EUROPEAN VILLA RENTALS:  Our Staff favorite villa rentals: We have years of experience at European Escapes Villa Rentals arranging staffed or self catering holiday home rentals of the finest villas throughout Europe, in all the most popular areas: the Greek Islands, inland Greece, the South of France to Paris, Cote d Azur, Provence, French Riviera, Italy; from simple farmhouses to luxury  villas in Tuscany, Umbria, Italy Lakes District, Italian Riviera, the Amalfi Coast, Spain, the Costa del Sol, the Costa Brava, Costa Dorada, Andalucia, Ibiza,  ski chalets, apartments and summer houses in Switzerland and Austria.  Below are some of our staff, as well as our client's favorite villa rentals and holiday homes in Europe:

France: Cote d'Azur

Chateau Dior 14 bedroom, 11 bath, sleeps 25, private estate with pool and  tennis court, Montauroux, 16 miles Cannes, 19 miles Saint Raphael and to the sea More Details Côte d Azur, French Riviera. Luxury Chateau estate, sleeps 25, with 14 bedrooms and 11 baths, is elegantly furnished and decorated, on three levels.  In the Var region of the South of France, toward the western end of the Riviera.  Views extend to Montauroux and picturesque Fayence 5.5 miles. Great location to explore Côte d`Azur and throughout the inland Riviera.  10 miles from Grasse, within easy reach of all of French Riviera. Swimming pool (12m x 8m)  and a private tennis court. 16 miles from Cannes. Within easy driving distance of Cannes and Nice.  Fayence (9 km) and Lake St. Cassien (1 km). the Chateau is app. 1/2 mile from the lake of Ste-Cassien, and app 2 1/2 miles from the little village of Montauroux.  Palais Hermes                               10 bedroom  10 bath, Air Conditioning, Heated private pool, Sleeps 19 More Details                 French Riviera: Cannes, St Tropez area. Palais Hermes, With 10 bedrooms and baths, sleeps up to 19, is a luxurious beautiful estate property, just footsteps from the sea, with 2 spacious terraces, a large swimming pool which can be heated (60m2) and pool/patio area, bbq, spacious, well equipped pool house. Distance to sea less than 100 m. Private: swimming pool (50 m2),  Interior: Large villa, 400 m2, on 3 levels.. The estate has 2 villas, The 5 bedroom Palais Kouros and 10 bedroom Palais Hermes set in beautifully manicured gardens of over an acre. Palais Hermes is set within its own private grounds, but an access gate can be opened between the two villas when both are rented together. Shared private port and boat house for both villas on the grounds. Caretaker on premises in separate part of villa. Walk to restaurants and the nearby village. Shop 2 km. Sandy beach 100 m. By Car, St Raphael is 5 minute drive. St Tropez and Cannes 30 minute drive.   Inquire for rates for the festival de Cannes and le Grand Prix. Villa Mougins Luxury villa with 9 bedroom 7 bath, Sleeps 21, air conditioned,  Area of Cannes Mougins,  private heated pool, private tennis court More Details French Riviera. Cannes Mougins area: Vast luxury villa property, 9 bedrooms, 7 bathrooms, in the residential area of Cannes Mougins in a landscaped park with a heated pool, pool-house, clay tennis court and golf pitch and putt. Close to the medieval village of Mougins overlooking the bay of Cannes. Luxurious and outstanding property.  20 minutes from the international airport Nice Côte d`Azur. Close by the very famous Golf Country Club of Mougins. Caretaker on premises in a wing of the villa. Interior - villa 800m2 on more than one hectare landscaped garden with large (17m) heated swimming pool with a central islet. Pool-house (60 m² with summer kitchen, bar, shower and toilet)  Golf pitch and putt with 3 greens and 4 bunkers. 3 wings with different access to many salons and 9 bedrooms. Air conditioning.

