At present there are three regions of the Spanish mainland where we feature villas – Catalonia, including Cadaques on the Costa Brava and Sitges to the south of Barcelona; Extremadura, an historically fascinating area south-west of Madrid; and Andalucia, to the south of Granada.

Catalonia, in the north east of Spain extends from the French border and the Pyrenees, to Tarragona, south of Barcelona. It is a richly varied, autonomous region of Spain, famous for its cuisine, its art and architecture as well as its beautiful coastline and scenery.

One of our villas in Catalonia is situated just 10 minutes drive inland from the popular resort town of Sitges with its lively nightlife, restaurants and bars, and choice of beautiful beaches. Barcelona is only 30 minutes drive away. Our other villa is located on the Costa Brava at Port Lligat, Cadaques, home of Salvador Dali and in the neighbouring bay to El Bulli – voted the Best Restaurant in the World. The villa is situated in the Cap de Creus National Park, a designated area of outstanding natural beauty- great for exploring by boat or by foot.

Trujillo, an important Spanish 13th century medieval town of great architectural and historical importance, is situated in the heart of the Extremadura, 250 kms to the south-west of Madrid. Bordered by Portugal to the west, the Gredos mountain range to the north, Andalusia to the south, and Castile to the east, Extremadura is one of the most spectacular provinces of inland Spain, with unspoilt cities and villages, bearing evidence of its Roman, Moorish and Medieval history.

Set above the main Plaza Mayor and the town centre is the Medieval part of Trujillo, known as the ‘Villa’ (a Roman town encompassed by a fortified wall), and dominated by a large castle. Full of atmosphere, its narrow, cobbled streets wind past 16th century houses and palaces and semi-fortified towers. This also is the setting for the house we have to rent in Trujillo, a short walk from the historic sights, as well as the centre of town with its excellent bars, restaurants and shops.

One of our properties in Andalucia is situated in the hills between Granada and the coast, known as the Costa Tropical. The beaches at Almunécar and La Herradura offer windsurfing, water-skiing, sailing and scuba diving. Horseriding, trekking, mountain bike and parapenting take place in the surrounding hills, while one of Spain’s best winter ski resorts, Solynieve, can be found in the Sierra Nevada. There is also an excellent 18-hole golf course just outside Granada. Granada is a magical city with a wealth of history and monuments, including the Alhambra Palace. Our other properties are luxury beachfront villas near golf courses and the sophisticated nightlife, shops and restaurants of Marbella.

The villas we have to rent on Mallorca have been chosen both for their high standard and their rural locations, away from the areas of mass tourism. Here you will discover a warm friendly local population and each village with its weekly market and local fiesta.

The quiet island of Menorca has an attraction as a holiday destination for those looking for peace and relaxation. It offers numerous beaches, sailing, tennis, interesting walks, horse riding, golf and archaeological sites and monuments to visit.

Ibiza offers all the ingredients for a perfect holiday, whether you are looking for peace and tranquillity, or for a lively and sophisticated nightlife. It has held appeal for the young and fashionable since the hippy era of the 60s, but is less well known for its unspoilt rural landscape of pines, almonds, olives, fig and orange trees, and secluded coves. Situated between two worlds, Africa and Europe, the island encompasses the culture of both, in its architecture and interiors design, giving it a definite sense of style and atmosphere of the exotic.