Spain

An authentic Catalan getaway in wine-soaked Penedés; pool, fire, mountain views and warm hosts. Wild swimming and Barcelona close by

This foodie retreat offers splendid isolation, star-studded skies and home honey! Set off on a ‘safari’, view Portugal from the pool

Rich history in a domed chapel, fountain'd court, four-posters...dine deliciously by the fire, celebrate in the barn, relax. A rustic gem

Find inspiration in mountain views, nature and your hosts' talents: cooking, sewing, design, poetry... and play giant chess by the pool

Superb rural views, excellent hiking and generous bedrooms. Cristina and Alec take good care of guests - the food is delicious

Bedrooms are gorgeous, the wild ocean is close, and the people of Galicia are friendly and caring. You’ll pick up the same vibe here

Immaculate, very welcoming hotel in the heart of Lanzarote, run by Maria. Visit the family vineyard and museum

Contemporary and romantic studio with a sun-filled patio. Stroll into Trujillo; explore historic Extremadura: Merida, Cáceres, Guadalupe

Apartments in a beautifully renovated old farmhouse with a big shared pool, close to lovely old Girona and the beaches of the Costa Brava

Stay awhile at this exceptional place in Spain's little Tuscany. Sleep in elegant comfort, eat well and local, swim, hike the Matarraña

Eco swimming pool, solar panels, a farmhouse with funky yurts and finca casitas with open-air kitchens, two mins from white sandy beach

A delightful, rustic oasis: an old farmhouse with modern annexe joined by a fountain and palm walkway... Mallorca at its prettiest

Delightful Jose and Gustavo ensure that your stay at their superbly located hotel is memorable. Rooms are elegant and breakfast is convivial

Small boutique hotel in a natural park, with a swimming pool and amazing meals – explore the park or drive five minutes for authentic tapas

'Toros bravos' are raised in this exquisite rural hotel, meals are delicious, bedrooms warmly cosy. Tour the estate by horse or 4x4

A hammock by the pool, dinner under the stars, Andalucian nature (wild boar, birds, olives) all around. Chatty English hosts charm all

An open-plan kitchen, sunny terrace and fruitful gardens shine at this private hillside villa. From here, it’s easy to ski, swim or sunbathe

Tranquil Spanish farmhouse with countryside views and exceptional service. Beaches and countryside to explore and famed local cuisine