Spanish Desert

Spanish Desert: Madrid

Unique artwork hangs on the walls and verdant plants decorate the living space – we fell in love at first glance of this intimate home. The warm blend of the Saharan colour scheme welcomes you into the avant-garde style, tinged with hints of Spanish exuberance. It's an interior that oozes with elegance.

You could be tempted to marvel at the luxurious, wooden furnishings and cute kitchen counter for weeks – we wouldn't blame you. However, the glistening metropolis of Madrid has a wealth of cool bars and sumptuous restaurants to sample.

We recommend heading to the enlivening centre to mingle with the locals and wander around the striking scenery. Try tasty tapas dishes and wash them down with a fresh glass of sangria. For the night owls, Madrid flourishes into a buzzing wave of energy and excitement once the sun sets.

If you want a slower pace of life, meander through the local parks or sip your morning coffee at an authentic cafe. If you want to catch up on some emails or do some writing, there's a dedicated workspace in the apartment to get your creative juices flowing.


Home truths:
* The working desk is in the third bedroom – you can use it as a study room if you only need to use two bedrooms
* The host doesn't allow parties at the premises
* You'll need to bring your own toiletries or buy some from a local shop
*There is only air conditioning in some rooms
*Because of the location, some city noise should be expected – light sleepers might want to bring earplugs just in case