Magical Hideaway
5 STARS OUT OF 5
We had an absolutely wonderful stay at La Cazalla! The Villa is comfortable and beautifully appointed and the grounds are spectacular with lots of flowering plants, bushes and fruit trees. Lisa and Mark couldn’t have been better hosts. We hope to be back someday soon!
Review Submitted: May 5, 2022
Date of Stay: Apr 2022
Source: VRBO
Summer and the Feria at Magical La Cazzalla
5 STARS OUT OF 5
The villa is stunning!
“Everyone should experience a place as magical as La Cazzalla at least once. There are so many hidden treasures to discover and the villa tempts you to sit back and enjoy nature, life, and the beauty of Ronda.
Lisa and Mark set the standard for hosts, going above and beyond to provide guests an incredible vacation experience. They not only provided us outstanding meals, but helped with a medical situation, went out of their way to pick up some paella pans for future Spanish cooks, and had answers to all our questions on Ronda, Spain, and life in the Andalucian country. The only regret is not spending all seven days of our stay at the villa. While day trips to Granada, Seville and other white hill towns are fun...nothing beats a day experiencing the tranquility and beauty of La Cazalla. I look forward to returning and sharing the magic with family.
Review Submitted: Aug 31, 2019
Date of Stay: Aug 2019
Source: HomeAway
Little bit of heaven
5 STARS OUT OF 5
Our stay at La Cazalla was delightful. It is one of the most beautiful properties I’ve seen and definitely the most enjoyable property I’ve rented.
“Lisa and Mark do whatever they can to accommodate you and make your stay lovely.”
We were a group of ten and had lots of space for group time or alone time. I recommend hiring Lisa and Mark to make a paella dinner on the terrace. Also enjoyed meals on the terrace by other chefs. I would love to stay at La Cazalla again. It was truly a little bit of heaven. Thank you Mark and Lisa!
Review Submitted: May 31, 2019
Date of Stay: May 2019
Source: HomeAway
Amazing experience! Relaxed and family friendly
5 STARS OUT OF 5
Lisa and Mark were extremely helpful before, during and after our stay. The villa is perfectly located, at a peaceful countryside, yet convenience to the nearest town. The villa is beautifully designed and decorated and we all had some lovely family time. The kitchen is well equipped and had some nice BBQ too! We would definitely love to revisit the place again! By the way, Mark’s cooking skill was great, we all enjoyed the delicious paella :-)
Review Submitted: Oct 17, 2018
Date of Stay: Oct 2018
Source: HomeAway
Wonderful Villa & Great Location
5 STARS OUT OF 5
What a wonderful villa and great location. Thank you Lisa for being so accomodating and helpful with all the arrangements and thank you Christina (the houskeeper who came in daily) for all your help and for doing the pre shop for us (as we arrived on a Sunday)
"The villa is incredibly spacious with lots of areas to sit and lounge around and was also lovely and cool during the day even with the scortching temperatures outside."
Review Submitted: Aug 1, 2016
Date of Stay: Jul 2016
Source: HomeAway
A magical time at La Cazalla
5 STARS OUT OF 5
There aren’t enough words to capture adequately what an amazing vacation this was. I was celebrating my 60th birthday with 7 of the most important women in my life. Being in Spain was a marvelous experience from start to finish. La Cazalla, our villa rental is stunning, every exquisite detail inside the house a delight to the senses and a reflection of our terrific hosts Mark and Lisa Ruddock. The grounds are breathtaking, with marvelous vistas everywhere you turn. Being at La Cazalla filled every member of our party with a deep tranquility that our regular lives back home too often deny us.
It was Lisa and Mark though that helped make this holiday the wonderful one it was!
“They infused our time there with kindness, generosity of spirit, excellence, and professionalism, bringing every part of our planned itinerary to glorious life. My birthday dinner party and an Afternoon Tea party a few days later were so beautifully executed that I was moved to tears.”
Lisa completely captured the magical experience I was trying to deliver for my daughter, sisters, sister-in-law, and cousins. La Cazalla, the property provided the rest, with a unique ambience all it’s own.
All of our planned excursions to Seville, Ronda, Marbella and Tangiers went off without a hitch thanks to Lisa’s helpful guidance and transportation arrangements. We all agreed that Mark, a skilled chef in his own right, made the best Paella we’ve ever eaten! Our stay at La Cazalla ranks as one of our most memorable vacations ever and we hope to be back again sometime soon.
Review Submitted: Oct 14, 2018
Date of Stay: Oct 2018
Source: HomeAway
Outstanding property in fabulous location
5 STARS OUT OF 5
We had a fantastic holiday at La Cazalla and I cannot thank the owners Lisa and Mark enough for all the care and obvious attention to detail they took to ensure the property not only met our needs, but exceeded our expectations. We were a large, noisy group of ten adults, with ages ranging from twenties to early sixties, with a seventeen month old toddler too.
