The Golden View

The Golden View: Catalonia

It's hard to find a home as close to the beach as this one, which makes The Golden View so special. The communal areas open up to a bright view of the sea, and most of the cafes and restaurants in the area are appropriately marine-themed – so get ready for lots of seafood and paella. The interior is simple but comfortable with a unique layout that offers plenty of spots to hang out in and enjoy the view.

Home truths:
* One of the bathrooms has no ventilation or natural light
* The two of the single bedrooms were originally children's rooms – and it shows
* The walls are quite thin, which might be bothersome as the bedrooms are next to each other
* Although the kitchen is well-equipped with appliances, it doesn't have the basic cooking ingredients
* This home doesn't have a manual, but the host is working on putting one together
* The air conditioning is only present in the master bedroom and the living room
* The only parking available is public, and therefore payable