We had a fantastic stay in villa Celeste in La Herradura. The house is comfortabel and very well decorated, good beds and very complete, inside and outside. We enjoyed the great views, the walks in the park (mountain up! and very close to the house), the sunny weather, the small and friendly restaurants in la Herradura ( especially the Italians) and not really far form interesting Granada and beautiful Malaga. Very kind owners an a helpful property manager. So, if you are not enjoying your holiday in this house, you have a problem!!! Thanks a lot Tim and Lou and we love to come back in May with our children and grandchildren! Gabriele and Aad

This is a truly magnificent villa, set in a beautiful and unspoilt location with breathtaking panaramic views of La Herradura and the spectacular mountains beyond. Located at the end of a no through road and amongst a small cluster of other luxurious homes, Villa Celeste provides significant privacy and absolute peace and quiete for a truly relaxing holiday. The villa is superbly finished throughout; it is clean, safe and extremely well equipped for all ages and requirements. We were a party of 7 and it was very easy to spread out to find some peace in the shade and read a book or to sunbathe undisturbed whilst others played in the pool and on the table tennis. Correspondence with Tim, the Owner and Rachel, the property Manager (whos office is just a short 5 minute drive to the seafront) was flawless throughout and it was reassuring to know that someone was on hand for advice or to help address any issues... We had a minor problem with the kettle which stopped working on our second day and after a quick chat to Rachel while passing through from the local supermarket, there was a brand new replacement delivered to the door within just a couple of hours - Nothing major, I know, but from past experiences, it's easy to overlook a minor matter which can unnecessarily escalate to something more significant, so important to mention the high standard of support provided by Rachel and Costa Tropical Villas. Tim has clearly spent a lot of time and effort on the fine detail to make Villa Celeste a magnificent place to visit and it certainly impresses in every respect. I could go on, but as all other 5* reviews have already mentioned, this is a superb find which fails to disappoint and I have absolutely no reservations in recommending Tim, Lou, Rachel and the magnificent Villa Celeste for a superb holiday.

THANK You, Tim & Lou for giving us the opportunity to rent this fabulous villa in La Herradura for two weeks this summer. Fantastic view over the bay, sunrise and sunset. Everything in the house worked perfectly, and we (Family of 9 adults and one small child 3 motnhs) have had one of the best holidays ever. Our "morning-guests" (goats) were just a funny experience. We will be back for sure :-)

have to start this review simply by agreeing with all the other 5 star reviews here. They are all pretty accurate and Villa Celeste did not disappoint in any way. It is a bit of a trek up from la Herradura and you really do need a car or a taxi back (tip, get the restaurant to order you one). The upside is stunning views, cooling breezes, peace and quiet and a real sense of being amongst nature (goats, wild boar, dolphins in the bay and many different species of birds). We took a walk up through the woods to the Mirador Restaurant one evening and were rewarded with stunning views back west towards Malaga/Nerja. The villa was really well equipped, the nutribullet in particular got heavy use for making 'healthy' fruit smoothie cocktails. The beds were huge and comfortable, the TV and Wi-Fi worked well and the air-con in the bedrooms was useful at night (didn't really need it during the day). The outside spaces, especially the terrace off the downstairs master bedroom were great and the pool was a really good size. The villa and the outside areas were also really clean. This was our 3rd Villa holiday in la Herradura and we really are big fans of the area now and can't wait to explore further. Tim was spot on during the booking process with great communication and it was a real bonus to discover that Rachel Langley was the local agent as we knew her from last year and found her (again) just to be a really helpful, reliable and knowledgeable person. Overall, highly recommended and almost forgot....great binoculars!

We have just spent 4 weeks at this spacious, well-equipped and comfortable villa. We loved it, and La Herradura has, now discovered, become our favourite coastal town in Spain. Both owner Tim and managing agent Rachel were very helpful and friendly. Strongly recommended, and we hope to return next year.

We have just returned from a glorious week at the Villa Celeste. What an incredible find this villa is!! From the discreet entrance to the amazing views from the patio and the swing chair by the pool.....the villa offers total relaxation. Lots of space for everyone and complete privacy. And from every patio, a stunning view. We barbequed most nights or ate out in the vast array of tapas bars and beach restaurants before falling into the most enormous bed. Luxurious bed linen and soft fluffy towels...just makes me smile remembering it all!! A table tennis table was delivered during our stay. This, combined with the pool and the swing ball gave us more than enough opportunities for activity. We did visit Granada which was about 50mins away. Well worth the journey through the mountains. Tim could not have been more helpful when we first enquired about the villa and the description really doesn't do the property justice. The groceries we ordered were on the kitchen table when we arrived and the wine was chilling in the fridge....but not for long! As you can probably tell, we loved it. Absolutely, we would recommend this villa!

We have just returned from a glorious week at the Villa Celeste. What an incredible find this villa is!! From the discreet entrance to the amazing views from the patio and the swing chair by the pool.....the villa offers total relaxation. Lots of space for everyone and complete privacy. And from every patio, a stunning view.We barbequed most nights or ate out in the vast array of tapas bars and beach restaurants before falling into the most enormous bed. Luxurious bed linen and soft fluffy towels...just makes me smile remembering it all!!A table tennis table was delivered during our stay. This, combined with the pool and the swing ball gave us more than enough opportunities for activity. We did visit Granada which was about 50mins away. Well worth the journey through the mountains.Tim could not have been more helpful when we first enquired about the villa and the description really doesn't do the property justice. The groceries we ordered were on the kitchen table when we arrived and the wine was chilling in the fridge....but not for long!As you can probably tell, we loved it. Absolutely, we would recommend this villa!

