Mi Pueblo Blanco

Channelling all the glitz and glamour of the Marbella region, this newly-built penthouse with a shared swimming pool to boot, offers seaside living as its most luxurious. Set in the charming coastal town of San Pedro de Alcántara, with the swish neighbouring cousins of Puerto Banús and Marbella close by, the location is hard to beat.

Inside, the decor of this home is stylish and luxurious – expect lots of neutrals, sumptuous beds, and marble-clad bathrooms. But that oh-so-spacious private terrace is what's getting us hot under the collar. Sunny mornings (of which there will be many) call for lazy brunches under the shade of the retractable pergola (mimosa, anyone?), followed by a sun-worshipping session on the loungers.

When it's time to beat the heat, the shared swimming pool with a children's area will be a hit for a cooling dip, or pack up a beach bag and hit the coast. Some of Marbella's most glorious sandy coves, including the famed Puerto Banús, are just a short drive away. Or keep things local and amble down the wide Avenida del Marques del Duero flanked by palm trees leading to the shores of San Pedro Playa (one kilometre away). Its golden sands back by chiringuitos serving the freshest seafood imaginable might be all the holiday feels you need.

Home truths:
*There is allocated garage parking at this home
*You’ll share an entrance at this apartment building
*This home is located on the third floor with lift access
*There are no internal steps within this home
*The communal pool and children’s pool are shared
*There's laptop-friendly workspaces in this home
*You’ll find a supermarket 200 metres away to pick up essentials
*You'll need to bring your own toiletries with you to use during your stay
*Please note the host does not accept groups under the age of 23