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Babygoes2 recommends properties which are suitable for babies or toddlers for a variety of reasons (go to first stop). None of these properties however is 100% child-safe. All of the property descriptions are the opinion of BabyGoes2 and not the individual property owner or tour operator. Prices, while as accurate as possible, are for guidance only. Check late deals and members offers for any price reductions or offers.
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NEW! VILLAS...
We've recently discovered 2 collections of individual, superb villas in Menorca and France - too new to be on the site yet - click here with your party and date details for info. From around £800 per villa per week, many luxury properties, sleeping 4- 16.
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Luxury villas
There are some magnificently luxurious villas for rental, often complete with maid, cook, nanny, all over the world. The Caribbean excels at this kind of holiday, but Europe, Mauritius, Kenya have some wonderful options too. Some specialists we recommend have access to the most exclusive villa options anywhere in the world. So if you're looking for a more intimate luxury experience, which gives you more space and flexibility than a hotel, consider a luxury villa.
Do take a look at the selection below and request a brochure or information on those that appeal. There are many more options than those listed however, and you are welcome to contact us, list your requirements and we'll come up with some suggestions for you. Our luxury villas range from £1000 per villa in Europe, to over £20,000 – so we will certainly have the villa to suit your requirements. Just click here
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Casa Munte Mare, Pinarellu southern Corsica |
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Casa Munte Mare, Pinarellu southern Corsica |
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Superb location just minutes walk from the sandy beach, shops and restaurants at Pinarellu, and only 5km from Ste Lucie de Porto Vecchio. Porto vecchio, with its shops, markets and wide range of restaurants and cafes itself is just 20km away. Pinarellu is gorgeous – unspoilt, white sand beach, azur crystal clear sea, good choice of waterfront restaurants. Casa Munte Mare offers the best of all worlds – just minutes walk from the sea and restaurants shops, but only a very short drive from larger towns, the beautiful Ospedale forest, and many of Corsica’s other stunning beaches. |
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Munte Mare is a unique property – very modern, with cutting edge design in both the exterior and interior, and will appeal to families who like smooth, clean lines and contemporary style. There’s a stylish sitting /dining room which opens out onto the decked terrace and pool (alarmed) with seaviews, a sleek open plan kitchen with every mod con, 2 double rooms with en suits on the ground floor, then a double en suite on the first floor with a balcony and fabulous views across the bay. A very contemporary annexe houses two almost ‘pod-like’ futher bedooms , reached by a bridge-like walkway. |
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Villa Rental Only, sleeps up to 8 people. Villa rental prices from £3650 to £5375 per week based on maximum occupancy. Flights can be arranged on request. |
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Le Sarrail, Near Carcassonne |
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Le Sarrail, Near Carcassonne, Languedoc Roussillion, south of France
www.lesarrail.com
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Set amongst the vineyards of the ‘Malpere’, a beautiful wine growing area in the south of France, with panoramic views of unspoilt countryside and a backdrop of the Pyrenees mountains you will find Le Sarrail, a hamlet of 3 luxury houses, each with private terrace and sharing their own heated pool.
Le Sarrail specialises in providing both parents and children with the perfect holiday. Along with the mid-century classic furniture pieces, luxurious Egyptian cotton sheets, WIFI and IPod docks, come a long list of nursery gear, a host of toys, and funky little log-cabin playhouse, not forgetting the stunning views from the heated outdoor pool, the elegant lines and chic loungers of which are very often accessorised with a collection of kiddie inflatables. Guest comments such as ''You have created such a perfect haven for children and grown ups alike that I'm not sure I want to tell anyone else about it - see you next year! (guests with 2 kids under 6yrs) mean that the summer months can often be booked up a year in advance. This is not only because the kids are so happy here with all that's provided for them, but also partly due to the 'hotel style' services that are offered, the extra services list is endless, practically anything can be arranged; on-site wine-tasting, massage, flights over the Pyrenées even a visiting photographer to capture your families happy, tanned holiday moments!
This stylish hideaway offers peace and tranquillity, though local amenities, aswell as kiddies park, tennis courts & fishing lake are found in the medieval hilltop village of Montréal only 5 minutes away. A quarter of an hour beyond Montréal lies the bustling fortified town of Carcassonne with its famous 12th Century castle 'La cité', festivals, jousting, markets, pavement cafés, shops & restaurants.
If you can bear to tear yourself away from Le Sarrail for longer there is so much to discover nearby; it's less than an hour from both the beautiful wide sandy beaches of the Mediterranean with its quaint fishing towns and the Pyrenean ski slopes. Only 20 minutes from the property you'll find Lake Cavayère (otherwise known as 'Carcassonne plage') with it's stunning scenery & stroller-friendly walks, sandy beach and little boats is only 20 minutes and for the more active there's 'Acro Branch' (for kids of all ages & adults) where you literally swing from the trees or there's the Australia Park, this is always a memorable day out for the kids. Forty minutes drive will find you in the foothills of the Pyrenées perfect for picnics with its breaktaking gorges, canoeing, rafting, climbing, hiking, the 'Wolf Park', Dinosaur Museum or just take in the scenery the many stunning mountain towns & villages. Staying closer to home, the tree-lined canal du midi is only 10 minutes from the property and is the perfect shady place to go on a hot day with little ones, whether you hire a little boat or cycle along the footpath, it's a memorable experience. |
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Each house is indvididually designed, but all have the same airy and relaxed and feel.
The ground floor areas are light, spacious and semi-open plan with fully equipped kitchen, dining area with table & seating and a comfortable lounge area with flat screen TV, DVD player & wood burning stove. All the houses have been meticulously thought out, and all have high quality fully equipped kitchens, 5 ring gas stove, dishwasher, giant fridge-freezer, microwave, washine machine and a private furnished terrace with gas BBQ. Upstairs, the master bedrooms have comfortable kingsize beds and ensuite facilities. Twin bedded, single and bunkbed rooms share a family bathroom (with tub) and all towels (including pool towels) and hairdryers are provided.
