Reviews of El Rincon de Carmen
Carretera Rute, Las Lagunillas Km.14, 300, 14960 Rute, Spain

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Reviewed: 28 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewThe accomodation was amazing, like a hidden gem. We had 2 apartments and both were well set up, beautifully designed with good kitchen and living facilities. The Pool was clean and plenty of sunbeds for everyone to use, with lots of shaded spaces to escape the sun too.
We found it hard to find nearby restaurants that were open or had availability.... the area is very rural and possibly a lot had closed for the hotter months of July/August.
Reviewed: 22 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewAmazing view, cozy rooms, comfortable, perfect to stay with kids. You can use swimming pool without restrictions. Very friendly.
Complicated if you arriving at night as the final 3 km from Rute to the place are very narrow. My advice arrive at a day time.
Reviewed: 5 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewOut of all the accommodation I have stayed in Rute, this would would be the best, everything was perfect, nothing was a hassle
Reviewed: 4 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewThis room is well equipped, clean and in a very quiet location. Carmen is a lovely host and very helpful. You will need a car as it is about 2km from Rute. The scenery is breathtaking. You will not be disappointed if you stay here. 10/10.
Nothing.
Reviewed: 11 March 2025 · Stayed in March 2025
Verified reviewA great quite rural and rustic location but only 1.5ks from Rute.
Cold tile floors
Mil gracias
Reviewed: 8 October 2024 · Stayed in October 2024
Verified reviewReviewed: 4 October 2024 · Stayed in October 2024
Verified reviewIt was so friendly and was way better set up for non spanish speaking bits. The pool was lovely, and the apartment was really comfortable, and the views were out of this world Carmen was so helpful and friendly Just lovely
Nothing
Reviewed: 9 June 2024 · Stayed in June 2024
Verified reviewAmazing hosts , booked for two days , whilst house hunting in the area , liked it so much , we booked another 2 days , lovely pool , fantastic views & just over 5 minutes drive from Rute ❤️ Such a stunning place to stay , will definitely visit again 👍
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Reviewed: 10 May 2024 · Stayed in May 2024
Verified reviewWaking up with the sound of native birds, and the scent of olive trees in the air! Carmen was a great host!
Reviewed: 6 May 2024 · Stayed in May 2024
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Verified reviewReviewed: 3 April 2024 · Stayed in April 2024
Verified reviewVery beautiful location in the heart of the Sierra de Rute. Homes decorated with a lot of taste in the Andalusian style, inside and ourside (superb garden with a lot of plants). Very clean and very friendly owner.
The weather could have been nicer ☺️
Reviewed: 29 January 2024 · Stayed in January 2024
Verified reviewReviewed: 4 December 2023 · Stayed in October 2023
Verified reviewBeautiful location , very quite and our room was fantastic, the interior design is beautiful, very Andalucian with Arabic infuences. Our view was perfect, the olive groves, mountains and in the distance the lake of Iznajar. Very well done!
Unfortunately the last 2 days the swimming pool was not very clean, and there were lots of wasps in the pool. So we did not used it then.
Reviewed: 3 December 2023 · Stayed in November 2023
Verified reviewReviewed: 21 October 2023 · Stayed in October 2023
Verified reviewThe hosts were very nice and accomodating. Also, the little casita was nicely decorated and had all amenities available. We had a great time lounging by the pool surrounded by olive orchards and exploring the nearby towns!
Reviewed: 30 September 2023 · Stayed in September 2023
Verified reviewReviewed: 29 September 2023 · Stayed in September 2023
Verified reviewAbsolutely beautiful place! We loved our stay at El Rincon. The apartment itself was beautifully furnished and decorated, with a gorgeous little terrace with views over the mountains and reservoir. It has all the amenities you need to relax in the peace and quiet up in the mountains. The kitchen has an oven, stove, large fridge-freezer, and all the crockery and utensils you need. The pool area is a great size with ample sunloungers and plenty of shade. The location is a 10 minute drive outside of a town called Rute, which isn’t particularly touristy but has all the necessities. The drive through the mountains to the property is absolutely stunning, and the photos do not do the views from the place justice.
Nothing at all. We loved it. But a couple of points that might be worth knowing: The hosts do not speak any English - but this was not an issue whatsoever. Through the use of messenger etc it was simple to arrange check in and check out, and to ask any questions while we were there. A hire car is needed. I imagine you’d be able to get public transport to Rute, and then it would be possible to walk to the hotel but it would be a good 30-40 minutes up hill.
Reviewed: 14 July 2023 · Stayed in July 2023
Verified reviewCarmen is such a nice host! The property is beautifully mainteined. Comfy appartment that we stayed in. And the pool!
Difficult to reach without car.
Reviewed: 5 July 2023 · Stayed in June 2023
Verified reviewReviewed: 10 April 2023 · Stayed in April 2023
Verified reviewVery beautiful and comfortable holiday home. Lovely views from the balcony. Great and authentic design. A well-equipped kitchen, there was everything you need. There was an opportunity to enjoy the beauty of nature and be away from the big noise.
Reviewed: 29 March 2023 · Stayed in March 2023
Verified reviewReviewed: 17 March 2023 · Stayed in March 2023
Verified reviewamazing location, great Accomodation, peaceful atmosphere. excellent in all respects. 10 minute drive to town where there are various shops. cooking facilities in the apartment were excellent. one of the best places I have dated at.
It is difficult to find any negatives. for example the property was superbly clean. I even checked the filter above the cooker hood (mine at home is dirty) here it was spotless. no negatives at all
Reviewed: 23 February 2023 · Stayed in February 2023
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