We noticed that you're using an unsupported browser. The Tripadvisor website may not display properly.We support the following browsers:
Windows: Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox, Google Chrome. Mac: Safari.

Lemon Tree

50
Want exclusive deal alerts, booking reminders, and quicker checkout?
Sign in now
→
  • Private walled garden with own plunge pool
  • Private walled garden with own plunge pool
  • Private walled garden with own plunge pool
Two al fresco dining areas
Large kitchen with feature arch
Master Bedroom
Overview
2 bedrooms
1 bathroom
4 guests
Minimum stay varies 
The minimum stay for this property changes depending on the dates selected
OFFICIAL LETTING LICENCE NO. VFT/MA/03277 Lemon Tree Apartment. Authentic Spanish holiday experience in historic Antequera, just 40 minutes from the coast & inland lakes. Lovely very large split level apartment with private courtyard (lemon tree), plunge pool: for summer use, outside eating areas. Designed in authentic Castillian style throughout. Enormous 'farmhouse' kitchen with bar & seating for 6. Ideal for couples or families. Kitchen includes: catering style 5 hob / oven; washing machine; dishwasher; micro/oven/grill; large fridge/freezer. Airconditioning in both bedrooms, with UV protective double glazing for extra cool in the Summer. Plenty of high power stand up portable fans in the living area plus double ceiling fans in the kitchen. Warm air heating and Eco central heati...OFFICIAL LETTING LICENCE NO. VFT/MA/03277 Lemon Tree Apartment. Authentic Spanish holiday experience in historic Antequera, just 40 minutes from the coast & inland lakes. Lovely very large split level apartment with private courtyard (lemon tree), plunge pool: for summer use, outside eating areas. Designed in authentic Castillian style throughout. Enormous 'farmhouse' kitchen with bar & seating for 6. Ideal for couples or families. Kitchen includes: catering style 5 hob / oven; washing machine; dishwasher; micro/oven/grill; large fridge/freezer. Airconditioning in both bedrooms, with UV protective double glazing for extra cool in the Summer. Plenty of high power stand up portable fans in the living area plus double ceiling fans in the kitchen. Warm air heating and Eco central heating (bathroom) for the Winter period, with high tog king size duvets provided. Flat screen TV, WiFi, MP3 player. Small DVD library plus extensive English book library. Chemist, groceries, café, & magnificent church of San Juan just around corner. Further café with outside seating 3 mins walk facing beautiful 17th century chapel with exterior fresco. Free on street parking available outside Lemon Tree, and public parking throughout the town. A perfect private setting with all amenities of town at your disposal. Antequera has ample supermarkets, plentiful bars, cafés and restaurants. The historic atmosphere of the town is all around you wherever you walk. Easy car, train or coach access to Seville, Granada, Cordoba, Ronda, and just 40 minutes from Malaga airport (50 minutes from Granada airport). The beautiful Ardales lakes, El Chorro gorge, and Caminitio del Rey are a 40 minute drive. The World Heritage elected Dolmenes tombs are on the edge of the town. Torcal Mountains Natural Park 15 minutes by car. Most sports available, and lovely walks in the surrounding area. Family run, with plenty of local and regional information available, including maps. Melanie and Rupert look forward to welcoming you. Tourist License / Licencia de turismo N °: VFT/MA/03277
House Rules
Pets not allowedKid friendlyNo smoking
Bedrooms
1 Queen1 Full
Bathrooms
1 Full bath
Meet the host
Rupert Hocking M
Hosting since April 2008
Languages spoken: English, Spanish
Response Rate: 100%
Response Time: Within a few hours
See more properties from this host
Contribute
Reviews (50)
MandRJeffery
MandRJeffery
Cambridge, United Kingdom5 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Nothing sour in this Lemon Tree!