Villa Celeste lives up to all the expectations and more! It is a very warm, clean and well-thought out home, with everything you need for a pleasant stay. As an example, I have never been at rental before where so many dishes were supplied. We love to cook, eat and drink, so this was greatly appreciated. There were four of us, and we found both master bedrooms (downstairs and upstairs) very comfortable and spacious, with lots of wardrobes/cabinets for storage. But, of course, the main feature of the villa is the view. It is simply second to none! It was amazing to wake up and watch the sunrise every morning straight from our bedroom window. Or we could come down and enjoy it with a cup of coffee through a huge window in the dining room. We did not use the outdoor spaces too much because of the cooler weather, but the numerous terraces and the pool area looked amazing. We can't wait to come back when it's a bit warmer! I can't say enough about the responsiveness and the great customer service - both by the owners and the property management company. We love the area as well, so we definitely plan on coming back!

Villa Celeste lives up to all the expectations and more! It is a very warm, clean and well-thought out home, with everything you need for a pleasant stay. As an example, I have never been at rental before where so many dishes were supplied. We love to cook, eat and drink, so this was greatly appreciated. There were four of us, and we found both master bedrooms (downstairs and upstairs) very comfortable and spacious, with lots of wardrobes/cabinets for storage. But, of course, the main feature of the villa is the view. It is simply second to none! It was amazing to wake up and watch the sunrise every morning straight from our bedroom window. Or we could come down and enjoy it with a cup of coffee through a huge window in the dining room. We did not use the outdoor spaces too much because of the cooler weather, but the numerous terraces and the pool area looked amazing. We can't wait to come back when it's a bit warmer!I can't say enough about the responsiveness and the great customer service - both by the owners and the property management company.We love the area as well, so we definitely plan on coming back!

We looked at lots of villas on-line before finally deciding on Villa Celeste and we were glad we did. The owners Tim and Lou have been very helpful from start to finish and the service was first class. The villa is clean, spacious and well equipped with an excellent pool and views to die for. We would definitely recommend the villa and will use it again next time we are in the area.

We loved Villa Celeste; its views and amenities exceeded expectations which were already high based on the photographs. A beautiful setting and a gorgeous interior (which is so rare in holiday villas) in which to relax, with all the mod cons we could possibly need and more. As a couple, we had the luxury of having it all to ourselves but did think it would be a really good villa for a family or a group of people as there was so much space but at the same time, opportunity for some privacy with the various floors and terraces. La Herradura has an abundance of restaurants and bars for every taste. The Marina at the other side of town is particularly pretty and definitely worth a visit. I would have to say that the walk back up to the villa from town is perhaps not for the faint-hearted but to be honest, we were so happy in the villa that we didn’t mind a taxi ride back up on the few times we walked down in the evening. Marie & Steve

Everything about this Villa was better than expected. Spotlessly clean and well maintained, Tim and Louise have created the perfect Holiday Home by which all others will be judged. All of the cliches are true and yes, we do hope to return. If there is a negative it would be the walk back from town, but we rarely ventured out.

We stayed as a party of six adults and two children. There were several points that made this villa stand out from any other I have stayed at before. Firstly the views. The photos on Homeaway are totally true to life, they are simply stunning. I have stayed in sea view villas and apartments before but this beat anything else hands down. Secondly the villa itself. All the rooms are decorated and furnished very tastefully and it is very clean. And it was also the best equipped rental I have ever stayed in, it seemed that there was everything we needed. Outside there was a barbeque, inflatables for the pool, swinging hammock, loads of sun loungers, parasols. The pool area was amazing and gated for security. Inside, a fully equipped kitchen (nespresso, nutribullet, plenty of crockery and cutlery). And kids are catered for too as there is a high chair and cot (I think you need to request it). The villa is a little way from the village and you do really need a car to get up and down, especially in the heat. La Herradura is lovely and very spanish (they were very patient with my bad spanish but I think it does help if you at least make an effort). We went to a few of the restaurants, mainly the ones right on the beach. Our favourites were El Chambao de Joaquin (tucked right away the first one on the beach in the direction of the villa - very friendly) and La Sardina (great atmosphere). We didn't use the beach much as we couldn't tear ourselves away from the pool but my son did some snorkelling down there and enjoyed it. It is darker sand, sometimes stony (as I think many beaches in the area are) and I would recommend light swimming shoes. We also discovered the delights of the daily market, about half way along on the front where they have fresh fish and veg most days. The supermarkets in the village looked adequate but as we were driving we tended to go to the larger ones in either Nerja or Almunecar. We loved whitewashed Nerja, especially the Balcon de Europa area where you can stroll around, shop, eat, drink cocktails and even go to the beach (down steep steps but very beautiful) in the space of a couple of hundred metres. Burriana Beach just next to Nerja was also very good, more commercial than the others but with lots of shops and restaurants and reasonably priced sunbeds with parasols for rent. There is a municipal parking just as you drive down the hill to it then a 5 minute walk away to the beach. We had a really amazing holiday.

A moment in time on the terrace of this fabulous villa....watching the sunset, glass of fizz in hand, great company, warm air and dolphins swimming in the bay !!! We had excellent communications with the owners and everything was perfect on arrival. The accommodation was very flexible, we were a group of ladies but it would suit families very well too. We hired a car from Malaga and it is a good motorway journey to La Herradura. Out and about, we found sunbeds and a great restaraunts on the beach in La Herradura including local dish of the day which is always great value! Brilliant fish market if you are cooking your own. The town of Nerja nearby (15 mins) if you want more shops and beaches. Don't miss a trip to Frigiliana up in the hills, very picturesque. Look out for any local Fiestas whilst you are there and the Caves are a local attraction too and you can cool off !!