- 6 bedrooms – 5 located in main house plus a guest annexe.
- Sleeps 12 + 4 on sofa beds
- WIFI internet
- AC and heating
- Private parking for several cars
- Fully equipped modern kitchen and pantry, with Dekton quartz worktops, LOFRA aga, coffee machine, oven and wine cooler
- Separate pantry leading off kitchen with fridge/freezer and additional storage space.
- Gas BBQ and outdoor seating area
- Library/reading room
- Games room with shuffleboard table, table football and PS4 games console and TV
- Enclosed football pitch and large trampoline
- Groundsman living on site and remote concierge service
- Eco friendly features – soft-water pool, electricity provided by solar panels, reclaimed antiques
- Kid friendly features including AstroTurf football pitch and trampoline
- Private swimming pool with sun loungers
- Travel cots and foldaway beds available on request
Villa Sofia’s spacious living room is located on the ground floor of the property. This airy space features a family-sized sofa and rustic coffee table, facing a widescreen TV.
A neutral colour palette of dove greys and faded linens creates a serene vibe, further enhanced by an abundance of natural light.
The beautiful terracotta floors are an original feature of the old farmhouse. Added warmth is created with chunky blankets and scattered cushions, while the open fireplace provides a cosy focal point on winter evenings.
Villa Sofia’s stunning farmhouse kitchen effortlessly combines original features with modern amenities, such as sleek Dekton countertops, a gas burning LOFRA aga, coffee machine, oven and wine fridge.
The open plan dining room features a family sized table, with seating for 12 provided in the form of a bespoke wooden bench and three wicker chairs.
Feeding directly off the kitchen, this is the perfect spot for long family lunches and relaxed dinners, especially with the doors flung open to the olive groves beyond.
For laid-back lunches, fire up the BBQ and dine on the covered terrace outside, fanned by a cool breeze blowing over the fields with the birdsong as a soundtrack.
The living room at Villa Sofia is an ideal spot to curl up with the morning papers or enjoy a family movie night.
Located on the first floor, the games room sets the scene for family fun– with a full-size shuffleboard table, table football and games console guaranteed to provide hours of entertainment.
Outside, start the day with a relaxing stroll through the olive groves, or kick a ball around on the full-sized football pitch. For those looking for more low-key pursuits, enjoy a coffee on the wraparound terrace with views of the countryside, or settle down with a good book on a sun lounger poolside.
Principal Bedroom:
Generously sized principal bedroom on first floor with views from every angle. Four-poster 180x200cm bed with bespoke headboard and eclectic blend of modern and vintage furniture, including linen armchairs and a beautiful wooden table. Walk-in wardrobe leading off bedroom.
En-suite bathroom with traditional bathtub with hand-held shower attachment and a separate shower cubicle.
Bedroom 2:
Located on the first floor, accessed via library or central courtyard. Large double room with 180x200cm bed and views over olive groves.
Traditional tiled bathroom with bathtub and shower over bath, located down the hallway and shared with bedroom 3.
Bedroom 3:
Good sized double with original flooring, located at opposite end of the stairwell from bedroom 2. Features a wicker bench and 180x200cm double bed.
Shared bathroom with bedroom 2.
Bedroom 4:
Located on ground floor beyond the kitchen. A large, airy double room with 180x200cm four-poster bed and linen upholstered sofa bed. Access onto a private patio with table and chairs.
En-suite Moroccan hamman-style shower room.
Bedroom 5:
Located on ground floor and accessed via the main courtyard. Good sized double with 180x200cm bed with views of patio and gardens.
En-suite, traditionally-tiled shower room.
Bedroom 6:
Located in guest house to the rear of the property. Large suite with vaulted, ceiling and separate kitchen annexe, fitted with all amenities. Partition wall separates the sleeping area with with 180x200cm bed, from the living-room, which contains a large flatscreen television and double sofa bed.
En-suite bathroom and private terrace outside with seating area and table.
Sofa beds available for 4 guests.
LIGHT HOUSEKEEPING INCLUDED
Your rental includes a complete clean and linen change every 7 days, plus additional light housekeeping in 2 visits during the week (housekeeping does not include kitchen clear-up).
Additional housekeeping hours can be booked and paid for in advance to cover things like after-dinner clearing up or personal laundry.
CATERED TO YOUR CHOOSING
If you prefer not to cook, please ask our Concierge team for details of our private chefs*. Our professional villa chefs can showcase the best local ingredients or cook favourite international dishes for you and your guests.
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 freshly cooked BBQ on the terrace, or have the chef cook a giant poolside paella while you relax, they will even bring waiting staff for larger groups and clean up afterwards.
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. For local journeys to and from Ronda, a local taxi firm can be used.
Local Concierge Support
When you choose a villa with The Luxury Villa Collection, you will always be met on arrival by your English-speaking Housekeeper or Villa Manager, who 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 be on hand to help with all your holiday arrangements to ensure a smooth stay.
Our ‘Little Black Book’ of hand-picked experiences is at our disposal to help enhance your stay with us (pre-booking is always advised to guarantee availability).
Once you arrive at Villa Sofia your Concierge will be in contact to help 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 dedicated Concierge* for the duration of your stay.
EXPERIENCES to enhance your stay
Villa Sofia’s proximity to Ronda teamed with its idyllic countryside setting mean its perfectly placed for a range of both rural and urban experiences.
Our Guest Experience team can work closely with you to develop your ideal holiday itinerary, which could activities such as:
Wine tasting: Ronda is one of the finest wine-making regions in Andalucia and its viniculture scene is thriving as a result. Stroll the vineyards of charming boutique wineries and enjoy a private tasting with expert sommeliers, or enjoy exclusive access to a family-owned bodega and sit down to a gourmet lunch with the owners.
Hiking & Horse Riding: Hike in the countryside surrounding the villa or enjoy horse riding through the olive groves.
VIP Experiences: Enjoy exclusive access to the famous Ascari racetrack or see magnificent fighting bulls up close and learn more about their upkeep at the and Reserva de Tauro bull farm
Music & Culture: Arrange for private guitarists and flamenco dancers to put on an intimate concert in the grounds of Villa Sofia
Gastronomy: Indulge in various gastronomic experiences, such a visit to the farm which produces the award winning cheese ‘Queso Payoyo’ in Grazalema
Catering: Enjoy a delicious meal cooked by a private chef in your villa – from a poolside BBQ to a seated formal dinner beneath the stars
Cooking Classes: Participate an at-home cooking class with a private chef and learn how to create Spanish classics like paella and tapas
Olive Oil Tasting: Experience a private olive oil tasting and learn how to slice Spanish Jamón guided by an expert.
Yoga: Book a yoga or Pilates instructor at home and enjoy a workout in scenic countryside location
Outdoor Pursuits: Get the adrenaline pumping with outdoor sports around Montejaque, Benaoján and Grazalema: hiking, cycling, mountain climbing, river walking and wild swimming.
