Villa San Martin Spain

A short drive down the coast from Estepona and Marbella, Villa San Martin is set on a beautiful country estate in Andalucia. A 15-minute drive from Sotogrande Beach, this 8-bedroom property can accommodate 15 guests and features a lovely outdoor area with private pool.
The wonderful location is a joy for animal lovers, with stables and farm animals grazing in the surrounding fields. This quiet, rural setting is perfect for the villa’s impressive outdoor spaces, which include an extensive covered terrace running along the length of the house. Here you have seating and dining areas adjacent to a picturesque garden with a large lawn.
A magnificent pool terrace is lined with sun loungers, and a conveniently placed summer kitchen is nearby, ideal for preparing snacks and drinks. The large grounds are one of the highlights of this property and are perfect for peaceful walks.
The rustic interior features open fireplaces and elegant furnishings, with more dining areas for formal or informal gatherings. A well-equipped kitchen with an island is beautifully styled, as is the lounge with its large windows and direct access to the gardens.
The eight bedrooms provide a lot of flexibility, with a variety of double, twin and single rooms – most also have their own en suite bathroom. The beautiful master bedroom on the first floor has a super-king size bed, walk-in wardrobe, fireplace and a private terrace, while one of the twin/double rooms offers external access.
Within a 5-minute drive of the property, you will find the charming village of San Martin del Tesorillo, known for its orange groves and vast polo fields – summer is the height of the season. You will find restaurants and bars there, along with some interesting examples of Andalucian architecture. San Martin del Tesorillo is roughly midway between Estepona, known for its beaches, casino and racetrack, and Gibraltar, which is only around 40 minutes’ drive away.The Costa del Sol offers a wide variety of things to see and do, so don’t imagine it’s all about beaches. With some intriguing towns and cities and vast areas of natural beauty to explore, you can put together a varied itinerary.
The city of Marbella is well known for its glamorous, high-end living, and you can certainly experience a taste of it in Puerto Banus. This marina is cool hangout with lots of bars, restaurants and nightlife, along with designer boutiques by the dozen. The nearby La Canada shopping mall is also worth a look if you want to update your wardrobe.
Marbella also hosts regular festivals such as the Starlite Festival where international musicians converge, and the week-long flamenco-fest, Marbella Feria. The charming Old Town area has all sorts of boutiques, bars and galleries in the alleys leading off Plaza de Naranja, as well as countless waterfront restaurants on the Paseo Maritimo. Tapas and seafood are big – you’ll be able to choose from the most casual street food to the highest quality fine dining.
Marbella also has a wide array of museums to discover – there’s international contemporary art at the Museo del Grabado Español Contemporáneo, for example, while the Museo de Bonsai is indeed all about little trees.
Further down the coast to the west, you will find picturesque spots like Cancelada and Estepona, a name well known in connection with its race-track and casinos. Not far away is the family-friendly Selwo Aventura, a large zoo and safari park and a selection of large National Parks which are great for nature walks. Keep driving from Estepona, and you will eventually reach Gibraltar – the views from the top of the 426m-high rock are well worth a 45-minute drive.At Excellence Luxury Villas we pride ourselves on going that little bit further for our guests. From private chefs to babysitters we can help you arrange those little extras that make it a truly memorable holiday. Simply fill in the concierge request form or contact Excellence Luxury Villas Concierge Team who will be happy to help. We can typically help you arrange any of the following:
– Maid service/extra cleaning- Private chef/cook/catering- Welcome hamper/pre-stocked fridge- Local day-trips or tours- Airport pick-up/drop-off- Babysitting/childcare services
Simply fill in the concierge request form or contact Excellence Luxury Villas Concierge Team.
Please note that all extras are subject to availability and must be requested in advance of the holiday (prices on request). Due to some rural/remote locations, not all services will be available at all properties. However, we will always do our best to fulfil your requests!