Spring into summer

As the summer solstice approaches and the weather turns from dull and dreary to bright and beautiful it is time to book that long awaited family holiday. Whether you’re planning an indulgent week abroad or a short break in the UK holidaylettings.co.uk will help make your family summer trip special. From golf fanatics to dedicated adventure junkies, holidaylettings has something perfectly tailored to meet your every need.

The Best Beautiful Beaches this Summer…

Villa on the West Coast of Barbados holidaylettings.co.uk/26169
This beautifully decorated private beach front cottage on the water’s edge is perfect for a couple or young family. The property enjoys its own private driveway and a wonderful patio for sunbathing, which leads directly to a white sandy beach with excellent swimming and snorkelling. Barbados is famed for its year round sunshine, endless beaches, warm blue waters and its friendly fun-loving people. It is the most easterly of the Caribbean Islands and measures 21miles by 14 miles.

Across the island, you will find cultural attractions, including splendid architecture, art, music, theatre and fine cuisine as well as a whole host of sporting activities, including hiking, tennis, polo, scuba diving, boating and deep sea fishing. Sleeps up to 3, from £1061 per week

Ta Palma Farmhouse, Island of Gozo holidaylettings.co.uk/21455
This stunningly converted farmhouse with a large mature garden and beautiful swimming pool overlooks the beautiful Gozo countryside and the Mediterranean Sea. Escape to the peaceful and relaxed island of Gozo where everything operates on a much slower and more relaxed pace - a perfect place to unwind completely. Greener and less developed than Malta, Gozo offers a range of outdoor activities throughout the year. Sleeps up to 8, from £589 per week.

Undiscovered Delights of the UK…

Rose Cottage, Port Eynon, Wales holidaylettings.co.uk/48554
Designated as Britain's first area of outstanding natural beauty, The Gower has some of the most beautiful scenery you are ever likely to see. Just 18 miles long and less than eight miles wide the area has nearly 400 miles of public rights of way, and 23 nature reserves. The Gower offers a great variety of beaches and coves attracting everyone from surfers to the more relaxed hikers and sun worshipers. The cottage itself was originally built as a fisherman’s cottage and has substantial stone walls and reclaimed ships’ timbers. Sleeps up to 6, from £580 per week.

Bethemek Lodge, Newquay holidaylettings.co.uk/34209
Bethemek Lodge provides spacious accommodation over two floors with an open plan living / dining room, with lounge seating for five and fitted kitchen. Also located on the ground floor is The Aqua room, a twin bedded room with a walk in wardrobe; The Amber room, a double bedded room with a large pine wardrobe; and the main bathroom with bath and separate shower.

Whatever time of year you choose to visit North Cornwall you can be guaranteed of plenty to do. Enjoy rugged cliff top or quiet countryside walks, cycling, surfing or relaxing on the beautiful sandy beaches. Sleeps up to 6, from £450 per week.

Time to Tee Off in Style…

Casa El Jueno, Alicante Province, Spain holidaylettings.co.uk/38372
Casa El Jueno is a four bedroom detached villa with stunning sea views set in extremely peaceful surroundings. It is situated just a short drive from Altea old town with its many golf courses, restaurants, cafes, bank and mini market. The villa is only three kilometres from Altea beach resort, which is a popular destination for the Spanish and was originally a Spanish fishing village.

Unlike some parts of Spain, Altea has yet to be spoilt by high-rise buildings or over development. Terramitca theme park, Aqualandia water park and Mundomar sea world are all within 20 minutes of the villa. Two casinos are situated nearby and various golf courses, including the renowned Melia Hills resort which is only a five minute drive. Sleeps up to 10, from £650 per week.

Adrenaline Junkies Summer Dreams…

Buffalo Beach Road Beauty, Whitianga, New Zealand holidaylettings.co.uk/53911
Perched above the glistening sweep of white sand swimming beaches that make up the Whitianga harbour, this house is the real Kiwi experience! Made of white painted wood with a corrugated iron roof, it has an authentic kiwi colonial charm. Large balconies provide stunning uninterrupted views of local beaches, glistening blue water and rugged mountain ranges. Every facility has been provided to ensure you have a relaxing and comfortable stay, including loungers, outdoor dining and a BBQ.

The deep water harbour of Whitianga is home to an extensive fleet of boats. The marine environment is spectacular with idyllic conditions for boating, sailing, kayaking, diving, snorkelling, swimming, surfing and fishing. Sleeps up to 8, from £280 per week.