Delightful, comfortable apartment in the old town near the citadel. Best equipped kitchen I've ever had in a rental property. Small patio with space to eat and relax. We were just two so plenty of space for us. The plunge pool was very chilly by the end of September! Parking was tricky on occasions as there's no parking immediately outside and surrounding streets are steep and narrow. Several small 'corner' shops nearby and a large Mercadona in town. Be prepared to walk up and down hill a lot! Plenty to see in and around Antequera if you like churches, architecture, history, stunning scenery and geology. Do visit El Torqual (free) and if you don't mind heights, the El Chorro gorge and Caminata del la Ray - but book ahead it's v popular.
Visited October 2023
Written October 15, 2023. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Kenneth J
Kenneth J
Vejle, Denmark2 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Fuldstændig fantastisk sted
Vi boede i det skønne Lemon Tree i 16 dage og nød hvert sekund i det dejlige hus. Vi boede i Melanie og Ruperts andet hus i byen (Castle View) for 2 år siden, og det var også rigtig dejligt. For det første er Melanie og Rupert meget imødekommende og super søde, og har begge gange sørget for, at der var forsyninger i køleskabet ved ankomst, da vi altid lander sent i Malaga og først er ankommet til huset først på natten. Huset er rent og pænt. Alt er i den skønneste orden, og der mangler ikke noget. Huset er udstyret med alt hvad vi skal bruge på vores ferie. Alt virker. Haven med pool er et helt kapitel for sig selv. Vi elskede at opholde os der. Morgenmaden under citrontræet var den bedste start på dagen. Og den dejlige pool var bare skøn, når varmen overmandede os i løbet af dagen. Melanie og Rupert er gode til at anbefale ture eller gode restauranter og cafeer. Antequera som by er bare hyggelig og rar. Hvis man ønsker en stille, rolig og hyggelig ferie med lokal stemning i en by hvor lokalbefolkningen er vildt imødekommende, og med butikker, cafeer og restauranter der yder en super service, så er det bare stedet. Vi ved bare med sikkerhed at vi skal afsted igen, når der er ro omkring Covid 19. Og det bliver med sikkerhed i Lemon Tree. Den allerbedste anbefaling herfra. I vil ikke blive skuffet. Vi glæder os allerede helt vildt til næste besøg. Vi savner så meget at sidde i den skønne have og nyde et koldt glas hvidvin.
Visited July 2020
Written October 8, 2020. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Freedom02197362005
Freedom02197362005
1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Lovely apartment in a great location
We really enjoyed our stay in the Lemon Tree. Nicely positioned on the edge of this lovely town, 10 minutes walk to the Alcazaba. The apartment is spacious and comfortable with that special Spanish feel to it. The patio with pool and lemon tree is a most pleasant place to relax. The apartment was very clean and had everything we needed. Rupert was very helpful in providing a map and pointing out restaurants, the best supermarket from where we could get a taxi back and an "ambling" route into town. He also booked a taxi for our departure. There are many interesting things to see in the town and area and all the people we came into contact with were very helpful such as the lady in the Tourist Office who booked us a taxi to El Torcal. Over the years we have been fortunate to visit many place in Andalucia and this is one of our favourites. Ten out of ten in our opinion.All our thanks to Rupert and Melanie.
Visited October 2019
Written October 26, 2019. This review is the subjective opinion of an individual traveler and not of Tripadvisor LLC nor of its partners. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Fiona G
Fiona G
Ayr, United Kingdom1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Just lovely
Our first impression on arrival was that the Lemon Tree was spotlessly clean and smelled wonderfully fresh. It is tastefully decorated (a lovely Spanish feel to it) and has all the amenities you could want for a self catering holiday. The kitchen is well equipped and we put it to good use during our stay. We enjoyed the plunge pool, it is great for cooling you down when it gets too hot and scooping out any wee flies/ants that had ended up on the surface overnight became part of our daily routine and was not a problem at all. As others have mentioned, Antequera is hilly (very hilly). We didn't have a car, so we walked to the Mercadona supermarket, which took us around 15 minutes. It would have been too difficult a walk back loaded with shopping but there is a taxi rank right outside the supermarket and we got a taxi back at a cost of 5 euros - well worth it. There is also a little corner shop close by, which was handy to pop to when we needed to top up on supplies. Although we don't speak Spanish, we got by and everyone we encountered was pleasant and friendly. Rupert and Melanie were informative, helpful hosts and organised taxi transfers from and to the airport for us, which we appreciated. If you decide to book the Lemon Tree, you won't be disappointed. It is a lovely property to relax in, which is clearly well maintained. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Visited September 2019
Written September 22, 2019. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Michael W
Michael W
Bayreuth, Germany2 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Sehr schöne Unterkunft
Das Apartment war sehr schön, blitzsauber und sehr gut ausgestattet. Antequera ist ein guter Ausgangspunkt für Tagestrips aber auch selbst ein lohnendes Ziel. Vielen Dank an Melanie und Rupert für die vielen Infos!
