The Iberian peninsula is a treasure-trove of arts and culture brimming with fabulous flamenco, music, history, architecture, literature, sport, and fiestas! The exuberance of the Spaniards, the warmth of the Portuguese and the glorious predictability of the summer weather ensures your villa vacation lives long in the memory. We have luxury vacation villas in Andalucia, on the idyllic Balearic Islands and on Portugal's south coast, the Algarve.
Southern Spain is a land comprised of varying cultures and terrains. The land stretches from the Sierra Morena Mountains in the North to the Sierra Nevada in the South, which roll into the crystal blue Mediterranean Sea. Most of this southern portion fits within the Andalucian countryside. This region is home to two of Spain’s most famous monuments - the Mosque of Cordoba and the remarkable Alhambra in Granada.
Andalucia is the place to experience the buzz of the Spanish fiesta, you’ll find activity everywhere from the tapas bars to the old palaces. The region is typified by pretty pueblos blancos which cling tenaciously to steep hillsides. It is a haven for sun worshippers and golf fanatics making it an ideal destination from which to enjoy a luxury villa holiday, offering something for all the family.
Due to their geographical position in the middle of the Mediterranean, the Balearic Islands benefited from many influences, including Greek and Catalan. In the 13th century Catalan settlers brought their language and culture to the islands. This part of Spain can satisfy everyone’s tastes: from sun-seekers enjoying the wealth of sandy beaches, to jet-setters, who prefer luxurious, discreet hideaways in the hills. The largest island is Majorca whose massive Gothic Cathedral stands near the waterfront of Palma, the capital. It is the most culturally rich of the Balearics with galleries and museums.
The Algarve is Portugal’s best known holiday region, famous for its year-round championship golf courses, lively social scene and beaches that range from broad swathes of golden sand to small, sheltered coves. You will still find little inland villages where time seems to have stood still and unspoilt fishing villages modestly fortified against any future Moorish invasion, where local restaurateurs queue at the quay to select the menu for the evening ahead.
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