ITALY:

Amalfi Coast
Villa Limoncello
4 bedroom 4 bath, Spacious villa in panoramic position, sleeps 7
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Positano: Beautiful and spacious (3,330 sq. ft) villa, 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, sleeps 7, situated in a panoramic position in the very famous town of Positano,  on the Amalfi coast. The villa, set against the rocks, is one of the oldest in the village and has been built over three floors, laid out on terracing with panoramic views of the sea. The main beach is 150 m away and is reached by descending one of the town`s picturesque staircases. Within a radius of 100 m are various shops, famous bars and restaurants. Equipped terraces with sea view. Pay parking 100 m away. Top part of house: 1 double bedroom with own bathroom with shower and balcony, 1 twin bedded room, 1 bathroom with shower and a small terrace. Central part: entrance/living room, 1 double bedroom with access to a terrace (60 m2), with panoramic sea view, 1 bathroom with bath. Lower floor: living/dining room (TV) with access to a terrace, kitchen (oven, dishwasher, washing machine) with access to a terrace, 1 small single bedroom very simply furnished, 1 bathroom with hip bath. The three floors are connected by an internal staircase as well as by an outside staircase which flanks one side of the house and gives access to the top floor bedrooms and to the central floor. The main entrance to the villa is situated in the central part and is reached by an outside staircase. Comfortable furniture. Telephone. Upon request two additional beds can be made available and are to be requested when booking and to be paid for locally.

Tuscany

Italian country life at its finest:
Casale di Vorno, Lucca
5 bedroom,  6 bath luxury air-conditioned villa and adjacent 2 bedroom, 1 bath coach house with private pool and wonderful views- rented together sleeps 13 or
5 bedroom 6 bath luxury air-conditioned villa only, Sleeps 10
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Luxury Casale located just 5 kms from Lucca which has been beautifully restored, maintaining traditional, graceful architectural features and furnished with the finest pieces. Great attention was given to every detail of this property. The villa has 5 bedrooms and  6 bathrooms plus the adjacent coach house has 2 bedrooms/1 bathroom, sleeping a total of 13 people. Outdoor areas include a swimming pool with splendid views of the Vorno Valley, numerous furnished terraces perfect for 'al fresco' meals, a gazebo, and a spacious Italian garden full of fruit trees and flowers.

Villa della Uva,
5 bedroom  5 bath, two kitchens, two living rooms, 2 private pools (1 freshwater, 1 saltwater)
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Lovely and spacious (5000 sq.ft.) 17th century farmhouse gated estate idyllically set in the valley between Lucca and Pisa on a large 50-acre estate reached by driving through the original monumental stone gate on a 1/4 mile private entrance of well tended sprawling green grass lawn and laurel bushes and the historic ancient olive mill. The house has 5 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms and is nicely furnished throughout.

Villa Boscolo
7 bedroom 6 bath luxury estate, private heated pool, private tennis court, billiards, on this Tuscan luxury estate, 21 miles to Florence, Sleeps 12  

This marvelous villa is ideally located, superbly appointed and offers all the amenities and luxuries that you could wish for in an inspiring Tuscan holiday. The villa sits within 10 acres of the lovely protected and tranquil forests of Vallombrosa, and is still only 21 miles to Florence. There is a main house (5 bedrooms) and a separate guest house (2 bedrooms). Pool can be heated at extra cost. Full Details

Umbria
Casa Contadina,
4 bedroom  2 bath farmhouse, Heated indoor swimming pool, Sleeps 10

This lovely house is a staff favorite, due to the sublime combination of such a tranquil setting and idyllic central location. It is also great value with 4 bedrooms and an indoor swimming pool. The house sits several miles off a small road on several hundred acres of private land and is perched on a hillside overlooking rolling green farmland, grazing deer, and a small pond. The charming town of Gubbio is nearby and Perugia is with in easy reach.  Full Details

