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Spectacular villa with pool and impressive views in lush nature close to Madrid

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House and pool of 11x4m.
House set in landscape
House sent in landscape, with the Pico Almanzor in the background
House from the pool
Property grounds

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8200 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Pet-friendly
  • Pool
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Villanueva de la Vera, Cáceres
  • Iglesia Nuestra Senora de Fuentes Claras
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Golf Candeleda
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Castro Celta de El Raso
    ‪33 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

2 Double Beds

Bedroom 2

2 Double Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Spectacular villa with pool and impressive views in lush nature close to Madrid

The house is built on one level and has a large living room with an open kitchen with bar, an open fireplace and large windows with breathtaking views of the high mountain peaks; 3 double bedrooms, two of which have a normal double bed and a high bed; 2 full bathrooms; and a120m2 covered terrace with a fireplace/barbecue, a ping pong table and views of the Extremadura plains.

The house is situated on a 30.000m2 property in the middle of nature, with olive trees, fig trees, oaks, chestnut trees, and has a subtropical garden right around it with a pool of 11x4 m. at a 20 m. distance from the terrace. It is open from the end of May until late September, and covered with a deck the remainder of the year.

The house runs on solar energy with the support of a generator which only needs to be used in case of several cloudy days in a row or with groups of more than 4 guests during the autumn or winter, when days are short. Guests receive instructions on arrival on how to manage the electricity, which is very simple, and there is always someone close-by to help if necessary.

Property manager

Viveca

Languages

Dutch, English, French, German, Spanish

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 10:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Perros adultos a partir de 2 años y no peligrosos
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number AT-CC-00327

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Villanueva De La Vera

Located in Villanueva De La Vera, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Castro Celta de El Raso and Cofradía de Caballeros de Ntra Sra de Chilla are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Golf Candeleda and Talayuela Golf. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby swimming, or enjoy the great outdoors with hunting, ecotours and mountain climbing.
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Villanueva de la Vera, Cáceres

What's nearby

  • Iglesia Nuestra Senora de Fuentes Claras - 20 min drive - 11.3 km
  • Golf Candeleda - 26 min drive - 17.2 km
  • Candeleda Plaza - 27 min drive - 18.7 km
  • Castro Celta de El Raso - 33 min drive - 17.8 km
  • Monastery of San Jerónimo de Yuste - 52 min drive - 40.5 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Cafe Urbano - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Los Marinos Candeleda - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante los Carretero - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante el Ropino - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante el Mirador de Gredos - ‬27 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Spectacular villa with pool and impressive views in lush nature close to Madrid have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Spectacular villa with pool and impressive views in lush nature close to Madrid pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Spectacular villa with pool and impressive views in lush nature close to Madrid?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spectacular villa with pool and impressive views in lush nature close to Madrid?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Spectacular villa with pool and impressive views in lush nature close to Madrid located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is within 12 miles (20 km) of Iglesia Nuestra Senora de Fuentes Claras, Golf Candeleda and Castro Celta de El Raso. Rosarito Reservoir and Candeleda Plaza are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 59 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Juan carlos G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Naturaleza

Una estancia excelente en plena naturaleza, pura tranquilidad y un entorno maravilloso, a pesar que tuvimos dos días de mal tiempo,
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Toby D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A stunning house!

We’ve been twice now and can’t wait to visit again. The view alone is worth it but the house is stunning and the mountains with rivers to swim in are as beautiful as anything in Spain. Hans and Viveca are adorable hosts and you can really tell how much love they have put into building this house. It’s a very very special place.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Idyllic rural getaway

Fabulous home, brilliant modern architecture and lovely gardens. Really enjoyed the peaceful location with the sound of distant goat bells, beautiful scenery, stunning views across the valley and back up to the mountains and excellent facilities including essential swimming pool.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lieke B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Een topper!

Na een vermoeiende trip kwamen we aan. Onmiddellijk happy door de mooie vieuw, het prachtige huis en het zeer fijn onthaal door Hans, de eigenaar. We hadden voordien al een heel fijne, vlotte communicatie met zijn partner Viveca. We hebben ontzettend genoten tijdens onze week. Leuke uitstappen, mooie natuurgebieden, kids potje pingpong, dan weer eens hangen bij het fantastische zwembad met een boek en glaasje wijn erbij. De laatste avond kwam Hans nog even afscheid nemen wat zeer aangenaam was. Wij kunnen alleen maar zeggen ga er heen, ervaar en geniet! Een topper!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Harry H., Tiel, Netherlands

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful house in Spanish mountains

The house is more beautiful than the pictures show. It is a peaceful and quiet location with stunning views of the valleys and the mountains. (you have to like being in a remote place).The owners are very kind and helpfull.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Corinne A., Pont Aven France

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Harmonie totale avec la nature

Des vacances de rêve dans votre magnifique maison de Villanueva de la Vera… Tous les commentaires laissés précédemment sont justes et décrivent la magie de la maison et du lieu. Des ballades au cœur de la montagne, des baignades dans les piscines naturelles… tout était parfait ! Viveca et Hans sont très accueillants et attentionnés, c’est très agréable. C’était aussi pour nous l’occasion de vivre dans une maison autonome dotée de panneaux solaires : une magnifique expérience en harmonie avec la nature. Merci beaucoup à vous deux, nous reviendrons avec plaisir dans votre villa.
Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nadia B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Un havre de paix