“I have booked numerous properties over the years and this is by far the best I have ever been to. The space, layout and range of facilities ensured that everyone could find a quiet area when they wanted it, but enough communal space to eat indoors, outdoors, up by the pool, or to wander off in the extensive grounds.”
The scenery surrounding the villa is spectacular, with numerous easy footpaths to follow. Lisa and Mark live nearby, which was a real bonus. they were around when we wanted advice, or even to borrow a recipe book. They are extremely friendly and helpful and having Christina there every day to clean was a real bonus, so too was the lovely gardener who provided fresh produce for us to try. The swimming pool area was amazing and far enough away that our little one couldn't wander there on her own. It is a beautiful pool to swim in and having a fridge in the pool house meant cool beers were always to hand. I would love to visit La Cazalle again soon. although it is a bit of a drive from the airport, it is well worth the journey. Many thanks the Regester family.
Review Submitted: Sept 19, 2018
Date of Stay: Aug 2018
Source: HomeAway
Beautiful house and gardens with a lovely pool
5 STARS OUT OF 5
Fantastic large house, beautiful inside and out, spectacular terraces for eating and sitting, and all this with wonderful views. Lovely pool and sitting area with plenty of shade, and 'pool room' with cold water & fridge, and nearby bathroom with shower. Exceptionally well equipped kitchen for home cooking for large numbers. Owners extremely helpful before arrival and while we were there. Housekeeper and gardener came every day and were excellent.
"Lovely area, plenty of local walks with great bird and wildlife. A wonderful mix of luxury and rural, with the added benefit of horses and a cat to pet!"
This is definitely the best villa we've stayed in, would highly recommend, it's even nicer than the photos if possible!
Review Submitted: Aug 9, 2017
Date of Stay: Jul 2017
Source: HomeAway
Amazing Property in a Stunning Location
5 STARS OUT OF 5
When we arrived at La Cazalla
"our breath was taken away by the beauty of the location, and the villa was a match for its surroundings."
Lisa and Mark, the owners, went above and beyond to make our stay as comfortable as possible. We were there for a week, and many of us barely left the villa for the whole time -- it was that enjoyable! The pool was particularly appreciated for cooling off as the weather was very hot during our stay. We'd definitely recommend this villa to anyone.
Review Submitted: Aug 22, 2018
Date of Stay: June 2018
Source: HomeAway
stunning home away from home
5 STARS OUT OF 5
The home is beautiful and perfect for larger groups of friends. There are en suite bathrooms in each room. Beds are very comfortable . The downstairs area has two sitting areas and one has a magnificent Fireplace. the kitchen will gladden any chef’s heart.
"Set between rocky outcrops with footpaths meandering through flower covered fields one cannot but have one’s breath taken away."
What a gorgeous swimming pool with a view.
Lisa and Mark, the owners, were perfect hosts and very helpful in arranging any activity available.
Do not be put off by the bumpy road. There’s a wonderful reward awaiting you at the end.
Highly recommended !!
Review Submitted: May 30, 2018
Date of Stay: May 2018
Source: HomeAway
Beautiful villa in stunning countryside - SUPERB
5 STARS OUT OF 5
One of the best villa stays I have ever experienced.
"La Cazalla is a dream - a gorgeous house full of lovely bedrooms, stylish sitting areas and outside eating spots surrounded by unspoilt countryside, oak forests, rivers and mountains."
With 16 acres of nature to enjoy, fruit laden trees, stunning views and occasional sightings of deer and wild Andulasian horse, it is the perfect spot to sit and relax, to chill or to sunbathe and swim. In fact, the villa is so great and so welcoming, you don't want to leave - even though the delights of Ronda are just ten minutes drive away.
Highly recommended for groups of up to 12 people, the house is big enough and spaced out for people to relax without being bothered - as well as intimate enough to enjoy each other's company for dinner and drinks on the terrace.
I will definitely be coming back soon. I miss it already!
Review Submitted: Aug 29, 2017
Date of Stay: Aug 2017
Source: HomeAway
This is the best house we have ever booked!
5 STARS OUT OF 5
From the moment of our arrival, we were taken aback by the beauty of the setting and the quality of the house. It was perfectly laid out with the bedrooms on one floor opening onto a central living space and the main living area, kitchen and dining room on the lower level.
“We will be spreading the word to all of our friends about this well-kept secret!”
Review Submitted: May 24, 2016
Date of Stay: May 2016
Source: HomeAway