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Chateau rent

Our French chateau for rent in some of the most beautiful regions of France offer holidays to remember which represent surprisingly good value for money. Large French chateau for holiday rental with private pool and some with private tennis court and the possibility of full catering service which is ideal for big groups.A luxury French chateau such as our superb property Les Calpres which has been in the range for over ten years is set in a huge beautiful garden in a peaceful valley with lovely views and it attracts numerous guests for extra special...

Golf villas

Golf villas in the Villas Worldwide range are self-catering villas with pools, ideal for families or groups of friends wishing to enjoy a holiday and play golf with convenience.We feature golf villas for rent in golf estates and locations which have easy access to golf courses to allow you to find that ideal golfing break in a golf resort near the beach. Occasionally there are special rates for green fees, club rental and cart hire.Golfing in the Algarve, Lisbon and Costa Brava is conducive to a golf villa style holiday as many are on a complex around a...

Sea view villas

Villas with sea views are highly sought after and it's no wonder when you look at what's on offer in our fabulous selection of sea view villas.In France its Corsica and the Cote d'Azur which are the best spots for hillside luxury sea view villas overlooking the Mediterranean. Coastal accommodation for rent in sea view homes with pool is rare and needs to be booked early, particularly popular in the Algarve in Portugal along with the Costa Blanca and Costa Brava in Spain which offers dramatic views of the seaside. The mountainous Greek island of Crete is...

Beach villas

Beach villa holidays from Villas Worldwide offer a lifestyle which is wonderfully relaxed, forget about the car just wander down to the sea and sand when you feel like it and slip back to the comfort of your beach villa when it suits you.Beach villas with their own private swimming pools are very highly sought after and we strongly recommend you book early if you are wanting the ultimate beach villa holiday. Our best luxury beach villas for peak summer dates are often reserved first so plan well in advance for your beachside holiday home in the sun by...

Fishing villas

Amongst our wide range of villas we have a number of properties which are particularly well appointed for angling holidays. From villas with their own private lakes, properties on the coast with shore side gardens, to villas on rivers or simply houses close to fishing grounds we have something for corse fisherman and sea anglers alike. If its carpe fishing your interested in or fly fishing in mountain rivers we can provide you with the additional information you require to make the right choice of villa where you can enjoy a family holiday and your...

Ski chalets in France

Ski chalets carefully selected by Villas Worldwide in twenty-four of the top French alpine ski resorts for first rate ski chalet holidays. We have over 130 private self-catering chalets to rent in France ranging from a romantic one-bedroom chalet in Courchevel 1650 to a 23-bedroom chalet in Morzine with catering option and plenty in between so there is something for everyone within a reasonable price range. Our ski chalets in France offer a good standard of comfort right up to outright luxury and most are within walking distance of everything. Let us...

Secluded villas

Listed here are independent villas which are particularly private and are not overlooked by neighbouring properties. Seclusion and privacy can really help you relax and enjoy your villa holiday.When determining if a villa is secluded we concern ourselves particularly with the pool area as that is the most important to most people. Exceptionally private villas are sometimes more isolated which often suits large groups who prefer holidays in luxury secluded villas with private pools away from close neighbours. Our smaller secluded villas for couples are...

Lakeside villas

We have a range of lovely lakes villas in beautiful settings.The Italian lakes in the north of the country are well known but there are other less known gems in the south. We have villas on the shores of lake Bracchiano near Rome and lake Trasimeno in Umbria. The Spanish hills of Catalonia boast a number of stunning waterways and there are others on smaller equally tranquil lakes.Select a villa by the waterside of a lake to suit you from the choice...

Large villas

This is our selection of large villas to rent sleeping 13 people rising to one of our particularly large villas in Spain which sleeps 30. These large holiday villas are perfect for big groups such as a number of families taking a holiday together or for multi generation families and friends.If you are looking for a large villa with private pool to rent in the Summer, late Autumn or early Spring or even a Christmas villa or a chalet in the mountains then the chances are we have what you're looking for.We have everything from very large luxury villas near...

Tennis villas

Listed here are villas with tennis courts in their own grounds. Usually the court is entirely private and for the exclusive use of the occupants of the villa.Some are also equipped with a practice tennis court, Spinfire tennis ball machine and coaching is sometimes possible, most are villas with pools and tennis court in peaceful locations some are beachfront. For groups wanting a large luxury villa with tennis court and pool or even a chateau then catering is often an option too.We have a range of nearly 50 holiday villas with tennis court with some...

