Catalonia

Lush green hills made for exploring; borrow a bike or set out on foot for an adventure. Evenings are spent lounging with good food

Stylishly interior designed, with elegant garden and pool. The perfect retreat after a day at the beach or visiting the ruins at Empuriès

Lovely grounds and pool, 20 minutes from the beach, 30 from Girona. Stroll to a restaurant, relax by an open fire or under a shady palm

Gaze over olive groves to the sea from a light-filled village house. Crisp furnishings, big terraces, close to sights but blissfully quiet

Find shade under a cork tree, splash in the pool and wander the garden perfumed by citrus trees. Ideal for families and nature lovers

Filled with history and character in an unspoilt hamlet, this Mediterranean retreat is great for family and friends

Aristocratic sophistication abounds at this wonderful hotel near Las Ramblas. Elegant bedrooms, stunning bathrooms and excellent service

Pretty rooms and a relaxed restaurant overlooking a sparkling Costa Brava cove. Paradise for divers, and coastal walks start from the door

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

In a thrilling mountain landscape made for walkers… 4 eco cottages and a historic farmhouse with some of the most spectacular views in Catalunya

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

Beautiful food, fine whisky, a lovely couple, historic buildings, hikes, bike rides – and balloon rides over stunning volcanic scenery

Bucolic setting close to Costa Brava beaches and this big old ‘hostel’ is relaxed and perfect for families. Meals come fresh from the garden

Be spoiled by lavish breakfasts and serenaded by birds! City and country are rolled into one, near a village on the outskirts of Barcelona

Walkers, bikers, families and nature fans will love staying with ever-helpful Joan and Montse in this ‘secret’ but not too remote valley

Gloriously cool in summer, cosy in winter, a 365-day-a-year retreat. Just a 10-minute promenade along the beach into the fun heart of town

Dine on wholesome farmhouse food, explore the lovely garden or catch up on your sleep in generous king-size beds. Pretty Cadaqués is close

A rare chance for couples to experience life on a Catalan farm. Meals, rooms, pool, views – all are magnificent and the family so hospitable