Visited December 2018
Written January 1, 2019. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Shirley
Shirley
30 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Lovely spacious apartment in a good location
We stayed at Lemon Tree for about 9 days in November. Unfortunately we didn’t have the best of weather as it was cool with quite a lot of rain but it was very good to have such a comfortable base given the poor weather. Rupert and Mel were very friendly and helpful but never intrusive. The apartment was well equipped with everything you could possibly need and the heaters made it warm and cosy. Antequera is an interesting town and it makes a good base for visiting Cordoba and Ronda. Definitely recommended.
Visited November 2018
Written November 28, 2018. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Heidi
Heidi
Rome, Italy1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Eine wunderbare Wohnung
Die Unterkunft "Lemon Tree" kann ich wärmstens empfehlen. Sie befindet sich nahe des Zentrums von Antequera, das zu Fuß gut erreichbar ist; trotzdem ist die Wohnung absolut ruhig. Parkplätze sind in unmittelbarer Nähe stets ausreichend vorhanden. Die Besitzer haben das Appartement wunderschön, mit viel Geschmack und stilgerecht eingerichtet. Ein absolutes Highlight ist die wunderschöne Terrasse, die von niemandem einsehbar ist. Unter dem Zitronenbaum kann man wunderbar entspannen oder sich im Tauchbecken abkühlen. Die Wohnung ist mit allen Annehmlichkeiten ausgestattet. Die Besitzer sind äußerst herzlich und sehr um ihre Gäste bemüht. - Nochmals ganz herzlichen Dank für die Gastfreundschaft und den tollen Aufenthalt!!
Visited September 2018
Written November 8, 2018. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Salwakefield
Salwakefield
Wakefield, United Kingdom
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Beautiful!!!
Just returned from a lovely stay at the lemon tree. The house is spacious and spotlessly clean, gorgeous big farmhouse kitchen, with every amenity you will need. Air con in bedrooms and lounge area which was greatly appreciated and 2 ceiling fans in the kitchen which worked well. Beautiful and private courtyard, with sun loungers, tables and chairs for outside dining. Full sunshine all day around the pool which was lovely but also shaded areas if needed. The plunge pool was lovely and very much needed in the summer months. I did note from a previous review that they didn’t use the pool due to insects, this was certainly no issue to us. We used the net when needed to clean leaves and insects which is to be expected with an outside pool. We hired a car for the full duration to enable us to explore the surrounding areas. Rupert & Melanie (owners) are very much knowledgeable of the local area and happy to share their knowledge to enable us to have some fantastic days out. Never had any issues with parking, plenty of spaces close to the apartment. There are lots of restaurants nearby and within walking distance, people with mobility issues may struggle due to the hilly surroundings. Taxis are available to and from town which cost approximately €5 if needed. It was our first visit but hopefully not our last. Thank you Rupert & Melanie for allowing us to stay at the lemon tree. Take care Sonia, barry & lewis
Visited August 2018
Written September 6, 2018. This review is the subjective opinion of an individual traveler and not of Tripadvisor LLC nor of its partners. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Judh
Judh
Preston, United Kingdom40 contributions
3.0 of 5 bubbles
Lovely house
The house and garden are well equipped but we found it difficult to find by car and parking can be difficult. It is in a residential area and unfortunately very noisy with dogs barking throughout the night. The pool looked nice but we didn't want to use it because it was always full of insects evenn though we tried to clear them with the pool net. There are lovely views when you walk into town but as Antequera is a hilly place, it isn't an easy walk. However we got used to it as that was where most of the restaurants were.
