Cornucopia

Located right in the centre of Madrid within walking distance of its cultural treasures, this apartment is its own gallery of miscellaneous wonders perched high above the pavements. Starting from the fuzzy caterpillar-like chaise lounge in the living room that sets the eclectic glamorous tone, this home puts just about everything in the mix, from boldly patterned wallpaper and towering palm plants to the Asian dresser in the living area and the bright blue countertop. It's fair to say that we loved it. A small balcony in one of the bedrooms was the cherry on the cake and is perfect for when you want a blast of fresh air on a stuffy afternoon. If you want to head out exploring, Museo Nacional del Prado is just over ten minutes' walk away, while Palacio de Cristal in the middle of Parque de el Retiro takes around twenty-five.

Home truths:
* As this home is located in a central area, street noise can be heard with the windows open
*A cot and high chair can be provided if required
*There's paid parking available off-premises, although Antón Martín underground station is less than five minutes' walk away
*Guests must be quiet between 9pm and 9am
*There's a lift to reach this apartment on the third floor, as well as a wheelchair ramp to bypass the steps before the entrance