Le Grande Maison is a wonderful home, a few blocks from the beach at El Palo and a quick drive (15 minutes) to shopping districts and old town.
With its marvelously high ceilings, it stayed cool even in the summer heat. Our group of nine had more than ample enough space, both to enjoy each others company and have time alone, in such a large house. We spent our week relaxing in the gardens, reading in the parlor, giving impromptu concerts in the music salon (guitarists and pianists will both be happy to find instruments), and playing at the beach. We were happy to find beach essentials like umbrellas and towels available.
The house has a well equipped modern kitchen with a dishwasher, excellent laundry machine, and plenty of space outside for line drying. And also the sweetest kitty, who is indoor/outdoor, and did very well with out children's attention.
It's a wonderful place for readers, with an abundance of books in several languages on many subjects. As a historian, I appreciated both the splendor of the house and history of its former occupants. Michel, who manages the home with his brother Jean-Marc, was truly a delight to chat with about his family's life in Malaga over the last century and a half, and knowledgeable in giving us tips on getting around and what to see. Both gentleman are easy to get in touch with should the need arise during your stay. We look forward to coming back.