PORTUGUESE VILLA FOR RENT -

CASA IRVINE is a semi detached villa 2kms north of Albufeira town in a residential area but only a 20 minute walk to the sandy beaches and the famous “strip” for your restaurants, bars and cafes. Vilamoura is 20 minutes drive from the villa where you will find all the golf courses and the beautiful Vilamoura marina.

Located in Nerja, 45 miles east of Malaga, Casa Melon is in a small complex of a dozen or so attractive villa/apartments, 8 – 10 minutes walk from the chic restaurants and bars at Burriana Beach, and overlooking open countryside with the Almijara Mountains beyond.

Casa Melon comfortably sleeps a family of 4 (2 adults & 2 children) and comprises a Master bedroom, small second bedroom, bathroom, living room and kitchen, complete with ceramic hob/oven, large fridge-freezer, washing machine & dishwasher. The open plan living room contains both sofa and double sofa bed , as well as a separate dining area. The spacious terrace overlooks the shared pool and has beautiful open countryside views whilst there is a small garden to the front and secluded patio to the rear. Other facilities include satellite TV (BBC/ITV/Sky), micro system, hairdryer and barbecue.

Nerja is widely regarded as being the most pleasant resort on the Costa del Sol .
At some times of the year, flight prices Gatwick/Malaga can be as low as Ł45 return.
Ideal location for hill walking and there are some trail running opportunities

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