Spain

Close to Tenerife’s mountains & coast - 4 comfortable cottages each for 2 adults, with rustic décor, a shared pool and peaceful gardens

Modernised cottages on a traditional Spanish farm surrounded by countryside, for guests looking for a bucolic spot steeped in history

Great for eating well, walking, cycling, chess, petanque, reading and keeping cool – only 20 mins from Alicante, 30 mins from the airport

Simple house above two valleys in a remote and little-known part of Spain. Go for walks in the mountains, return to swim in the pool

A stylishly-modernised rural haven. Bedrooms are serene in creams and taupes with garden views. Hire a tandem or explore the Parque Natural

Artist James and his wife Antonia have made their fetching cortijo a warm, enveloping place to stay. Wonderful walking and a lovely pool

Breakfast under the apricot tree at this lovely laid-back finca, in the family for years. Huge pool and roof terrace with views to the sea

Beautiful designer renovations of an old farmhouse, with eco paints, ancient fireplaces and big shared pool. Close to lovely old Girona

Contemporary and romantic artist’s studio with quaint sun-filled patio. Head out to explore historic Extremadura: Merida, Cáceres, Guadalupe

An endearing Alicante retreat with gorgeous views. Mountains, coast and an iconic village, rounded off with local wine and scrumptious tapas

Come for Costa de la Luz sophistication - and pristine beaches, long walks to Barbate, whales, sea views, cellar wines and well-chosen art

Helpful staff and minimalist rooms in the centre of charismatic Seville. Stroll to the Arab baths or the Moorish palace of Alcazar

A private wonderland set within charming walled gardens with spacious living areas and spectacular 180 degree views. Private swimming pool

Settle into an unhurried pace of life on the coast. Comfortable houses and an eco-friendly garden; yoga, massages and riding can be arranged

Chat long with gentle hosts over home-grown dinners; see stars above, walks, rivers and wildlife all around. Rustic comfort in rural Burgos

Simple but stylishly furnished village house, terrific hill-top views, low-impact design, organic cooking and a hot tub; utterly peaceful

A designer hotel with bright, contemporary spaces, large bedrooms - some with spectacular views - and a tranquil garden with infinity pool

Beautiful cottages, donkey rides, a popular pool and restaurants to walk to. Dutch Peter knows all the walks in this heavenly valley!