Date of stay: March 2024
We stayed at Villa Avalon for two weeks at the end of March 2024. It was easy to locate the Villa from the directions provided and we were met by the local agent Suzie who showed us around the villa and left leaving us her contact details. Straight off, we were impressed with the size of the Villa and its location on the hill overlooking PUERTO de SANTIAGO. The views over the rooftops to the sea and La Gomera are stunning and made each evening watching the sunset a pleasure to enjoy.
We were impressed with the kitchen and dining facilities with every conceivable need catered for. From dishwasher to juice squeezer, this has been the most well equipped kitchen we’ve ever experienced in a rental. Although the bedrooms are situated downstairs with en suite and main bathroom, there is a bathroom on the main floor for use whilst in the main area. The lounge had ample seating and overlooks the view to the sea. TV was available and we picked up main UK stations as well as app stations. We spent most of our time outside in the pool area. The pool was warm and had 6 sturdy sun beds which were clean and comfortable. There is covered comfortable seating and a dining table which we used most lunchtimes and evenings. With an outdoor shower for the pool and plenty of towels provided and cold beers in the huge fridge, there was no better spot to unwind and relax. There is ample seating all round the villa with a secluded little patio which is shaded so two couples can have some private time. The gardens are extremely well maintained and we were present when the gardener attended twice during our stay.
The bedrooms are very comfortable with air con and each bed has a tempur style mattress. There is ample of storage space and plenty of hangars.
Overall the property is clean, well decorated and well maintained.
A short walk down the hill there is a supermarket and tapa bar above it. That bar is well worth a visit and the food is excellent. It may not look much from the front but in the late afternoon it transforms with views over the sea that are stunning whilst eating traditionally prepared food.
The property is set on a hill and the walk down to La Arena, Puerto de Santiago and Los Gigantes is not for the faint hearted especially if you plan to return the same way on foot. That said, each of those beach areas is a short taxi ride and buses do run regularly. The taxi fare for four was €4.50 each way so if you’re out for the evening it’s only a small additional cost. It’s well worth paying that because the villa is situated in a quiet and respectful area, away from all the hustle and bustle of holiday life. It’s truly a place that you can unwind in and relax. With a big Mercadona supermarket nearby it’s ideally placed for people needing a long, quiet sunny break.
We will definitely be back, and would have booked immediately had the dates been available. I’d advise, if it’s free when you want to use it, book it, you won’t be disappointed.