Maison Citron & Maison Figue can inter-connect if required on the ground floor level and the divison between the two terraces can be folded back. The two houses would then sleep 11 - ideal for larger groups or two families holidaying together. |
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The pool area shared by the houses is fenced with a child-proof gate, for extra peace of mind and security the pool has an electronically operated safety cover. It is heated from Easter through to November to a temperature perfect for babies and toddlers, there also are plenty of inflatables for use in the pool as well as more than enough sunbeds to lounge on.
The shady 1000 sq ft barn is always popular with adults and kids alike. Crammed with ride-ons, baby-foot and other games the kids can make friends, while parents can chill out, sip a cold drink and gaze at the view.
Le Sarrail prides itself on service, offering to arrange just about anything you could want; delicious organic French meals delivered to your door, on-site massage, reflexology & yoga, wine-tasting, baby-sitting aswell as bike hire, flying over the Pyrénees' cathar castles, health & fitness training, skiing lessons – the list is endless.
The owners have a wealth of knowledge of the area and nothing is too much for them; reservations at the wonderful nearby restaurants – from little French bistros to Michelin starred restaurants – to white water rafting & sailing, they are happy tailor-make your holiday with you and suggest activities that will suit your whole family.
A very generous welcome pack awaits you at Le Sarrail; bread, milk, butter, cheese, ham, cereal selection, biscuits, wine & beers to name but a few of the things you'll find in your kitchen. |
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The saying goes 'if the kids are happy, then the parents are happy' well, that's certainly true of the families that have stayed here. The main attractions being bouncing on the 14 trampoline (with security net), the log cabin stuffed with toys, swings (including baby swing), ride-ons, babminton, petanque, of course the pool with its inflatables but most of all the three freindly cats and one very greedy dog!
A selection of books, games, pens & paper & DVD's can also be found in each house aswell as kids cookbook for a bit of messy entertainment!
For little ones, there's no need to bring all the baby paraphanalia, everthing can be provided; stairgates, cot, bedguard, highchair, booster seat, lightweight pushchair, baby-sling, steriliser, hand blender, rocker chair, walker, baby playmat, baby bath, non-slip bath mat, toddler stools, changing mat, blackout curtains, matress protector, nightlights, UV tent for pool or beach use, plastic crockery, cutlery & sippy cup, & potty – if they've forgotton anything let them know and they will do their best to get it for you! |
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1 hour from Toulouse airport - British Airways, Easyjet, Flybe & Jet2
Rail – TGV to Toulouse or Narbonne or Avignon
Ferry - Dover to Calais, will then take around 11 hour drive |
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Prices per week depending on season:
Maison Figue (sleeps 5 plus cot) - €1200 rising to €1950
Maison Citron (sleeps 6 plus cot) - €1300 rising to €2050
Maison Cypres (sleeps 8 plus cot) - €1600 rising to €2550
Price includes linen & towels.
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Les Mesenges, Cotes D’Azur |
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Les Mesenges, Cotes D’Azur |
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A modern Italian style villa in perfect location with lovely grounds, tennis court, and large fenced pool, close to the village of Le Rouet and only 10 miles from the beaches as well as Cannes and Nice –so a very quick transfer from Nice airport.
The large living spaces and good outside areas make it ideal for families with children. A great house for groups of friends or extended families.
The villa offers a relaxing atmosphere, and is still well placed to enjoy the Cote d'Azur or for a foray into the old villages which abound in the hinterland, and a short drive to the coast and its night life. |
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There is a large living room with several patio doors that lead to the garden and poolside. Master bedroom, 3 sets of ensuite twin rooms and a bunk room. All decorated in Provence style with light colours, pretty furniture, terracotta tiles, gives the villa an airy feel. Maid service included, tennis lessons available on request. |
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Hard surface tennis court (rackets/balls not provided), pool house with shower room, WC, barbecue. Covered terrace for dining. Feature fountain in courtyard (emptied in summer, or on request). |
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1.5 hr flight from the UK, Cannes, Nice airport 15 miles |
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From £2670 to £4590 per week for the villa. |
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La Pinede, Cap Benat, Bay of St Tropez |
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La Pinede, Cap Benat, Bay of St Tropez |
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Fantastic hard to beat location in a private estate, set in pine forests just 200m from the beach lovely beach at Cap Bernat. This Peninsula (summer home of the French President) is set just outside the beautiful village of Bormes Les Mimosas, about 30 mins south of St Tropez. This is the South of France as you’d imagine it – beautiful, unmanicured beaches backed by pine forests, winding tree lined roads leading to vineyards, small towns and villages full of cafes, great food, markets, interesting shops – but without the crowds (and traffic, in high season) of the Cannes/St Tropez stretch of coastline. Paradis des Pins is just 5 kims from both Bormes Village, Bormes Les Mimosas and Le Lavendou - and form the lovely beaches of the Bregancon peninsula. St Tropez , Grimaud etc within easy reach. Just 20 mins from the airport of Toulon, and 150km from Marseille, 180km from Nice. With lovely gardens and surrounded by pin forests. |
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A new, spacious and very stylish (calm, neutral tones) house. An open plan living/dining/kitchen room opens onto a pretty terrace, which in turn opens onto the lawned gardens and swimming pool. There is one bedroom on the ground floor, then 2 twins(one ensuite) and a single room with bunk beds ideal for children. There is a further bathroom shared beween the twin and single bedroom. It’s just a 200 m walk to the lovely sandy beach, and the added security of being located on a private estate. |
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everything you’d need: washing machine, dishwasher, microwave, TV (freeview cable) wiFi internet, CD and DVD players, barbecue and boules pitch |
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1.5 hr flight from the UK, and transfer time from 30 mins, depending on airport. 20 mins from the airport of Toulon, and 150km from Marseille, 180km from Nice. |
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from £1725 (low season) to £2490 May/June , to £4745 peak season per week, villa rental only. |
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Villa Vignasses, Cote d'azur |
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Villa Vignasses, Biot, Cote d’Azur |
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Situated less than 1 mile from the centre of Biot, one of the most delightful villages along this stretch of coast, renowned for its glassblowing industry. From the foot of the hill a free shuttle bus takes you to the centre of the village.
