B&B El Oasis

Rumble up a long track to these authentic farm buildings, whitewashed, beamed and surrounded by swathes of avocado, mango, orange and kumquat trees, shaded by vines and humming with birds and cicadas. The feel is informal and relaxed: breakfast is served from 9-11 (two types of bread, olive oil, homemade jams and marmalades from their own fruit, Serrano ham, cheeses, eggs and yogurt) and dinner is offered now and then, sometimes wood-fired pizza.

If you prefer to self-cater you can use the outdoor kitchen or the barbecue and there’s a communal sitting room with a log-burner and an honesty fridge with beer, wine and soft drinks. Each bedroom has a dreamy view, one over the pool and the others across the valley and over to the hills. Walking is superb, very hilly and with beautiful views.

Find secret spots in the garden, a hammock here and there for dozing, the lovely big pool for cooling off and a rooftop terrace for stargazing.