The villa is set in beautiful gardens full of fruit trees, herbs, flowers and extremely well equipped for a family holiday. The pool is brilliant to cool off in and big enough for swimming a few lengths. The kids thought the satellite tv, netflix and wifi were great to escape the afternoon heat with a film and siesta.
Antonio's parents gave us a warm welcome and showed us around the property, which is large. They even provided some local supplies which was very kind. If you have ever used Gites de France, it was like arriving at the best of them. The kitchen is very well equipped and stocked with plenty of useful items, so your first nip to the local shop only needs to be for food and treats.
There are several shops and restaurants within easy walking distance. The beaches at Salabrena and Motril are about a 30 minute drive away (there's a massive Acampo/ Auchan at Motril if you crave a hypermarket). Pretty mountain villages about the same drive time in the opposite direction with fabulous views and steep, twisty roads which are great if you like driving, although not so good if the kids in the back are prone to travel sickness. Alhambra is about an hour away, is very well signposted and easy to find. Best to buy tickets in advance on line though and go early or in the evening to avoid the afternoon heat.
All in all, the best villa we've been to.