i have a house in southern spain and go there on my own. in fact i am off this sunday for a month.there is such a lot to do and see.the weather is glorious and of course it stays light till well after 10 pm. although i have neighbours and see the ladies during the day if i want to, i am not really included in very much socially as i am a 'single'. maybe an apartment would be better because the you have a reason to try different resturants each evening or if you have been out for the day you can cook something and sit outside and read or whatever.do be prepared that if you go anywhere that has the euro currency,the prices have risen very very much. even the food in the supermarket is usually double what we pay here and thats local produce.i have seen 160 tea bags for £7.enjoy whatever you decide.