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

An idyllic setting and a lovely little pool for this new eco cottage with personality and charm. Great for walkers and nature lovers

An authentically lovely old Catalan farmhouse for 20 with original bones, clean uncluttered décor, complete modern kitchen and big pool

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

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

Hike Montseny Park, visit historic Vic, watch vultures fly at Travertet - Stay put and ponder, stroll in the forest, look at the stars

Lobster straight from the cove and a beach bar below - bliss for fashionistas and their families. Hotel wings overlook gardens and sea...

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

The sun shines as music wafts outside, to wicker-furnished lawns surrounded by green mountains. Float in the pool, dine on the terraces

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

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

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

Paradise for walkers and divers - pretty rooms and a relaxed restaurant overlooking a sparkling Costa Brava cove. Walks start from the door