Antibes has a traditional Mediterranean sea port, encircled by ramparts, with a weekly Provencal market. There are numerous narrow streets with restaurants, pavement cafes, shops and a medieval castle, now devoted to the works of Picasso.
Also within easy reach are Nice and Monaco on the coast, and inland, Vence and St. Paul de Vence. Children may enjoy a trip to the butterfly museum, children's farm, aquasplash or marineland. |
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This modern holiday villa sleeps 8 people and is hi-tech in style and very well-equipped with lovely light rooms opening fully onto the garden and swimming pool, allowing the indoor and outdoor living spaces to merge into one. A water feature cascades gently into the pool to bring a feeling of tranquility to the garden.
Ground floor: Spacious open plan living/dining room and kitchen, (TV, DVD, video, CD). Three large patio doors open the dining and living areas completely to the garden and swimming pool. Electric sun blinds. The kitchen is well equipped and modern. Guest WC. Master bedroom (1.60m), air-conditioned, (TV, DVD), integral shower room, French door to garden.
First floor: (via partially open-sided stairs). Two double bedrooms (1.40m), both air-conditioned. Separate bathroom with Jacuzzi bath, WC.
Basement: Double bedroom (1.60m), (TV, video, playstation). Separate shower room, WC. Games room with billiard table. |
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Cot and highchair available. Children’s swings and slide in garden |
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Up to £5,200 high season per week, villa only, based on a maximum occupancy of 8 people. Prices for low and mid season much lower. |
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Le Nid d'Alouettes, nr Biarritz |
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Le Nid d’Alouettes, Bidart, nr Biarritz |
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Bidart is a charming Basque town with the typical timbered architecture of the region. Nearby is Biarritz, a very smart, upmarket town with fine shops all facilities,and fantastic beaches – great for surfing (or learning to!). Further north is Bayonne with its old quarter where you can sip a cup of the renowned local hot chocolate. To the south lies the fashionable seaside resort of St Jean de Luz, still an active fishing port.
There are many sports and activities in the region of this beautiful villa Biarritz, including golf, surfing, hang-gliding, horse riding, mountain biking and hiking as well as an aquarium and sea museum and numerous thalassotherapy centres. |
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This villa is something quite special - truly stylish, modern and beautiful, it’s set in tranquil Basque countryside just outside the small town of Bidart with wonderful views of the Atlantic Ocean. Built 12 years ago, modern architecture and cutting edge design is enhanced by contemporary furnishings and state of the art equipment. Open plan living areas, galleried ceilings and the use of glass throughout the house create space and light.
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Ground floor: Large, open-plan living/dining room and kitchen (TV in kitchen), central fireplace, bar area, patio doors to covered dining terrace. Study. Cinema room (large projector screen, TV, DVD, Video and surround sound which extends to terrace). Cloakroom & guest WC.
First floor: Master double bedroom (2m), (TV, DVD, video), sea views, ensuite bathroom with walk-in shower, WC, ensuite dressing room. Twin/double bedroom, ensuite bathroom, WC. Children's bedroom (2 sets of 0.90m bunk beds), ensuite bathroom, WC.
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Upper ground floor/entrance level: Open mezzanine with double bed.
Lower ground floor: Open-plan living/dining room and kitchen (TV,DVD,CD), Patio doors to covered terrace, sea views. Master double bedroom, french doors to terrace. Shower room. Separate WC. Single bedroom, french doors to terrace.
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Self-contained, open-plan living area with bunk beds, (TV,DVD), kitchenette . Shower room, separate WC. Stairs to first floor double bedroom, low sloping ceiling, sea views.
Grounds: 8 acres of grounds. Steps from terrace down to pool. Pool house with fully equipped gym (all equipment used at own risk - no under 16s allowed), sauna, shower cubicle & WC. Covered outdoor dining terrace with portable charcoal barbecue and grill. Large sloping gardens with basketball practise court (half court) and children's play area. A maid service 3 times a week is included. |
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Cot and highchair available. Large sloping gardens with basketball practise court (half court) and children's play area |
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From £6,630 to £13,225 depending on season per week, villa only, based on a maximum occupancy of 14 people. |
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Villa Volante, La Croix Valmer |
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Villa Volante, La Croix Valmer |
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Superb, sought-after South of France location in a quiet and private residential area overlooking Gigaro beach. A 10-15 minute walk brings you down to the beautiful beach with a selection of water sports, bars and restaurants, and St Tropez is only 15kms away. Beautiful hill top villages such as Gassin and charming towns such as Cogolin, Sante Maxime and Grimaud close by, along with many good wine chateaux. |
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This lovely, comfortable villa is set in private gated grounds with tantalising glimpses of the sea below. There is a large and spacious sitting room which leads on to a splendid terrace, a setting where you can relax, dine, and appreciate your surroundings. The villa sleeps up to 12 people, most of the bedrooms have air conditioning and all have en suite facilities. Three bedrooms lead off a corridor from the main sitting room. The two other bedrooms are accessed from the terrace.
Ground Floor: Sitting Room with fireplace opening into kitchen/dining room, utility room and cloakroom. 2 x double bedrooms both en suite (one accessed from terrace), 1 x twin bedroom with en suite, Master double bedroom with en suite (accessed from the terrace).
