 80 sq. m. private rooftop with sun loungers and a BBQ for dining under the stars. Year round Community garden and pool. Air conditioning/heating throughout. Plus high speed fibre optic internet/wifi. This third floor walk up is just a 6 minute stroll to the main town square, making a car an option, not a requirement. Due to the very special nature of this facility, rentals limited to 2-7 people.
Ideal for families, friends and couples, its generous indoor setup gives everyone loads of personal space. A Smart TV offers English and international programs (Netflix etc). Connect you Iphone or Ipad to the in-house stereo. You will also find a large library of books for beach or poolside reading. For the kids, lots of children's books and toys (Lego, Brio Train Set, Board Games, chess, construction toys, cards, puzzles , beach toys etc.) Popular with past guests: in addition to the 27 VRBO reviews listed below, a link to another 50 (*AVERAGE RATING: 4.95 STARS) is available upon request.
THE NEIGHBOURHOOD: Quiet residential district with a great little café on the corner. Any number of excellent restaurants, cafes, bars and shops are just a stroll away.
THINGS TO DO: Down on the beach there are water sports from kayaks and pedalos, to parasailing. Or enjoy a wood-fired paella at the “chiringuito” restaurants on Burriana beach. Take the kids to visit the famous Nerja Caves, or the pirate tower at Maro just down the coast! Wander the streets of Nerja, a typical Andalusian town and enjoy the atmosphere. Browse the Tuesday street market. Or Visit the Moorish fortification at nearby Almuñecar and Salobreña. More for the kids? Sea Life, the Selwo Dolphin show & Tivoli World, all at a drivable distance in Benalmadena; the water slide park at Velez Malaga, and even a crocodile farm. Tired yet? How about a day with a good book on the apartment rooftop's sun loungers.
FOR ACTION ADVENTURERS, rent a mountain bike or a motor scooter and hit the many twisting mountain roads. Or venture further with a guided Jeep tour deep into the nearby national park. Hike the walking paths in the mountains surrounding the town.
LOOKING FOR DAY TRIPS? --Frigiliana & Competa, The famous “White Villages” - local buses & bus tours available --Granada and the Alhambra - just a 1 hr by car door to door --Skiing in the Sierra Nevadas: Dec-April - a 90 minute drive away --Ronda, Morocco, and Seville - all within a rental car’s reach or by weekly bus tours, with a pick up point just blocks from the apartment.
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Guests should not create excessive noise at a level that disturbs neighbours; Code-enforced neighborhood quiet hours are from 10:00p.m. – 8:00a.m.
Swimming pool hours are posted and must be respected. Some activities, eg ball games, are also not permitted in the garden/pool area, as per signage
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Property Registration Number VUT/MA/07340, ESFCTU0000290130001433820000000000000000VFT/MA/073402
Property # 6453
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 indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Nerja
Located in Nerja, this apartment is in the mountains and on the beach. Balcon de Europa is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Burriana Beach and Calahonda Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Centro Cultural Villa de Nerja and Aerobaby Medina. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and parasailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cave exploring.
Granada (GRX-Federico Garcia Lorca) - 70 min drive
Restaurants
El Fuego - 7 min walk
caféteria Trebol - 2 min walk
La Puntilla - 6 min walk
Nybakat Bakery - 8 min walk
Merendero Jose Cruz - 7 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Does Great Seafront Penthouse: 2 units redesigned into one fabulous facility. have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Great Seafront Penthouse: seafront views?
As of 6 July 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Great Seafront Penthouse: seafront views on 31 Oct 2026 start from AU$417, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is Great Seafront Penthouse: 2 units redesigned into one fabulous facility. pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Great Seafront Penthouse: 2 units redesigned into one fabulous facility. ?
This property doesn't offer parking.
What time is check-in at Great Seafront Penthouse: 2 units redesigned into one fabulous facility. ?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Great Seafront Penthouse: 2 units redesigned into one fabulous facility. ?
Checkout is at 10:30 AM.
Where is Great Seafront Penthouse: 2 units redesigned into one fabulous facility. located?
Nestled on the beach, this Nerja apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Playa Carabeillo, Burriana Beach and Calahonda Beach. Balcon de Europa is 0.5 mi (0.9 km) away.
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
We had an incredible stay, the location was perfect for our family. Everything is within walking distance and you’re spoilt for choice for cafe’s, restaurants and bars. Caves or Nerja and Frigiliana are a must visit. We can’t wait to return!