Luxury villas

Are you looking for something special? Whether it's a super modern luxury Brittany villa or a sumptuous historic chateau rental in the Dordogne, or a luxury ski chalet, we have what you are looking for.This selection is comprised purely of luxury villas to which we have allocated a five star classification. From our wide experience of what is available on the luxury holiday rental market these 5 star villas and luxurious chalets are in overall terms the crème de la crème.Quality, luxury villas, gites and chalets such as these do tend to...

Unusual, special villas

We have a superb selection of exotic, unusual properties which are hard to categorise but which are undoubtedly distinct.Here is a list of unusual, special villas such as olive mill conversions, art deco villas, water mills and palaces for rent. We even have a superb fortified property on a private island. If you like the idea of an unusual villa holiday try our selection of high quality, unusual properties for rent.The selection is quite arbitrary and of course influenced by what we consider to be out of the ordinary. We hope it helps you find...

Air conditioned villas

Listed here are villas which have air conditioning in the house. Refer to the villa description to see what air conditioning facilities are available as sometimes it is in the whole villa other just in the bedrooms and so on. In the main our properties are well insulated and suitably adapted for a hot climate so with appropriate use of shutters you probably won't need air con. However, particularly if you have a very small baby or an accompanying elderly adult an air conditioner in your villa may well be worth...

Recommended villas

Our recommended villas selection draws together all those villas which we and our clients feel are particularly special allowing you to view the pick of the bunch all together. Coup de Coeur is a French expression which encapsulates the nature of this grouping, translated literally as touch the heart yet really meaning that they are...

Special offers

Our special offer villas bring you great deals on our hand-picked range which is already very well priced but occasionally circumstances arise which encourage our owners to make dramatic villa reductions and for what they are, they become exceptional value holiday villas. This is where we feature them.SAVE hundreds of euros on our early booking villa offers. We often have some great cheap villa deals for very early bookings, especially in Greece. We are always trying to get the best possible deals for you, for last minute offers too. Keep an eye on our...

Sauna villas

Listed here are villas with their own private saunas. This is a super facility to have and can be particularly useful in the out of season periods. Select a villa to suit you from the choice below or use the search tool to refine your search to a particular country or...

Handicapped access villas

Listed here are villas with their good access for handicapped persons where there is a ground floor bedroom and bathroom along with reasonable if sometimes circuitous access to the pool area. This is our own impression and is not given from a qualified viewpoint. Clarification should be sought for specific needs. Select a villa to suit you from the choice below or use the search tool to refine your options to a particular country or...

Elevated setting villas

Villas located in an elevated setting, commanding stunning views, are particularly wonderful and here we have grouped together those villas falling into that category. So if a villa is on a hill side and enjoys splendid views of the surrounding countryside or the sea you will find it in this selection. Select a villa to suit you from the choice below or use the search tool to refine your options to a particular country or...

Heated pool villas

Villas with heated pools are especially worthwhile when holidaying out of season or in areas which have great weather but are prone to the occasional cool day such as Brittany in northern France though for families with small children they are good to have in southern areas too. Some are luxury villas with indoor pools others you can swim outdoor, most are near the beach and there are plenty of chalets in the mountains too, all with assured warm swimming.We have a fantastic range of private heated swimming pool villas and there is something particularly...

Jacuzzi villas

Villas with Jacuzzi are lovely for relaxing on a warm summers day and go a long way to helping you unwind on your holiday. Check out our superb range of villas with Jacuzzis and look forward to chilling out in the hot tub. Select a villa to suit you from the choice below or use the search tool to refine your options to a particular country or...

Infinity pool villas

Villas with infinity pools offer an extra dimension to the enjoyment of your holiday home. What is an infinity pool you may well ask. Well its when one side of the pool cascades over the pool side causing a sleek effect and a small waterfall noise. Infinity pools are both relaxing due to the waterfall effect and often spectacular, particularly when the pool overlooks the sea or a lake. Select a villa to suit you from the choice below or use the search tool to refine your options to a particular country or...

