It felt as if we were embarking on a great adventure, our modern lives disappearing in the rear view mirror while ahead of us Borja (Dora's husband) was leading us deeper and deeper into the spectacular north Menorcan landscape. At every twist or junction he was careful to slow down to make sure we would remember where to go when we next drove solo. Eventually we turned onto a dirt road, Borja's car now creating huge clouds of dust as we sped onwards. Then, in a moment that could only have been penned by Ian Fleming, a substantial electric gate in the middle of nowhere slid to one side, allowing us onto a private road. A mile further we passed a palm tree resembling a giant pineapple (an electronic listening device perhaps?) onwards through another gate and then deep into a Mediterranean pine forest where the road curved steeply up the hill upon which Borja's house sits.

As the engines of our cars rattled to a stop and the last wisps of dust cleared we were excited to discover our new home; a beautifully renovated Finca nestled in the remote and secluded hills and just half a mile from one of Menorca's most exclusive beaches.

This was to be our hideaway for the next 2 weeks. Immersed in nature and with nothing but the birds and the bees to keep us company we embraced the isolation. And not a phone signal in sight. Bliss!

To the nuts and bolts ... Borja and Dora have tastefully brought to life their old farmhouse - great beds, showers, a kitchen with plenty of utensils and a TV for those who need it. The master bedroom has spectacular views across the wooded valley at the rear but the jewel is the first floor sitting room offering stunning views across the valley and sea.

Outside there is grand marble table - which became the centrepiece of our days - again offering the same stunning view across the valley and shaded from the midday sun. There is plenty of space for little ones and it's a great opportunity to explore the natural world.

Borja is magnificent, a tour-de-force, keen to ensure his guests have the best time possible and with an impeccable eye for detail.

His house is a remarkable place and our stay there will remain with us forever - thank you for allowing us into your home.

A stay here should be on anyone's Airbnb bucket list!