Description Sun & Fun: Chaparral

A mere five-minute walk from the beach and a short drive from Fuengirola Zoo and the Mijas Aquapark, this home is an ideal base for a family – albeit with two guests sleeping on the sofa bed in the living room. The cosy garden may be overlooked, but it’s a nice space to soak up the Spanish sun away from the busier shared terraces. Speaking of which, to cool off in the Costa del Sol heat, there’s a communal swimming pool to enjoy here, along with on-site restaurants when you don’t feel like cooking and fancy some authentic local cuisine.

Home truths:
*At full occupancy, two guests will be sleeping on the sofa bed in the living area.
*This home is situated on a resort, with shared amenities including communal swimming pools, a tennis court, a children’s playground, restaurants and a small supermarket. The swimming pools aren’t fenced, so children will need to be supervised at all times.
*If you're travelling with little ones, your host can provide a high chair for free. You'll need to request it in advance.
*The bedroom curtains here don't fully block out the sunlight. If you're hoping to enjoy a lie-in, you might want to pack an eye mask.
*The outdoor space is overlooked by neighbouring homes. It doesn't feel completely private.
*There’s free on-site parking available here.