First Floor: Small double bedroom with en suite shower room (accessed from the terrace).
Guest Annexe (outside access): Located in the garden it has 4 single beds with en suite shower room. |
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Satellite TV, stereo, DVD player, boules pitch, barbeque, 10m x 5m swimming pool, pool towels, table tennis. Maid service 3 hours 3 days a week and cook available on request. Cot available. |
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From £3,220 - £5,010 (depending on season) for 7 nights, based on a maximum occupancy of 12 people. |
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L’Air Marin, Beauvallon, St Tropez France |
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L’Air Marin, Beauvallon, St Tropez France |
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Fantastic location - just 400 metres from the beach along the beautiful coastline between Port Grimaud and St Maxime. L’Air Marin is an ideal family French villa. Recently modernised and set in beautiful grounds overlooking the sea, the villa is close to lots of activities to keep the children happy, including sailing, wind-surfing, water skiing, go-karting, horse riding and even fun fairs for younger children. Nearby St Tropez offers a chic café culture, many shops and good restaurants, with many wonderful hilltop villages nearby such as Gassin, Ramatuelle, La Garde Freinet and Plan de la Tour.
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This beautiful villa has a stylish comfortable interior consisting of:
Ground floor: Sunken living room, french doors to garden, large kitchen/dining room , french doors to covered terrace shaded by mulberry tree, guest WC. Twin/double bedroom, french door to separate covered terrace, ensuite shower room, WC.
First floor: Master double bedroom, ensuite shower room, wc, balcony window with sea views. Twin/double bedroom, ensuite bathroom , wc, sea views.
Garden annex: All on ground floor, ideal for parents with younger children sharing or a group of teenagers: Bedroom sleeping max 5 (1 x double and 3 x singles), ensuite shower room, wc.
There are beautiful mature grounds, large lawn area surrounding the swimming pool and a covered shaded terrace for outdoor dining. |
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Facilities: Air conditioning in all bedrooms, TV, DVD, CD, telephone and internet access. A maid service is included for 5 hours a week (Weds & Sats). |
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From £4,710 - £5,620 (depending on season) for 7 nights, based on a maximum occupancy of 11 people. |
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La Retirado, Cote d'Azur |
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La Retirado; Cote d'Azur / Massif des Maures
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Reached by a two kilometre private road, La Retirado is the perfect place to get away from it all with a spectacular panoramic view of the bay of St Tropez.. With a quiet and rural setting near La Garde Freinet, this superbly civilised villa is still within reach of the countless attractions of St Tropez and surrounding villages. The villa has a dedicated play area for children. |
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Ground floor living room with a large period fireplace ,42' TV with Sky, VCR, DVD and CD, and French doors opening onto terrace Open plan dining area and fully-equipped kitchen with a seven-ring Godin oven Master bedroom opening onto the pool terrace and garden, TV, air conditioning, dressing room and large en-suite bathroom First floor Twin en-suite bedroom with bath in the bedroom Accessed externally: Double and a twin/double bedroom both en-suite Courtyard annex: Accessed via courtyard and driveway Large twin en-suite bedroom, kitchenette, separate games room with TV, DVD, pool table, darts board,
The swimming pool (12 x 6m) has an electric cover, and the pool house is equipped with a summer kitchen and barbecue .The surrounding garden is planted with olive trees, citrus and cypress trees, lavender and there is a tennis court.
Obligatory maid service 3 hours a day, 5 days a week, payable locally. Resident guardian for the swimming pool, garden, and general maintenance.
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La Maison Tamarin, St Jean de Luc |
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La Maison Tamarin; St Jean de Luc / Biarritz |
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From its stunning position on the French Atlantic coast between the fashionable seaside resort of Biarritz and the beautiful Basque fishing port of St. Jean de Luz, La Maison Tamarin has panoramic views to the Pyrénées and over the ocean. The house has been built in the style of a traditional Basque farmhouse and is tastefully decorated, with oak ceiling beams and doors, and Spanish terracotta floor tiles. High speed internet access is available for a small charge locally.
The coast here is known for its surf, with rafting, fishing, sailing, windsurfing, tennis and horseriding available, 11 superb golf courses and several spas close by, and a ski resort within an hour's drive. The gardens are large and great for kids with a 17m x 6m swimming pool.
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Ground floor: large living room Dining room with several separate tables with panoramic sliding doors, Fully-equipped kitchen. Two double/twin en-suite bedrooms, single with en-suite shower. First floor: Three double/twins all with en-suite bathrooms, single with en-suite bathroom, Master bedroom with steep steps up to mezzanine level where three beds could be added for older kids
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Mill Rock,
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Polzeath is
a small village on the North
Cornwall coast, famed for
rugged beautiful coastline,
excellent surfing, and
numerous restaurants.
Polzeath has a fantastic
beach and is within walking
distance of Rock, Pentire
Point, St Minver and many
other magnificent places to
visit. The coastal paths
offer amazing views of the
Atlantic Ocean. The Camel
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Wadebridge to Padstow in one
direction and Bodmin in the
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Three houses
of varying size, all similar
in style, chic comfortable
interiors decorated with a
palette of cool calm
colours, lots of white, and
natural stone, wood with
cutting edge touches make
this a real luxury retreat.
Mill Rock – The largest property sleeps up to 10 people in excellent
accommodation, this fully
staffed property really is a
luxury retreat for a large
family or group of friends.
A chef and housekeeper is included in the price, who prepare and serve a
full English or Continental
breakfast in the morning,
Homemade suppers are cooked
for the children followed by
a three course dinner for
the older members of the
party, ccompanied by a
selection of wines.
Mill Rock has a large kitchen /dining room, 5 bedrooms including a cabin
room with bunks, snug,
spacious living room. Large
furnished garden and patio.
