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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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Elounda Gulf Villas |
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Abercrombie and Kent, Mediterranean Experience |
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Elounda Gulf Villas, Gulf of Mirabello |
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Near the resort of Elounda, on the hillside above the exclusive Porto Elounda Hotel . Excellent facilities all around and lots to explore. These are some of the most luxurious villas in the Mediterranean, with the service and standards only usually found in 5 star hotels - all with magnificent views, privacy and elegance. The centre of Elounda with shops, restaurants and bars can be reached in 5-mins drive or 15-mins stroll - or you can make use of the butler service and have your meals delivered. |
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Sleeps 2 - 8. Each villa is sumptuously appointed in classical Aegean style. 3 air-conditioned bedrooms, 2 bathrooms with jacuzzi bathtubs and bathrobes, living room with satellite tv, cd and DVD, open-plan and very well-equipped kitchens, floor-level lighting. The space adds to the overall feeling of luxury, enhanced by the terraces and views from the private pool. There is even an internet connection and pcs can be provided on request. |
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private pool, satellite TV, dvd, cd player, oven, microwave, dishwasher, washing machine, bathrobes, internet connection, terrace, butler -service available |
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From £722-1455 for 7 nights, depending on season, for 2 bed luxury family suite, per person based on 4 people sharing, incl flights and transfers. |
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Self catering doesn't get much better than this - supremely luxurious and stylish villas with wonderful facilities in a great location. They really are superb - and the season in Crete is long, so very good for early or late season holidays too. Perfect for a special holiday |
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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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15 Minutes from Carcassonne airport - www.ryanair.com
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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Paradis des Pins, Bormes Les Mimosas |
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Paradis des Pins, Bormes Les Mimosas South of France By of St Tropez area |
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Perhaps the perfect location – 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 pi ne 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. Just 20 mins from the airport of Toulon, and 150km from Marseille, 180km from Nice. |
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A lovely , luxurious 4 bedroomed property, with light, airy and very comfortable accommodation. There’s a delightful summer lounge, plus another spacious and comfortable lounge, attractive and well appointed kitchen here are 3 bedrooms on the ground floor – one en suite and 2 sharing a bathroom. The fourth bedroom is on the first floor, and has an ensuite and dressing room. They are all very attractively decorated. The outside grounds are ideal for families – very few steps, plenty of grassy gardens surrounding the large pool, which has built in steps and a removable security barrier and ample relaxing/eating terraces including a peaceful courtyard. |
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Every facility you’d require: washing machine (laundry room) dishwasher, microwave, satellite TV, DVD pizza oven, cd player, internet access |
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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 £1575 (low season) to £2315 May/June , to £3645 peak season per week, vila rental only. Lower prices in some seasons for parties of 6. |
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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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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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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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Château Rigaud. www.chateaurigaud.co.uk. Available for exclusive rental to one party. Or you can book a short break on a per room basis at a Rigaud House Party, selected dates throughout the year |
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Surrounded by the Bordeaux vines and chateaux just fifteen minutes from St Emilion. The market town of Castillon La Bataille is a five minute drive. Bordeaux and Bergerac airports are both just a 40 minutes drive and the nearest TGV station, Libourne, is 20 minutes away. |
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Medieval Chateau with truly stunning, contemporary and yet supremely comfortable interiors PLUS the added luxury of staff on hand to make life easy. |
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This is the ultimate year round house party venue!
Huge farmhouse kitchen, dominated by a 15th century fireplace, complete with brand new Aga and a table which seats ten. Every domestic appliance imaginable is found within the kitchen, utility room and laundry. Dishwashers, microwave, fridge freezers, washing machines and a tumble dryer, coffee machine, blenders, even a pasta maker. It’s domestic bliss on a chateau scale.
The formal dining room seats 18 comfortably inside whereas any of the three terraces will seat up to 30 for dinner outside.
Wifi throughout the chateau keeps you connected as does the Sky connected plasma screen in the chapel bar.
The 18 seat cinema with 3 metre projected screen and full THX sound quality is quite incredible.
In the TV lounge three enormous sofas surround an enormous fireplace and flat screen TV with connection to BBC channels including CBeebies, DVD player and stereo.
Two further lounges provide endless possibilities for just sitting about as do several hammocks scattered about the grounds where guests will also find table tennis, table football, croquet a boules terrace and a very lovely rounders bat and ball!
Upstairs, each of the eight enormous bedrooms are worthy of Hip Hotel status, complete with complimentary REN toiletries, iPod docks and the softest and deepest of fake fur throws. All of the beds are super kingsize, many are four poster by design. Crisp white linen is changed mid week and towels are changed on alternate days.
