Benalmádena, Costa del Sol, Spain

Paul fell in love with this part of the Costa del Sol 12 years ago and he and husband Shaun holiday here as often as they can. Now in a position to buy their very own place in Benalmádena, Laura Hamilton lines up 5 impressive options for their £250,000 budget. As Shaun can't travel due to work commitments, their best pal Tina helps in the search – but will any impress enough for them to make an offer?