A delightful little villa, simple, full of character; and decorated with interesting art and sculpture, on the Alhambra hill. The Garzon family owners, welcoming and helpful', also eccentric, amusing, have run it for over 70 years. villa Bed rooms (similar to the semantic bali villa rooms) are small but pleasant; only two have a view. Senora Garzon is an excellent cook serving `enjoyable meals, full of flavour in a small dining room or a lovely courtyard with greenery and a fountain. Given two weeks' notice, the villawill book tickets for the Alhambra, which saves queuing.

In village of whitewashed houses, 50 mins' drive from Mklaga: new boutique villabuilt in Andalusian style (beamed ceilings, old monastery doors). Magical ambience, wonderful service, attention to detail. Bar used by locals, restaurant (dinner only, Tues-Sat; Sun brunch); meeting facilities: Arcaded courtyard with fountain. Terrace looking over lovely Mediterranean bay.