The facilities with Mill Rock include a welcome larder, Honesty bar of
beers, wines and spirits,
hairdryers, flat screen
Satellite TV and DVD player,
iPod docking station, WiFi
internet access. Garden
furniture and barbecue,
outdoor shower, toiletries,
washing machine and dryer.
Towels, beach towels,
bathrobes and bed linen are
provided.
The Cowshed & The Honeybarn - Both accommodate 4 people, all of
the above applies however no
chef included but meals can
be prepared on request. They
are serviced and cleaned
midweek.
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Cowshed Spa, or
treatments can come to
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Chef service ( included at Mill Rock or on request at other properties)
Games room, food hamper, cookery classes,
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Table football, family
games, toys, DVD’s and books
appropriate to the age of
children, buckets, spades
and crabbing nets for the
beach.
Travel cots, changing mats and high chairs (on request), melamine plates and
children’s size cutlery.
The shared games room on the property with table tennis, air hockey and
table football is open for
guests.
There are also chickens and the children are welcome to join in the morning
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The Honey
Barn - £700-£1500 per
week self catering
The Cowshed - £900-£2000 per week – self catering
Mill Rock - £2000-£6000 per week – Fully Catered rate
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Kalamaki,
Corfu – a stunning bay on
the north east coast –
perfect for trips along the
coastline to other bays and
villages such as Kaminaki,
San Stefano etc. This house
has it all – location,
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A very
individual house that will
appeal to families with
children of varying ages,
especially with its
straightforward access to
the sandy beach from the
grounds of the villa.
Spacious, comfortable and
contemporary in design.
Built on two levels, the
main floor has a wide,
partly shaded terrace that
wraps around two sides of
the house, with all rooms
opening on to it. 2 x double
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Kalamaki
beach (sandy) below villa
accessed by gate from villa
grounds, other at St
Spiridon 5kms, Kalamaki 6kms |
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Plasma
screens in all bedrooms
apart from the childrens
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microwave, outdoor jacuzzi,
indoor activity room which
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based on 10 sharing, and
including flights,
accommodation, taxi
transfers and welcome food
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Il Borghino, Tuscany |
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This is a superb property with huge garden and a fenced pool. Close to Florence in the Chianti Hills with its pretty hill top towns, villages and vineyards, this villa is set in the very small hamlet of Palazzuolo. The property has plenty of space for a large extended family or group travelling together and with the large outside areas and fenced pool this makes a perfect house for families with children |
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The villa is elegantly furnished with comfortable quality interiors, the bedrooms can be flexible with a mixture of doubles and twin rooms as well as some more suited to children/teenagers. All of the bedrooms are en-suite.
The dining room and fully equipped kitchen are located on the ground floor along with two of the bedrooms and office with internet access, telephone, fax and safe.
On the upper floor are two sitting rooms and the five double bedrooms.
Panoramic windows look out over the surrounding area.
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The gently sloping gardens lead down to the pool area. Also outside is a covered gazebo and courtyard with an Al Fresco dining area for 20 as well as a selection of comfortable armchairs |
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2010 villa rental prices now from £4685 to £5965 per week based on maximum occupancy including complimentary welcome meal on arrival day.
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La Quercia; Tuscany
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La Quercia is the smaller, sister house to San Martino, featured below, and is located in a private and secluded area on a hillside promontory offering outstanding views over the Chianti region of Tuscany to the east and the Apennine mountains to the north. The accommodation is comprised of two cottages, each with their own entrance. The gardens immediately surrounding the property have been sympathetically landscaped and there is a beautiful curved pool (12m x 6m) for the sole use of La Quercia's guests, set slightly away from the house with views across the vineyards and olive groves
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Cottage One: Living room with open plan kitchen and dining area, TV, DVD, wood burning fireplace, doors to the terrace with outdoor dining. Three twin/double bedrooms, one with en-suite shower room. Bathroom with full bath and shower. Cottage Two: Large living room, open plan kitchen and dining area, TV, DVD, hi - fi, with doors to terrace with outdoor dining. Two twin/double bedrooms, one with en-suite shower room. Bathroom with full bath and shower. Roll-aways can be provided for two extra guests.
Maid service included twice a week. . Cook available on request. Villa managers live in the first floor apartment.
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From £3,110 low season and £4,755 high season per week, villa rental only. |
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San Martino, Tuscany |
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San Martino; Tuscany
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San Martino is the principle house on the San Martino estate, offering spacious and luxurious accommodation in a most beautiful and tranquil setting. The large infinity swimming pool (16m x 7m) is set 30m away from the house, and the house is surrounded by lawns and patio areas with magnificent hillside views.
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Ground Floor: Entrance hall with small laundry room, washing and drying machines. Kitchen with traditional fireplace and fully equipped for large parties. Main dining room with doors to patio. Living room converted from the old barn, with sofas, hi-fi and home cinema, spiral stairs up to mezzanine floor with open plan study area. Pizza room with wood burning pizza oven, indoor BBQ, pool table and TV. Double bedroom accessed via dining room, en-suite spa with wet room, sauna, steam room , WC sinks and corner Jacuzzi bath.
First Floor: Double bedroom with en-suite Jacuzzi bath and seating area. Double bedroom with separate external access, huge working fireplace and en-suite shower room. Two double en-suite bedrooms. Separate shower room. Roll-aways can be provided for two extra guests.
Maid service two hours a day twice a week. Cook available on request.
