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From rugged peaks to picturesque walking trails, the Pyrenees mountains of Catalonia present a heady mix of wildlife, flora, fauna, and spectacular scenery. But this rocky wilderness is not short of quaint towns and villages. Your traditional house in the old town of Vielha allows you to experience local life in the mountains, around a five-minute stroll from the River Garonne, passing Sant Miquèu church en route.This settlement certainly has an old-world vibe, and this home doesn’t exactly make up for lost time. Rustic, understated furnishings take pride of place in the living space, alongside cowhide upholstery and a vintage clock. The natural world also comes into play, with exposed stonework and rich wooden floors. It feels somewhere between a ski chalet and mountain cottage, with sloped ceilings supported by pine beams telling a story of the ages.Once you’ve explored every floor of the home, open up the French windows in the lounge...More Details
Dream of Sunshine
Taino Lounge
Walking lush, green trails and spotting wildlife in the mountains is certainly something you can experience up in the Pyrenees. However, when winter rolls in, this rugged region of Catalonia becomes a winter sports playground. Welcome to beautiful Baqueira. With the Baqueira Beret ski slopes and lifts less than 200 metres from your front door, this home is perfectly poised to entertain snowsports enthusiasts.As soon as you step inside, you'll notice the sophisticated blend of traditional and modern. The cow-print chairs and rich beams of the wooden ceilings create that old-world mountain vibe, while gilded, honey-comb lighting features and illustrated murals set the tone for the 21st century. With this in mind, the living space feels like a fantastic place to rest after hanging up your boots for the day. Sip regional wines on the chaise longue sofa, or even better – your private terrace.Behind sliding glass doors lies an incredible vist...More Details
The Singing Butler
Sweet Bluebell
Violet Willow
The Green Vine
Golden Sky
Wells - Mountains
Golden Eixample
Ivory Oasis
Stella by Starlight
Angel's Garden
Live like a local in this smart Barcelona apartment, located in the vibrant Eixample district. You'll love getting comfortable in the bright living room, perhaps opening a bottle of Spanish red wine, and planning your stay in the city. When you get hungry, you can whip up your favourite meal in the kitchen, before gathering around the chic glass table to enjoy your culinary creations – there are even a few flamingoes on the wall for company. However, we think the best part of this contemporary home has to be the balcony, a fantastic spot for people-watching and chilling out at all times of day. The surrounding area is famous for its modernist architecture, and you'll love wandering through the streets, dipping into local boutiques and cafés as you go. The breathtaking Parc Joan Miró is just a ten-minute walk away, where you'll find plenty of open space, while the Plaça d'Espanya is just a little further. And, with the nearest metro stat...More Details
Tunnel Of Love
Burnt Umber
Urban Glow
Fig Tree Retreat
Down the Flower Track
The Cabinet of the Hundred
The Cow Skin
Recycle Race
City Central
Located just two blocks from Barcelona’s iconic La Sagrada Familia, you’ll find this modern apartment. With three bedrooms, we think this is probably best suited to a family. The neighbourhood is mainly residential, although you can expect tonnes of tourists around Gaudí’s masterpiece, of course. The neighbourhood’s other impressive feature is the Sant Pau Hospital, which was given UNESCO World Heritage status in 1997. Between these two attractions sits Avinguda de Gaudí, where you can find locals stopping for a drink or doing some shopping. What's not to love? *Two of the bedrooms are quite dark*When we visited the Wi-Fi was very slow (only 7Mbps)*The third bedroom has two single beds and is extremely cosy (and by cosy, we mean small) -Hour Front DeskAir ConditioningBuzzer / Wireless IntercomCentral HeatingChild FriendlyCoffee MakerCooking EssentialsCot / CribDishwasherDryerDVD PlayerFridgeHair DryerHangersHigh ChairIronIroning Board...More Details
Catalan Cosmopolitan
Explorer's Map
Ramble Down La Rambla
The Modernist's Hideout
Honey - Spice