Sitting on a sun-soaked terrace sipping cocktails in a new city is surely one of life’s greatest pleasures? This apartment, found in the peaceful suburb of L’Hospitalet de Llobregat, has a fabulous terrace with room for dining as well as lazing in the sunshine.

The Mercat de Collblanc is just six minutes away on foot, so stroll there to pick up the freshest produce in town for a feast in the sunshine. Call into the tapas bars in the Art Deco market for inspiration, and make sure you grab a bottle of wine to really get into the spirit of Barcelona.

Inside, the apartment has plenty of charm too. The light from the terrace pours into the living space so it’s bright and airy, the perfect place to unwind after a day spent seeing the sights. The bedrooms are similarly tranquil, and as you’re slightly outside of the centre, you don’t need to worry about noise – you’ll get a good night’s sleep here.

When you’re ready to head into the heart of Barcelona, stroll six minutes to the Torrassa metro stop. You can be sipping coffee in Plaza Espana in sixteen minutes, or admiring the art at the Recinte Modernista de Sant Pau in twenty-six minutes. Gaudi’s architectural masterpieces in the Gothic Quarter are twenty-nine minutes away. Everything is within easy reach of the apartment, but you’re nicely tucked away from the touristy crowds – it’s the perfect setup for a city break.


Home truths:
*Two guests can be accommodated on the sofa bed in the living room

*This home is spread over two floors with no internal lift

*Your host owns multiple apartments in this building, so the exact furnishings, layout and view may vary

*There's a desk in one of the single bedrooms if you need to catch up on some work during your stay

*The entrance to this home is shared with the building's other residents

*A cot and high chair are available at this home