Casa Bougainvillea

In the hills behind Marbella, this pretty, whitewashed house has beautiful views, and chic modern interiors. The bones of the house are traditionally Andalusian: think smooth terracotta floors, wooden shutters, and white walls. Meanwhile in the living space, chic mid-century modern furniture adds a contemporary feel. The sitting room leads out onto a large terrace with plenty of areas to relax in the sun and shade. Start the day with breakfast outside while you soak up the view down to the sea. The apartment leads down to the residents’ garden, with perfectly manicured lawns, lush plant life and a communal swimming pool where you can cool off and relax on a deck chair.

You could easily spend all day admiring the gardens and splashing around in the water, but there’s plenty to explore nearby too. Golf lovers rejoice: Nueva Andalucía is the golf valley of the Costa del Sol, and there are a range of breathtaking courses within easy reach from the apartment, with the mountains as a backdrop. The house is a short drive from the sandy beach at Puerto Banus. Come evening, make the journey into Marbella, where you’ll find excellent restaurants and buzzy beach bars. Alternatively, take advantage of the unparalleled views from your terrace and watch the sun set over the mountains, preferably with a cocktail in hand.

Home truths:
*Parking is available here
*This home is set across two floors with stairs
*While your terrace is private, the pool and gardens are shared