OMG I Want to Rent This House: Seville
The Daily Beast presents a look at one of the most insane houses in the world.
When you imagine your next trip to Sevilla, your visions may conjure nights twirled away in your best approximation of the flamenco or evenings that require rolling home after stuffing yourself with tapas. But whether your dream Spanish vacation involves museums, music, or loads of jamón, one thing stays the same: however you intend to spend your time, you need a holiday flat that will fulfill all of your bohemian fantasies.
One of the coolest things about Seville, the capital of Andalusia, is the tapestry of cultural traditions that are woven throughout the area. Over hundreds of years, Muslim, Christian, and Jewish rulers and residents have all left their stamp on the city’s culture and shockingly good looks.
This is your mission should you choose to accept it: craft the perfect tapas dishes inspired by the city that some believe birthed this tradition. Or give up your heroic pursuits (and working in this gorgeous kitchen) and instead enjoy the creations of the experts on an epic tapas crawl.
At the obligatory final feast for all of your globetrotting mejores amigos, it is a requirement that pitchers of tinto de verano be consumed. What is this mouthwatering elixir, you ask? Tinto de verano is a local Andalusian specialty similar to sangria. Bottoms up!
The best tête-à-têtes occur when at least one party is in motion. Make sure you call dibs on this indoor swing as soon as possible.
This bedroom—one of the villa’s five—is proof that the most enjoyable dreams come when you are swathed in soothing neutrals. Though we must admit, it’s hard to distinguish between dreams and real life when you’re living it up in Sevilla.
Nothing says old-world cool like a freestanding copper tub. Grab a copy of Don Quixote, settle into the suds, and get ready to ride out on a hometown adventure all from the comfort of your bath.
If you think this bed looks comfortable now, just wait until you’re seeing it after a long night hitting the flamenco clubs. While you can always pick up the steps mid-whirl, may we suggest novices indulge in a lesson before diving into the deep end of the dance floor?
Feel free to let this gorgeous tile inspire your Spanish shopping spree. We hope you bought an extra suitcase…
Sevilla is swimming in UNESCO World Heritage sites, not to mention palaces and plazas and cathedrals and bell towers, oh my! But don’t let the frenzy of sightseeing get in the way of some good old-fashioned vacation vegging.
And by vacation vegging, we mean plenty of time spent bubbling away in your private jacuzzi with a glass of Spain’s finest. Though ifau natural is more your style, check out the local thermal baths.
At only $560/night, you and your nine closest friends can spend some quality time on your very own rooftop terrace pretending that you are members of the worldly expat group who now call Sevilla home. You know what they say: if you believe in your vision enough, you may just make it come true.
