Villa Kallan is ideally positioned in a very private spot overlooking the bay of La Herradura. It’s approximately 17 minutes walk to the first of several restaurants on the beach ‘Playa de la Herradura’, and about the same distance to the small town centre for a spot of shopping. There is also a short-cut that the manager can show you when you arrive, which gets you there in about 10-15 minutes.
Boat lovers can also walk in the other direction to the swish Marina del Este in about 23 minutes. There are taxis available in the resort, so some guests like to walk down, then take a cab back up.
The best airport to use is Malaga, just under an hour away, but Granada airport is also convenient at just over an hour’s drive.
Sandwiched between the Costa del Sol and Costa del Almeria, Costa Tropical is Granada province’s coast. Different in feel to its neighbours, it has a rugged coastline, with scenic coves, jutting rocks and sandy pebble beaches.
Skiing in the mountains near Villa Kallan is just an hour and a half drive away, the season is from December to end of April.
Named after its climate, the area is famed for its tropical fruit. With mango and avocado groves carpeting hillsides and villages. This stretch of coastline has a relaxed vibe, in-keeping with Granada’s sense of romance. And the towns are mostly low-rise, sitting aside pristine waters.
From a white village perched on a rock, to unspoilt beaches, to incredible diving and nearby historical cities, there’s plenty things to see and do in Granada province. La Herradure is ideal for outdoor pursuits, the diving is excellent. But if scuba diving isn’t your thing, the snorkelling is just as good. A Mecca for cyclists, the region is great for road and mountain biking with routes (and e-bikes!) to suit all abilities.
From La Herradura it’s easy to do day trips or one night stop overs to the famous cities of Andalucia. Closer and an easy day trip is a visit to the Alhambra Palace in the city of Granada. When you’re done, head to the Moorish Albayzín district and watch the breath-taking sunset over the honey coloured fort.
Malaga city itself is also worth exploring for its vibrant foodie scene and historical sights like the Gibralfaro and Alcazaba. It’s just 50 minutes drive away from the villa.