This apartment is superb and in a perfect location in the centre of Nerja. Seven of us stayed here and found there really was everything we needed in the apartment. It is so spacious with fabulous views in a lovely block.The owners were a pleasure to deal with throughout the booking process including arranging great taxis for us.
Except the broken air conditioning on a few very hot nights, this place was wonderful. The hosts were responsive, location was ideal and the apartment was perfect for our small group. Pool was small but adequate and the beach is steps away. Views are out of this world from the balcony and rooftop deck!
A beautiful apartment with everything you could possibly need for a perfect family holiday. Close to good beaches and restaurants and bars and transport links. Great to have a washing machine and full size fridge freezer. The pool is clean but the hand rail and ladders were unsafe.The views are spectacular.
This place was beautiful. Lots of space for the whole family. The views from the balcony were incredible and the location perfect to explore the beach and town. Nora was an excellent host- she had great recommendations and was in contact with us during our entire stay to answer all of questions.
We had a great stay in this wonderful apartment! The owners are very willing to help to make it easy to have a great and relaxed holiday in Nerja
The location of the apartment could not be better, we had a fantastic holiday!
Our family of five had the perfect stay in Nora and Tim's extra-large condo. The views were unmatched and the location could not have been better for walking to our favorite restaurants. As with any stay, little things come up and Nora was very quick to respond and helpful throughout the trip with anything we needed.
We had a most enjoyable stay in 3L - everything was great! The views were wonderful - it was a joy to get up in the morning and look out from the balcony! All in all Nerja is a superb location and we all hope to visit again in the future.
Well equipped apartment with fantastic views. Neatly situated between Nerja town and Burianna beach. Pool area relaxed and not over crowded. Host very good at communicating. Arranged our taxi pickups that went without a hitch. I would highly recommend.
Fantastic stay in Nerja, Nora and Tim communicated everything well and replied in very good time. The outlook of the property is second to none and really that view is what you pay for!!!The furnishings inside are getting a little tired but it wouldn’t be enough to put me off from returning. Did I mention the view!!! Thanks for giving us the use of your home!
We loved our stay because the apartment location was excellent, the view was outstanding and every bedroom had air-conditioning.
Nerja itself is a lovely town with an abundance of restaurants shops and beaches.
The host was excellent and answered any queries we had.
I would highly recommend this apartment and Nerja.
We felt like we had won the lottery when we arrived at the apartment. The space was wonderful with every need catered for. It’s in the heart of the old town so perfectly located for trips to the beaches and the bars. We particularly enjoyed barbecues on the roof in the evening.
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and time in Nerja at this condo. Short walk to everything one would need. Burriana beach is fantastic; enjoyed morning runs along the waterfront and evening strolls through the town. Highly recommend!
We chose this apartment based on location as we were travelling with parents who were both 80, and worried about the hills of Nerja. It worked out perfectly being right on the waterfront with easy access to both the beaches and main town. The apartment was very spacious, and equipped with everything we needed for a beach holiday. We particularly liked the balcony and roof terrace, and the hosts couldn't have been more helpful
Such a lovely penthouse. We could not have asked for a better place, right on the coast. Each morning, we'd wake up, go to the balcony and stand in awe at the views. The place was spotless with every amenity we could think of. The host was extremely helpful, providing tailored instructions just for our trip. My only regret is that we only booked 7 days. I wish it were 30 days. We can not wait to come back. Highly recommend you stay here.
Wonderful apartment with the most beautiful sea view
During a family trip in May/June 2023, we stayed in Nora and Tim's apartment. We had a wonderful vacation and would highly recommend it.
In addition to being in a prime location just above Carabeillo and Burriana beaches, it is also close to Balcon de Europa and the town center with its narrow streets, beautiful shops, and excellent restaurants.
There are four bedrooms, two bathrooms, and two living rooms in this clean and spacious apartment. It also has a big roof terrace and a balcony with fabulous sea views.
Nora and Tim are the best hosts, they answered all our questions and even arranged a taxi for us from the airport.
We would love to stay with Tim and Nora again.
From our first enquiry to departure, this has been a stress free booking and a most enjoyable experience. The accommodation was clean, airy, really spacious, well equipped and comfortable. Tuhillo is just the best place to stay and this apartment was the icing on the cake! Breakfast or evening night cap on the balcony or rooftop with stunning views of the sea. A quiet neighbourhood but still central to all the wonderful restaurants and local supermarkets. Nora, our host, was great to communicate with us, making sure our check-in was problem free. Thank you so much, Nora and Tim, for sharing your wonderful apartment with us. I hope we are able to return next year!
