Cortijo Padre Avilés

Up there with the best places to stay with Sawday! Inspiring location and Claire and David look out for you.

Up there with best, great place to stay made perfect by Claire and David.

Up there with best! Thanks for looking out for us Claire and David, hope to see you again. Peter, Ann, Louise and baby Rene

Up there with best! Thanks Claire and David for looking after us, what a special place.

We had the most perfect holiday at Padre Avilés. Claire and David are wonderful hosts - friendly, welcoming and very interesting. Everything is here for a fantastic holiday - comfortable and stylish accommodation, plenty of space and quiet and with wonderful views down to the sea. So well equipped too, we will definitely be back.

What can we say? Gorgeous views in a private valley blessed with widescreen nature, soulful trails to hike through olive trees, a well-equipped and spacious apartment, lovely pool to share with friendly neighbours, fab beaches (we loved Nerja!) - oh, and the friendliest host we've ever met via Sawday's. From the moment Claire greeted us at the door (with puppy in arms - our girls were instantly in love!), it felt like we were staying at a friend's. We came in need of a break, & left restored, having found sanctuary. Our teenage girls were so sad to leave that they cried all the way home!

I was made to feel instantly at home by Claire who enthusiastically recounted stories of how they found the properties, the project to renovate them and how they now run them. This is a great place for families and groups who want to get together and eat and relax. They make their own olive oil from the many acres of Algarrobo olives and even produce their own honey. You'll go home renewed.

We truly loved our stay at this beautiful location set up high in the Malaga hills. The location is excellent and Claire was so helpful and friendly, advising us of the best places to visit in the local area so we could make the most of our stay. The apartment was lovely and clean, the pool and views are spectacular. We will definitely be returning.

We are repeat customers and thoroughly enjoy our visits to David and Claire’s beautiful home in the hills behind Málaga. The rooms are impeccably maintained, with all the necessary amenities for a family. We love spending time by the swimming pool which has the most amazing views over the valley below and the Mediterranean Sea in the distance. Whether you are looking for a peaceful yoga retreat, training for a triathlon (perfect running and biking terrain), having a base to visit Andalusia, teleworking for a few days, or just want to read a book book, Padre Aviles is the place for you!

Claire and David have made the most beautiful and relaxed Oasis above the hills of Malaga, set in the olive groves. It is perfect for all ages, allowing everyone to relax, whether reading a book by the pool, sipping a refreshing drink, playing tennis, yoga on the large terrace or a combination of all! We cannot recommend it highly enough and the kids, now teenagers are always delighted to return.

First class all round, fantastic location and nothing is too much trouble for Claire and David, who are exceptionally welcoming as hosts.

Padre Aviles is the kind of place where you feel yourself relax as soon as you drive through the gate. The location is spectacular - high up in the hills so lots of peace and amazing views, surrounded by fig and olive trees, but close enough to the coast, local suburbs and Malaga city itself that there's always lots to do. The apartments are immaculate, well-furnished and have everything we needed, the pools are divine and we enjoyed playing some tennis in the evenings. A heavenly place to stay and we are already making plans to return later this year!

What a most beautiful place! Set in the hills high above Malaga lies this converted convent. We stayed for 8 days in a first floor apartment with 2 bedrooms, sitting area, kitchen with all amenities inc dishwasher and washing machine plus balcony with incredible view down to the sea. And a huge pool (much bigger than anyone else's!) and lots of sitting out places under sunshades. So relaxing... total quiet - just the sound of gentle breeze and birds. If you want an executive style retreat away from the bright lights and everybody else, this is for you. My wife and I loved it.

Padre Aviles is a true gem, located up the hill, a 10-15 minute drive to/from the supermarket and roads that easily connect you to center city Malaga and get you on your way to enjoy day trips to explore the Andalucia area. Enjoy a breath taking view, clean and well equipped accommodations and access to 2 pools, a toddler playground and 2 tennis courts. The Olivo is on the 2nd floor with two good-sized bedrooms, a spacious and clean bathroom, and a terrace that overlooks a beautiful olive tree and the pool. Get spoiled by the tranquility of Padre Aviles and the warmth of the owners!

What a gem. We spent a wonderful week here in July 2019. Just a 10 minute drive from the main coastal road, 20 minutes from Malaga. Wonderful pool and spectacular views over the hills towards the sea. Very clean apartment. The owners, David and Claire, were always around to answer any questions or give a few hints about where to go. A special shout out to their lovely daughter, Sophie, who made us delicious homemade vegan brownies. A lovely touch. We will definitely be back!

This place is just wonderful. We came for a 4 night break with our grandson (11), it ticked every box.....just 25mins from the airport, waking up to perfect tranquility with stunning views that will stay cemented in our minds, great pool (not salty!) enjoyed by all. Walking the boundaries of Padre Aviles was great exercise to reveal even more stunning views.The hosts are so friendly and can't do enough to ensure we had a great break, the accommodation was perfect.

Claire our host welcomed us like old friends. If you want peace and quiet with beautiful views of the Mediterranean and surrounding countryside in Andalusia within easy access of the hub of Malaga with its great bars and restaurants then look no further. Amazing pools and views. Great place to escape from your everyday stresses of normal life by going for long peaceful walks in the countryside or take a short car journey into Malaga and enjoy city life in a beautiful clean city with its wonderful with its wonderful beaches and alfresco dining. Couldn’t recommend it enough.

We stayed at Padre Aviles for two weeks to celebrate two significant birthdays with our children and grandchildren. With six families (24 people from 1 to 65) to accommodate finding a suitable place was not easy but the search was worth it. With five separate apartments in the converted stable block and one other apartment each family had their own space, with an option for group meals. With a good sized pool, in which the children spent most of their time, we had a fantastic holiday. Claire the owner could not have been more helpful. A memorable holiday in a beautiful and quiet location .

We stayed here in the three bed apartment with our two boys aged 1 and 4. Big pluses: booking was quick and easy. Claire recommended a car hire company that met us off the flight, took us straight to our car with zero delay. Claire also offered to do a supermarket shop for us so that milk, nappies, wipes...all the baby stuff and a complete food shop, wine etc already in our apartment for us. That was genius. The villas are lovely, the pool great for kids and adults. Very clean. Very relaxing. Perfect for young families. Really welcoming hosts. Near to beach, Malaga, botanical gardens. All good

We had a great holiday at Padres Aviles. The apartment was lovely with a great view. It is in such a peaceful location and the views are stunning. We traveled with out 18month old son who absolutely loved the place with its beautiful warm pool and toys galore. I would recommend this to anybody who wants to get away and enjoy some peace and quiet whilst being within driving distance of the vibrant beachfront and city of Malaga. Great holiday and great hosts!