Spain

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

Friendly Maki and Clive's higgledy-piggledy home is a charming, special place. Rooms are cosy, Clive's cookery courses are fun and delicious

Spacious house with a big garden, a swimming pool and all home comforts; the beach and good restaurants are less than 10 minutes away

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

Down a track with a delightfully remote feel but near to the coast and with good walking and cycling; views out to sea are awesome

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

Laid-back, relaxed atmosphere meets stylish elegance; this old mill conversion is delightful. There are views, a pool and wonderful food

It's lovely here, high on a hillside enveloped by lush gardens with soaring views to town, a sparkling pool and the kindest host, Sylvia

A stunning stone finca enveloped by almond groves with a very pretty pool and a restaurant on-site; come as a B&B or self-catering guest

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

A rustic gem with a rich history, a domed chapel and a fountain in the courtyard. Dine superbly, choose from an extensive wine list

A 200 year old typical Mallorcan house with wooden beams, tiled floors, a view-filled garden and a big pool just on the outskirts of Sóller

Walkers and wild-lifers, here is your place in the Pyrenees. Colour, character, a welcoming family, log fires and delicious home cooking

You can stroll to several mills in this fertile little valley, or laze by the pool serenaded by cicadas. Bliss for families and hikers

Up in the hills, an amazing family holiday with Lorna and Lee. Weekly paella nights, great pool, lovely walking. Beauty therapies, too...

Expansive bedrooms and delicious breakfasts at an historic, plant-filled hotel teetering on the edge of a mountain in rural Castellón

In a refined, residential area of Málaga sits this mid-1800s elegant house with mature gardens and large terraces for utter relaxation

Close to Llanes, a family-friendly haven. Follow the grassy pathways to find quiet spots in the shade: the garden is amazing