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MAGNIFICENT VILLA WITH GARDEN IN FRONT OF THE SEA, FREE WIFI, LIBRARY, FIREPLACE.

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

6 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 123875 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Guetaria, Guipuzcoa
  • Place, Getaria Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Cristobal Balenciaga Museum
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, El Raton
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Sebastian (EAS)
    ‪40 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Getaria

Located in Getaria, this villa is on the waterfront, within a 5-minute walk of Bay of Biscay and Getaria Beach. .This family-friendly villa is 16.2 mi (26 km) from Donostia-San Sebastian Aquarium and 24.6 mi (39.6 km) from Concha Beach.
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What's nearby

  • Getaria Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Cristobal Balenciaga Museum - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Church of San Salvador - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Juan Sebastián Elcano - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • El Raton - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Zarautz Station - 7 min drive
  • San Sebastian (EAS) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Elkano - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪La Perla - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Balearri Jatetxea - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Maruka Gastro - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Pizzeria Ktxo Zarautz - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

MAGNIFICENT VILLA WITH GARDEN IN FRONT OF THE SEA, FREE WIFI, LIBRARY, FIREPLACE.

General Information
• Heating, bedding, and towels included

External Information
• 1,200-square-meter garden on a hillside and terraces
• 2 terraces with tables and chairs for 12 people
• lounge chairs and garden furniture

Bed information
• Bedroom 1 - 2 single beds
• Bedroom 2 - 1 double bed / king-size bed
• Bedroom 3 - 1 double bed / king-size bed
• Room 4 - 1 double bed / double room
• Room 5 - 2 single beds
• Bedroom 6 - 1 couple / married couple

Bathroom Information
• Bathroom 1 - Toilet, sink
• Bathroom 2 - Shower, toilet, sink, hair dryer
• Bathroom 3 - Shower, toilet, sink, hair dryer
• Bathroom 4 - Toilet, sink

Kitchen
• Washing machine, Dishwasher, Microwave, Oven, Glass-ceramic cooktop, Refrigerator, Plate warmer, Teppanyaki grill, Kitchen utensils, Blender, Kettle, Electric juicer, Coffee maker, Iron, Ironing board

Library
• Large library with very old books

Views
• Views of the sea and cliffs, Malkorbe Beach, the town of Getaria, and its harbor

Internet
• Free Wi-Fi
• Desktop computer available for use

Training
• Large-screen flat-panel TV, 49"
• Bosse HI-FI device for the iPhone 4
• 2 bicycles available for free use

Information for Children
• Free crib and high chair

Safety systems:
• Smoke detectors on all floors
• CO2 detector in the chimney area

PROPERTY REGISTERED WITH GIPUZKOA TOURISM UNDER NUMBER ESS 00410
Make yourself comfortable in this villa, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Featured amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and dry cleaning/laundry services.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Kitchenette
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Golf
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 3,875 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Spacious, ideal for families and children.

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 20
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number ESS00410

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Wonderful Villa Garden Facing Sea Free Wi-fi Library Fireplace
Wonderful Garden Facing Sea Free Wi-fi Library Fireplace
Wonderful Villa Garden Facing Sea Free Wi-fi Library Fireplace
Wonderful Villa Garden Facing Sea Free Wi-fi Library Fireplace

MAGNIFICENT VILLA WITH GARDEN IN FRONT OF THE SEA, FREE WIFI, LIBRARY, FIREPLACE. Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 94 out of 96 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 96 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 96 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 96 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 96 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed every part of the house and grounds. Beautiful home, gracious host!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and plenty of room for us. The wine cave was an added bonus!! Miguel was a great host and helped arrange our chef dinner at the villa plus ideas of things to do in the area.
Stayed 14 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful villa in perfect surroundings.We stayed a week with a group of friends and had an unforgettable time! Getaria, San Sebastian, Pamplona were all easily reached by car, so the location is perfect.The villa is very well equipped with everything you need. Thank you Miquel for your hospitality and friendly advices!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Love the place
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house in a very scenic town
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing stay!

We loved staying here! Our whole group had a wonderful time. Many listings aren't quite as nice as the pictures, but Villa Embil is even nicer than the beautiful pictures! It's spacious, plenty of bathrooms, big bedrooms, great kitchen, and the views are spectacular. We would come back anytime.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous

The trip to Villa Embil was absolutely amazing. We were welcomed by our host and received lots of places of interest and restaurants from him. Villa was gorgeous, clean and the views of Bay of Biscayne and Mediterranean were beautiful.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The stay at Villa Embil was fabulous! Miguel was as hospitable and helpful with all aspects of our family holiday as anyone could ask for!! Getaria was a perfect location with the beach just a short walk, the village just a short walk, and not the congestion of San Sebastion. The Villa was perfect for the 11 of us with 4 levels of space and vistas of the sea from almost everywhere! We even had Chef Laura come and do a cooking class for all of us that Miguel arranged! Truly a great vacation at a great spot with a great host!!!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Incredible Home and Location

