Music evenings, pop-up theatre nights and great food at the Sash brasserie. You’re just a stroll from shops and bars

For families and friends, foodies, surfers and lovers of southern Spain’s historic, vibrant Costa de la Luz

This civilised bolthole offers a quiet retreat, castle views and the magic of Edinburgh on your doorstep

Immerse yourself in rural Lot at this eco retreat – hiking and cycling from the door, a natural swimming pool and serene gardens

A gorgeous house with oodles of original features, a lovely garden and the owners' pub, farm shop, brewery and spa a short walk

Picture-perfect Andalusian houses with private, colourful gardens, stunning mountain views and sparkling pool; utterly relaxing

Serene, panoramic views from picture windows at this off-grid romantic bolthole in the hills with a cosy wood-burner and local treats

A thoughtful conversion of an old farm barn with beautifully-beamed interiors - a flawless, rural escape for romantics and dreamers

Great owners, beautiful Interiors, delicious food, modern art, an open fire and an iPad in the dining room! Enjoy coastal walks and views...

Come for peace, space and much comfort in this nifty house with gorgeous views over acres of vines from the terrace and pool

Three family friendly gites with a contemporary feel, a saltwater pool, national trails to wander and wellness retreats on offer

Winter fires, a summer pool, and gorgeous food all year round... Live slow in the hills of

A comfortably stylish renovation of a 19th-century farmhouse, perfect for big groups & multi-generation families to reconnect in rural peace

A 18th-century house with pool in a small town with friendly owners and a tropical garden of banana, fig and, of course, frangipani

A cosy and pretty old cottage for rest or romance, with garden and pool in a small hamlet surrounded by walnut orchards and mixed woodland

Come for huge skies, birds and wildlife, rare flora and fauna, precious pingo ponds and a comforting retreat from the hectic whirl

Good looking barn conversion for sociable gatherings on an organic farm – meet the animals, take a day trip, go walking

A big friendly farmhouse basking in light, with terraces, vineyards, pool and views to several horizons, good for family gatherings