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Luxury villa with large garden and private pool in a quiet corner of Gaucin

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A covered outdoor dining area with a table set for a meal, surrounded by chairs, and a guitar on a cushioned seat.
A room with a curved white bathtub, a hanging ornate lantern, a desk with a computer, and a view of the outdoors through a door.
A narrow street with white buildings, red flowers, and a tree.
A kitchen with green cabinets, a central island, and hanging pendant lights.
A poolside area with lounge chairs, a pergola, and a stone wall.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • Outdoor pool
    The outdoor pool is a refreshing retreat under the open sky - a rare gem in this area.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Castillo del Aguila
4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Garage parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Gaucin, Andalucia
  • Place, Castillo del Aguila
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Puente Nuevo Bridge
    ‪47 min drive‬
  • Place, Estepona Beach
    ‪53 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Luxury villa with large garden and private pool in a quiet corner of Gaucin

Los Buhos (The Owls) is a very spacious and luxurious traditional-style villa, full of character and charm, located in a quiet corner of the white village of Gaucin, with a large, well-stocked garden, private salt-water pool and unbelievable views - ideal for outdoor living in the summer. The villa is decorated in 'campo chic' style and stocked with paintings and sculptures, most of them the work of the large artistic community for which Gaucin is well known. A forty-foot long, five-arched loggia, with covered outdoor dining area, looks over the south-facing garden, as well as enjoying the stunning views down to the far distant straits of Gibraltar and the Rif mountains in Morocco. The garden has many quiet corners to sit in sun or shade, as well as an area for playing boules, or table-tennis, or simply relaxing in the hammock.
The large kitchen was completely modernised in 2024 in an open-plan style with a large central island, with the latest modern appliances, including two ovens and a large induction hob, while retaining a luxury rustic feel that fits in well with the style of the rest of the house. A breakfast room with multiple-aspect windows sits alongside the kitchen area.

Outside kitchen is a barbecue area overlooking the pool, with its terrace and sunbeds.

In the cooler months the spacious villa, with its garden and multiple terraces, creates an ideal space for enjoying the winter sunshine during the day and then retreating to the deliciously warm and cosy interior once the sun sets, with under-floor heating throughout, plus two wood-burning stoves in the lounge and the formal dining room, and an open fireplace in the kitchen.

The four large double/twin bedrooms are all light and spacious, with beautiful wooden-carved beds, very comfortable mattresses and fine quality cotton sheets. All bedrooms have en-suite bathrooms.

Although the villa feels as if it is in the countryside, the many excellent tapas bars, restaurants, shops and other facilities of the village are all within a few minutes walk. The only problem is you might find you just don't want to leave the villa!

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 13–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number ESFCTU0000290120000690500000000000000000VUT/MA/962310
Property # 6930530
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 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

Gaucin

Located in Gaucin, this villa is in a rural area and in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Pileta Caves and Estepona Beach, while Blas Infante Birthplace Museum and Museum of Palaeontology are cultural highlights. Discover the area's water adventures with windsurfing and rafting nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and cave exploring.
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Gaucin, Andalucia

What's nearby

  • Castillo del Aguila - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Puente Nuevo Bridge - 47 min drive - 44.9 km
  • Malaga Province Beaches - 50 min drive - 36.7 km
  • Estepona Beach - 53 min drive - 47.8 km
  • Estepona Port and Marina - 56 min drive - 48.8 km

Getting around

  • Cortes de la Frontera Station - 25 min drive
  • Gibraltar (GIB) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bar Plaza - ‬30 min drive
  • ‪El Refugio - ‬34 min drive
  • ‪El Hacho - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Venta la laguna - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Venta Solera - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Luxury villa with large garden and private pool in a quiet corner of Gaucin have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Luxury villa with large garden and private pool in a quiet corner of Gaucin?

As of 21 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Luxury villa with large garden and private pool in a quiet corner of Gaucin on 20 Nov 2026 start from AU$4,657, 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 Luxury villa with large garden and private pool in a quiet corner of Gaucin pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Luxury villa with large garden and private pool in a quiet corner of Gaucin?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Luxury villa with large garden and private pool in a quiet corner of Gaucin?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Luxury villa with large garden and private pool in a quiet corner of Gaucin?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Luxury villa with large garden and private pool in a quiet corner of Gaucin located?

Situated in the mountains, this villa is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Castillo del Aguila and 12.4 mi (20 km) from Blas Infante Birthplace Museum. Carlos III Fountain and Ermita de la Vera Cruz are also within 16 miles (25 km).

About the host

Hosted by Ian Cockburn

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We are a professional couple (both art historians) from Wimbledon, with three adult sons. We run our own business (Art & Culture Travel Ltd) which operates in London and also runs cultural trips to Europe. As well as a strong mutual interest in art, we also enjoy tennis, outdoor activities and a very full social life. Living between London and Gaucin allows us to enjoy all of our interests to the full.

Why they chose this property

The climate in southern Andalucia is wonderful, and Gaucin is probably the most beautiful, authentic 'white village' in the whole region, as well as being home to over twenty artists studios.
Villa Los Buhos is exceptional, being very spacious and well-designed, with a large garden, private pool and incredible views all the way to the straights of Gibraltar and the Rif mountains in Morocco. It feels as if it is in the countryside, yet it is also in the village, within a short walk of all the bars, restaurants, shops and other facilities.
We invite many friends here and most of them don't want to leave!

What makes this property unique

The villa was built in traditional style over a period of seven years, by a lady who had a remarkable eye for detail and quality, combined with a great instinct for layout, light and double-aspect views from almost every location in the villa.
The garden was largely created by a Japanese man who lived here for 14 years and introduced a great variety of exotic plants and trees. As well as a very beautiful salt-water swimming pool, the garden has many quiet corners, and exceptional views of the surrounding mountains and valleys, but also spaces for playing boule and table tennis, or just relaxing in the hammock.
Overlooking the garden is a wonderful south-facing loggia which provides space for relaxing as well as covered outdoor dining, with a view to die for.
The only problem? It's such an incredible environment that we sometime have to force ourselves to go out and enjoy everything the village has to offer as well!

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