Visited June 2018
Written August 12, 2018. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
554Dick
554Dick
Lincoln, United Kingdom3 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
The hidden jewel of Andalusia
Lemon Tree is a truly authentic Spanish apartment in the unspoilt city of Antequera. It is situated in the centre of Andalusia which makes it the perfect base to also explore Seville, Cordoba, Granada and Malaga. Antequera itself is steeped in history, not least because of its occupation by the Romans and later the Moors which has left it with rich architecture and unique flavour. Antequera is a fairly affluent city, unspoilt by mass tourism. It is spotlessly clean with very helpful and friendly residents. Be prepared, though, that English is not widely spoken and whilst a lot of fun can be had making each other understood, a basic knowledge of Spanish would be helpful. Good quality restaurants and bars are plentiful, but these offer very traditional food. Antequera is not for you if you are seeking a typically English diet. Lemon Tree is situated on the hill side on the edge of the old part of this small Spanish city, but don't be fooled by reference to 'city'. You can walk from one side to the other in ½ hour. It is a very well appointed ground floor appointment with its own enclosed courtyard in a very quiet residential area. It is furnished and equipped to a very high standard for both summer and winter occupation and it offers very relaxing and private surroundings. It offers peace and tranquillity for those who just want to relax with a book by the pool and enjoy alfresco dining, or comfortable surroundings as a base from which to explore further afield. The owner's, Rupert and Melanie, who live in the apartment above, couldn't be more welcoming and are always there to help if needed but are never intrusive. We celebrated our Ruby Wedding Anniversary whilst there and Rupert was more than happy to recommend the best restaurants in the area to celebrate. Lemon Tree is, perhaps, not best suited to you if you have mobility issues because of some of the steep inclines. We cannot recommend Lemon Tree too highly (and yes there really is a lemon tree in the courtyard). It offered us everything we wanted from our holiday and more and we can't wait to go back.
Visited June 2018
Written July 29, 2018. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
2
…
Showing results 1-10 of 50
What this rental offers
Outdoor amenities
  • Patio
  • Private outdoor pool (unheated)
  • Private yard
Things to do
  • Fishing spots available
  • Cycling areas
Wi-fi and internet
  • Wi-fi
Kitchen and dining
  • Grill
  • Dishwasher
  • Freezer
  • Refrigerator
  • Kettle
  • Microwave
  • Stove
  • Toaster
Parking
  • Parking available
Entertainment
  • DVD player
  • Stereo system
  • Television
Nearby
  • Golf course (within 30 mins drive)
  • Golf course (within 15 min walk)
  • Horse riding facilities
  • Tennis court
  • Hiking areas
Indoor amenities
  • Air conditioning
  • Internet access
Property features
  • Ceiling Fans
Location info
  • Kid friendly
  • City getaway
Bathroom and laundry
  • Iron
  • Linens provided
  • Towels provided
  • Washer
Availability
S
M
T
W
T
F
S

September 2024

S
M
T
W
T
F
S
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
1
2
3
4
5

October 2024

S
M
T
W
T
F
S
29
30
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
1
2
Map
Getting there
Malaga Airport
23.8 mi
Granada Airport
44.6 mi
Restaurants
Restaurante Leila
5 min
Sal y Pimienta
5 min
Taberna el Rincón de Lola
5 min
Meson Hace Buche
5 min
Attractions
Alcazaba de Antequera
2 min • Historic Sites
El Carmen Church
6 min • Churches & Cathedrals
Municipal Museum of Antequera
5 min • Art Museums
Colegiata de Santa Maria la Mayor
4 min • Religious Sites
About the neighborhood
