Málaga

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

Calm, simple rooms are styled with warm local garb and fresh flowers. You can walk from the door, visit Ronda or Andalucia’s white villages

A grand, 18th-century style, sophisticated country hacienda with immaculate rooms, fabulous garden and pool - half an hour to the beach

Rise above it all in this majestic Moorish eyrie, with sumptuous cooking, secret gardens and a swimming pool with spectacular views

Close to Malaga and Sevilla, yet in the middle of Andalusia’s vast olive belt, a friendly B&B for sybarites and foodies, with a cool pool

Shipshape style from owners who are keen sailors and around if needed. Activities proliferate; views out to sea and Africa are awesome

A modern Spanish country villa with swimming pool, wonderful views and owners who have created a restful atmosphere

Picture-perfect Andalusian houses - cosily small - with colourful gardens, stunning mountain views and shady pool; utterly relaxing

A light, bright apartment in central Malaga: stay out late eating tapas, visit the Picasso museum & Pompidou centre, laze on beaches

Dine under the stars at the end of the long winding track - the owners' son is a fabulous chef. Stunning views, stylish décor, infinity pool

Rambling casas and casitas in a mountain hamlet, with a rustic on-site bar and big shared pool, surrounded by birds, bougainvillea and views

A clutch of airy apartments, most with their own jasmine-scented terraces arranged around a funky pool.

Table tennis, terraces and shared pool by day; star-studded skies by night. An authentic, atmospheric getaway with fabulous views

Up above the lively village, a family house full of character and art. Hike the hills, dine on the terrace with views to the distant sea

A boon for nature lovers: ride or hike through the breathtaking landscape of Andalucia's National Park. Head back to the heated pool; BBQ supper

A private villa beautifully flanked by gardens bursting with fruit. Here you’ll find real Spanish character, style and a sun-trap terrace

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

Three graceful, laid back self-catering apartments with pool, terrace and spectacular sea views near the glitz and glamour of Marbella