Villa Majestuoso

The villa

Anyone serious about sun - seeking will love this secluded, south - facing villa. Surrounded by pine trees, Villa Majestuoso still manages to deliver panoramic verdant hillside views. Benefitting from that lovely Spanish sun all day, you're sure to be dining al fresco for breakfast, lunch and supper!

Upon arriving at this modern villa, you're instantly drawn to the outside. Floor to ceiling windows certainly brings the outside in, so you'll benefit from all the beautiful natural light. However, look a little closer, and you'll see cosy pockets of space. The living room, complete with a squashy sofa, armchairs and bookcase is the perfect space to seek out a little alone time, although you'll never be far from the social hub of the villa. It's open - plan design means the stylish kitchen and dining area are always within gin 'n' tonic distance.

Move past the impressive staircase, and you'll be in the stylish kitchen with its wonderful glass splashback, which in the daylight offers more sun, and in the evening is strewn with fairy lights - the perfect backdrop to enjoy a meal in the evening. All the bedrooms are individually styled, but if you have children, the room with single beds is sure to amaze. Outside you'll find Roman steps leading down into the vivid blue - tiled pool along with shady dining spaces and stylish sun loungers which make the ideal accompaniment.

If you can manage to pull yourself away from Villa Majestuoso, the sandy beach at Tamariu is a short walk away. Acknowledged by many as one of the finest beaches on the Costa Brava, it is well worth a visit. Its sandy shores offer the perfect day trip for families, and with a promenade boasting restaurants, bars and beach shops - you won't have to move very far to get all you need for a day at the beach.

According to the British Telegraph newspaper, the beach at Tamariu ranks as one of the best beaches on the Costa Brava. Embraced by pine - clad headlands, the horseshoe - shaped beach is very pretty, family - friendly and sheltered.

Just behind the beach is the pedestrian promenade, where there are some cafes, restaurants and beach gear shops. Parents can happily while away a little time in the shade, sipping whatever they fancy, with their children, only yards away from them, play safely on the sand.

It probably won’t be the first time you’ve heard of it, in this neck of the woods, but Tamariu was originally a small fishing village. It has definitely retained some of its charm and identity, and its beautiful south facing sandy bay offers a romantic destination for lovers. It’s also a good choice for families seeking a quieter Costa Brava resort.

The activity in the village will peak in August, but as yet there aren’t any English bars or breakfasts. Neither are their high - rise hotels on the landscape, only a blend of greens, blues and sandy shades with pretty whitewashed buildings in the foreground.