Une semaine extraordinaire au calme dans une magnifique demeure. Les hôtes étaient d'une extrême gentillesse et toujours disponible. Nous reviendrons avec plaisir si nous en avons l'occasion.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paulina S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Magnificent house on the southern slopes of the Sierra de Gredos

Our expectations of the house were quite high when we arrived because of the promising photos on the VRBO site. Moreover, we are lovers of Spain and Extremadura in particular. So it was with confidence that we traveled to Vilanueva de la Vera. However, it was even better than we expected. After a slightly challenging drive along a dirt road (of about 13 minutes) we arrived at the stunning modernist one-story villa en were cordially welcomed by the host. He showed us around en informed us of the ins and outs of staying in a mansion powered by sunlight and completely surrounded by nature. The house is tastefully furnished, spacious and very comfortable without tending towards blunt luxury. The way we like it. The bedrooms and bathrooms are simply convenient with good beds and ample room. Eveything is in great working order except for the gas stove which proved to be a little reluctant in lighting it. The kitchen is great, by the way, well equipped. Being an amateur cook, I spent quite some time in it en enjoyed every minute. Then, there's the garden en the swimming pool (a very friendly local gentleman, Andres, comes to clean it every other day). Only superlatives suffice. Surrounded by Mediterranean and subtropical vegetation, spending time with your family by the pool is more than enjoyable. We are naturalists and had the pleasure of observing a Spanish imperial eagle soaring above the house. The location of the house, surrounded by woodland is magnificent.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A wonderful property in a stunning setting.

We had a brilliant time. The house is located in a magnificent mountain setting and we were able to enjoy the view from the veranda and swimming pool. We enjoyed visiting the local villages, which have great character - if we could drag ourselves away from the house and pool that is. Viveca and Hans were always contactable if we needed anything. A great experience and we would love to stay again.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Toby D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Unbelievably beautiful house

The house is truly stunning and in an unbelievably beautiful mountain range with soaring hills speckled with lavender and idyllic streams for swimming. Viveca was amazing and we can’t wait to return…
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pieter S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely house in Extremadura

Had a great time in this wunderful house with spectacular views. Will return to enjoy again
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tania T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Todo está Perfecto

Puedo recomendar esta casa ! Hemos disfrutando mucho!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Esther C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

CASA DE CINE

La casa es tal y como aparece en las fotos, es maravillosa y totalmente equipada, hasta con despensa para cocinar. Aislada en plena naturaleza, hemos disfrutado mucho las noches de estrellas, se ven de lujo y qué decir de su fantástica chimenea. La llegada tiene un camino un poco peor pero merece la pena cuando llegas. Silencio, tranquilidad en un espacio idílico. Parece que estuvieras en una película. Hemos disfrutado muchísimo. La recomiendo totalmente.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Heerlijk verblijf!

Wij verbleven twee weken in dit geweldige huis. Deze villa heeft écht alles wat je op de foto's ziet en nog meer: een absurd groot terras dat steeds in de schaduw ligt, een droomuitzicht aan alle kanten van de woning, en een prachtig verfrissend zwembad omgeven door steeneiken en steeds goed onderhouden. De aanloop naar en communicatie tijdens onze reis verliep steeds hartelijk en vlekkeloos. Als je houdt van privacy en rust in een wondermooi stuk Spanje is dit echt wel the place to be. Heerlijk om elke ochtend naar Villanueva te rijden om verse producten, om vervolgens nog een koffietje te drinken op één van de gezellige terrasjes. Dan het zwembad in met de kids, boek lezen, wandelingetje maken, door de nabije bergbeekjes struinen, fietsen, lekker koken,... you name it. Ook voor uitstappen is deze streek ideaal. Je moet even rijden maar wij genoten van een dag Trujillo, Caceres, Placensia en een dag Béjar, Salamanca, Avila. Enfin, een aanrader!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Koen V., Eeklo

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Een vakantie op het ritme van de natuur

Deze woning zit in ons hart. Het deed pijn om te moeten vertrekken. De hittegolf maakte het zwembad alleen maar leuker. De uitdaging om enkel zonne-energie te gebruiken doet je nadenken over je voetafdruk. Terecht, in deze tijden
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Peter v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Summer week in May 2022

The design of this house is intriguing and beautiful, and this time of the year the gardens are in full bloom - just amazing. With warm weather we explored the footpath through the forest, that eventually turns into a track through the jungle and brings you in 20 minutes to a gorgeous spot in the Garganta where you can swim - it was our own private swimming pool amidst nature. Viveca has been kind and took care to make our stay great!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jorge R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Espectacular tal cual se anuncia

Magnifica casa con todas las comodidades para desconectar y disfrutar del silencio. Lastima que no era temporada de piscina para poder disfrutarla. Por parte de Viveca y Hanns todo han sido facilidades y pendientes de que nuestra estancia fuera perfecta
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jesus L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Un lujo

