Cortijo Jacaranda

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at cortijo - jacaranda in casita rose. The setting was beautiful with a panoramic view of the hills and countryside. The casita was very well equipped and spotlessly clean with piping hot water. There was a lovely welcome pack and Lorna was very helpful and informative. We visited the Ardales lakes for open water swimming and some wonderful walks and views. Malaga with its numerous museums, Cathedral and waterfront was a pleasant surprise, easily accessible on the train from nearby Pizarra. We ate outside every evening and enjoyed star gazing. A brilliant stay.

We had a wonderful stay and Lorna is an excellent host. The casitas are perfect for families and friends and the pool was very clean with recliners and towels provided. We loved eating sitting outside in the evenings enjoying the beautiful hills and stars. The attention to detail was great and all made for a very enjoyable stay. There is a lot to do nearby including hiking and lake swimming and Malaga only half an hour by train.

We had a fabulous week at the casitas. Two families with a casita each. Lorna was really accomodating, nothing was too much trouble. The scenery is beautiful and although Malaga is only a short train ride away you feel like you are away from it all. The casitas are very clean and have all you need for a comfortable stay. Local towns provide tapas and markets. We made good use of the pool and bbq for some memorable evenings. We would love to visit again soon.

I personally would want to enjoy this place with friends as a large group, but can see why it is just perfect for families. There is a genuine warmth and care shown by Lorna and real desire to ensure her guests have a great time. You don't often find owners offering to babysit and drive parents out for the evening. They know what parents need (a rest) as well as the kids (fun!).

Our third trip here, this time with my sister and family. The children (aged 12, 11, 10 and 9) didn't seem to leave the fabulous pool which allowed for plenty of relaxation for the adults. The casitas are spotless on arrival and Lorna supplies a lovely welcome pack of food/drinks. We enjoyed plenty of excellent tapas restaurants (Estacion de Cartama, Alora) and delicious local ice creams; the paella evening by the pool (cooked by Lorna and Lee) was also really special. Must-see places are the Alhambra, the lakes north of El Chorro, Malaga (old town and port). Wonderfully relaxing holiday...

Beautiful setting, with countryside views all around and often a very welcome breeze. The villa is equipped with absolutely everything you need and was fantastically clean. The pool is gorgeous and perfect for young children to spend the day. Lorna is a wonderful host - nothing is too much trouble and her paella is amazing! We travelled with family who stayed in the opposite villa - it provided privacy as well as plenty of shared family time. It really is the most idyllic and relaxing setting for a peaceful holiday.

When we arrived at Cortijo Jacaranda I couldn’t believe how beautiful it was ... up in the hills surrounded by orange , olive and almond trees and just the most breath taking views .... the casita was perfect ... equipt with everything you could need ... immaculately clean it was just so welcoming ... especially with the pool just outside the front door ... and a lovely shaded area to relax and keep cool .... lee and Lorna are there to make sure you have everything you need the whole holiday was faultless and I highly recommend it ... I just can’t wait to go back ....

A fantastic holiday! Thank you Lorna and Lee for giving us the chance to see a beautiful and relaxing part of Spain. Our casita was perfect - very clean, comfortable and brilliantly equipped for holidaying with a little one. We loved the pool, the sunshine, the peace and quiet and Lorna's brilliant paella and cheesecake. We booked our holiday very last minute and can't believe how lucky we were to find such a perfect place. A wonderful pedicure in Lorna's treatment room was a total bonus and we loved visits from Chloe the dog. Hoping to return next year! The Walls Family

We had a lovely week in October. The casita was comfortable and well equipped with lot of things for our two children. The pool was spotless and the play area and sandpit brilliant. And the surrounding countryside and views simply breathtaking. Lee and Lorna are very helpful and approachable, and the paella night is a must! The babysitting was also so appreciated, enabling us to have a wonderful meal out in the local town. We look forward to a return visit.

Another fabulous two weeks at Cortijo Jacaranda. So relaxing and perfect for small kids. Booked for next year before we left! Lorna and her family are absolutely lovely (and kind and patient!) and the setting couldn't be more ideal if you are looking for a peaceful holiday (even!) with kids.

