Mr & Mrs Smith

Amid the emerald and lemon expanse of fields, trees, sierras and sun-bleached tufts, the white walls of the Lodge Ronda glimmer invitingly, promising sanctuary and seclusion. The self-catering sister to boutique Andalucian hotel La Fuente de la Higuera is a seven-bedroom property in the heart of the rippling Ronda region. Kitted out with understated elegance and rustic simplicity, the relaxed living areas, outdoor pool, sun-soaked terraces, sprawling gardens and airy bedrooms with wooden four-poster beds will ensure you spend every minute soaking up the laid-back ambience.

The studio beneath the lounge is perfect for a spot of yoga; after your exertions, treat yourself to a massage at the spa. If you’re feeling adventurous, try a sugar and flower or sea salt and citrus peel. Don’t spend too long on the beauty table though – there’s all of Ronda to explore, a host of bodegas to sip through and local specialities to feast upon. You’re perfectly placed for a Spanish adventure here, with Seville, Cordoba, Granada and Málaga just two hours’ drive away, while Marbella’s beachside beauty will keep the bikini-and-trunks contingent happy. At the end of a long, sun-soaked day of exploring, the Lodge Ronda’s laidback atmosphere, unfussy decor and poolside and terrace hangouts will relax and revive you.