There’s still time to book a Christmas getaway
Those who are yet to book their Christmas holiday need not fear as Holiday-Rentals.co.uk still has plenty to offer. Whether it’s some winter sunshine, something for the culture vultures or a city break, Holiday-Rentals.co.uk has it all.The UK’s largest holiday rentals website now lists over 44,000 properties, including luxury Riads in Morocco, romantic apartments in Paris and spacious villas in Cyprus. What’s more renting a private holiday home from Holiday-Rentals.co.uk won’t break the bank as prices start from as little as £50 per person per week!
Below is a selection of some of the finest properties available over the Christmas and New Year period on Holiday-Rentals.co.uk.
All properties listed had good availability over Xmas and New Year, and throughout December and January at time of going to press.
Winter Sun:
Canary Islands
Playa Blanca - Yaiza, Lanzarote
Holiday-Rentals.co.uk/84409
Stunning villa with striking modern décor, private Jacuzzi and hot tub
Casa Louisa has been furnished to the highest standard with a pool, hot tub and beautiful modern furniture and art work. There are 3 bedrooms (sleeping up to 7) and the master bedroom has a super king size bed with its own ensuite marble bathroom, and private sun terrace with ocean views. The ultra chic lounge has Sky TV with surround sound and a DVD player, and the kitchen is fully equipped with all mod cons. Patio doors lead to the heated pool and terrace for sun bathing and guests will find the alfresco dining area with seating for 10 people.
Price: £850 per week (£121.50pp per week based on 7 sharing)
Playa Blanca - Yaiza, Lanzarote
Holiday-Rentals.co.uk/61214
Modern, luxury 2 bed villa furnished to a high standard with heated pool
This outstanding villa has 2 spacious bedrooms and 2 bathrooms (one ensuite), both with fitted wardrobes and electric fans. Patio doors lead to the pool area from the master bedroom, and there is a comfortable lounge with a full Sky package, large flat screen TV, DVD and CD player. There are two mountain bikes available for guests’ use; and there are plenty of activities for the whole family nearby, including sailing, tennis and water skiing.
Price: £695 per week (£173.75pp per week based on 4 sharing)
Cyprus
Paralimni Protaras, Famagusta region
Holiday-Rentals.co.uk/50497
Beautiful detached villa in Paralimni with swimming pool. Welcome pack, including bacon and eggs included!
This newly-built, 4 bedroom villa is ideal for a large family wanting to spend Christmas together this winter. It is situated in a quiet residential area with two other villas, yet is only a few minutes from shops, beaches and all other amenities. There is a triple-aspect open plan lounge and dining room which leads onto both the front and back terraces, the living room has ample space for all the family with a TV, DVD and hi-fi system, a selection of games, books, CD’s and DVD’s to keep everyone entertained inside as well as out.
Price: £400 per week (£50pp per week based on 8 sharing). £640 per week (£80pp per week based on 8 sharing).
Kyrenia Region, Northern Cyprus
Holiday-Rentals.co.uk/83993
Spacious 3 bed villa near the beach and Korineum golf course
This 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom villa is situated just 15 minutes away from the Korineum golf and country club and just 5 minutes from the sleepy harbour town of Kyrenia, which has an abundance of restaurants and bars in a romantic setting. The villa has a large kitchen and dining room with separate living room and there is a private swimming for all to enjoy.
Price: £299 per week (£50pp per week based on 6 sharing)
Cultural breaks:
Marrakech, Morocco
Holiday-Rentals.co.uk/73456
Luxury villa in the best residential area in Marrakech
Situated in the best residential area in Marrakech and only 5 minutes from the famous Djemaa el Fna square, this 4 bedroom villa provides a comfortable living area and a large mature garden which is 100 years old! The villa is just a short walk to some of the best and most diverse restaurants, plus there is an international golf course within a 15 minute drive and guests can also visit the magical Koutoubia masq and the Menara Park.
Riad Karmela
Holiday-Rentals.co.uk/66600
Apartments & suites with Jacuzzi, plunge pool and hamam, minutes from the Souks
The Riad Karmela is located in the heart of the authentic old Medina, just 2 minutes walk from the entrance of the Souks, the museum of Marrakech and the Medersa Ben Youssef and the famous Place Djemma el Fnaa is only 8 minutes away. The property has been sympathetically furnished in a Moroccan style, and has a variety of suites and apartments that can accommodate between 2 to 5 guests, or alternatively can be rented in whole. Guests can enjoy the plunge pool in the shadow of the orange trees and jasmine or relax in the hamam and Jacuzzi after an exciting day Christmas shopping in the Souks.
Price for a studio apartment: £155.40 per room, per night between 21Dec and 5Jan08
Egypt
El Gouna
Holiday-Rentals.co.uk/67840
Beautiful apartment in a perfect location overlooking the marina
This modern apartment is on the first floor and has two double bedrooms (sleeps 5) and two bathrooms, as well as a lovely terrace area. It is quiet, light and airy and has all the benefits of a modern flat including air conditioning and satellite TV, plus great views over the marina. As well as two double bedrooms the flat also has a good sized living area and fully fitted kitchen with all mod cons.
Price: £500 per week (£100pp per week based on 5 sharing)
City breaks
London
Holiday-Rentals.co.uk/70350
Modern, luxury apartment with views over the Thames & Millennium Dome
This luxury apartment is part of the new award winning development of colourful and funky apartments directly overlooking the River Thames and Millennium Dome. It has two bedrooms (sleeps up to 6) and two bathrooms, plus a huge open plan living/dining room. It is a top floor apartment (lift available) so has fabulous views over the Thames, the Dome and Canary Wharf. The apartment has been finished to a very high standard, with modern contemporary furniture, TV, internet access and all mod cons: dishwasher, washing machine, ceramic hob and oven etc.
Price: £990 per week (£165pp per week based on 6 sharing)
Holiday-Rentals.co.uk/65381
Luxury penthouse and coach house in Central London
Two stunning, spacious, luxurious and newly refurbished apartments ideally situated for exploring central London attractions. The penthouse and the coach house cottage are situated on the grounds of a grand Victorian Mansion, next door to Henry VIII’s childhood home, Eltham Palace. Each sleeps up to six, with two large double bedrooms (both en suites) and a double sofa bed, and each has a modern kitchen and large open plan living/dining room with real effect gas fire.
Price: £950 per week (£158.30pp per week based on 6 sharing)
Paris
Montmartre
Holiday-Rentals.co.uk/13968
A quintessentially French apartment near Abbesses; the setting for Amélie
Located in the Lamarck Caulaincourt area of the 18th arrondissement - an excellent area for the “Real Paris”, this apartment is in a great position to explore Montmartre. Straight up the road from the apartment is the Sacré Coeur and the lively Abbesses area, which is the setting for the film Amélie. The apartment itself has one bedroom and can sleep up to 4 people comfortably; there is a fully fitted kitchen and a cosy sitting room with satellite TV and stereo system.
Price: £493 per week (£123.25pp per week based on 4 sharing)
Holiday-Rentals.co.uk/88725
A romantic one bedroom loft apartment in central Paris
This romantic apartment has 1 bedroom and can sleep up to 5 people. Guests will appreciate the comfortable and peaceful atmosphere after a busy day in Paris. The apartment has been stylishly decorated and there is original artwork on the walls by Lisa Holden in the pre-Raphaelite style. The area is very quiet but is only a short walk to many bars and restaurants.
Price: £849 per week (based on 2 sharing, €100 extra per extra person who stays)
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