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The Secret Garden Villa

Best for a rural escape - The Times/Travel - Best Villas In The Canary Islands

This idyllic hideaway is the spot for those who prefer rural villages to beach resorts and gardens to pools and has a gorgeous courtyard garden bracketed by tropical greenery. Once you’re in the 300-year-old farmhouse it could feel like you’re entirely alone on the island, yet just a short stroll away is the village of Guatiza with its local restaurants, bars and shops, and César Manrique’s glorious Cactus Garden is just a five-minute walk. There are two bedrooms here, plus a barbecue and alfresco dining area.

This spot is very beautiful - Madleen, April 2025

This spot is beautiful! Very relaxing! The little extras are that there is really everything you need for a lovely vacation: barbecue, parasol, cooler, beach towels,… A perfect place!

Finca Botanico is a wonderful and very special place - Nadine, March 2025

We had a fantastic stay, the Finca Botanico is a wonderful and really special place! The house is very spacious with beautiful decoration and the garden is the true highlight with so many different plants and flowers. Our little baby loved watching the garden for hours since there was so much to discover :) Gaby & Nick have been outstanding hosts as well, they provided a lot of helpful information upfront and always reacted very fast to any question. They also organized a grocery shopping service even at short notice. At the end, we forgot some of our stuff for the baby in the house and they even have been so kind to bring it to our next accommodation on Lanzarote. Thank you so much for everything!

Beautiful finca. Perfect for touring the north of Lanzarote - Kornelia, December 2024

Beautiful finca. Perfect for touring the north of Lanzarote. The facilities in the finca left nothing to be desired: from cava and chorizo in the fridge to the cool box and parasol for the beach, everything was there and in excellent condition. The garden is very idyllic, just like in the photos, and it was a shame that we could only stay for 6 days.

The accommodation is great - Romane, September 2024

We had a lovely stay at Nick and Gaby's. The accommodation is great and the garden is very nice. We recommend it!

A wonderful place to stay - Michael, July 2024

A wonderful place to stay at while in Lanzarote. Very easy to find/access and only a little stroll from some nice restaurants. Located in a super peaceful and tranquil town with idyllic surroundings. Thank you for hosting us, Nick & Gaby.

Beautiful place, amazing plants - Roberto, July 2024

The place is very nice , spacious , comfortable with a beautiful and amazing plants in the garden, and fully equipped . Nick is very responsive and a perfect host .We recommend the location !

We recommend this small oasis of calm and comfort - Cecilia, May 2024

We had a lovely stay at Finca which is very well located to explore the island. We recommend this small oasis of calm and comfort, surrounded by greenery. Thanks Gaby for your kindness.

Great accommodation. The garden is a dream - Henni B, March 2024

Great accommodation. the garden is a dream! We felt incredibly comfortable. Perfect as a family and the best location for exploring the north! There were no wishes left unfulfilled! perfect hosts!

We highly recommend this slice of heaven! - Aline, October 2023

We had a very nice week in a charming house and its beautiful garden. The house is perfectly equipped and is very well located for exploring Lanzarote. Nick is a considerate and welcoming host. We very much enjoyed the garden to rest after our excursions. We highly recommend this slice of heaven!

The perfect Lanzarote experience - Solen, August 2023

We had a wonderful stay at the Finca Botanico. The place is charming, peaceful, well arranged, and the garden is as lovely as in the pictures. The house is well equipped, and Nick and Gaby made us feel welcomed and at home. I strongly recommend booking at the Finca for the perfect Lanzarote experience!

Simply incredible, the garden is amazing - Lorenzo, August 2023

Simply incredible, the garden is amazing and the house itself is perfect. There’s everything you need and even more.
We had an amazing stay. Thanks for having us!

Magnificent garden - Patric C, June 2023

Even before having explored the island Finca Botanico puts you in contact with nature, flowers and plants - a magnificent garden. Really nice and cozy house.

Incredible seret garden and such a wonderful house - Birgit, April 2023

Incredible Secret Garden and such a wonderful house. As it’s a bit windy sometimes the garden was a perfect place to take a break. The location is perfect you are quickly at every nice place on the island. Nick had some very tipps where to go and communication was perfect! We immediately felt at home!

