Carmen Canary

This Puerto del Carmen villa is situated a short drive from Old Town Harbour, waterfront eateries and sandy beaches. Inside may be traditional in style, but it doesn't lack space – and with all the bedrooms on the ground floor, it would work well for guests with limited mobility. On the lower level, a ping-pong table will keep kids entertained, while the beamed loft upstairs makes for a lovely reading nook. That said, it's the terrace that caught our attention. With its private pool, dappled dining area and comfy lounge chairs, it's no wonder you'll spend most of your time here outside, soaking up the Canarian sun.

Home truths:
*All the bedrooms are on the ground floor – however, there's a sitting area in the loft and a lower-level games room that requires stairs
*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
*Guests have access to all areas of the home, apart from a lower ground floor that is used as a storage space
*There isn't air conditioning here, but all bedrooms come with fans for warm nights
*The dining table doubles as a laptop-friendly workspace
*On-street parking is available – we suggest hiring a car to make exploring easier
*Complimentary pool towels are included with your stay
*The nearest airport is in Arrecife, about 10.2 kilometres away