Firstly, why buy a property in a pueblo blanco? 

Pueblo blancos are exactly what they sound like: clusters of brilliant white villages dotted across Andalucía’s sun-drenched hills. Originally built as defensive outposts, their elevated positions now offer two far more attractive perks — sweeping views and cool breezes in the summer heat.

Life here is gloriously unhurried. The local calendar is powered by fiestas, siestas and strong community ties. Each village has its own legends, usually involving a castle, a saint, or an epic tale involving olives.

And the best part? Inland property prices are a fraction of those on the coast. Yet you’re rarely more than an hour from the beach — or a cold cerveza with your toes in the sand. For anyone chasing the ‘real’ Spain, this is as real as it gets.

A tiny castle in Arcos – Views, charm, and cobbled streets

A beautifully renovated one-bed townhouse tucked into the heart of Arcos' ancient old quarter, Casa Pajaro is a romantic slice of Andalusian life. Enjoy original stone arches, a charming roof terrace with views towards El Santiscal Lake, and all the tapas, plazas and history of this famous pueblo blanco on your doorstep.

Price: €69,995
Location: Arcos de la Frontera, Cádiz
Special features: Private roof terrace, wood-burning stove, spiral staircase, historic location
Close to: Shops, restaurants and historic attractions in Arcos; Sierra de Grazalema hiking; Jerez and Cádiz (under 1 hour by car); beaches 45 minutes away

Rustic dream in Sayalonga – secret gardens and sunny patios

This four-bedroom village house is the real deal – think jasmine-scented patios, original beams, and secret trapdoors. Set in the sleepy whitewashed streets of Sayalonga, it boasts an east-facing garden with olives and fruit trees, and fabulous mountain views. Add a splash pool, a glass of something cold, and you’re living the dream.

Price: €83,000
Location: Sayalonga, Málaga
Special features: Jasmine-filled front patio, garden with fruit trees, workshop and outbuildings, mountain views
Close to: Sayalonga town square; 30 minutes by car to the Costa del Sol beaches; 1 hour to Málaga city and airport

Cosy charmer in Jimena – rooftop views and rustic beams

This delightfully compact two-bed home sits high in the timeless white village of Jimena de la Frontera, famed for its castle and countryside. With wooden beams, a sunny private terrace and sweeping views over tiled rooftops and green hills, it’s a perfect escape for peace, wine, and Andalusian sunshine.

Price: €118,000
Location: Jimena de la Frontera, Cádiz
Special features: Private terrace, air conditioning, quiet traffic-free street, rustic beams
Close to: Castle of Jimena; hiking in Los Alcornocales Natural Park; 40 minutes by car to Sotogrande beaches; 1 hour to Gibraltar Airport

Moorish magic in Lanjarón – mosaics, gardens and spa-town charm

A riot of colour and craftsmanship, Casa Loza Dorada is a unique three-bed villa near Lanjarón’s famous spa waters. With dazzling ceramic details, Alpujarran soul, and Moorish flair in every corner, this is more than a house — it’s a love letter to Granada’s traditions. Olive groves and mountain air included.

Price: €159,000
Location: Lanjarón, Granada
Special features: Moorish-inspired architecture, ceramic and clay finishes, bright interiors, garden space
Close to: Lanjarón spa centre; hiking in the Alpujarras; 45 minutes by car to Granada city and airport

Grand townhouse in Alcalá – terraces, lemon trees and endless views

Casa Pérez is a sprawling four-bed home stitched into the history of Alcalá de los Gazules, a town wrapped in narrow streets and national parkland. Expect sun-baked roof terraces with countryside views, a leafy internal patio, and even your own lemon tree — all less than an hour from the beach.

Price: €235,000
Location: Alcalá de los Gazules, Cádiz
Special features: Two private roof terraces, internal patio, lemon tree, wood-burning stove
Close to: Alcornocales National Park; shops, restaurants and bars in Alcalá; 45 minutes by car to the Costa de la Luz; 1 hour 10 minutes to Jerez Airport

Business opportunity: prime plaza position

This savvy conversion in Cómpeta's bustling heart has already done the hard work for you. Currently operating as a successful B&B, it offers three stylish guest apartments (each with private terrace) plus separate owner's accommodation with its own entrance and patio. Located right on the square where the famous Noche del Vino festival unfolds, you couldn't ask for a more authentic pueblo blanco setting.

Price: €278,000
Location: Cómpeta, Málaga
Special features: Functioning B&B business, four self-contained apartments, solar hot water, air conditioning throughout, three terraces, high ceilings, separate owner's quarters, shared guest kitchen and dining room
Close to: Prime plaza location; walking distance to all village amenities; 45 minutes to Nerja beaches; 1 hour 15 minutes to Málaga Airport; 25 minutes to Vélez-Málaga

Mountain magic in Árchez – swimming pool, mangoes and rooftop sunsets

This charming three-bed finca sits amid lush countryside just outside the whitewashed village of Árchez. With a riverside setting, organic fruit orchards, a rooftop terrace and a cooling pool, it’s the perfect rural escape. Grow avocados by day, sip wine under the stars by night — all just 30 minutes from the beach.