Chef option and beauty treatments/massage can be arranged on site, or at a local spa. Wine courses also available.
Mountain biking, kayaking, horse riding, tennis and fishing and a lake beach are all available locally. |
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Comprehensive child and baby care equipment including enormous indoor play zone, toys, games, arts and crafts equipment, X box, family film library, table tennis, inflatable paddling pool. Cots, high chairs, bath mats, changing mats, industrial style baby monitors necessary for chateau walls which work up to 3 kilometres!
Nanny service and other childcare options are available by arrangement
Nappies and wipes kept in stock for emergencies and can be bought in ahead via housekeeping. |
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Less than 2 hrs flight from the UK to Bordeaux/Bergerac. 6hrs drive from Caen, 8-10hrs from Calais. |
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From 10,000 Euros per week including breakfast. This is a thoroughly luxury holiday experience at a very reasonable price when divided by 16 adults (just around 500GBP each of 16). Flight prices vary enormously from the low cost operators or BA - check for details www.ba.com or www.ryanair.com. Take your own car - discounted crossings available once booking is confirmed. Or you could take the passenger train from Waterloo or Ashford to Libourne |
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This is an amazing place – real style and luxury and yet genuinely child friendly, with excellent childcare and all round service. Hard to think of a better luxury family friendly self catering (or catered!)option |
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chalet concept one, Chamonix |
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Set in the beautiful valley of Chamonix, with stunning views of the mountains from all aspects, Concept One, as it name suggests, is a totally new experience in Alpine chalets. Combining style with comfort, luxury with escapism, the chalet is as unique and special as its surroundings.
Emphasis is placed on making a visit to the chalet as relaxing and stress-free as possible. Guests are greeted at the airport on arrival in chauffeured 4by4s, which are on call for the rest of their stay, day or night. Gourmet food and wine, continental or cooked breakfast, afternoon tea and discrete but attentive service all add to the sense of well-being.
There are endless mountain and glacier activities in both summer and winter for enthusiasts and experts alike. Skiing, snowboarding, heli-skiing, husky dog sledging, snowshoeing, ice-climbing, parapenting, mountain biking, rock climbing, hiking, white water adventures, Yoga and Pilates are all on offer close by. The chalet has access to the best instructors, mountain guides and equipment suppliers in Chamonix. Arrangements are completely flexible and will be tailor-made to suit individual requirements prior to your stay.
Chamonix town is a vibrant Alpine centre, with a wide selection of typical cafes, pastry shops, bars, restaurants and shops. There are some stunning sightseeing opportunities such as a ride up the Aiguille du Midi cable car, one of the highest in the world, where you can enjoy breathtaking views of the Alps from a height of 3800m.
Whether you're there to take advantage of the many activities on offer, or simply to relax and recharge, Concept One is the ultimate sanctuary, somewhere to unwind, be pampered and soak in the Alpine atmosphere.
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The chalet offers accommodation for 10 (with room for two extra children) and is available to let as a whole, throughout the year, on a weekly basis.
The mood is captured through a calm white interior, deep sofas, soft lighting and bright splashes of colour in each individually designed room. The bedrooms provide a contemporary mix of comfort and technology, whilst the tranquil bathrooms provide you with a quiet sanctuary, somewhere to relax after a day on the slopes.
The chalet garden has an enormous east-facing deck bordering a lush forest of pines, ideal for outdoor exercise, massage, barbecues or watching the sun set over the peaks from the hot-tub. Within the chalet is a dedicated sauna and spa room where guests can enjoy a range of massage and beauty treatments.
The team of six staff including gourmet chef will ensure you have everything you could wish for throughout your stay.
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The chalet is equipped with baby car-seats, buggies, stair gates and high chairs. Children's dining is entirely flexible, and kiddies' menus and early dining times can be organised. The chalet has a well-stocked toy box for younger children as well as a good range of board games and DVDs. Approved baby-sitters and child minders can be booked in advance of your stay (extra charge).
In winter, there are ski schools which welcome children for whole or half days, offering both tuition and supervision. A play area and chalet equipped with toys, Playstation and other activities ensures children are kept entertained when they are not skiing. In addition, the following activities also available for children: husky dog rides, swimming pool and water garden (at sports centre for 6 months to 4 years), sledging, climbing wall, bungee-trampoline, ice-skating, torch-lit mountain descent (adults would probably enjoy this as well).
In summer, the chalet has special multi-activity programmes which allow children to try out a variety of outdoor activities such as climbing, white water rafting, hiking with donkeys, horse-riding, assault courses, mountain biking, orienteering, paragliding. And if they're not feeling quite so adventurous, swimming, ice-skating, bowling and the summer luge are all within easy reach of the chalet. Alternatively, activity sessions in the chalet such as baking, arts and craft, cookery, even French lessons can be provided.