We spent 5 nights in this gorgeous home and wish we could have stayed a month! This historic home has been fully updated but still retains the charm from its rich history. The location is fantastic for quick trips around the region or just lazy walks on the beach. I could not recommend this property more highly. It has everything you could need! We are already making plans to return!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing House

We stayed here for my son's wedding. Incredible House. Better than the pictures. Great location and view. You will not be disappointed if you stay here.
Stayed 10 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely brilliant

The bills was gorgeous and big enough for 8 adults. Lots of space to move around. Unforgettable view and time to relax
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Beautiful Villa in a Great Location

We are two families with grown up children; we have been away together several times in recent years and we all agreed this was the best villa yet. Everything was excellent! The photographs don't do the villa justice. The kitchen was well equipped, the beds more comfortable than what we have at home and the location was perfect! We are already planning our return trip!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an amazing time at this beautiful villa in Getaria. The host, Miguel, Angel, was very informative and wonderful to get to know. The adults had an amazing time, relaxing on the various patios, and the children loved the outdoor spaces. It is located very close to the little village, which was bustling due to local festivities. We also enjoyed easy access to the beach. Our large group had three cars, and though there was not parking at the house, there was across the street. It was easy to feed the meter for the day. We would highly recommend this villa property, and host, to anyone!
Beach in Getaria
Beautiful view of the house
View from the living room
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Blown Away

What a magical home and experience. We had our 3 young kids (4,3,1), parents, and aunt with us for a week in Getaria, and will be longing to go back to this Villa every day until we do. Miguel is a special host, and his home was made to feel’s our for our time there. Perhaps our favorite VRBO of all time
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful villa Embil

We stayed here for my partners 50th birthday and had an amazing time. The villa is set up with everything you could need and had ample room for our party of 12. The online photos don’t do it, or the views justice, it’s even better in real life. The location is amazing, Getaria is a beautiful town with easy access to San Sebastián. Miguel was a perfect host, really helpful and communicative. He and his wife have renovated the villa very well. We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Villa

We stayed at the villa to celebrate the marriage of my daughter and her fiancée. The property was gorgeous and well maintained. The owner was responsive, and we loved the private chef he recommended. Only issue was with parking, but once we figured out where to park it was no problem. Also be prepared for lots of stairs. Some in our party had trouble getting their luggage into the villa because of the climb.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing villa!

Miguel was super nice to meet us at the villa for check in. He explained how to use everything in the house and even talked to the private chef we booked for a house dinner one night, which was really helpful. He was also very responsive when we had questions during the stay. The villa was the perfect place to celebrate our marriage and house our family for a few days. The villa had everything you could think of and we were very impressed with the kitchen. The views are absolutely incredible, all of our guests were in awe of the property. Getaria is a wonderful town and easy to get around by foot. You can even walk to some wineries with delicious wines and spectacular views. We highly recommend staying here!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

A little slice of heaven in the Basque country

I can't say enough about this amazing place called Villa Embil. The pictures don't come close to showing the beauty of the property and spectacular views from the various decks and windows within the home. Miguel is fantastic, and went above and beyond in accommodating our group. Great communication and personal attention. I highly recommend this rental to anyone who wants to have a special experience in the Basque country. And you must have Miguel arrange a prepared dinner by Chef Montxo for your group on the deck. Can't wait to return!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Week in Getaria at Villa Embil

Our large family group stayed at Villa Embil for 6 nights. Miguel was a great host and answered all questions and needs very well for us. The villa is beautiful and overlooks the Getaria harbor. We enjoyed many beautiful mornings and evenings from the viewpoints at the villa. The layout was perfect for having meals and celebrations with the whole family. The villa has been renovated with very high quality materials. Lastly, we followed Miguel's recommendation to have his chef friend Montxo come provide a fabulous Basque dinner at the house. The meal was amazing and Montxo and his wife accommodated everyone's dietary needs very well. This chef's dining experience is highly recommended if possible.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A magnificent villa overlooking the gorgeous sea side town of Getaria

Every few years, my best friends and I get together to celebrate our joint birthdays. This year we decided to celebrate in the wonderful Basque Country. Between us there were 8 adults and 4 tweeners who enjoyed the beautiful Villa Embil perched overlooking the twon of Getaria. The Villa was well equipped with everything we could possibly need and it was delightful to learn about the history of the Villa from the owner Miguel on arrival. We had our very own vegetable garden to pick fresh produce from. We organised our last night in together with a local chef who came and prepared some local delicacies. It's a short walk into town to enjoy some fine Pintxos and a drink. The view from atop 'mouse mountain' is spectacular and the coastal walk to neighbouring beachside town of Zarautz is well worth it. 10/10 and would stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Take your high expectations and double them.