Delightful garden - Nigel, Feb 2023

We were delighted with Finca Botanico. It was very clean and comfortable with a delightful garden as described in the listing. We would certainly book again

We really enjoyed our visit - Olga Jan 2023

I stayed with my parents and we really enjoyed our visit to Finca Botanico. The property is spacious and comfortable, with a really lovely outdoor space of plants and flowers, along with lots of seating and a barbecue area. All very private and tranquil. The indoor kitchen/living area is well equipped and has great sunlight from the double doors leading to the garden area.

Finca Botanico is a beautiful place...Ged and Liz, December 2022

Finca Botanico is a beautiful place. We stayed again in the Secret Garden. It is beautiful inside. A mix of tradition but having every modern facility you could wish for. Outside is stunning with a garden that reflects the professional horticultural skills of the owners. So imaginative. Gaby, the main contact for guests of the couple, is so helpful if you need it but also let's you just chill quietly as you wish. We both do quite stressful charity jobs but whatever you do, I would bet you would love to stay.

The village is not a busy tourist resort and better for that. Good shop, welcoming locals bar and the beautiful local coast of Artieta region just mins away. As are most of the great sites of Lanzarote.

Well worth checking website and taking a close look. Sign up for their email updates too. Persuades and excites us, yet they don't quite capture the magic. This place doesn't rely on doctored photos that many disappointing places do. We will go again we are sure.

It's just such a beautiful, beautiful space......Amanda Lamb, Holiday Homes In The Sun Show, September 2022

I cannot beging to tell you how much my stress levels have gone down since I walked through the door of this property. It's just such a beautiful, beautiful space. You can tell whoever owns it loves it. It's not just a money making thing for them. This is something they have put their heart and soul into and it really shows. Instant wow factor.

We loved the Finca and hope to return.....John McNally, October 2022

When we first entered the Secret Garden we were surprised and pleased at its spaciousness and how light and bright it was. The living room and kitchen area was like a summer house looking out to the beautiful garden and even when it rained it still looked amazing. We loved the many different areas of the garden where we could enjoy a glass or two of the excellent local wine. We loved the Finca and hope to return. As previously remarked, Gaby was very helpful and readily contactable.

Beautiful garden....Josep, August 2022

A very quiet and well-kept house with a beautiful garden in a very quiet village. Perfect for visiting the island as you can drive to all points of interest.

Just Amazing....the garden is beautiful......we want to come back...Lidia, August 2022

It's just amazing!!! The garden is beautiful, it has several spots to enjoy the outdoor area and it is well cared for. The interior is great, the house is decorated with great taste and no detail is lacking, we feel like home from minute one... the windows from the kitchen-dining room to the garden are amazing. Communication with Nick and Gaby is great, very fluid and with all the info before arriving, they have also compiled all kinds of recommendations about the island and especially the north. Thank you very much for everything, we want to come back!!!

A Wonderful Place To Relax....Thomas Leonard, July 2022

A wonderful place to relax in away from the tourist crowds, for lovers of gardens and nature.

The garden is a dream....Edwin, May 2022

We had a wonderful stay at the finca. Very clean and equipped with pretty much everything you need for a week or 2. The garden is a dream and perfect to relax in for lazy days. Very private and quiet location, ideal if you have a car to get around. Most of Lanzarote is within a 15-30 minutes drive and there’s a small supermarket in walking distance. Gaby was a pleasure to communicate with, very welcoming and quick to respond.

Lovely Finca Botanico....Arthur Dickson, April 2022

We spent a delightful 10 days at the lovely Finca Botanico. The accommodation is spacious, well equipped, spotlessly clean and a pleasing décor. It was all we could have wished for. The garden is a welcoming, relaxing space with its beautiful array of planting. Gaby was readily contactable to answer questions which was very helpful.