Mary F.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 31 May 2024
Mary,
Thanks sincerely for your lovely review. We are honestly delighted that you so enjoyed your stay. And we'd look forward to welcoming you back again to Tuhillo 3L. It was a pleasure organizing the booking with you.
Super apartment in great location for the town and beach
We had a brilliant week in Nerja. The apartment was great, very spacious, the most stunning sea view and very well equipped.
We had three generations staying and all were well catered for. The toys kept the kids well occupied between trips to the beach and pool and the kitchen/bbq facilities allowed us to cook some great food.
The location is great for the beach, a short walk down the steps to the lovely fine pebble beach. The water is perfectly clear and we swam and snorkelled every day. The beach umbrellas provided were a great addition in the august sun.
The pool was lovely, clean and warm. There was always loungers and plenty of shade provided by the trees if needed.
The Balcon de Europa is about a 10 minute walk providing many options for shopping and restaurants.
We thoroughly recommend this apartment and the hosts were very helpful.
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Tuhillo 3L and absolutely fell in love with Nerja!!
The views from the apartment are incredible, made all the more enjoyable with the ample comfortable patio furniture -- perfect for enjoying the sunrise with coffee or sunset with a gin & tonic. The kitchen was well-equipped and had everything we needed. Doing laundry was especially easy, given the multiple rooftop drying lines.
We did not have a car and did not need one at all. Grocery stores, many many amazing restaurants and cafes, and lots of shopping are all within an easy, enjoyable, walking distance.
The owners were very pleasant to work with. Check-in was seamless and easy (the owners even included a map with walking directions from the bus station since we were arriving by bus).
We look forward to returning someday!!
We were lucky to find this last minute, only booked a couple of weeks before visiting Nerja.We were a family of 5 with three boys, two teens and a twenty year old, The location was possibly the best location in Nerja for us, right between the old town and and Burriana beach front with access to loads of restaurants and shops. Our boys were able to wander into town and entertain themselves during the day and was great for evening entertainment.Nerja is an excellent destination to chill with the family during the day and enjoy some lovely nights out in a relaxed and vibrant atmosphere. The old town is beautiful with a great mix of restaurants to suit everyone. We had some great meals out.Nora was a fantastic host and the apartment was really well equipped in all areas, exceptional views and loads of space for everyone including a great roof top terrace with BBQ. There are supermarkets close by and great cafes for coffees and drinks.We would definitely see if this is available if we come back to Nerja in the near future. Thanks Nora for all your help.Steven and Claire
Myself and four girlfriends had a wonderful stay. The apartment was light and spacious.Fantastic views and in a beautiful location close to the beach and a short stroll to the lovely shops and restaurants. We will definitely return. Excellent service provided by Meniber who looked after property issues etc, only blip was our taxi did not arrive to take us to airport for our journey back to UK.Thankyou to Nora our lovely host.
Fantastic apartment with fabulous views overlooking the sea. Hosts were very accommodating in every way. Ideal location very close to the beach and a short walk into the town centre. Very highly recommended for anyone considering staying at this lovely penthouse apartment.
3L was born from a dream in the late 60’s, when I put my Canadian architecture career on hold to pursue my love of songwriting in Spain. Ultimately I returned to Canada and to architecture but I had fallen deeply in love with the south of Spain. Nora (a documentary director) and I returned years later to create a place where we could raise our 2 sons. For 14 years, we spent 6 months a year in Nerja, with our boys attending local Spanish schools. We rented out 3L each time we returned to Canada. Over time we have developed lasting connections with the local community.
Why they chose this property
Tim toured the Costa del Sol coast from Valencia to Estepona before finding this very special property in a pretty little coastal town. Our kids love the hiking in the surrounding countryside. The proximity of the beach. And the fact that in winter, you can be up on the ski slopes of the Sierra Nevadas in less than 2 hours. As parents, we love the spaciousness of the place that offers any family group, both personal breathing room, and a variety of wonderful places to gather in. We still sit over breakfast on the front terrace over breakfast looking out over the sea and along the dramatic coastline and marvel at how we found such a place!
What makes this property unique
Make no mistake. This is a family home, equipped well beyond a holiday retreat. Clients frequently comment that the spaces are generous beyond what the photographs suggest. And that the apartment "far exceeds their expectations." As for the view, it is no accident that the Spanish tourism board chose the view of the beach from the west end of Tuhillo's garden to feature in an international Spanish Tourism Campaign a few years ago. (See photo from the campaign included in photos for this listing.) We have a true love of the Nerja area and will do everything we can to help you get the most out of your vacation.
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