Italy Lakes District 

Lake Garda
Villa Mermaid
7 bedroom 3 1/2 bath villa, Sleeps 11
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Lake Como Villa Mezzegra  Lake Como villa, 4 bedroom 3 bath, private pool, tennis court, views over the lake, Sleeps 8 More Details Lake Como villa set in panoramic position enjoying views over Lake Como and the Bellagio headland, with shops and restaurants of the village of Mezzegra just over 1/2 mile and lakeside beach just over 1 mile. The villa has a private swimming pool (12x7 meters, open May to September) and tennis court. It is set on grounds of 44,000 sq.ft. with large, well-tended furnished gardens, furnished patio and terrace, private parking in double garage, deck chairs, bbq - the ideal setting for savoring the most inspiring scenery in this world-renowned area. INTERIOR: This 3,000 sq. ft. 4 bedroom villa has large open plan living/dining room with fireplace, master double bedroom with en suite bath, 2 more double bedrooms, 1 twin bedded bedroom with en suite bath, another bathroom at lower level, large terrace, nice furnishings throughout, satellite TV, stereo, CD player, washing machine, central heating. Lake Como Villa Menaggio 4 bedroom,  4 km from the lake, on the western side of Lake Como, with lake view More Details Lake Como. Villa Menaggio, sleeps 8, is 4 km from Menaggio, on 2 levels, in a quiet, sunny, elevated position on top of a hill, with view of the lake, 4 km from the lake, in a cul-de-sac. Private: park 3200 m2 (fenced), garden with lawn, plants, flowers and trees. Terrace (25 m2), garden furniture. Parking by the house, garage. 4 star rating. Interior of villa, 2 story, 200 m2, large living room with panoramic window, open fireplace, satellite TV, CD player, exit to the terrace. 1 double bedroom with bath/bidet/WC. 1 bedroom with 2 beds. Dining room. Kitchen (oven, microwave, dishwasher, deep freezer). Bath/WC, and bath/bidet/WC. Upper floor: 1 double bedroom, with port hold window with views of the lake. 1 bedroom with 2 beds. Bathroom, sloping ceiling, with Hip bath/WC. All bedrooms with electric shutters. Heating (extra). Washing machine. Grocers 800 m, restaurant 500 m. Golf course 500 m. On the ground floor there is a garage for 2 cars. Access is via an outdoor staircase (from the living room) or from the back of the kitchen, via a secondary entrance. Mennaggio is a picturesque holiday resort, on the western shore of Lake Como.  2 story, in a quiet, sunny, elevated position on top of a hill, 4 km from the lake, in a cul-de-sac. Private: park 3200 m2 (fenced), garden with lawn, plants, flowers and trees, swimming pool with salt water (12 x 6 m, depth 110 - 210 cm, 01.06.-30.09.), terrace (25 m2), garden furniture. Parking by the house.

Italian Riviera
Villa Riviera
3 bedroom 2 bath villa, sea views, near San Remo
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Villa Riviera, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, offering complete privacy, ( Approximately 5 kms from the shops and cafes in lively San Remo), on the Italian Riviera. The Villa has 120 square metres of living space, enjoying lovely panoramic views of the Mediterranean Sea. Great for outdoor living. It is furnished with a mixture of antiques and comfortable furnishings, and has modern amenities. French doors leading onto the large furnished panoramic terrace. Terra cotta floors with mosaics. Small kitchen, with marble counter, with dishwasher, washing machine, refrigerator/freezer, electric oven. Parking for up to 4 cars in the courtyard of the villa. LOCATION: Villa Riviera is nestled in a hilly amphitheater in blossom of flowers, cultivations with every color and species. Wonderful view over the gulf of San Remo. Car necessary, Though if you enjoy walking, it is possible to walk from villa to a bus stop where you can go to downtown San Remo with its casino.  walk about 45 minutes to visit a typical medieval village with Ligurian alleys and unforgettable sea view. Sandy beaches 3 km, horseback riding and tennis courts 3 km, sailing school 5 km, golf course 10 km,  The villa is located 3 kms from beaches of San Remo and 5 kms. from San Remo centre.Enjoy downtown San Remo with its sumptuous villas and casino, and  explore La Pigna, the ancient nucleus of San Remo.  A convenient location to see all the best of the Italian Riviera and  Monte Carlo is about a 40 minute drive, Nice airport about a 1 hour drive.

