This three-bedroom Cypriot home has lots to recommend it – boasting a terrace, private pool, barbecue, and alfresco dining area. While the interior design is immaculate, it isn’t what you’d call unique – though the floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors in the open-plan living space are a real plus point. Location-wise it’s hard to beat with Protaras’s beaches, boutiques, bars and restaurants only a 5-minute walk away. Vrissiana Beach, which offers a variety of family-friendly activities and a selection of water sports, is also within easy reach.

Home truths:
*There’s free, private parking on the driveway here
*You'll have your own private entrance
*This home is spread over two floors, with no internal lift – it may not be suitable for those with limited mobility
*Your host can provide a complimentary cot and high chair – this must be requested at the time of booking, and you’ll need to bring your own cot linen
*The swimming pool isn’t fenced, so children will need to be supervised at all times
*There’s an outdoor shower here
*Though there isn't a dedicated desk here, the dining table doubles up as a laptop-friendly workspace
*You'll need to bring your own toiletries with you to use during your stay