Energy & Ease

Energy & Ease: Andalusia

This stylish, yet serene home in central Granada is flooded with natural light courtesy of near floor to ceiling windows and glass doors out on to the wrap around terrace. Featuring a fully equipped kitchen and breakfast counter, creatively furnished living cum dining room and beautiful bedrooms, each with access to the terrace, this southern Spanish home offers views of the surrounding city including the imposing Isabel la Católica church. Located at the heart of this grandiose yet gritty city, you’ll find the colossal cathedral, one of the largest in the country; the Royal Chapel, an elaborate Isabelline-Gothic style mausoleum; and the Alcaicería, home of the Great Bazaar, now selling clothes, souvenirs and jewellery, all within walking distance. Be sure to stop for tapas and a glass or two of sweet local wine at one of the local restaurants on the plaza de Isabel la Católica, mere moments away, before heading home for a nightcap on the terrace.

Home truths:
*Parking in Granada can be tricky, so we recommend sticking to the easily accessible public transport where possible – though we think the best way to see the city is on foot *Your host can provide a cot for free upon request *The entrance to this home is shared with the building's other residents *This home is in a central spot, so noise is to be expected *Though there isn't a dedicated desk here, the dining table doubles up as a laptop-friendly workspace *This home may be better suited to early risers – there are only thin curtains in the bedrooms, so expect the natural light to wake you up