Living in the Guadalhorce Valley is a choice which many families make, who wish to shun the sparkly lights of the coast. For those preferring a quieter, and more traditional lifestyle, living in the Guadalhorce Valley is a fantastic option. Life is a little slower, the air is cleaner, and fresh bread is delivered to your house, daily in many towns.
When there is a surplus, your new neighbours may bring you some fresh seasonal fruit and vegetables. Yes, life truly is still like this in many of the towns and villages of the Guadalhorce Valley. In the summer evenings, the locals sit outside and catch up on the daily gossip and moan, reminisce and laugh about anything which comes to mind.
You will still have the options of beach days, nearby schools and plenty of shops for your day to day requirements. Within just 20-30 minutes of the coast, you will find that you can get lot more property for your budget and far less crowds..
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Click on the arrow. We look forward to working with you! Please provide a brief overview of the property which you wish to sell. There is an abundance of stunning white villages and towns with inland properties for sale between Malaga and Marbella. For families looking for a slice of ‘the real Spain’, the Guadalhorce Valley is as popular as anywhere in southern Spain. We have divided the Guadalhorce Valley into the north and south sides of the Guadalhorce River. Hopefully this will make your search for inland properties for sale a little easier. Alora, Pizarra and Cartama Estacion, all have train stations which link directly to Malaga. Trains also go to El Chorro, which is the base for the famous ‘King’s Walk‘ and the Guadalhorce lakes. From there they go to Bobadilla, near Antequera and onward to Madrid and the rest of Europe. All of the other towns and villages in the Guadalhorce Valley only have bus services. Alhaurin El Grande is one of the most popular inland villages, thanks to it’s great location. It is one of the few towns which has a walkable centre and a traditional laid back Andalucian appeal. It has always been a busy farming town and remains so today. Albeit one which offers all modern amenities and facilities. It is 40 minutes from Malaga and just 20 minutes from the beaches. 35 minutes from the airport View inland properties for sale in Alhaurin el Grande Alhaurin De La Torre is located closer to the airport and is nowadays, essentially a suburb of Malaga. Many local families commute into Malaga each day for work or schools each day. The town is quite spread out and consists of numerous hillside urbanizations, the town centre and rural areas. 12 minutes from the airport View inland properties for sale in Alhaurin De La Torre Cartama is actually two towns with Cartama itself on the south side of the river and Cartama Estacion on the north side. This small mountainside town is overlooked by the castle and the Hermitage of Nuestra Señora de los Remedios. The town of Cartama Estacion is a popular town with a thriving community. Here you will find lots of campo style fincas, many of which have excellent views of the valley, and even the sea. There is a weekly street market where you can buy all of your fresh fruit and vegetables. 19 minutes from the airport View inland properties for sale in Cartama. Casarabonela is located on the west side of the Guadalhorce Valley and within the area protected as a UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve of the Sierra de las Nieves Natural Park. The town has been in existence since Roman time and was then called Castra Vinaria (Wine Castle). The remaining walls of the Arabic Castle date back to the 9th Century. With a population of just under 3,000, Casarabonela remains a sleepy hillside idyll surrounded by over 1,000 years of fascinating history. 42 minutes from the airport View inland properties for sale in Casarabonela Coin is located west of Alhaurin El Grande and is a popular working town. Originally a market town based upon agriculture, Coin has now expanded to cover a large part of the western Guadalhorce Valley. The old town has retained it’s character, whilst fincas and citrus groves dot the outskirts. There are also a number of pool homoe and townhouse communities for those buyer who are looking for something more modern. You will find Lidl, Aldi, Carrefour and Mercadona supermarkets, plus a host of local stores in the town. 31 minutes from the airport View inland properties for sale in Coin Monda is located to the west of Coin, just off the main road to Ojen and Marbella. The stunning Monda castle – which is now a lovely hotel – stands high and proud above the town. From here you can cast your eye across the Guadalhorce Valley. 41 minutes from the airport View inland properties for sale in Monda Villafranco, which has recently been renamed Villa de Guadalhorce was originally a workers village and although the location is great, it always seemed a little under funded. In recent years, Alhaurin El Grande has incorporated Villafranco. We expect to see funds being allocated to the town, which will modernise the main areas as well as the incoming roads. 27 minutes from the airport View inland properties for sale in Villafranco – Villa de Guadalhorce Prehistoric cave paintings have been found in some caves in the town and there are Roman remains in the area as well. Almogia is located between the southern end of the Guadalhorce Valley and the old road to Antequera. It is a traditional mountain town which still thrives on almonds and olives. 