Holiday rentals and lettings in Alhaurín El Grande

Between mountains and sea, Alhaurín El Grande enjoys a unique location in Marbella. If you're thinking of having a cultural experience in Andalusia near the sea, then Alhaurín is the place to be. This area is located about 30 minutes inland from the beach and provides great opportunities to explore the countryside, history and cuisine of Andalusia. Most of the holiday rentals are located throughout Alhaurín's lush countryside.

Complete with intricate Spanish architecture and lovely interior design, each Alhaurín El Grande rental is a work of art. You will be pleased with the self-catering amenities including a fully equipped kitchen, swimming pool, and porch/terrace. Enjoy breath-taking views of the mountains as you lounge by the pool. Have a relaxing stroll through the tropical gardens or play sports on the lawn. Perfect for couples, families and large groups, these rentals will not disappoint!

Alhaurín El Grande is a great place to visit for culture and history lovers looking to get away from the crowds. It's sister town Alhaurín de la Torre, however, is only a 30 minute drive away and that's where you'll find the beaches. The nearest airport to Alhaurín is Málaga which is also only 30 minutes away. The most famous site that you're bound to come across is the Church of Nuestra Señora de la Encarnación located right in the centre of town. There are also the shrines of San Sebastian and Santa Vera Cruz that become especially important during Holy Week.

Alhaurín El Grande, also known as El Grande to locals, has everything you need. To find interesting shops, artisan crafts, restaurants and bars, head over to Bar Aguamania in Coin. Seafood, rice and tapas are staples here, but you can also find international and fusion cuisine. Some restaurants, like Santiago's Kitchen, may even be able to accommodate gluten free patrons. There are a few good bars, like Kanadian, that host live entertainment on the weekends. However, if you're looking for a livelier nightlife scene, then you might want to head over to Málaga or Fuengirola.

If you are a history admirer, then El Grande may hold a special fascination for you. El Grande was already established prior to the arrival of the Romans and still holds traces from the Neolithic Period. It was then known as Lauro Nova. Things went slightly downhill when the Visigoths came. When the Moors took over they gave the town its current name, Alhaurín El Grande and established the Fahala Fort. Other historical sites worth visiting include the Hurique Watchtower, the Arco del Cobertizo and the Moorish Cork Mill.

Adventurous travellers will love the variety of trails and activities there are to explore. For starters, either trek or cycle your way across the breath-taking Sierra de Mijas through the Fuente del Acebuche Route. You can find more information at the Lauro Golf Course as well as recreational activities like bowl, paddle tennis and horseback riding. Golfers will love the grounds and services available at both Lauro Golf course and Alhaurín Golf Club. For more golf clubs, head to Mijas. Travellers who just want to take a garden stroll should head to Freedom Park, El Grande's latest green area.

Wandering through the Sierra de Mija is a great way to explore the area. For starters, head over to the Lauro Golf Course to book your excursion through the Fuente del Acebuche Route with fresh air and abundant greenery.

Alhaurín's countryside is full of flourishing olive groves, oaks, pine trees and an impressive agricultural community. To get to know the green side of Alhaurín deeper, it is worth it to visit the Agricultural Museum which is home to farming tools and husbandry techniques dating back as far as the 1870s.

While in El Grande you might as well visit the famous Costa del Sol, just 30 minutes away. For a lively beach with loads of nightlife, restaurants and infrastructure, hang out at Fuengirola. To see where the rich like to hang out, head over to Marbella. Another popular choice on the way to Fuengirola is Cabopino Beach. To enjoy the beaches before the crowds roll in, visit in May.

Every August something magical happens. The "El Porton Jazz Festival" comes to town bringing troves of talent in all its glory. Music lovers will appreciate this internationally acclaimed event.

Are you an olive oil connoisseur who has ever wondered how this gift from the olive tree was produced before modern mechanisms for its production were introduced? Then you must visit Molino de la Paca where you will learn everything there is to know about olive oil production.