Finca Estelle is an exquisitely renovated 3-bedroom farmhouse with two garden cottages, set deep in the countryside of Cadiz overlooking a lush green valley. With highly original artisan interiors showcasing Portuguese, Moroccan and French influences, it is a refined retreat for those looking to slow the pace and reconnect with nature and animals.
Set within a private estate of over 10 hectares, Finca Estelle is an off-grid rural escape for 7 guests plus staff, that offers a rare sense of tranquillity. Here, the rhythm of the days is dictated by light, wind and birdsong rather than calendar schedules or constantly-pinging notifications.
Stays at Finca Estelle are all about the country life. Days consist of morning coffee on the terrace as the sun rises over the hills, followed by slow afternoons spent walking the land and evenings sipping wine on the veranda as the stars come out in the skies above.
This is a place for nature lovers and romantics – for the free-spirited and wild at heart who want to feel grass beneath their feet and wind in their hair. A haven for guests who value authenticity over convenience, those who are happy to trade beach clubs and boutiques for wide open space and quality time with the people they love.
Representing the vision of its talented interior designer owner, the interiors at Finca Estelle are rich with character, antiques and tapestry. The house feels stylish yet loved, a working finca that has evolved naturally over time rather than a meticulously curated showpiece.
The main living spaces are light-filled havens, designed for long conversations or afternoon absorbed in a good book and evenings gathered together around the fire. There is a natural flow between rooms, with doors opening out to terraces and gardens, reinforcing the connection between inside and out.
Outdoor living amongst hills and open countryside
Outdoor life is at the heart of Finca Estelle. Set on a vast private estate, the finca is surrounded by rolling countryside, fruit trees and open skies.
Terraces and shaded areas blend into abundant gardens, inviting guests to linger outside from morning through to evening – perfect for long lunches beneath the trees, lazy days by the pool or quiet moments watching the light fade across the hills.
For equestrian guests, the finca is home to two horses, which experienced riders are welcome to enjoy. With little around beyond nature itself, Finca Estelle invites guests to slow down and embrace a more intentional way of living.
The main living space at Finca Estelle is beautifully finished and generously proportioned; the sitting room with cathedral ceiling centres around a fireplace with comfortable seating for 8 guests and plenty of natural light.
The room also features the property’s only television and a myriad of coffee table books, allowing guests to retreat indoors when needed for evening entertainment.
From here, doors open directly out onto the terraces and gardens, reinforcing the strong connection to the surrounding countryside.
The kitchen at Finca Estelle is located off the living room and is fully equipped for self-catering, featuring a dishwasher, gas hob, large under-counter oven and tricolour marble worktops.
An indoor dining table sits adjacent to the kitchen and comfortably seats up to 6 guests, with additional chairs available if required. Dining can also be set up in the living room.
Doors open from the kitchen towards the terraces, allowing easy access to a covered terrace dining table with 6-8 wicker chairs overlooking gardens and pool, ideal for long outdoor meals.
For guests who prefer not to self-cater, local chefs can be arranged nearby to provide additional catering during the stay.
Finca Estelle offers a naturally peaceful environment, thanks to its rural setting and far-reaching views
Outside, a large, covered porch provides a comfortable setting for relaxing during the day, furnished with seating, potted plants and a hanging chair.
The swimming pool is positioned away from the main house, offering a quiet place to cool off. Dense planting encloses the area while still allowing views across the surrounding landscape.
The Yoga deck provides quiet space for meditation, while a garden reading nook offers space you won’t want to leave.
Principal Bedroom 1: A large and characterful room located in the eaves of the house. Beautifully decorated, this spacious room offers a calm retreat and features an open en-suite bathroom with a freestanding bath and separate shower. Space for an additional bed for a child.
Guest Bedroom 2: Ground-floor guest bedroom furnished with an antique bed and fabric-covered walls, creating a warm, traditional feel. En-suite shower room finished with blue artisan tiles.
Guest Bedroom 3: Ground-floor guest bedroom, furnished with twin beds. This room also has its own en-suite shower room, making it suitable as a flexible guest or children’s bedroom.
Garden Room 4: Small garden room located to the side of the house, accessed via a gravel path. Suitable for staff or older teens, this bedroom has its own en-suite shower room with thoughtful detailing and lighting. The build-in bed is a small double, 140cm.
Garden Room 5: Secluded hideaway bedroom located slightly further from the main house. Also suitable for staff or older teens with a single divan bed with pull-out bed, it includes a small en-suite shower room and has a private patio terrace.
Your rental includes a daily visit from the housekeeper, plus a linen and towel change every 3 or 4 days. Additional housekeeping hours can be booked and paid for directly to cover things like after-meal clearing up, nightly turn-down, or personal laundry.
Breakfast layout
Breakfast will be prepared and laid out each morning by your housekeeper with a pre-arrival shopping service available.
Special request and dietary needs can be accommodated. Ingredients payable separately on arrival.
Catered to your choosing
For special occasions please ask our Guest Experience team for details of our private chefs who can arrange tasting menus, BBQs, poolside Paellas or wine-pairing with your meal.
Villa Provisioning
All of our villas have a convenient stock-cupboard, with a starter supply of the essential household items you might need for a comfortable stay.
A pre-arrival shopping service is available to cover essentials for the first 2 days. Our Guest Experience Team will assist with making your order before you travel, with a payment made on account and adjusted at the end of your stay.
All stays with The Luxury Villa Collection include a personal meet and greet with an English-speaking Villa Manager for peace of mind. Your manager is then available during your stay to assist you with any villa queries.
In addition, from the moment you book, our Guest Experience Team will help with all your travel arrangements to ensure a smooth stay.
