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For history-lovers, the world-famous castle at Velez Blanco (below) and the monastery at Saliente (above) are an easy drive away and Granada is an ideal day trip. Visit in May and you’ll see the Alhambra gardens, (right) in full bloom.

The Cortijo and (The Holiday Farmhouse) have been renovated to a high standard and offer good-sized rooms, traditional beamed ceilings and fireplaces. They are comfortable, full of character and stylishly furnished, with some antiques and original paintings.