Steps into pool villas

Villas with steps leading into the pool are particularly useful for families with young children or for people with restricted mobility. Even non swimmers can enjoy sitting on the pool steps on a hot day. Our villas with pool steps collection does not specify the exact nature of the steps so if you have a particular requirement do check. Select a villa to suit you from the choice below or use the search tool to refine your options to a particular country or...

Large grounds villas

Villas with large grounds are great for families with children who want to run around, play ball games and so on. Many of our villas have huge grounds so you do need to bear in mind that not all of it is manicured garden ! Look out for lawned areas described in the villa write up and take a look at the corresponding photographs along with the square metres of grounds listed in the Fact file for each villa. Select a villa to suit you from the choice below or use the search tool to refine your options to a particular country or...

Modern villas

Modern villas are great, you usually have all the mod cons and the latest equipment. Although not a strict rule we try to select our modern villas on the basis of construction within the last five years. In many ways a modern villa is a safe bet, particularly if you are not so interested in a countries architectural style and traditional furnishings. Select a villa to suit you from the choice below or use the search tool to refine your options to a particular country or...

Walk to cafe villas

Walk to café villas are so pleasant on the continent, particularly if you enjoy wandering along for an early morning coffee and mingling with the locals or perhaps enjoying an aperitif or two before supper! And the great thing is that children are welcome so they can enjoy an orangina or a citron presse or something equally memorable! We define our walk to café villas as a property within a kilometer of the nearest café. No judgement is made of the café itself or the nature of the walk. Select a villa to suit you from the...

Walk to restaurant villas

Walk to restaurant villas are very convenient if you like to eat out rather than cook every night and would prefer to have a break from driving. We define our walk to restaurant villas as a property within a kilometer of the nearest restaurant. No judgement is made of the restaurant itself or the nature of the walk. We may be able to offer an opinion on the restaurant based on personal experience or views of our previous clients - so do ask! Select a villa to suit you from the choice below or use the search tool to refine your options to a particular...

Walk to shops villas

Walk to shops villas are very handy, particularly if you would prefer to have a break from driving. We define our walk to shops villas as a property within a kilometer of the nearest general store. No judgement is made of the shop itself or the nature of the walk. We may be able to offer an opinion on the shop based on personal experience or views of our previous clients - so do ask! Select a villa to suit you from the choice below or use the search tool to refine your options to a particular country or...

Peaceful villas

Peaceful villas are ideal if what you mainly want is to relax undisturbed whilst on holiday. Escape from the hustle and bustle and recharge your batteries in a tranquil property. We are careful in our selection of villas to avoid obvious inconveniences such as main roads, train lines and airports. However some villas are located such that they exude tranquility and are particularly calm. There is never any guarantee of complete tranquility anywhere but in a selected peaceful villa there is every chance you will have the relaxing holiday you deserve....

Enclosed garden villas

Enclosed garden villas are particularly suitable for families with young children. Choose a villa with a fenced or walled garden and you can relax secure in the knowledge that your children will not wander off in a country where they may have communication difficulties. We define our enclosed garden villas as properties where the grounds are essentially hedged, fenced or walled with a closable gate. There is no guarantee that the perimeter will be 100% secure but generally speaking the grounds are enclosed. Select a villa to suit you from the choice...

Fenced pool villas

Fenced pool villas are particularly suitable for families with young children. Choose a child friendly fenced pool villa and you can relax secure in the knowledge that your children will not wander into the pool by accident. Parents will still need to remain alert as children can climb fences!We define our safe enclosed pool villas as properties where the pool is fenced or walled with a closable security gate. In many holiday properties, particularly France, there are security pool alarms which operate by infra-red beams or water displacement, as well...

Pets allowed villas

Pets allowed villas are properties which will usually permit family pets to be brought on holiday. We have a large number of properties which allow pets. By pets we generally mean cats and dogs. In all cases it is necessary to request in advance if a particular pet will be permitted. Even if a villa is listed as allowing pets this is always at the owner's discretion. Occasionally there is a nominal charge for pets. Select a villa to suit you from the choice below or use the search tool to refine your options to a particular country or...

Large pool villas

Large pool villas are wonderful if you enjoy a really good swim and want to put in some distance without needing to turn so regularly. They are also particularly useful if you have a large property whereby more people wil be wanting to use the pool simultaneously. Large pool villas are generally defined as a villa with a swimming pool which is larger than 10 metres long. Select a villa to suit you from the choice below or use the search tool to refine your options to a particular country or...

