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Five unique and beguiling European getaways

23 January 2019
Cycladic private island in Greece

Europe! Cradle of Western civilisation as we know it and home to such a vast array of countries, languages and cultures.

It goes without saying that the accommodation you’ll find in places like Spain, Greece and Italy can be equally as beguiling as the people, from uber-cool architect-designed pads to curvaceous cave dwellings, private island retreats where sunsets are the only dictator, and rustic eco cottages with endless rolling hills to admire.

Seduced yet? Don’t just take our word for it. Allez-y, vamonos, avanti towards European holiday heaven…

Macaronesian Eco Suites Caves

San Cristobal de la Laguna, Tenerife, Spain
Live in harmony with the natural world in a Tenerife cave suite steeped in rustic luxury and just a short drive from the beach.
Bedrooms: 2
Sleeps: 4
From
£145 / night

Cycladic Private Island

Cyclades, Greece
A luxurious and versatile retreat for secluded holidays and large group celebrations amongst clear turquoise waters and soft sand, infused with the magical myth and legend of ancient Greece.
Bedrooms: 10
Sleeps: 20+
From
£59,725 (7nt)

Cuevas Las Nubes

Albalate de Zorita, Guadalajara, Spain
Rest your head in a cloud-like cave for two, set close to Madrid in the rural heart of Spain's La Alcarria.
Bedrooms: 1 per cave
Sleeps: 2 per cave
From
£107 / night

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