Perfect for couples or families. Situated in the historical residential area of San Juan, offering tranquillity and privacy, yet is so close to the town centre. San Juan has the advantage of readily accessible local amenities, wonderful views of the Torcal mountains, and inspiring country or town walks on the doorstep. San Juan is the patron saint of Antequera and the magnificent church (30 seconds walk) thus an important one for the town. The castle overlooks the house and the entrance is a 4 minute stroll away. Here too is the awesome Santa Maria church with a superb restaurant in the plaza in front for al fresco or indoor dining with views of the famous Peña mountain and the towns Roman ruins. Uniquely designed for comfort, space, and privacy, ideally situated to offer the best of Antequera, for a short holiday or long stay. Antequera boasts an excellent all year round microclimate, backdrop of the Torcal mountains & nature reserve. Tranquility, rich history, lovely walks, sports & leisure. Easy drive or coach ride to Malaga, Cordoba, Ronda, Seville, Granada, Sierra Nevada ski resorts. Everything in Antequera is walkable from the house: wonderful historic architecture & culture, abundant cafes/bars/restaurants, quality shops, weekly market, public outdoor and indoor pool, sports centre, golf course, colourful nightlife. Nearby wolf refuge/zoo. Luxury Spanish living with town just a stroll away. Golf - Antequera Golf Course is a 5 minute drive away. Lovely club house and restaurant in beautiful surroundings. All the renowned golf courses of the Costa del Sol are available for a day trip out. Costa/beach - The beaches of the Costa del Sol are reachable in a 35 drive starting with Malaga and Torremolinos. There are beautiful lakes within a 40 minute drive, offering bathing, fishing, pedalos, and stunning scenery. Ventas offer dining, or take a picnic and relax under the shade of pine trees.
Access
Car not needed
How to get there
Malaga airport is 45 minutes drive by car. Coach service, train, or taxis are available. Granada airport is 50 minutes drive away. Coach, train and taxis available. Private hire car is available from both airports.
Activities nearby
Fishing spots availableGolf course (within 30 mins drive)Golf course (within 15 min walk)Horse riding facilitiesTennis court
Things to know
Check in / out timings
Check in after 4 PM • Check out by 11 AM
Cancellation policy
  • 100% refund within 24 hours after booking (provided the stay is at least 60 days away).
  • 50% refund* if you cancel at least 8 weeks before check-in
  • 25% refund* if you cancel at least 4 weeks before check-in
  • No refund available once booking is confirmed
Notes from owner
Please note: these prices may exclude fees and can vary depending on when you stay and how long for. Prices are also subject to change at the advertiser’s discretion.
About this property
First, check the Availability tab on this page to see if your dates are available. If they are, contact the owner via the Tripadvisor Rental Inbox to confirm availability.
Initially, you may contact the owner via the Tripadvisor Rental Inbox. This inbox is created after you send your first message or booking request to the owner. After you've made your first payment, you'll be able to see the owner's contact information.
This owner will contact you via the Tripadvisor Rental Inbox.
You can send another message via the Tripadvisor Rental Inbox to ask if the property is still available.
For this property, please use a credit card to pay via the Tripadvisor Rental Inbox. Once the owner approves your stay, he or she will send you a quote, which will include payment instructions.
Yes. Payments made via the Tripadvisor inbox are covered by our Payment Protection.
View all property FAQs
Still can't find what you're looking for?
More Beach destinations:
Nerja Villas (658)
Adeje Villas (1,865)
More Outdoor destinations:
This property is affiliated with   /img2/vacationrentals/brand_refresh/HL_Supplier_Logo.svg   All bookings are direct with the owner
Property #HL222123787
Frequently Asked Questions about Lemon Tree
Lemon Tree is able to accommodate up to 4 guests. See all property details.
Lemon Tree has one bathroom available. See all property details.
Lemon Tree has 2 bedrooms available. See all property details.

Lemon Tree UPDATED 2024: 2 Bedroom Apartment in Antequera with Private Outdoor Pool (Unheated) and Air Conditioning - Tripadvisor

Things to DoRestaurantsFlightsTravel StoriesCruisesRental Cars