No smoking villas

No smoking holiday rental accommodation is becoming increasingly common as the general fashion of non smoking spreads worldwide.No smoking villas, chalets and luxury apartments are generally defined as accommodation which the owner has designated as non smoking. There can be no guarantee that nobody has smoked in the property but as a general rule smoking is not allowed.Select a villa, chalet or luxury apartment to suit you from the choice below or use the search tool to refine your options to a...

River villas

River villas are properties which either have a river running through the grounds or have a river within a kilometre. Rivers can be really enjoyable both for swimming and fishing or simply for looking at. On the continent most of the rivers are clean and in the summer they are often pleasantly warm and teaming with fish. Select a villa to suit you from the choice below or use the search tool to refine your options to a particular country or...

Billiards villas

Billiards villas are properties which have either a billiards table or a snooker table. It is so nice to have a billiards table in your own villa particularly in larger properties where everyone can join in mini competitions. Billiards and snooker tables can vary in size and quality and in some cases, such as many French versions there are no pockets as the game is played completely differently. So if you are particular about what you want to play on then do ask for clarification. Select a villa to suit you from the choice below or use the search tool...

Table tennis villas

Table tennis villas are properties which have a table tennis table either indoors or outside Both children and adults alike enjoy playing table tennis and this can be a really nice activity to have at your villa. Select a villa to suit you from the choice below or use the search tool to refine your options to a particular country or...

Gym villas

Gym villas are properties which have either a designated gym room or apparatus which can be used for exercising. You are on holiday but sometimes that is just the time to kick off a new fitness regime or you may just want to carry on your regular routine. Gym equipment varies enormously so if you are particular about your requirements then do ask for clarification as to what is on offer. Select a villa to suit you from the choice below or use the search tool to refine your options to a particular country or...

Heatable pool villas

Villas with heatable swimming pools are really worthwhile when holidaying out of season or in areas which have great weather but are prone to the occasional cool day. The advantage of a heatable pool is that you can choose if you want the pool heated or not. We have a fantastic range of villas with pool which can be heated and there is something particularly luxurious about knowing that your holiday swimming pool will be at just the right temperature. Select a villa to suit you from the choice below or use the search tool to refine your options to a...

Honeymoon villas

Honeymoon villas are those properties of ours which have been used and approved by couples on honeymoon. Often they are nice and secluded and in particularly scenic settings, ideal for a romantic holiday, or a valentine holiday villa break.We have not made this selection ourselves but have noted the trends of our clients. Everyone is different and has their own idea as to what is appropriate for such an exciting and special occasion as a honeymoon or a romantic holiday. We hope this selection helps you choose.Select a villa, gite or cottage to suit you...

Indoor pool villas

Villas with indoor swimming pools are really worthwhile when holidaying out of season or in areas which have great weather but are prone to the occasional cool day and if you have small children a private covered pool can make all the difference even in July and August.We have a fantastic range of villas with indoor pool which are often heated and there is something particularly luxurious about knowing that you can swim whatever the weather.Select a villa or home with a covered swimming pool to suit you from the choice below or use the search tool to...

Summer kitchen villas

Villas with summer kitchens are great if you like to cook outdoors. On a warm summer evening this can be particularly pleasant and no one is left stuck indoors. We have a fantastic range of villas with summer kitchens which are generally defined as having a sink, hob and fridge. Many are very comprehensively equipped and even have dishwashers - do ask for details. Select a villa to suit you from the choice below or use the search tool to refine your options to a particular country or...

Cheap villas

Cheap villas can offer an excellent holiday break and here we have our best value selection. We have a fantastic range of cheap villas which are defined as being particularly good value for what they are. Select a villa to suit you from the choice below or use the search tool to refine your options to a particular country or...

Ground floor bedroom and bathroom facilities villas

Listed here are villas with bedroom and bathroom facilities on the ground floor. These properties are particularly suited to clients who have members in the party who don't wish to negotiate stairs. We have selected villas with bedrooms and bathroom facilities on the ground floor. However you will need to check the exact configuration of the bedroom i.e. if it's a double or a twin etc. and if there is a bathroom or shower room. Select a villa to suit you from the choice below or use the search tool to refine your options to a particular country or...