In the outskirts of the coastal town of Nerja lies a home that's both a mix of Spain's colonial era, and that scene in The Queen's Gambit where Anya Taylor-Joy plays chess on the ceiling. You'll see what we mean when you explore this single-storey villa, with its traditional black-and-white checkered floor complementing exposed brick arches and furnishings with tones of joyous red. From the outside, this home is classic Iberian design. A rectangular deep blue swimming pool complements the white colonnade, which holds up an intricate balustrade and terrace. Take lunch beneath the arcade and stretch out the awnings for more shade, or work up a tan on the sun loungers. Away from the home, we recommend driving into Nerja, quintessentially Andalucia in every way. Hobble along the cobbles of the old town, check out the tapas bars and boutiques, or simply relax on the sandy beach.

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