Ronda Mountain Resort - Luxury Retreat in Ronda

If you’re looking for total privacy and stunning landscape, look no further than this beautifully restored seven-bedroom luxury estate to rent near the enchanting town of Ronda. Ronda Mountain Resort is an authentic Spanish hacienda exuding old-world grandeur, standing proudly among Andalusia’s rolling hills and fertile plains, against the backdrop of Sierra Nevada’s majestic jagged peaks. The rustic estate unfolds over 800 m² (8,600 square feet) of romantic cortijo, its elegant architectural design incorporating turrets, chapels and apses and completed with traditional Andalusian roof tiles. Outbuildings include a guesthouse with a bedroom and bathroom, stables and a paddock for the resident horse. The stunning interiors of Ronda Mountain Resort blend traditional architecture, a heady mix of eclectic influences and modern furnishings, creating sophisticated yet comfortable spaces where guests can take relaxation to a new level. As you enter the villa grounds, you will instantly be charmed by the cobbled courtyard and central fountain reminiscent of a bygone era. Inside, patterned floor tiles and dark wood continue from the entrance into a beautiful double-height dining room, bedecked with plants and adorned with Moorish motifs and décor, with a dining table seating eight guests and wicker-backed chairs. From here, a door leads to a second cosy living room-cum-library. The spacious living room on the other side of the hall has flagstone floors, exposed beams and an imposing open hearth, with modern touches in the leather sofas and glass-topped coffee table. At the end of the hall, the fully equipped traditional kitchen is particularly welcoming, with a large farmhouse-style breakfast table and rustic dark wood stools, the old-style touches enhanced by top-of-the-range appliances. The bedrooms are organised in the style of a Moroccan riad, with four on the ground floor, and the master suite and a family bedroom on the first floor. Reflecting a quirky mix of influences from rural England to Indonesian craftwork and even Italian renaissance, the rooms exude romanticism and exoticism. A surprising modern touch upstairs is the sauna leading from master suite, with a large window which perfectly frames the stunning scenery. From the kitchen, living and dining room, there are doors leading to a covered terrace with alfresco dining for up to 40 guests. The beautiful infinity pool with an integrated jacuzzi is the perfect place to revel in the scenery and contemplate the everchanging light. Or you could try out your Spanish cuisine skills with the help of the barbecue and traditional wood-fired oven. Ronda Mountain Resort is the perfect blend of Spanish heritage with five-star amenities, including underfloor heating throughout, Domotics home automation, Sonos streaming through integrated speakers and high-speed internet, setting a new benchmark for bespoke luxury Andalusian style. The estate’s lovely live-in housekeeper is on hand to ensure your comfort and the resident horse always welcomes any attention. Although it would be tempting to spend all day relaxing on your private estate, the region is well worth exploring. Immerse yourself in nature in the two nearby national parks; visit Ronda to see the old city and the dramatic Tajo del Ronda gorge; or enjoy a honeymoon-worthy dinner with spectacular hilltop views. Take a day trip to Seville for incredible architecture and equally memorable flamenco performances; to oceanfront Málaga for its museums; or to Marbella and the beaches of the Costa del Sol if you’re in need of sea, sand and sun or a round of golf. Alexandre Dumas, Ernest Hemingway, Orson Welles and many others have described their impressions of the surreal town of Ronda, with its complex history, well-preserved town and stunning surroundings. If you wish to escape the crowds and experience this almost dreamlike setting, Ronda Mountain Resort is a peaceful and serene luxury villa to rent just a few kilometres from Ronda, an ideal pied-à-terre, just under an hour’s drive from the coast.