33 minutes from the airport View inland properties for sale in Almogia Alora has been a popular destination for home buyers for the last 30-40 years. The rail connection to both Malaga and Antequera has allowed budding investors to take advantage of the increasing tourism in the area. Just 40 minutes from Malaga, Alora is a desired location for many commuters who appreciate returning home to a more rural ambience at the end of the day. 37 minutes from the airport View inland properties for sale in Alora El Senorio de Alora is a brand new residential project consisting of 45, 3 and 4 bedroom townhouses. All of these properties have terraces and small gardens. Ardales remains a rural town located just a short drive from Alora, the Guadalhorce Lakes and the Kings Walk at El Chorro. The Cave of Ardales contains pigments deposited by Middle Paleolithic Neanderthals about 64,800 years ago. Although the town itself was established during the muslim reign, it is safe to say that Ardales has been around for millennia. 45 minutes from the airport View inland properties for sale in Ardales Cartama Estacion, not to be confused with Cartama, is a lovely market town. There is a small train station which provides excellent access to Malaga and other towns in the Guadalhorce Valley. The Technological Park is just a short drive away for those working with on of the many international companies based there. Sunland International School is located on the outskirts of Cartama Estacion, in the direction of Pizzara. 24 minutes from the airport View inland properties for sale in Cartama Estacion Carratraca has been famous for its spa and natural sulphur water hot springs since Roman times. Known as the gateway to the Guadalhorce Valley, Carratraca has been a popular destination for hundreds of years by those visiting the Malaga area. 43 minutes from the airport View inland properties for sale in Carratraca Pizarra remains a working town located just a few minutes from Alora. There is a small train station which provides excellent access to Malaga and other towns in the Guadalhorce Valley. 29 minutes from the airport View inland properties for sale in Pizarra Valle del Abdalajis is located in the far north of the Guadalhorce Valley and borders Antequera. It is a small town of around 3,000 people, many of whom are still predominantly involved in agriculture. A number of the original properties date back to the 1500’s. It is a very popular destination for hang gliding, paragliding or balloon trips thanks to the reliable thermals in the area. In the mountains, which connect with the natural area of El Chorro, you will find species such as mountain goats, vultures, eagles, foxes and rabbits. 60 minutes from the airport View inland properties for sale in Valle del Abdalajis Alhaurin el Grande pool villa for sale in one of the most sought after areas and within walking distance of the town. Stunnning 4 bedroom, 4 bathroom townhouse in Alhaurin El Grande for sale. Are you ready or this family home? Have you tried a finca and gotten frustrated with the endless maintenance? Have you tried the coast and become fed up with the crowds and lack of parking? Villas Hugo in Alhaurin De La Torre is a boutique project of just 2 semi-detached villas. They are located in the sought after community of EL Lagar, a privileged area which connects with the countryside. La Calera is a new project of townhouses in Alhaurín de la Torre. In total there will be just 24 new build homes in this central location. The La Calera townhouses feature ground floor, first floor and basement layouts, and are designed with high-quality finishes for comfort and style. Santa Clara Village is a new project of just 8 semi0detached houses in Alhaurín de la Torre. The houses are located in the sought after area of Santa Clara. These homes are characterized by their avant-garde aesthetics and their impeccable design. The modernity and quality of their finishes stand out. Nadir Residencial is a new development of 73, 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments. Ideally located in Alhaurin de la Torre, near Malaga. This project combines the comfort of modern life with a direct connection to all the day-to-day services. Framed by a privileged natural environment, overlooking the hills and surrounded by tranquility. Nadir Residencial is a perfect location in Alhaurin de la Torre to call home. Al Aire Malaga 2 is a new promotion of stylish apartments in Cartama. The gated private urbanization, includes a communal pool, multipurpose room, gym and garden areas. The promotion consists of 48, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments over four floors (ground floor, first, second and penthouse). All floors have large terraces, a lot of light for their excellent orientation, and a magnificent distribution. The apartments have a parking space and a storage room included in the price, and with the possibility of acquiring additional parking and storage rooms. These new Los Nebrales bungalows are semi-detached modern homes are in a fantastic location, midway between Coin and Alhaurin El Grande. This is an idyllic countryside setting which remains close to all the conveniences. Living Valley is an exclusive promotion of just 11 new townhouses located in Cartama. Cartama Pueblo is located in a privileged natural environment of the Guadalhorce Valley. A stunning Alhaurin El Grande Country Estate for sale in one of the most sought after locations in the area. This property offers a 4 bedroom principle dwelling, plus two separate 1 bedroom casitas, each with it’s own entrance. You could utilise the entire property as your primary residence, or rent out the different properties to generate an income. Part of the land has been planted with avocado trees which will generate an extra annual income for the owner. .Living in Malaga | Living in Torremolinos | Living in Benalmadena | Living in Mijas | Living in Marbella | Living in San Pedro | Living in Estepona | Living Sotogrande | Living Inland | Living east of Malaga | Living in Rincon de la Victoria | Living in Velez Malaga | Living in Frigiliana | Living in Nerja | Living in Periana Where would you like to be? 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