Villa Kenia

Two living rooms: the principal being in the main part of the villa, where you’ll appreciate magnificent views, and the other in the lower ground floor family area with a flatscreen TV and games.  The living room is outfitted in colonial style, with very comfortable seating in beige linen, perfect both for hot summers and chilly winters.

There is ample room to gather together, or to carve out a quiet spot to snuggle in with a good book and a glass of wine. The living room has exceptional panoramic views that sweep over the green hills and mountains, extending toward the northern African coastline.

Villa Kenia offers two dining areas, one inside and the other outdoors. In warm months, you’ll gravitate to the shaded pergola, where a long table and huge wicker chairs provide seating for up to 14.

A complete outdoor kitchen with grill is yours for the barbecuing, although we’re happy to book you a chef so you can avoid the scorching hot work!

The indoor formal dining room offers seating for 8, and is decorated in a light seaside theme. The dining room has views to the pool and sits adjacent to the sleek, modern kitchen, fully equipped with appliances (coffee maker, hand blender, ice maker, kettle, cafetiere, toasters, etc.).

Breakfast may also be taken on the new summer terrace (seats 12) where a clear day affords views of the surrounding hills, the sea, and the African coastline.

The pool takes centre-stage in the garden, surrounded by grass lawns, with poolside seating and panoramic views from the mountains to the sea, Gibraltar and Morocco. The shady gazebo by the pool is an ideal spot for evening cocktails.

The villa’s landscaped gardens are gorgeous, blending Andalucian tiles, stone walks, an old well and fountain, then looping around past a gently flowing waterfall that leads to the pool, gardens and multiple terraces with plush seating areas. Moroccan lanterns light the way for alfresco summer evenings.

Sun loungers surround the 8×5 metre pool (which can be gently heated for a supplement) with a choice of two shaded outdoor dining rooms.

Indoors, the games den is the entertainment hub at Villa Kenia. It is decorated in kid-friendly colours and accoutrements, with comfortable floor cushions, an enormous sofa, and a 55″ TV. (Plus British outlets, so you can bring your favourite electronics from home.)

The den offers twin pool tables; one for the children and one for the grown-ups, table football (foosball), and a selection of family games.

Bedroom 1: Ground floor bedroom with twins or super-king bed (180x200cm), with white, grey and china-blue décor, including elegant cream chairs for private lounging. French doors lead to a private patio that overlooks the grounds. The en-suite bathroom offers an overhead shower and luxury amenities.

Bedroom 2: The villa’s second ground-floor suite with twins or super-king bed (180x200cm), this bedroom also offers a grey-and-cream colour palette with comfortable seating and classic style. A private patio promises magnificent views of the grounds and sea, and is outfitted with two chairs to enjoy an evening nightcap. The quirky en-suite bathroom has a freestanding claw-foot tub with a mini Sistine Chapel-style domed ceiling, plus a separate shower.

Bedroom 3: Located on the first floor, this bedroom with twins or super-king bed has olive green headboards accented by cream décor. The en-suite bathroom offers a shower, marble basin and tiled walls. With no balcony, this is an ideal bedroom for children.

Bedroom 4: The principal bedroom with a super-king size bed, located on the top floor; a large and light-filled space, with a spacious private terrace that has sweeping views to the Mediterranean and a distant Africa. Neutral décor with coral highlights and seaside style, there is a high-backed chair, large TV, and two lazy loungers on the terrace overlooking the pool. The pink en-suite bathroom offers a spa bath and separate shower. Children must be supervised on this balcony.

Bedroom 5: This lower-ground floor bedroom with twins or super-king bed is adjacent to the games lounge, making it a great choice for older children. It opens onto a private patio beside the waterfall feature, and has a peaceful and private sun-trap. The en-suite bathroom has twin basins and a separate bath.

Sofa bed in games den suitable for 2 children.

HOUSEKEEPing INCLUDED

The final price of this villa includes a light clean 6 days a week (with a deeper clean on Wednesdays and Saturdays), a weekly linen change and mid-week towel change.

Additional housekeeping hours can be requested and paid-for locally, to include things like after-dinner clear up, personal laundry, etc.

Additional linen changes can be organised and paid for locally.

Catered to your choosing

As well as having your housekeeper on hand to serve a delicious fresh breakfast daily*, and a mid-week home-cooked meal*, we also work with several professional chefs who can prepare a range of local or international dishes for you and your guests at your villa.

For a taste of authentic Spanish cuisine, ask about our gourmet tapas menus, wine tasting, or book a private food tour with our expert guides.

Enjoy a full Argentinian-style BBQ, or have the chef cook a giant poolside paella while you relax with a G&T, they will even bring waiting staff for large groups and clean up afterwards.

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.

Local Expertise on Hand

All stays with The Luxury Villa Collection include a personal meet and greet with an English-speaking Villa Manager for peace of mind, and they are 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. Our Spain-based local experts have a well-honed ‘Little Black Book’ of hand-picked experiences at their disposal, ready to help you create lasting memories.

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 Villa Kenia, your local Experience Manager will be on hand with further ideas and recommendations. They may be able to visit you at the villa if required, or if you think you might need a more personalised service, we can arrange for you to have a Personal Concierge* for the duration of your stay.

Villa Kenia is a short walk from Selwo animal adventure park so is a fantastic location for children.

It is within easy reach of a whole range of amazing experiences to add to your travel memories. It’s a perfect location from which to enjoy Marbella, Cadiz, Gibraltar and the Costa del Sol.

From exciting family adventures to world-class golf and beach clubs to beauty spas, we work closely with the best local suppliers to help make your stay extra special.

For Spanish culture, explore the cities of Andalucia with a personal guide direct from your villa. Enjoy a selection of day tours or bespoke itineraries all with a door to door service in air-conditioned vehicles. There are also many easy self-drive day trips if you’d like to get out and see more of Andalucia.

A perfect choice for a first-time stay in Estepona is the escorted Mr Henderson’s Railway Walking Tour or the White Villages Tour where you can get to know the secret inland beauty of Malaga and Cadiz provinces, or head along the coast for magnificent kite surfing fun at Tarifa and Bolonia beaches. Return cars to your villa are available.

GETTING AROUND

To help you get the very best from your stay at this villa, our Guest Experience Team can help you with hire cars and transfers when booked in advance.