Title: El Refugio de Gaucín by Ruralidays Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # El Refugio de Gaucín by Ruralidays Villa in Gaucin with private pool and kitchen ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68270000/68263400/68263369/c055b102.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68270000/68263400/68263369/0b2afcf3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68270000/68263400/68263369/e8c7b6ef.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, stereo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68270000/68263400/68263369/2087bc19.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68270000/68263400/68263369/05fabda6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location El Refugio de Gaucín by Ruralidays provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with in-room WiFi. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 41615 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Washer - Pool - Barbecue grill - Kitchen - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### El Refugio de Gaucín by Ruralidays Vacation home for 4 people in Gaucín, in the province of Málaga, Andalusia. Beautiful estate located 200 meters southeast of the municipality of Gaucín, overlooking the Genal Valley and ideal for enjoying a peaceful vacation. The house has two floors where two bedrooms are distributed, one with a double bed and an en-suite bathroom on the upper floor. This floor also has a living room with a TV. On the ground floor, there is the second bedroom with an en-suite bathroom with a shower and a double bed, which can be converted into two single beds upon request. Both bedrooms have doors that provide direct access to the outdoor terraces and will only be available for groups of 3-4 people. For reservations of 1-2 people, only one of the bedrooms will be opened while the other will remain closed. Additionally, during the colder months, you will enjoy underfloor heating, except in the TV room, which is heated by the chimney flue and a radiator. For the warmer months, the house is perfectly equipped with cooling floors. The ground floor also features an independent toilet, a fully equipped kitchen, and a spectacular open living room that connects to the area with the private pool. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the villa: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 2.5 bathrooms - Shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Games - Stereo - TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden - Property does not allow children - Unit size: 1,615 square feet ## Similar properties ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101550000/101548700/101548668/edfd7bd9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Luxurious, Private Villa in Gaucin with Breathtaking Views to Morocco Gaucín - Sea view - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen 10 Exceptional 9 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-27&endDate=2025-10-28&selected=101548668&PinnedHotelID=101548668&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31760000/31754800/31754777/e610100c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Romantic, Private, Peaceful Villa in Gaucin With Breathtaking Views To Morocco Gaucín - Sea view - Pool - Kitchen - Washer 10 Exceptional 96 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-27&endDate=2025-10-28&selected=31754777&PinnedHotelID=31754777&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83500000/83499300/83499278/b0e6d3a8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Stunning two bed, 2 bathroom Casa with great views Lourdas - Pool - Kitchen - Outdoor space - Microwave [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-27&endDate=2025-10-28&selected=83499278&PinnedHotelID=83499278&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![A heated pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27130000/27123200/27123192/c5c0295a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Townhouse With A Private Pool And Views Of The Sea, Gibraltar Rock And Morocco. 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 This property accepts cash 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 is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation Property Registration Number VTAR/MA/02687 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation A car is required for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as 3850 Holiday Home with garden barbecue in Málaga ## About the area Located in Gaucin, this villa is in a rural area. Blas Infante Birthplace Museum and Museum of Palaeontology are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Finca Cortesin Golf Club and Estepona Golf. [Visit our Gaucin travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gaucin.dx6047778) [View more Villas in Gaucin](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gaucin-Villas.d6047778-aaVillas.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C36.51469%2C-5.31316&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=tulX6VqML7YoibLjiL-T9wDzYMI=) Málaga, Andalusia ### What's nearby - Castillo del Aguila - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles - Finca Cortesin Golf Club - 44 min drive - 19.5 miles - Estepona Golf - 48 min drive - 21.7 miles - Estepona Port and Marina - 50 min drive - 25.2 miles - Estepona Beach - 50 min drive - 25.9 miles ### Getting around - Cortes de la Frontera Station - 27 min drive - Gibraltar (GIB) - 84 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Bodeguita Chaparro - ‬17 min walk - ‪Taberna Casares - ‬30 min drive - ‪Venta Las Acacias - ‬16 min drive - ‪El Patio Cocina Vegana - ‬27 min drive - ‪Restaurante Mi Cortijo - ‬30 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is El Refugio de Gaucín by Ruralidays pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at El Refugio de Gaucín by Ruralidays? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at El Refugio de Gaucín by Ruralidays? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is El Refugio de Gaucín by Ruralidays located? > Situated in a rural location, this villa is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Castillo del Aguila and 12 mi (19.3 km) from Riding Fun In The Sun. Blas Infante Birthplace Museum and Carlos III Fountain are also within 16 miles (25 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## El Refugio de Gaucín by Ruralidays Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location 10 - Excellent 7 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Simon H. 7 May 2025 #### The villa has amazing views, spacious, spotlessly clean, very well equipped and private. The villa has amazing views, spacious, spotlessly clean, very well equipped and private. ##### Simon H. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Floris v. 23 Aug 2022 #### Fabulous home with great views and all the privacy you want and still close to the village. It is a Fabulous home with great views and all the privacy you want and still close to the village. It is a short walk getting to a restaurant, shop or bar ##### Floris v. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent 16 Aug 2022 #### Una semana muy agradable y tranquila Una semana muy agradable y tranquila This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent 13 Aug 2022 #### fantastisch uitzicht! een plek om zeker terug te komen. fantastisch uitzicht! een plek om zeker terug te komen. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent 14 Feb 2022 #### We enjoyed the warm welcome, the so lovingly furnished villa with its pretty garden, the overwhelmin We enjoyed the warm welcome, the so lovingly furnished villa with its pretty garden, the overwhelming view, the silence... We'll be happy to come back! This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent 7 Feb 2022 #### This place was perfect. The view is sensational and you can watch it all day. Equally, inside has be This place was perfect. The view is sensational and you can watch it all day. Equally, inside has been done really nicely - so many lovely touches. 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