Oh là là… Christian Louboutin’s gorgeous hotel has a new addition to its collection. Two spectacular hidden villas that reflect Christian’s eclectic, treasure-filled aesthetic, offering a comfortable and privately luxurious retreat for four or six guests. Surrounded by nature, with their own garden, terrace and pool, these are the perfect places to unwind with loved ones in the beautiful Alentejo. The coast is just a stone’s throw away, and a personal concierge ensures that nothing is left to chance, so all you have to do is enjoy.
This Hideaway is a true retreat. Away from the crowds, it’s a place where you can truly unwind. It’s lovely during the quieter months, when the island is still quietly waking from its winter slumber – the time of year I visit. But it’s also the perfect escape when the island is inundated with visitors in the summer. The food is delicious, the service is excellent and the surroundings are enchanting.
Just an hour from Málaga, I discovered a hidden gem in Andalusia: a lovingly restored townhouse in a white mountain village. Here, craftsmanship, authenticity and comfort come together, and life naturally slows down. A place with a soul, where you don’t just stay, but truly become part of the village. A true Local Hideaway.
Gather your friends, family, acquaintances, remote co-workers or whoever else you want… because I’ve found you a beautiful house. A family project where daughter Lara, a talented interior designer, transformed the old aristocratic building into a wonderfully comfortable house for 10 people with 5 bedrooms and bathrooms. The garden is huge and has a pool, various seating areas and outdoor dining facilities. The kitchen is a dream!
And then there’s the location… within walking distance of my favourite Catalan city, Girona, with a plethora of good restaurants and a nature park in the hinterland. Okay, it’s not a cheap stay, but if you split the costs, you really do have a gem of a hideaway, I can guarantee you that!