This place is amazing!!! The pictures are only a glimpse of what you will get to live in. It’s a beautiful property with all you will need (towels, blow dryers, spices, pots/pans, washer/dryer, etc). The beds are super comfortable and the property is very peaceful. The views are pure magic. The new hang out area in the basement is the best!!! To top it all off Miguel is a genuine person wanting to make your stay perfect. Just get ready for steps as this place is perched above the town. We didn’t have much issue with parking, but it is a bit complicated. You can park at the gate at the bottom for about 30 min, but then you need to take your car to the beach parking which is just about a 3 min walk back to the house. You can usually park in a spot where you can see your car from the house. Needless to say, we WILL be back!!!! Thank you, Miguel!!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family holiday in the Basque Country

This is a high quality property situated with many beautiful views of the ocean and town of Getaria. It is a short walk to the lovely village of Getaria, and a short drive or 30 min walk to the lively town of Zaurutz. Parking was a bit of an inconvenience, but the 9 of us with three cars managed. Mastering the method to get a ticket to park legally took us - and many others - some effort. We felt great after learning to manage after a few tries. 😉Others commented on the parking already. We are all in good shape, but note that getting in and out is a climb. And the road noise is present, but not bad. The host was very pleasant and we communicated through WhatsApp easily. WiFi was great. Kitchen was nice. We harvested lettuce and cucumbers from the garden! The nearby Balenciaga museum was great, and we enjoyed several restaurants in the old village and the clean BM grocery store up the hill. Our visit included time in San Sebastián, about 30 min away, and several magnificent hikes in nearby parks. One walk through a botanical garden and old mills, and another climb to a Borda near Atseuza. Really wonderful for those with the health and interest. Also a memorable evening at a cider house! We are very glad for the experience and the house was part of what made our holiday great.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Marvelous Time at a Remarkable Home

Villa Embil is a little slice of heaven. The property is immaculate with fabulous views and excellent proximity to the charming town of Getaria. The house is extremely comfortable and very well appointed. The nearby Txakoli vineyards are not to be missed. Miguel is an excellent host offering great communication and an extensive guide book for the house and surrounding area. A few key points about which visitors should be aware: The house is situated above the main road and requires a stair climb for access. There is no onsite parking. The nearest parking is extremely close. However, free parking on the nearby dirt road was not always available during our stay. We were always able to find paid public parking, but depending upon how many beachgoers were using the on street parallel parking, the walk from the car back to the house could be up to five minutes. (NOTE: Parking enforcement is only in effect between 10 AM and 8 PM and payment for 24 hours was ~12 Euros.) Finally, dealing with trash and recycling was a minor inconvenience. Be prepared for an extensive waste separation process. Disposal of accumulated trash and recycling is about 500 meters from the house. Despite such minor inconveniences, we had a marvelous time at Villa Embil. The descriptions and photos only hint at the beauty of this house and the surroundings. If we ever return to this magical area we will definitely stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Truly gorgeous villa in perfect location

We can't rave enough about our stay at Villa Embril in Getaria, Spain!! First of all, the villa itself is absolutely stunning. It's perched up high above the seaside with panoramic views from almost every room of the water and the perfect fishing village and port of Getaria. The villa is decorated beautifully a la Restoration Hardware with tasteful neutral colors and linens. Every detail adds to the beauty, while still allowing the superb sea views and terraced gardens to hold the spotlight. We are still dreaming of those views. The only possible issue I can imagine regarding the villa is for someone with mobility issues because there are quite a few stone steps going up to the villa from the road, and then the villa itself has 3 levels. Getaria is a dream village 5 minutes walk on the easy paved walk way that runs between all the nearby towns, and is safe day or night. Getaria has cobblestone streets, beautiful old buildings, plenty of shops and restaurants, and a very nice wide sand beach. The town has a lovely family feel with babies to grandparents happily socializing, eating and enjoying themselves long into the evenings. We quickly found our favorite cafe in Getaria for grilled fish (a specialty of the region and freshly caught daily by the local fishermen) and local wine. The town is charming and beloved, and though quite small it even boasts a Michelin-starred restaurant. We all decided we could easily live in Getaria and be happy forever! In terms of location, the more well-known small city of San Sebastian is about 25-30 minutes away from the villa, Bilbao is an hour, and the Rioja Valley wine region is 1.5 hours. So everything is quite convenient, though we found it hard to tear ourselves away from Getaria and the villa. Last but arguably most important, Miguel was a charming and gracious host who attended to every detail to make our stay comfortable and memorable. Based on our photos of his villa and our rave description, we have already shared his contact info with 4 of our friends who hope to plan future trips! Thank you for everything, Miguel. We loved our stay in your beautiful home! Amy Peck
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent stay!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026