The property is a gem....Clive and Val, January 2022

We have now thoroughly enjoyed several winter visits to the Secret Garden Villa. Its location, in the small village of Guatiza, is perfect for walking to the coast or hills. It is also well positioned for travel to the quieter north of the island. There is an excellent Italian restaurant and a great little village store. Gaby and Nick have renovated the finca to a very high, comfortable standard and are always adding little extras too.

A warm welcome always awaits. The enclosed garden is a sheer joy, offering sun and shade as well as an eclectic range of sub-tropical plants. Its design is gorgeous and enhanced by subtle lighting that enables it to be enjoyed at night. Its seclusion and safety are most welcome features too. The property is a gem and provides a charming green oasis in the otherwise arid landscape of the Island. We recommend it unreservedly!

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We highly recommend the finca - Jonathan, May 2025

My companion and I really liked the quiet location of this accommodation – you are completely undisturbed here by tourist hustle and bustle, but at the same time it is not far by car to the restaurants in Costa Teguise and other neighboring towns. The garden is beautifully planted and populated by small lizards and geckos, the house equipped with everything you need for a multi-day stay. Gaby was even kind enough to bring us fresh linens and towels at the half-time of our vacation. We highly recommend the finca.

We'd love to come back - Erna, April 2025

This nice place is a haven of peace with a nice garden and cozy apartment. Excellent Wi-Fi, kitchen and bathroom, cozily furnished, everything you need is there., including yoga mat and ironing board and iron, washing machine and plenty of large bath towels. Upon arrival there was a delicious bottle of wine from Lanzarote ready for us! Nick and Gaby are very friendly, helpful and attentive. We'd love to come back!

Perfect for a relaxing holiday - Daniel M, November 2024

The apartment was a true dream to be in! Very well located. It was modern and cozy, perfect for a relaxing holiday. Especially the big terrace was a highlight – ideal to start the day with a breakfast. The host was super helpful and provided us with great tips. Highly recommended for those who want to experience Lanzarote! Great was the fireplace and garden and personal letter!

Very pleasant garden - Mirielle, October 2024

Comfortable home and very pleasant garden. Very nice and well-equipped, we did not miss anything. Very well located, in an authentic village, to visit the north of the island.

Great time, beautiful garden - Eric M, May 2024

We had a great time. The small house is located in a very quiet environment, and has a beautiful garden. We wanted to visit the north of the island and volcanic areas, Guatiza is ideally located, with less than thirty minutes by car to access hiking departures. Gaby was very discreet but always attentive to recommend destinations or give us advice.

Amazing stay in this fabulous place, everything was perfect, I recommend it! - Marion, August 2023

Amazing stay in this fabulous place, everything was perfect, I recommend it!

Amazing accommodation with a splendid garden - Marlene, August 2023

Amazing accommodation with a splendid garden - the finca was located in a quiet and nice little village and really beautiful especially the garden is absolutely beautiful. you really can see that the host put a lot of love and work into that house . also Gaby was super supportive and gave us all the instructions upon arrival as well as all answers to any questions we had . thanks for that great vacation! All was perfect

Lovingly designed - Emmanuelle R, July 2023

Everything was lovingly designed and everything needed was available in the household. The garden is well maintained and invites you to linger.

Exceptional - Jan, April 2023

It is in a nice hamlet in the north, the flowery garden is really relaxing, the host is very supportive and the location quiet, and not at all in the tourist areas. All amenities are catered for. The shower hot. internet is excellent.

A peaceful, heavenly oasis - Debbie, March 2023

Beautiful secret garden with amazing plants and wildlife. Modern high-end decor. lovely kitchen and BBQ.

Five stars all around - Lynne H., March 2023

We've just returned from a delightful stay in the Garden Apartment. Gaby is a thoughtful host and has thought of everything for a comfortable stay. The place is a good size, well-equipped and, of course, has a lovely garden area. We liked the rural location and it's only a few km from the sea-side. Five Stars all round!

The garden is beautiful - Jane F, November 2022

The house provided a lovely quiet location from which to easily explore the island. The house is very well equipped with everything we needed. Communication with the host was simple and one small issue we had was addressed and fixed immediately even though we were leaving the next day. The garden is beautiful and a lovely sun trap with options of places to sit in sun or shade, vertical or horizontal and there is also a bar b que. would definitely recommend. Thank you.

