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It feels like the home to an Incan deity, while its arrival reminded of a scene in Eyes Wide Shut.
Cortijo del Canto was designed by an Argentinian Architect, but Stanley Kubrick no doubt would have approved of this world of the rich.
It is a combination of an Andalucian Cortijo and a South American Estancia. This is the best place to stay when in Ronda.
Robert de Niro has been a guest at this huge estate ten miles from the city.
Puente Romano, Marbella’s most exclusive hotel chain, has taken over this world of fantasy.
It is a place where you can sink in and feel like you’ve never left. The grounds are lush with vines, oaks, and centenario trees.
The six bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms are arranged around a courtyard full of African lilies.
While its myrtle hedges pay homage to the Alhambra and its matching pots, the true colours of Andalucia are the terracotta colors and matching pots.
It was the brainchild of architect Paco Guillen who, after moving to Marbella in 1981 from Buenos Aires, had a nearly blank slate two decades ago when he began working on it.
Mixing what he learnt from the University of Buenos Aires, his design philosophy is rooted in the concept of ‘silent luxury’, as he describes it.
This principle combines minimalism, functionality, and the integration of natural surroundings. It means that a building can’t just be aesthetically pleasing, but it must also cater to its visitors.
It certainly does. The open areas are beautifully designed, and the TVs and sound systems are all hidden behind screens. In winter, the heating system is incredibly comforting.
The kitchen, dining room and fridges are all stocked with snacks and drinks. There’s also an open fireplace and candles.
The wine cellar is the most interesting discovery.
Part of an ancient farmhouse, which officially dates back to 1920, it is a huge underground water deposit – known as an aljibe in Arabic times – with a spiral staircase leading down to a giant circular rack of vintage wines, many from France.
Set across 16 hectares, the ‘resort’ also counts on a delightful pool, cinema and its own vineyard.
Heredad del Canto, a 300-hectare estate with its own school, train station, and school for children of workers, was once a huge estate.
There are many walks on the grounds. You can also borrow bikes and arrange a driver who will take you to nearby Ronda.
On request, a butler service can be provided. A chef and masseur are also available. You can also treat your guests to private shows like flamenco, olive-oil tastings, or yoga.
The manager says, “You are free to make as much noise here as you like.” Nobody will listen and nobody will complain.
Costing from €10,000 a night – depending on the season – one would certainly hope so.
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