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Winter prices range from £10,000 to £18,000 (Christmas and New Year £20-£24,000) and Summer from £6,000 - £9,000 for the entire chalet, sleeping 10 adults plus 2 extra children.
Included in the weekly rate is:
- Direct private transfer from airport to Chalet
- Welcome champagne on arrival
- Early morning tea and coffee in your room
- Cooked or Continental breakfast of your choice
- Afternoon tea and newspapers
- Open drinks cabinet - a selection of wines, spirits, beers and soft drinks
- Gourmet food for 6 evenings of your stay
- Telephone, fax and internet facilities
- Flat-screen TV, DVD and internet in all rooms
- Stunning natural location with spectacular views of the Mt Blanc massif
- Outdoor Jacuzzi/Indoor Sauna
- In-house spa with full range of massage and beauty treatments (optional extras)
- A child friendly Chalet complete with cots, stair gates, highchairs and toys
- 2 chauffeur driven 4x4 chalet vehicles at your disposal, to take you wherever, whenever, as often as you like. The value of this service should not be under estimated
Read our Ski guide entry for chalet concept one
Read our Alpine guide entry for chalet concept one
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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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Kokkokila, Corfu |
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Kokkokila, Corfu |
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This very special villa is beautifully situated with absolutely stunning views, around 3km from Sinies and 7 km from the lovely unspoilt village of St Stefano and beaches. Unusually for a smaller property, this lovely villa has a cook service included. Unspoilt Corfu at its very best. |
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Historically a traditional shepherds cottage dating from 1740, this house has evolved into a stunning property (featured in several glossy magazines), yet one that really feels like a home. The rooms are spacious and stylish and yet homely - with comfortable furniture, pretty pieces of artwork. The exterior is fabulous – with multiple terraces, one slightly elevated above the other houses the swimming pool which has amazing views. There is a large kitchen, large living/dining room, two twin bedrooms both en suite and a master bedroom – reached by outside steps. NB – there are some low walls so we would say this property is best for guests with either non moving babies or older children. |
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Price per person from £600 to £1075, based on 6 sharing, and including flights, accommodation, taxi transfers, cook service and welcome food hamper. Smaller party rates available. |
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St Nicholas Beach House, Corfu |
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St Nicholas Beach House, Corfu |
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Fantastic villa for families with a fabulous location and a wealth of facilities. Children and adults alike will appreciate all that this villa has to offer. With views over the sea and practically on top of a beach, with others very close by. The lovely garden with grassy areas is enclosed and there is a childrens play area in the garden, steps leading down to the beach with small jetty. This villa is superbly located - within walking distance of shops and beach only 8km from the busy and attractive harbour town of Kassiopi, with its ancient fortress, good beaches, great shopping and harbourside restaurants and cafes offering international cuisine. Clients can also use the facilities of local hotel close by – ideal for children of all ages and adding a welcome extra to this already wonderful villa. |
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Beautifully maintained with cool contemporary decor, the accommodation is, spacious, comfortable and well equipped. 2 large doubles - each with jacuzzi bathroom en-suite, and mini fridge, two twins, both en-suite and a childrens bunk room with ensuite. Communal accomodation consists of the following; Sitting dining Kitchen – all open plan opening on to terraces and balcony area. TV room, Surround sound/ DVD. Gymnasium- with running machine, weights, pool table. Converted garage containing paddle room |
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Kalokairi |
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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, style, superbly equipped, and walk to beach. |
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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 and 2 x twins and a large dormitory room for children. |
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Plasma screens in all bedrooms apart from the childrens dormitory, dishwasher, microwave, outdoor jacuzzi, indoor activity room which has table tennis and pool table. |
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Price per person from £580 to £1050, based on 10 sharing, and including flights, accommodation, taxi transfers and welcome food hamper. |
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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.
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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.
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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 |
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Belle Mare Villas and Belle Mare Hotel, Belle Mare |
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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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Prestige hotel rooms from £1300pp on a half-board basis for 7 nights including flights. |
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12 luxury villas situated on Le Morne Peninsula surrounded by sandy beaches and coral protected lagoon. |
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Casa dos Caracois |
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up to 8 (+2 on sofabed, total 10) |
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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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12m x 6m, private solar heated pool with secure fencing and gate. Towels are provided. Beach: 2km |
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2.5 hrs flight from UK. Faro airport - 20kms |
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price from £1250 to £2,500 per week |
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Monte de Quinta Villas |
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Monte Da Quinta Villas |
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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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Approx. 2hr 45min flight from UK to Faro, then a 1 hour transfer. |
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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 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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