Complimentary itinerary planning
Every booking includes around 3 hours of itinerary planning before you travel (more complex itineraries can be organised for a fee to cover extended hours).
As a guide, 3 hours is usually enough to help with your airport transfers and car hire, a chef service for a special meal, and to help you plan and book one day out.
Concierge-style support in Spain
Once you arrive at Finca Estelle, our Guest Experience Team will be on hand via email, SMS or WhatsApp with further ideas and recommendations. You will also be introduced to your local Concierge who is based in Tarifa.
Life at Finca Estelle naturally revolves around the outdoors, with opportunities for horse riding directly from the property and hiking through the surrounding countryside.
For a more indulgent experience, private chef dinners or informal cooking sessions can be arranged using fresh, local ingredients, allowing guests to enjoy the region’s produce without leaving the finca. Wine and sherry tastings can also be organised at nearby bodegas, as well as visits around the neighbouring historic town of Vejer de la Frontera.
Beyond the hills, the Atlantic coast offers excellent conditions for windsurfing and watersports, while a day trip to Tangier via Tarifa provides a fascinating cultural contrast, easily arranged with a knowledgeable private guide and door-to-door transport.
Our Guest Experience Team is on hand to curate each stay, tailoring experiences to suit your interests and pace.
Finca Estelle is set in rural Spain – where roads are narrower and more rustic – with the final kilometre accessed via an unmade country track. For ease of driving, smaller hire cars are recommended, particularly when visiting nearby towns such as Medina Sidonia and Vejer. Airport transfers and local runs can be arranged via the owner’s driver (for up to four guests), and local taxis are also available to reach the house.
The property is home to two horses, which guests are welcome to enjoy depending on experience, with advance arrangements made through their groom.
Farm dogs are kept in an enclosure at the far side of the gardens next to the second garden room; they are generally quiet and well managed and are not permitted inside the house. Please let us know about any problems your family may have with dogs.
I found Finca Estelle to be everything I dream of in an old Spanish farmhouse, reached via a quiet country track in rural Cadiz allowing your stresses to simply melt away.
This characterful finca has been lovingly renovated by its highly talented interior designer owner, so every corner seems to offer something beautiful. There’s a constant sense of nature, light and the outdoors, yet I can just as easily imagine winter days spent by the fire, curled up with one of the many good books waiting on the shelves.
If your idea of heaven is being ensconced in nature surrounded by beautiful things, then Finca Estelle is the perfect bolthole (but you might find me snoozing on the swinging chair on the porch when you get there...)
Rooted in traditional Spanish architecture yet thoughtfully restored, Finca Estelle retains features typical of a working finca brought right into modern day. Character touches are scattered throughout the property from antique tiles, curated heritage furniture, exposed beams and rich fabrics.
Surrounded by open countryside with no immediate neighbours, the finca offers privacy and a strong connection to its surroundings. A range of services can be arranged nearby allowing you to really get under the skin of Cadiz; home dining with local chefs, outdoor pursuits and gourmet tastings focused on regional food, wine and olive oil.
Finca Estelle is an ideal base for intrepid families who value freedom over structured entertainment. Set within extensive private grounds, the finca offers children room to explore while the resident horses are well trained enough to be ridden by experienced young equestrians.
Finca Estelle’s flexible layout allows for both shared living and personal retreat, with generous communal spaces balanced by five en-suite bedrooms. Days are naturally spent outdoors – swimming, walking the land, eating together beneath the trees – making it a grounding setting for families who enjoy being immersed in nature.
Finca Estelle operates with the ease and structure of a boutique hotel, while remaining entirely private for exclusive use.
Breakfast is and laid out and cleared away each morning (ingredients payable separately), with daily housekeeping throughout the stay and linen changed twice weekly.
The finca is set in a rural location within a short drive of a nearby town with restaurants and shops, offering both countryside privacy and convenient access to local amenities.
Although the charming hilltop towns of Medina Sidonia and Vejer de la Frontera are only a short drive away, open countryside is the backdrop of life at Finca Estella, with fields and treetops unfolding in every direction.
This is an off-grid retreat that encourages a more deliberate way of living. With two horses on the property and no nearby distractions, guests are invited to step away from routine, spend time outdoors and reconnect with the natural environment.
Finca Estelle is located in the countryside of the Cádiz province, set between Medina Sidonia and the village of Benalup. This part of Andalucia is characterised by rolling hills, open farmland with gracefully turning wind turbines and traditional white villages. It is favoured as a quieter, less-developed alternative to the coast.
The finca enjoys a peaceful setting with no immediate neighbours yet remains within easy driving distance of several towns of note. Medina Sidonia and Vejer de la Frontera are both easily accessible and offer excellent restaurants, local shops and a rich cultural heritage. The Atlantic coast is also within reach, making it easy to combine time in the countryside with visits to the region’s famously unspoilt beaches.
Nearest airports: Jerez 51 km (approx. 45 minutes), Gibraltar 70 km (approx. 1 hour 20 minutes), Málaga 180 km (approx. 2 hours)
Nearest beach: El Palmar (approx. 33-minute drive), Conil de la Frontera (approx. 32-minute drive)
Supermarkets: Dia supermarket in Benalup–Casas Viejas (approx. 12 minutes), Mercadona in Medina Sidonia (approx. 20 minutes)
Golf: Benalup Golf (approx. 15 minutes), Dehesa Montenmedio (approx. 25 minutes), Sancti Petri (approx. 40 minutes)
Local areas of interest: White villages including Medina Sidonia and Vejer de la Frontera; nearby art centre hosting rotating exhibitions by international artists; ferry access to Tangier via Tarifa.
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