Wonderful rural Spain at its best! Very well equipped accomodation is set around a beautiful swimming pool up in the hills with amazing 360' views! Great for families and couples who crave sunshine away from the tourists in complete privacy! Short drive down to local bars and restaurants with excellent local Spanish cuisine! Alternatively buy your own and bbq beside the pool! Cannot recommend this place more as it's simply gorgeous and the English owners go above and beyond to make sure your stay is the best ever! Loved it & will be back next year if they will have us! Highly recomended!

Wow, what can I say. Just had an amazing week staying at Cortijo Jacaranda. Lee and Lorna couldn't have been more accommodating. The Cassita was immaculate and very comfortable, had everything I needed and more! Such a peaceful location with easy access (by car) to the local towns. Went to a great Tapas restaurant recommended by Lorna nearby and did not disappoint. However, I highly recommend the paella night as cooked by Lee, absolutely delicious. I cannot rave about this accommodation enough, so much so that I've already booked to return next year.

The most relaxing holiday I've had for a long time- I didn't want to leave. To be able to cook whilst watching the kids in the pool is amazing. So clean, with everything you need. We love the seclusion whilst only being 30min from Malaga. Some lovely local towns and things to do. The lakes were great. Great hills for running, stunning views and a brilliant pool and kids area. Lorna and lee were very helpful but gave us our space. We recommend going to the market before the supermarket for amazing local veg. I've never gone back to a holiday cottage twice but this one I just might!

We had a lovely stay in Mimosa cottage for a week in August. The cottages are compact but pretty and immaculate throughout. Very well equipped with thoughtful things like board games and books. The kitchen had everything you needed and the gas bbq was brilliant and made catering easy. The pool was designed perfectly for a 3 year old and 7 year old swimming ability. The children also loved the play equipment and the resident donkeys. The location in up in the hills so a 15 minute drive to the nearest town but once down there is lots to do in the area. Peaceful and relaxed - we loved it.

It is a rarity to achieve, but I have just managed to have a lovely relaxing holiday with my four very young children at Cortijo Jacaranda. The setting is stunning, the Casitas are lovely and have everything you could possibly need, even for young children, the pool is the cleanest private pool I've ever seen and the perfect temp. The little ones could all stand up in the little pool and the big pool was deep enough for adults to dive into. Just perfect. Highly recommended, we have been home for a week and have already booked again for next year! Ps Lorna is lovely and a great host :)

Beautiful peaceful location, TV and internet-free (wonderful!), simply furnished but had everything we needed. Hosts extremely helpful.

Thank you for a beautiful relaxing private place for our family and friends. We relaxed and swam in the pool for hours and in the evenings enjoyed drinks at the bar. Situated within easy reach of Alora and Pizzara for supplies, and the Ardelles, Mijas and Ronda for memorable day trips. We will return as soon as possible!

We had a fantastic holiday at Cortijo Jacaranda. The location is absolutely stunning, with a panoramic view of the Andalusian countryside. The casitas are well equipped, stylish and clean, with the pool being a couple of metres from the front door. Lorna and her family could not have been more welcoming. We had a great time and will definitely going back.

Had a wonderful relaxing holiday in this chill-lax getaway from it all location. Good comfortable and clean accomodation with a pool just outside our door. Wonderful mountain views and seclusion. Lorna and Lee our host was on hand to advise around the best places to visit such as the lakes which was a short drive away and the beaches which took around 30 mins. Ideal for our extended family holiday with play area for our youngsters and a small bar for us just a couple of steps from our accommodation. We really enjoyed the evenings in a get-away-from it all location. Highly recommended

Second visit to this lovely, relaxing villa with our 3 boys. Everything as wonderful as we remember last year. Stunning views, relaxing pool and lovely days out at Ardales Lakes, Mijas and Ronda. Lorna and family always helpful, particularly keeping open the bar to watch the closing ceremony of the London 2012 Olympics, making it a great evening for our family and friends. Have already booked to return in 2013.