Almiral de la Font is a luxuriously restored masia just south of Barcelona in Spain that sleeps 24 persons. Staying at Almiral is a unique experience: renovated with great care and attention to detail, this beautiful ‘masia’ (Catalan manor house), offers high-tech modern comforts whilst retaining the historic charm and character of the original building. Continued...

If an authentic French chateau is what you seek, look no further. This stately chateau is a superb example of Renaissance architecture, was built for a Prussian prince and his wife in 1797 ~ on sixteenth century foundations ~ to provide a place to entertain the elite of Europe. Located a mere fifteen minutes from Blois and convenient to many of the grand châteaux of the Loire, this property sits on forty acres of meadows and ancient oak woods, which is then surrounded by 4000 acres of forest with a network of paths for walking, cycling and riding. All of the oak in this French chateau came from that forest! Continued...

Chateau le Breuil Rochereux is a lovely castle appartment in the beautiful Loire area. Small, private castle, an ancient fief appertaining to the Château of Loches. Surrounded by woodland, the castle overlooks the river Indrois and is close to the forest of Loches, favourite hunting ground of the French kings. The historic ambience of the place, the green and tranquil setting, visits to the great Loire châteaux, long walks exploring the countryside or fishing for pike in the private river, will make for unforgettable holidays. The owner, a British architect, will help you discover secret and unexpected Touraine. Continued...

Luxury villa close to Barcelona and Sitges that sleeps up to 17 guests. Constructed in 1913, Clos la Plana is an exceptional example of the Art Nouveau / Catalan Modernist architecture. It has been the site of a country house for centuries and has been registered as a protected building by the Catalan government. An elegant tower provides a spectacular view of the surrounding countryside. Continued...