Price: €295,000
Location: Árchez, Málaga
Special features: Private pool, rooftop terrace, organic fruit trees, wood-burning stove
Close to: Árchez village; 30 minutes by car to the Costa del Sol beaches; 1 hour to Málaga Airport

Sierra sunsets in Prado del Rey – pool, orchard and endless skies

This four-bed country house offers big skies, big gardens and even bigger potential. Set on a tranquil plot near Prado del Rey and El Bosque, it comes with its own orchard, sparkling pool and outdoor kitchen for all your late-night fiestas. Plus, you’ll have the Sierra de Grazalema practically on your doorstep.

Price: €320,000
Location: Prado del Rey, Cádiz
Special features: Private pool, orchard and fruit trees, outdoor kitchen, multiple storerooms
Close to: Prado del Rey and El Bosque villages; Sierra de Grazalema Natural Park; 1 hour 15 minutes to Jerez Airport

Mango dreams in Benamargosa – orchards, sea glimpses and sweet seclusion

Hidden in a mango-scented valley near Benamargosa, this immaculate three-bed country house offers peace, privacy and a small annual income from your very own plantation. With lush gardens, sea views, a BBQ patio and level land, it’s your very own slice of Spanish self-sufficiency — with the beach just a short drive away.

Price: €350,000
Location: Benamargosa, Málaga
Special features: Mango plantation, sea and mountain views, BBQ area, covered terrace
Close to: Benamargosa village; 30 minutes by car to the Costa del Sol; 1 hour to Málaga Airport

Secret courtyard living in Vejer – terraces, views and old-world charm

Tucked just steps from Vejer’s famous Plaza de España, Casa Asturias is a rare find. With a flower-filled courtyard, sunny roof terrace, and bundles of Andalusian character, this four-bed townhouse is perfect for lazy village life — or easily split into two apartments if you fancy a side hustle.

Price: €350,000
Location: Vejer de la Frontera, Cádiz
Special features: Private courtyard, roof terrace with countryside views, flexible layout, tourism licence
Close to: Plaza de España; 15 minutes by car to El Palmar and Los Caños de Meca beaches; 50 minutes to Cádiz city

Hillside haven in Frigiliana – terraces, sea views and a secret apartment

This four-bed townhouse on the edge of gorgeous Frigiliana is packed with surprises — private terraces, a hidden guest apartment, and shimmering coastal views over Nerja. With access to a leafy communal pool and sleek interiors, it’s part Mediterranean dream home, part clever investment. Bonus: parking space included.

Price: €415,000
Location: Frigiliana, Málaga
Special features: Multiple private terraces, separate guest apartment, communal pool, allocated parking
Close to: Frigiliana village; 10 minutes by car to Nerja beaches; 50 minutes to Málaga Airport

Garden paradise in Cómpeta – mountain views and a year-round pool

In a lush private garden just outside Cómpeta’s buzzy centre, this charming three-bed villa wraps you in lemon-scented air and unbeatable Mediterranean views. Relax by the solar-heated pool, dine under the covered terrace, or ramble straight into the neighbouring nature park. Pure Spanish escapism — with creature comforts.

Price: €449,000
Location: Cómpeta, Málaga
Special features: Private heated pool, panoramic mountain and sea views, multiple terraces, landscaped gardens
Close to: Cómpeta village; walking trails in Sierras de Tejeda natural park; 30 minutes by car to the Costa del Sol

Grand village house in Pinos del Valle – pool, patio and B&B dreams

In the heart of the lush Lecrín Valley, this gorgeous 250-year-old house wraps seven bedrooms around a flower-filled courtyard and rooftop terrace. Already a successful boutique B&B, it comes with a splash pool, views to the Sierra Nevada, and a bonus olive grove. Bring your dream life — and maybe your guests.

Price: €485,000
Location: Pinos del Valle, Granada
Special features: Private splash pool, large roof terrace, registered tourism licence, separate plot with olive trees
Close to: Lecrín Valley villages; 30 minutes by car to Granada; 25 minutes to Costa Tropical beaches

Sea-view luxury in Salobreña – sleek villa with pool and tennis courts

Perched above the Mediterranean in Salobreña’s Monte de los Almendros, this three-bed villa serves up sea views, a private pool, and chic interiors. Communal gardens, sports courts and a quick dash to the beach seal the deal. Ideal for sunny getaways — or simply staying forever.

Price: €670,000
Location: Salobreña, Granada
Special features: Private pool, sea and mountain views, communal tennis courts and gardens, parking
Close to: Beaches of Salobreña; 45 minutes by car to Granada city and airport; 1 hour 10 minutes to Málaga Airport

Historic estate in Ronda – olive groves, a chapel and endless charm

This vast 18th-century farmhouse on the edge of Ronda feels like stepping into a Spanish fairy tale. With ancient olive mills, private springs, two swimming pools, and enough land to lose yourself in, it's an unrivalled slice of Andalusian heritage — perfect for grand living, wine-making, or dreamlike retreats.

Price: €2,800,000
Location: Ronda, Málaga
Special features: Historic chapel, two pools, private springs, 179,000m² of land, guest house
Close to: 5 minutes by car to Ronda city centre; 1 hour to Málaga and Seville airports