Es el “lugar”. Ese sitio donde por momentos piensas que la humanidad ha desaparecido. Un refugio para pensar, alejarte y, sobre todo, relajarte. La zona ofrece mucho, pero pensarás si merece la pena salir de allí. Gracias a Viveca y a Hanns por hacerme propietario de ese paraíso, aunque solo fuera por 3 días.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

MIGUEL R., Madrid

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutamente recomendable

Somos una familia con 2 niños de 11 y 13 años en marzo. Hemos disfrutado muchísimo de nuestra estancia. La casa es muy singular y acogedora, con una preciosa decoración y unas vistas excepcionales. Destaco también: la chimenea, la barbacoa y la parcela. El entorno es privilegiado donde se puede hacer senderismo, rutas guiadas a pie y a caballo, golf, visitar los pueblos con encanto de los alrededores, etc. Destaco la gastronomía con restaurantes que tienen platos muy creativos con productos de la zona. Cada vez que vamos, desconectamos y volvemos con las pilas cargadas. Como digo, muy recomendable
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

Erich W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Alles i.o.

Bis auf das sehr gedämpfte Licht war es sehr schön. Leider war es eher dunkel mit diesen Lampen. Das arbeiten in der Küche und die Abendtoilette waren extrem ungewohnt. Hier würden moderne LED Lampen genau richtig zum Einsatz gelangen. Der Solarbetrieb müsste in der Beschreibung deutlich erwähnt werden.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gerald W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Traumlage🌞🌞🌞🌞🌞

Wir können uns in jeder Hinsicht allen anderen Bewertungen anschließen. Wer Ruhe und Abgeschiedenheit in einer wunderschönen Landschaft mit allen Komfort sucht ist hier richtig. Das Haus wurde so perfekt in das Hanggrundstück integriert, dass im Hochsommer die überdachte Terrasse immer im Schatten liegt. Alles war perfekt organisiert von der Übergabe bis zur Abgabe durch die sehr freundliche Eigentümerin inkl. dem Luxus der Poolreinigung.
Stayed 17 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

José alfonso P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comodidad, vistas inmejorables, silencio en medio de la naturaleza

La estancia ha sido inmejorable, es el perfecto sitio para desconectar en un paraje inmejorable, en una casa de ensueño. Hicimos uso de la piscina y es una maravilla poder bañarte mientras ves la sierra de Gredos. Todas las comodidades y en un ambiente sostenible. La verdad, un placer.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Isabelle T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Maison idyllique en symbiose avec son environnement

Coup de coeur confirmé. Tout est incroyablement réel et si naturel. Merci Viveca pour ce merveilleux sejour.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Inés V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Veranear en la Vera

Estuvimos este verano pasando nuestras vacaciones en esta maravilla de casa, encontramos justo lo que buscábamos mi familia, nuestra perrita y yo, mucho espacio, lleno de naturaleza, tranquilidad, en una casa con unas vistas impresionantes y con todas las comodidades, a la que no le faltaba de nada, sobretodo mis hijos pequeños disfrutaron muchísimo de la piscina en la que estuvimos la mayor parte del tiempo. Por la noche aconsejo no perderse las estrellas, es todo un espectáculo en días en los que la luna no brilla mucho. Viveca estuvo pendiente en todo momento, nos dio todas las indicaciones con respecto de la casa para estar lo mejor posible. Esperamos volver en otra ocasión !

10/10 Excellent

Mario K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Een droomhuis met een geweldige ligging

Zeer mooi huis en van alle gemakken voorzien Groot zwembad. Een echte aanrader. Wij komen zeer zeker weer terug

About the host

Hosted by Viveca

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Why they chose this property

We fell in love with the Sierra de Gredos soon after arriving in Spain, when we would come out on weekends to go hiking. The dramatic rocky mountain peaks covered with snow until the summer, set against the palm trees and orange trees and other lush subtropical vegetation further down, and then the endless view of the Extremadura plains. Such a sense of space and of freedom! As soon as we could we bought a plot of land here, at easy walking distance from one of the Garganta Minchones, one of the area's best mountain rivers, and built the house of my dreams here. We hope you will be able to enjoy it as much as we do.

What makes this property unique

We built the house on a spot that has 360º views, of the high mountain peaks on the north, the endless Extremadura plains on the south with the Sierra de Guadalupe and the Montes de Toledo on the horizon at 50 km. distance, and the sensual and lush hills of La Vera area all around. The architects, an American married to a Swedish woman who lived and worked in Madrid for some years, managed to preserve this sense of all-around views by putting in many large floor to ceiling windows that make the house almost transparent. The light is absolutely magical, different at all times of the day, and the place radiates an incredible sense of peace and calm. The covered terrace is our actual living space, as the climate allows for all-year-round outdoor life. What we enjoy most are the summer nights out under the amazing starry skies, and the beautiful rockpools in the Garganta Minchones, where bathing in the mineral water pools to the sound of the waterfalls feels like being in an open-air spa.

Languages:

English, French, German, Spanish, Dutch