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From £5,215 low season to £8,395 high season per week. |
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Le Sakoa, Trou aux Biches (sleep 2-4) |
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On the north west of the island, the resort of Trou aux Biches is just a ten minute drive from the Grand Baie and half an hour from the capital Port Louis. |
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The accommodation is set right on a long sweep of white coral beach with a superb off shore coral reef system which provides fantastic snorkelling and diving. |
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Complimentary windsurfs and pedaloes for use on the beach. Nearby dive school and golf course. Choice of restaurants, supermarket and casino very close by. Also use of the Trou aux Biches hotel a 10 minute walk along the beach. Breakfast, dinner and lunch can be provided on request. Daily maid service. |
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Beachfront cottage from £998pp on a B&B basis for 7 nights including flights. Standard apartments from £1000pp on a B&B basis for 7 nights including flights. |
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Belle Mare Villas and Belle Mare Hotel, Belle Mare |
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A glorious setting on the east coast of the island right on the outstanding Belle Mare Plage. |
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Luxury villas and a brand new hotel. 17 two bedroomed and 3 three bedroomed villas located away from the main hotel amongst exotic gardens to provide maximum privacy. Each villa has a private heated pool and garden and are set on two levels with a spacious lounge / dining room and master bedroom on the ground floor and other bedroom (s) on the first floor. Each bedroom has a sitting area and en suite bathroom. Each villa has a butler who will take care of all your catering requirements.Bliss!
The hotel offers prestige rooms, junior and deluxe suites. All rooms are sea facing and on the ground floor. |
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For both villas and hotel:Two 18 hole golf courses, watersports, squash, mini golf, beauty and fitness centre. Choice of four restaurants and 5 bars. |
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Children's club for 4-12 year olds plus babysitting service |
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Two bedroomed villa from £1600pp on a B&B basis for 7 nights including flights. Three bedroomed villa from £1500pp on a B&B basis for 7 nights including flights.
Prestige hotel rooms from £1300pp on a half-board basis for 7 nights including flights. |
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The holiday of a lifetime! Superb accommodation on an idyllic beach – plenty of space and flexibility with your every need catered for PLUS the facilities of a top hotel. It doesn't get much better! |
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12 luxury villas situated on Le Morne Peninsula surrounded by sandy beaches and coral protected lagoon. |
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All have 3 bedrooms, including 1 children's room, 2 bathrooms, TV and video. There is also one Presidential villa which has four bedrooms and three bathrooms. Each villa has valet who serves breakfast and looks after your villa. |
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From £4646pw for 3-bedroom villa. Flights can be arranged and would be extra. |
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Just oustide the beautiful fishing village of Fuzeta, halfway between Faro and unspoilt Tavira on the eastern Algarve. There are a wide range of excellent local restaurants and ammenities in Fuzeta. The bigger shops and banks are only 10 minutes away in Tavira. There are several fantastic child friendly beaches within 5 minutes of the villa (one accessed by boat and one by a small train!). |
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This is a spacious and stylish luxury villa .The villa is set in landscaped grounds that are totally enclosed and secure with electric gates. A key feature is the outdoor kitchen and covered dining/lounge area - the perfect place to sit and watch the children enjoy their holiday while you relax and recharge the batteries.
The garden has a big 12m x 6 m pool with an extra large shallow end, perfect for kids of all ages. There is a certified child safety fnce and gate around the pool for peace of mind. Also outside is a wooden purpose built kids play cabin and loads of garden toys.
Inside the villa is furnished to the highest possible standards with every mod con available (including 3 TV´s with SKY packages)and there is a large stylish kitchen with every applicance you'd need and a comfortable spacious lounge for relaxing.
The house is perfect for families with children of all ages.
There are 4 ensuite bedrooms (1 x superkingsize, 1 x kingsize and 2 x twin bedrooms) with the master suite having plenty of room for extra cot and even a sofabed for young children who want to sleep nearer Mum and Dad in a new house.
Cot and highchair available. |
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Mountain bikes, childrens toys and all linen and towels. 3 TV´s with SKY packages. Midweek maid service. |
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2.5 hrs flight from UK. Faro airport - 20kms |
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Set in its own grounds on the exclusive Quinta Do Lago site on the Algarve, just 15 mins drive from Faro, and well located to explore not only the rest of the coast and the Eastern Algarve, but inland too. Unspoilt Loule, with its fab market (excellent for fish and vegetables) for example can be reached in just over 10 mins. Estoi, Tavira, Olhao, Silves are all within easy reach. The resort offers the sought-after and rare combination of top quality self-catering accommodation with hotel style service and facilities, including childrens’ club. An ideal destination for all seasons, for families travelling individually or together with friends. |
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There are 2/3 bedroom townhouses and 3/4/5 bedroom villas. All have private pools and gardens – the townhouse pools are smaller, but still a reasonable size. The houses and villas are all of an extremely high standard. Decorated in cool, neutral colours with shaker style furniture, they are very spacious and very well equipped. There is air conditioning/heating in all rooms, 3 TVs (in a 3 bed townhouse) all with internet, email and playstation, film access, and a full list of satellite stations including all UK terrestrial channels. DvD’s are available for hire. There’s a cd system in the lounge/dining room. The bedrooms are very large, all with spacious en suite bathrooms with both a shower and bath. The living/dining room is spacious and very comfortable – and leads to a patio (equipped with barbecue) and to the garden and pool. The kitchens are stylish and superbly equipped, with every device you could wish for including microwave, dishwasher, washing machine, coffee maker, juicer, and very high quality cutlery and crockery. The towel and bathroom provision is as per a hotel – fluffy white towels, pool towels, bathrobes and slippers, good quality toiletries.