Secluded garden for a peaceful break - Kathryn M, October 2022

Gautiza is a nice village only about 20 mins from the airport, decent supermarket with deli and fresh bread each morning, and only 10 mins walk to the cactus garden. I didn't have a car as I just wanted to relax, and I most definitely did!

The garden apartment was perfect, a great size and lovely secluded garden with many tropical plants. Great for sitting outside day or night, very relaxing. Inside is furnished in a quality way and it seems everything you might need has been thought of. Kitchen has everything, lounge very comfortable and has tv with many channels, good bathroom and the bedroom has loads of cupboard space and a good bed with comfortable mattress. Gaby was an excellent host, responded to all my questions quickly and went the extra to help me out. I would definitely recommend staying here if you want something quiet, secluded and away from the many hotels on the coast.

Stunning place to stay...Richard T, September 2022

A stunning place to stay for our honeymoon! The local restaurants were closed on our arrival. However, Gaby purchased food for us to get us through the evening, checking any dietary issues too. The facilities in the Garden Apartment are excellent. The garden itself is gorgeous. We tried some of the recommended restaurants. In all instances, the food was excellent, plentiful and great value for money. The last comment applies to Finca Botanico just as much. I would highly recommend hiring a car. Gaby recommended CICAR and they were excellent value for money and great service too. Thank you Gaby, thank you Nick. A holiday we will never forget.

Highly Recommended.....Florence G, August 2022

I recommend this little oasis of greenery, quite and close to everything.

The house is very pretty......Nicola July 2022

The house is very pretty and the garden is very pleasant. The location of the apartment is perfect. When I arrived there was, as a welcome, water, fruit, bread, eggs and a bottle of local wine. Gaby is very friendly, helpful and always reachable. At the slightest problem, she responds immediately. Thank you for everything.

Gladly again!..... Matthias B, May 2022

Beautiful apartment in a very quiet location, ideal if you are looking for a break.
The garden is beautiful, there is everything your heart desires, and if you need anything, the nice hostess is open to everything.

Miscellaneous:

- Very good internet connection
- Well equipped kitchen
- No parking problems

Gemütliche Wohnung mit wunderschönem Garten.... Gabriela, April 2022

Äusserst geschmackvoll eingerichtete Wohnung in ruhigem Quartier.Der private, gepflegte Garten mit div.Sitzplätzen ist äusserst idyllisch. Der Service der Gastgeberin ist sehr zuvorkommend. Wir würden jederzeit wiederkommen.

Lovely place located in a very calm village...Ana Mateo, May 2021

Gaby and Nick were super attentive and helpful during our stay. The lovely place is located in a very calm village located in the north of the island perfect for a couple that would like to spend some quality time in the calm.

A perfect base in Lanzarote.... Justine P, April 2021

Gaby and Nick's little house is just a perfect base in Lanzarote! Ideal central location, Guatiza is a small village away from tourists which has charm and the necessary amenities. The terrace is as in the photos, beautifully planted with trees, with little shaded areas and sun from the morning and late at night. As a bonus, a barbecue, garden furniture and an outdoor shower. As for the interior, nothing is missing! The walk-in shower and the king-size bed are real bonuses. In short, I recommend 100% for romantic vacations! Thank you for your welcome, hope to see you soon!

The Secret Garden Villa @ Finca Botanico

The Garden Apartment @ Finca Botanico

The Garden Apartment @ Finca Botanico

The Garden Apartment @ Finca Botanico

The Secret Garden Villa @ Finca Botanico

The Garden Apartment @ Finca Botanico

The Secret Garden Villa @ Finca Botanico

The Secret Garden Villa @ Finca Botanico

The Garden Apartment @ Finca Botanico

The Secret Garden Villa @ Finca Botanico

The Secret Garden Villa @ Finca Botanico

The Garden Apartment @ Finca Botanico

The Secret Garden Villa @ Finca Botanico

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