Who would have told Tolkien that his works would boost some towns in rural Spain? One of them is Moradillo de Roa, which in recent years has gained attention after several media outlets compared its ethnographic complex to a hobbit village. Although the link to The Lord of the Rings has helped raise its profile, Moradillo de Roa does not depend on such comparisons to stand out. The town in the Ribera del Duero region of Burgos was close to disappearing, but in 2015, everything changed thanks to El Cotarro wine and its unique ethnographic complex of 157 cellars and 7 wine presses.

Retirement is a golden age – a time to rest and enjoy life, spend time with family, start long-postponed projects and live in a comfortable, practical home.Follow idealista/news on the WhatsApp channel (in Spanish)In this article, we have gathered a selection of property opportunities – flats with l

Panoramic views, vast square footage and a price tag to match – the most expensive penthouse currently for sale in Barcelona is listed at €7 million in one of the city's most exclusive neighbourhoods: Pedralbes, where average property prices reach €8,761 per square metre. The residence features two large terraces, the upper of which is home to its crowning glory: a private swimming pool.

Prefabricated homes are gaining ground in Spain as a cost-effective alternative to traditional housing – with models like the VERA S offering 132 m² across two floors and four bedrooms for just €35,995, appealing to families seeking space and value.

Several autonomous communities in Spain have introduced tax reductions in 2026 to make home purchases more accessible. These measures mainly affect Property Transfer Tax (ITP), which applies to the purchase of second-hand homes.

In recent years, as occupied properties have increased in Spain, a curious trend has emerged – more people are buying homes with squatters, drawn by their below-market prices. But is it really a good idea?

Some people enjoy weekend breaks in medieval villages – others dream of living in one or buying a second home. If that sounds like you, read on. Here we highlight a selection of medieval villages with affordable houses for sale, including Alpuente in Valencia, once a Taifa stronghold defended by El Cid, and Cacabelos in the heart of El Bierzo in León.

Spain is a land of contrasts, from rugged mountains to idyllic beaches.

One of the fastest-growing trends in prefabricated housing is the use of shipping containers to build homes. These properties are eco-friendly, highly customisable, affordable, quick to construct and exceptionally durable, making them an increasingly attractive option. Here, we explain everything you need to know about container homes.

Today, video surveillance cameras that allow recording or live viewing are available at relatively low cost. However, in a homeowners’ association, installing CCTV in common areas – such as hallways, courtyards or car parks – requires the formal approval from the association. Anyone wishing to place cameras on their façade that might capture images of communal spaces must therefore first obtain the consent from their neighbours.