The villas and townhouses are all set on the small site (it can be walked around easily, unlike many villa resorts) and linked with cobbled pedestrian lanes. They benefit from daily hotel-style maid service – beds are changed every day, towels changed, rubbish taken care of and the whole house cleaned and tidied from top to bottom. |
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There is a very attractive central area with a huge pool and childrens pool, a poolside restaurant/café for lunches and snacks, and a more formal restaurant upstairs. There is also a small childrens outdoor playground. This is where the excellent mini club is to be found, along with the gym and indoor pool/outdoor Jacuzzi. The resort also has a shopping area with groceries, gourmet food and wine and a very good Italian Trattoria, which also offers take away. There are 2 massage/beauty salons, or in villa massage can be arranged. Reception can be summoned from the villa, and can arrange more or less anything – from bikes (for children too), to tennis, riding, golf and boat trips. The beach is a 2 min drive away (2km), with easy, shaded parking. |
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a good kids club from 3-12 yrs. A bright air conditioned room with a good variety of materials- from creative to sporting. There’s a large plasma tv and a wide variety of dvds. Staff are committed and plan a weekly schedule of activities which includes trips out, along with treasure hunts, tile painting etc. Babysitters can be hired to give younger children one to one attention in the club - if space allows. There is a small childrens playground and pool. Babysitting available at all times. Childrens menus in the restaurants. |
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2 hr 20 mins flight fromUK – scheduled or charter/no frills, plenty of options. Transfer around 20 mins. |
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2 bed townhouse, from £805 to £2485 for a week, 3 bed villa from £1120 to £3290 for a week, 5 bed villa from £1610 to £4130 for a week. Flights and transfers extra.
Read our location report on the Monte Da Quinta Villas here. |
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Casa Da Infanta, Algarve |
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Casa Da Infanta, Algarve |
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Casa da Infanta is located in a stunning position on the cliffs of Ferragudo in the Western Algarve. It faces west over the bay of Lagos, towards Sagres and the sunsets. There are magnificent views over the Algarve coast and a sandy beach is only 50 metres away just below the property, reached by steep private steps, or by a longer walk through the estate grounds.
Ferragudo is 1 km away and is a quiet, charming, waterside village, and a walk along the beach will bring you to some delightful small restaurants where you can get delicious fresh fish grilled on a charcoal brazier. There are many golf courses within a short drive of the property. |
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Originally the home of the Princess of Portugal, the property remains in the ownership of the Portuguese Royal Family. The interiors have been completely refurbished and updated, yet retain many of the original features, including the antique beds with family coat of arms.
There are a total of 9 bedrooms all with en-suite bathrooms, spread over three floors with a lift service at each level (all bedrooms have satellite TV and hairdryers).
Lower Ground Floor
TV/games room. Twin bedroom with en-suite, sitting area opening to pool terrace. Bar and bathroom, also opening to pool terrace. Laundry room.
Ground Floor
Entrance hall and cloakroom. Double doors leading to a private chapel. Formal dining room, seating 8 at the main table, and a further 8 – 10 on two circular tables. The main drawing room, with sea view and a grand piano opens to an extensive terrace (outside dining for 16 people). There are terraces at all three levels, with views, and a swimming pool (12.5 x 5m) overlooking the sea. Pool heating is included in the rental. A downstairs bar and WC are available from the pool area, which also has a poolside shower.
Music room with CD player. Well equipped kitchen and breakfast room which is ideal for children’s meals. 2 double bedrooms and 1 twin bedroom, one with en-suite shower room and the others with en-suite bathrooms, sea views and doors leading to shared terraces. One further twin bedroom with en-suite bathroom, garden/river view and doors to a terrace. The former garage has been turned into a playroom for children and has table tennis.
First Floor (available for full capacity rentals only)
Twin bedroom with en-suite bathroom and garden views. 1 triple children’s bedroom with en-suite shower room, and doors to roof terrace. 2 twin bedrooms, sharing a bathroom, one also opening to a small sitting room with sofa-bed, sea views and doors to a shared terrace. |
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There is a resident housekeeper and gardener. The housekeeper may be able to prepare simple meals, if requested in advance. Babysitting is available on request. |
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From £2,905 - £7,875 (depending on season) for 7 nights. The property can be rented for groups of either up to 10 people (in which case the top floor is closed off) or for up to 19 people. |
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Casa Del Rio, Andalucia |
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A very sought after luxury villa with superb flat, shaded, lawned grounds, perfect for kids to run around in,
gated pool, close to amenities, fantastic outside living space and a
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A villa for total relaxation, lounge around in the various seating areas in the garden. The Housekeeper /cook is on hand to prepare daily breakfast and lunch. The villa is just 1.5km from the lovely village of Benahavis, set just back in the hills behind the coast and is within easy walking distance to nearby restaurants for dinner. It’s just a short drive to beaches at Puerto Banus and a short drive too toSan Pedro de Alcantara and Estepona. The lovelywhite village son Ronda and Gaucin are only around 45 mins drive, so it’s an idea llocation for exploring this stunning and culturally rich region, as well as relaxing in style
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Superbly decorated with large comfortable furniture, most of the five bedrooms have ensuite facilities, there is WI-FI internet, Satallite TV, a well equipped kitchen, spacious, beautifully decorated yet comfortable lounge, beautiful garden. This is a really social house: a perfect place for a family get together or group of friends. |
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Flat shaded lawn, gated heated pool, BBQ |
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gated 12mx7m with built in steps. (pool heating to a maximum of 28c) |
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Gibraltar 63km , Malaga 72km, 2hr 45 flight time from the UK |
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From £2755- £7395 |
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Casa Tramuntana, Mallorca |
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Casa Tramuntana, Mallorca |
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Set in a peaceful, rural location on a hillside in the Campanet Valley, with views to the Tramuntana Mountains and surrounded by stunning scenery, this stylish and spacious villa is quiet and secluded, perfect for those wanting a peaceful holiday in luxurious surroundings, but still within easy reach of beaches (20 mins) and amenities. Palma itself is just 30minsaway –and has a wealth of smart shops, excellent restaurants, stunning cathedral and a lively art and culture scene, with many galleries/theatres etc. The villa has a large pool which is gated for the safety of younger children, and good outside spaces for them to enjoy. |
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The spacious interiors are stylishly and comfortably furnished throughout. The living room is equipped with TV, DVD and CD players. The large double bedroom on the ground floor has a king-size four poster bed which can also fit a cot, if required. The master bedroom on the first floor is also very large. The twin bedrooms at first floor level share a separate dressing room. There is an open-plan dining room, open-plan kitchen and a sitting room. |
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barbecue, table tennis table, washing machine and dryer. Maid service included 2 hours a day, 5 days a week. |
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12 x 5m, and gated in a beautiful position and surrounded by a large furnished sun terrace, also with pool house, with shower and fridge. |
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20 mins |
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2 hr flight from the Uk and only 30 mins from Palma airport |
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From £2660 - £3290 per weekly rental depending on season |
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Ca’s Penelope |
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Ca’s Penelope (www.caspenelope.com) |
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8 people (4 bedrooms) |
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Luxuriously restored house on the edge of Fornalutx, voted the prettiest village in Spain, with private pool and stunning mountain views, 40 minute drive from Palma airport.
