Top 10 luxury villa rentals
Luxurious holidays in exclusive properties and locations are no longer just the preserve of the rich and famous, thanks to the huge number of Brits who rent out their homes in the sun. For those in the know, this is the perfect way to enjoy your own private villa with pool for less, with fabulous properties available from around £1,000 to £10,000+ per week.
HomeAway Holiday-Rentals, the UK’s largest rentals site, has put together a list of the 'Top 10' most luxurious villa rentals around the world, from an antique villa near San Gimignano in Italy, to an opulent, architect-designed villa with infinity pool in St Lucia.
Holiday rentals are becoming increasingly popular, making a celeb-style holiday more accessible than you might think. From luxury properties in the glitzy Cote d'Azur and Costa del Sol, to the romantic surroundings of the Caribbean and tropical Costa Rica, there are thousands of properties available to rent worldwide. Along with gorgeous infinity pools, many villas offer additional extras such as cinema rooms, gym facilities or even a full-time chef to provide the ultimate high-end experience. The Top 10 below is just a taster of what’s on offer; browse HomeAway.co.uk for more.
Prices quoted are per property and correct at the time of going to press and the properties are ordered by price, from highest to lowest price.
Top 10 luxury villas with pool on HomeAway.co.uk
1. Caribbean
Architect-designed villa with infinity pool & stunning ocean views, St Lucia
4 Bedrooms, Sleeps 9. From £1,250 per night
Designed by an award winning UK architect, the furnishings and facilities within this villa are what you would expect in Miami or New York. This ultra-modern property is set in lush gardens. Stunning views and sunsets are present from the moment you step through the door until you lay your head down after viewing the sheer beauty of this location. This is the only villa on the island with an elevator and a nine seat cinema housing a 120 inch screen, designed as a floating room to provide the ultimate in sound.
HomeAway.co.uk Property 267178
2. Portugal
Luxury villa with home cinema & games room in Algarve
9 Bedrooms, Sleeps 18. From £5,700 per week
‘Villa Vernaccia’ is a large, luxury villa boasting nine bedrooms with en-suite facilities and in-house English concierge service. The property is truly unique with many special features including under-floor heating, a real fire in the living room, a gym and full-size tennis court, a large heated family-size swimming pool and a Jacuzzi spa pool. Plus, the entertainment facilities include a cinema room with surround sound system, and a nightclub and games room with professional DJ and lighting and karaoke system.
HomeAway.co.uk Property 62342
3. Spain
Luxury private villa, with indoor pool, bar & spa, Costa del Sol
7 Bedrooms, Sleeps 18. From £5,305 per week
The newly constructed ‘Grand Villa San Pietro’ is a five bedroom villa complete with a fully independent two bedroom apartment, perfect for a trip with extended family. The villa offers breathtaking panoramic views from all bedrooms, living areas, and around the large pool. The spa complex, ideal for winter or summer use, includes a large, indoor heated swimming pool, sauna and bar area as well as an outdoor eight person hot tub, plus the latest gym equipment.
HomeAway.co.uk Property 430488
4. Croatia
Peaceful, stone-built villa on the Dalmatian Coast
5 Bedrooms, Sleeps 9. From £708 per night
This meticulously renovated villa offers the height of comfort, with a total of five rooms located over three levels which are all fully air-conditioned and centrally heated. The ground floor has a spacious dining room, living room, reception room, kitchen and toilet. On the first floor there are the two master bedrooms that both have on-suite bathrooms and wonderful views. And finally the attic floor has three more bedrooms and a roomy bathroom. Great care and attention has been given to the interior design of the villa and there is a true Mediterranean feel to it with light colours and tasteful furnishings.
HomeAway.co.uk Property 427542
5. Thailand
Contemporary villa with incredible sea views, Phuket
3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 8. From £658 per night
Villa Kiana is a contemporary, three-bedroom villa with a stunning infinity pool overhanging the palms and views below. Ideal for families, small groups and intimate special events, the villa is situated on two levels near the top of the exclusive Cape Panwa, where incredible sea views are part of every moment. All aspects of this captivating villa, from the stylish decor and high-tech audio/visual components to the full-time chef, inspire to create a sense of effortlessness and contentment.
HomeAway.co.uk Property 452423
6. Italy
Antique villa with top-quality equipment & private pool near San Gimignano
7 Bedrooms, Sleeps 14. From £3,761 per week
Villa Vernaccia is a beautiful private villa located in the well-known City of Towers, San Gimignano surrounded by olive groves and vineyards. The property offers breathtaking views over San Gimignano and the surroundings vineyards and olive groves. The house is the result of a perfect combination of modern comfort combined with typical Tuscan style, with terracotta floors, beamed ceilings with high quality bathrooms. Guests staying at Villa Vernaccia also have the possibility to participate in wine and olive oil tastings at the property’s wine cellar.
HomeAway.co.uk Property 529352
7. Turkey
Kalkan's finest luxury boutique villa
8 Bedrooms, Sleeps 16. From £3,500 per week
‘White Lodge’ is Kalkan’s finest and newest luxurious boutique villa with spectacular panoramic views of Kalkan Bay and town. It has an exclusive 12-metre infinity pool, large private terraces and a stunning tropical garden. This stylish and chic villa, with a predominantly cool, white theme, is set in its own secure grounds, is luxuriously furnished and boasts eight large bedrooms with en suites, within three areas of accommodation. It also boasts a separate outdoor kitchen, covered dining area, and a large secluded garden.
HomeAway.co.uk Property 419447
8. France
Atmospheric villa in excellent southern location on Cap Ferrat
5 Bedrooms, Sleeps 10. From £3,363 per week
This beautiful, light-filled villa boasts four bedrooms, four marble bathrooms and a separate guest toilet, as well as a large private pool. In the garden there is an additional guest house with a sofa bed, complete fitted kitchen and bathroom. The villa features a Bulthaup kitchen with antique dining table, an open fireplace and a view of the rock and cactus garden. A glass skylight floods the living area with sun, while each of the three patios has its own charm and a view of the sea, which extends all the way to Monaco and Italy.
HomeAway.co.uk Property 26368
9. South Africa
High-end villa with infinity pool & home cinema in Cape Town
5 Bedrooms, Sleeps 10. From £3,195 per week
This strikingly beautiful, modern home with designer furnishings has magnificent views and a mountain stream running alongside, providing a constant, soothing melody. It is a symphony of glass and stainless steel with travertine floors and African rose wood. There are five en suite bedrooms and a double height formal living room, which is overlooked by a balustrade Romeo and Juliet balcony. The outdoor living spaces provide the perfect entertaining spots, with nine balconies in total, a BBQ and a large infinity pool, plus other features include a gym, home cinema, under-floor heating and walk-in cold room.
HomeAway.co.uk Property 70085
10. Costa Rica
Tropical villa with access to private beach in Manuel Antonio
3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 8. From £2,961 per week
Casa de Frutas is a privately owned, luxury villa located in the gated resort of Tulemar Gardens in Manuel Antonio. This “Bali Modern” style house totals 4,000 square feet of tropical, open-air living space, with three private, air conditioned suites and fabulous sunset views. Some of the many amenities include panoramic ocean views, an infinity edge plunge pool, Balinese pavilion and a private award winning beach just minutes down the hill.
HomeAway.co.uk Property 321590
