Luna & Leaf Story Stays
Where fiction meets reality- and your story begins- on Spain's magical Costa del Sol
A Story Stay invites you to be the lead character of your week — with two relaxed mornings in a real indie bookshop and moments that make this stay feel like your own or novel or film unfolding.
You know the one where the lead character goes to Spain to immerse themselves in the magic of a charming bookshop in a pedestrian, flower-filled, friendly seaside village filled with cafés?
Plot twist: What if that main character was you?
Choose your story 📖
At Luna & Leaf Story Stays, that book or movie fantasy becomes your reality on Spain’s sun‑drenched coast. Story Stays are designed as light, creative participation, not employment — with two relaxed mornings in our coastal indie bookshop, a cozy evening book event (if you choose), and thoughtful literary keepsakes that make this week feel like your own story unfolding.
Casa Luna
The Story Villa
“When five friends decided to live out their Hallmark movie dreams, they found Casa Lilly. Five bedrooms meant five different stories unfolding under one Spanish roof—the hopeless romantic, the career woman seeking balance, the dreamer, the skeptic who falls hardest, and the wise friend who knew this trip would change everything.”
Spacious 5 bedroom villa ideal for friend groups, book clubs, literary retreats, romance writers' collectives, Instagram content creators, Hallmark fans
2 minutes from Luna & Leaf Bookshop
3 minutes from the Mediterranean Sea beachfront
Minimum 1 week stays - perfect for group bonding
5 bedrooms, each with its own character and charm, in Old Town Estepona
Courtyard for themed dinner parties, crafting, & book discussions
Multiple work spaces for writers
Perfect for "found family" and friendship storylines
4200 Euros/week total (includes accommodation for up to 10 guests)
(Booked through June 2026!)
Summer bookings NOW OPEN!
Now Reserving:
July 14-21, 2026
July 21-28, 2026
July 28-August 4, 2026
August 4-11, 2026
August 11-18, 2026
August 18-25, 2026
August 25-September 1, 2026
(Fall, 2026 is tentatively booked, more info soon!)
Casa Leaf
The Story Haven
“She packed light but carried big dreams. A cozy one-bedroom apartment became her writer’s retreat, where morning coffee led to afternoon inspiration and evening walks through cobblestone streets. Here, she wasn’t just visiting Spain—she was becoming the protagonist of her own story.”
Cozy 1-bedroom retreat perfect for writers, couples, and anyone ready for their main character moment in Spain.
1 minute walk from the Plaza de las Flores
2 minute walk from Luna & Leaf Bookshop
3 minute walk from the Mediterranean Sea beachfront
Minimum 1 month stays - Main Character Experience
1 bedroom apartment with terrace in Old Town Estepona
Perfect for deep creative immersion
Dedicated writing desk overlooking village streets
Down the street from Luna & Leaf bookshop
Private space for evening literary contemplation
Ideal for "finding yourself" storylines
Currently undergoing a charming touch-up.
Photos coming soon.
Bookings NOW OPEN!
Now reserving:
November, 2025
December, 2025
(January-March, 2026 is booked!)
April, 2026 and beyond
Luna & Leaf Bookshop
Near Castillo de San Luis, Archeology Museum and Carrefour Express grocery store
1 block from Calle Real and 2 blocks from the Mediterranean Sea beachfront paseo
Luna & Leaf Bookshop on Calle Viento
English and Spanish: Children's, Middle grade, Young Adult, Games, Non-Fiction/Wellness/Local Spain, Romantasy, Adult Fiction: Newest Releases, Thriller/Mystery/Suspense, Romance, Literary Fiction, Horror, SciFi, Fantasy
English and Spanish: Children's, Middle grade, Young Adult, Games, Non-Fiction/Wellness/Local Spain, Romantasy, Adult Fiction: Newest Releases, Thriller/Mystery/Suspense, Romance, Literary Fiction, Horror, SciFi, Fantasy
A cozy place to linger, browse, drink a coffee, play a game...
A cozy place to linger, browse, drink a coffee, play a game...
Our location
Our back terrace sits against the Castillo de San Luis
Our back terrace sits against the Castillo de San Luis
More info:
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Choose your perfect backdrop: Casa Luna- The Story Villa or Casa Leaf- The Story Haven. Both accommodations feature work spaces, high-speed wifi, and the comforts you need, while giving you the independence to explore our flower-filled pedestrian village and dine at local restaurants.
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Step into the story and spend two relaxed mornings in Luna & Leaf, helping bring the magic of books to life in a real indie bookshop. Wrap Blind Dates with Books, add your touch to cozy displays, and host a small bookish event — all while living the lead character dream you’ve always imagined.
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Host your book club discussions in our atmospheric bookshop after hours. Lead literary conversations, organize themed reading nights, or simply enjoy intimate book talks under Spanish stars and next to a historic Castillo.
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Each guest receives a complimentary "blind date with a book" package - carefully selected titles that match your reading preferences, wrapped in beautiful packaging for delightful discoveries.
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Leave with an official certificate commemorating your Luna & Leaf Story Stays experience - proof that you stepped out of the audience and into your own lead character adventure.
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Airport Transfer
Catered meals
Spanish cooking class
Art classes
Pottery class
Yoga on the beach/in studio
Soma Breathwork
Flamenco classes
Regional excursions and more!
Setting: Estepona, Spain
A charming, flower-lined Spanish village on the Mediterranean Sea
Perfect for:
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Author Book Signings/Launch Parties
📚 Create stunning content while living your bookish dreams in our pedestrian village setting. Personalization and add-ons available!
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Romantasy Book Retreats
🌶️ Host magical book club discussions under Spanish stars in our atmospheric bookshop
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Cozy Romance Book Retreats
💕 Does it get more Hallmark than falling in love with literature in the most romantic setting on the Costa del Sol?
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Hallmark/Holiday Movie Fans/Writers
✍️ Find inspiration in our flower-filled streets and charming bookshop atmosphere. Just wait for the Holiday decór! 🍁🎄
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Main Character Moments
🎬 Live that leading character dream in a real Spanish village straight from your favorite rom-com
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Friends' Literary Getaways
👭 Share the magic with your book-loving friends in our 5-bedroom villa or cozy apartment
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Writing Retreats
📖 Craft your stories while working in a real bookshop and soaking up Spanish inspiration, with others or with concentrated time to yourself in our 1 bedroom apartment
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Faculty Literary Escapes
🎓 Academic groups seeking inspiration in an authentic literary environment
