As we entered the villa a dream began. A gate of flowers opened up onto a garden of palm trees and patios. The artificial grass risked being kitsch but somehow worked, making the Northern Europeans among us feel at home. We were met by a friendly young lady named Emma. Despite us being late her charm and grace had not diminished and her friendly warm smile made us feel as if we had known her our entire lives, like old friends reunited. Her friendly charm did not compromise her practical efficiency at explaining how everything worked, where we could get stuff from the supermarket, access to the beach etc. If we forgot, no worries, a well laid out information pack was available. Each room was spacious and regal. We awoke each morning feeling like Iberian kings and queens from past centuries. Wifi connection was good. Despite oozing rustic charm the villa was equipped with all kinds of modern equipment, lights, a TV, ipod speakers, a washing machine and an energy efficient cooker. The location was fantastic, despite being not that close to the beach, when one scanned over the surrounds from the balcony one could see other villas similar but inferior to ours stretching to the horizon like a metropolis of holiday magic. This property may be most suitable for those who rent a car. Nonetheless I would highly recommend this place to anybody!