A holiday in Lake Vinuela, inland from the Costa del Sol coast, will give you a whole new experience of this popular destination. Just a few minutes drive from the busy coast, yet surrounded by lovely countryside with fabulous mountain views and set amongst ancient villages and towns which time has passed by.

Typical of this area is the lovely Lake Vinuela, named after the small Andalucian village of Vinuela near the junction of the three rivers Velez, Guaro and Seco, which were dammed to create this huge spectacular lake. Lake Vinuela, in Axarquia, is set in the heart of some of the most spectacular scenery in Andalucia, inland mid-way between Malaga and Nerja.

Lake Vinuela has pleasant picnic areas on its shores, around most of which you can drive. Sleepy and attractive villages are scattered around the lake including Canillas de Aceituno, Alcaucin, Periana, Riogordo, Comares, Competa and Benamargosa.

Lake Vinuela is the perfect retreat, about 15 minutes inland from Torre del Mar on the Costa del Sol. The lake has a good stock of fish especially carp, for which an easily-obtained fishing licence is required. Swimming and non-motorized water-sports are allowed.

There is a good range of self-catering holiday accommodation nestling in the hills and valleys throughout inland Costa del Sol, and the area is popular for its many sporting activities including horse riding, golf, hang gliding and walking. The countryside throughout Axarquia is the perfect base for your relaxing holiday to unwind throughout the year. Its semi-tropical climate ensures you will enjoy its wonderful indoor and outdoor lifestyle to the full.