Casa Cerca del Sol stands in 4500 sq metres of private grounds, in a quiet and secluded position but just a short drive away from the white washed village of Competa with its fine selection of shops, bars and restaurants. From the terrace there are views of Mount Maroma and the Sierra Almiljara mountains down across the verdant countryside to the Mediterranean Sea. On a clear day one can see Gibraltar and the Riff mountains of North Africa. Access is via tarmac and concrete roads and approx 1 hour 20 minutes from Malaga airport and 30 minutes from a number of beach’s, a water park, El Ingenio shopping mall and the Baveria golf course. It provides the ideal location for relaxing, horse riding, walking of all levels, and cycling. It provides a good base to explore the surrounding areas, from the Mediterranean coast to The Alhambra in Granada, the Sierras and ski slopes or just to sample the local Spanish life, kick back and relax. Villa is provided with a well equipped modern kitchen complete with integrated appliances, dishwasher, microwave, coffee maker, large lounge/dining room with internet, WiFi and satellite TV. For early or late season guests there is gas heating with radiators and a log burner. The terrace is set off with an 8m x 4m pool and whirlpool tub, outside kitchen BBQ area, table tennis and pool beds   This property is managed by a private host that does not rent as a trade, business or profession. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts will not apply.