Ca’s Penelope lies at the end of an orange tree -lined camino, shaded by three monumental date palms, It’s a unique house, built by a famous Belgian photographer, with curved walls and large windows offering breath-taking views and a 360° mountain panorama from the roof terrace.
Stylishly renovated in 2006 using slate, black marble, polished concrete, natural riverstones to create a feelgood contemporary atmosphere perfect for easy living. Ideal for families who appreciate hotel comfort but need the flexibility and privacy of a house rental with added extras (fluffy bathrobes, slippers, custom made bathroom products, welcome pack). Also good for walkers as there are many trails to pick up from the doorstep! Private tennis coaching at Soller tennis club (10 mins) , golf,(Son Termens 20 min) cycling, sailing at Port de Soller (8 min) and snorkeling (Deia beach (15 min) all a short drive away or why not sip a cool fino watching the sun set above the long pool at Ca’s Penelope. |
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The house is entered via a large shady verandah opening into an open-plan indoor dining area, fully equipped contemporary kitchen and comfortably furnished tv and games room. A wide staircase leads to an elegant living room, a space ‘for grown ups’ with extensive library and stunning views from every window.
Master bedroom : (used to be a photographic studio) offers a Balinese four posterbed, slate floors, sat tv, armchairs and gorgeous en-suite bathroom with free-standing oval bath and walk-in riverstone shower.
Bedroom 2 : Large double with en-suite bathroom and private terrace with view of the Tramuntana mountains.
Bedroom 3 : Large, airy double with huge en-suite bathroom (this room transforms to a twin according to requirements)
Bedroom 4 : Twin bedroom with en-suite bathroom.
All bedrooms are airconditioned.
Laundry room plus 2 further wc’s
Outside: Beautiful garden with date palms, olive, citrus and jacaranda creating shady spots for quiet relaxation or play. Long swimming pool 13m X 3m for sole use of guests with uninterrupted backdrop of the Tramuntana mountains Palm shaded dining terrace with round table and 8 chairs. Sun loungers, garden sofas armchairs and umbrellas for 8 people. |
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Private pool, 2 sat tv, dvd/video player, cd player, turntable, extensive music /dvd/video library for guest use. Broadband internet connection, oven, induction hob, dishwasher, microwave, fridgefreezer, washer/dryer,barbecue. Nearest beach Deia 15 mins. |
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Ca’s Penelope is a family home. Wide selection of books, children’s games, music and crucial dvd/video library for quiet moments. Cot, high chair, pushchair, ‘stand-up things’ for small people, kids cooking utensils and plastic ‘crockery’. The house and garden have been designed to include several shade areas, useful when travelling with small children. |
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2.5 hr flights from the UK, 40 min transfer by car |
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From £2000 to £2500 per week according to dates |
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La Rota, Pollensa |
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La Rota, Pollensa |
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Set on a quiet hillside overlooking the countryside with superb views to the Bay of Pollensa. Just 4kms from the lovely old Town of Pollensa where there are great restaurants, cafes, a Sunday market, galleries and a golf course. Puerto Pollensa is 4.5 kms away and has a lovely sandy beach and a wide range of water sports. The dramatic West coast is within easy reach. |
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very stylish, spacious and comfortable villa. 2 double rooms and one twin each with their own shower room on the ground floor and on the first floor a master double bedroom with open plan en suite bathroom. There are a further two loft areas both with two twin beds that share a shower room ( these are more suited for children). Air conditioning throughout (except for the two twin rooms in the loft). This traditional finca has been beautifully renovated. Large lounge with comfortable cream sofas and chairs, and French doors which open on to the covered dining porch. A well-equipped kitchen with stainless steel gas cooker and electric oven, microwave, dishwasher and fridge/freezer. A covered terrace runs along two sides of the villa. On one side is a seating area which boasts fantastic views to the Tramuntana mountains in the distance, while to the other side is a fully equipped summer kitchen with a large dining table, ideal for dining al fresco. There is an adjoining solarium furnished with sun loungers which is perfect for relaxing and soaking up the sun. |
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A cook is available (25 euros per hour, plus shopping, payable locally) on request. There is a separate laundry room with a washing machine and dryer. satellite television. Maid service is provided twice per week, additional service on request (15 euros per hour, payable locally). Complimentary food pack on arrival. Swimmign pool – access gated, so ideal for families with small children. |
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The private, circular swimming pool (with built-in steps) measures approximately 7m in diameter and is set in the lawned gardens- ideal for playing in. The path leading from the house to the pool is fenced and gated, therefore offering security for young children. Cots are available on request (25 euros per week) as are high chairs (15 euros per week) and babysitting (12 euros per hour on request, payable locally). |
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Approx. 2hr 30min flight from UK to Palma then a 1 hour transfer (transfer prices are availability on request). |
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From £3,875 - £6,295 (depending on season) for 7 nights, with a maximum of 12 people. |
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