Venice
Renato Apartamento   Venetian Penthouse
3 bedroom 2 bath spacious flat  just 50 steps from the Grand Canal and 150 yards to the world-famous Rialto Bridge - a classic Venice apartment with all modern amenities
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This very spacious (2,000 sq. ft) lovely, bright and airy 4th floor Venetian apartment is a real treasure, combining all the best attributes of Venetian living. An historic centrally located building just 50 steps from the Grand Canal and short walk to the Rialto and with classic historic features (classic wood beam ceilings) combined with all the modern amenities. In addition to being perched above the lovely neighborhood of Canareggio (wonderful shops, restaurants, stores, etc), it's also just a short and lovely walk to Piazza San Marco. Set high above it all with romantic world class views, the penthouse apartment is bright, airy and spacious and still very tranquil. INTERIOR: Large entry salon with windows and light, comfortable open plan dining room/kitchen (modern and professionally equipped, dishwasher, washing machine, pantry, 6 burner stove, oven,) that opens via French doors onto the charming private terrace (perfect for dining al fresco or morning coffee), also with stunning views. There is a second living/sitting room with TV and more wonderful views, 3 bedrooms (1 queen size, 1 double bedded loft bedroom, one bedroom w/ two twin beds), two modern bathrooms (one with full tub, one w/ shower). All the space and amenities you need to savor the delights of this beautiful city and live life like a Venetian.  Comfortable, ideally located and utterly charming and perfect for savoring Venetian life with the delights of Canareggio and its wonderful neighborhood shopping, cafe and restaurant area - all just steps outside your front door. LOCATION:  Venice: Canareggio District, STREET: Salizada San Giovanni Crisostomo. Nearest Vaporetto Stop: Rialto, Nearest Water Taxi Stop: Calle del Sernagiotto O Del Remer.

SPAIN:

Costa Brava 
Villa Montana Mare
4 bedroom 3 bath lovely villa, private pool, stunning views  
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Lovely  (2600 sq. ft) villa set in stunning position with panoramic views overlooking the stunning scenic grandeur of the Costa Brava coastline and the mountains. The villa is surrounded by well-tended, lush Mediterranean gardens (2000 m2). Outsides is the lovely private, illuminated swimming pool (open Mar 1-Oct. 30). LOCATION: The villa is set in a prestigious neighborhood near San Feliu de Guixols (lovely Catalonian town just under 2 miles) with many good restaurants, markets, shops and stores and it is 1.8 miles to the lovely sandy beaches and 5 miles from lovely Platja d`Aro, 18 miles from Gerona, only 50 miles to Barcelona and also with several world class golf course nearby (from 3 to 6 miles). INTERIOR: Ground floor: living room w/ fireplace, dining room, fully equipped modern kitchen (also w/ washing machine, dishwasher, pantry), 4 bedrooms total (two of which are master suites with king beds and en suite bathrooms, a third bedroom with a queen size bed and a 4th bedroom with double bed and bathroom.  Private pool, satellite TV, modern stereo, local gardener/caretaker included.

Costa del Sol,   Marbella
Golden Mile Villa
5 bedroom 4 1/2 bath villa, private pool, Sleeps 10  
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Very upscale beautiful and modern luxury villa with air-conditioning throughout in a quiet residential setting on the exclusive Golden Mile, sleeps up to 10, just 1/2 mile from the center of Marbella and 1 mile from the beach with lovely sea and mountain views. The villa was completely renovated in the winter of 2003, it is all on one level and quite open and airy with large windows making the interior bright and pleasant. Golden Mile Villa is set on a private garden of 22,000 sq.ft. with swimming pool, furnished terraces including a covered terrace in the garden by the pool with outdoor dining table. The outdoor areas are all private and ideal for enjoying the wonderful climate of the Costa del Sol and the views. The interior is furnished to a high standard with special detail given to the décor throughout all the rooms. INTERIOR: Air-conditioned luxury villa: There are 5 double bedrooms, 4 full bathrooms, an additional guest WC, a living room with fireplace, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher. OUTDOOR AREAS: Large garden with lawn, swimming pool, covered summer terrace with dining area, furnished terraces, and parking. Further amenities include a telephone, air-conditioning, satellite television, VCR, stereo with CD player. Cleaning included 2hrs/day Monday thru Thursday. Please note two week minimum in August, please email for rates.

Costa del Sol,  SotoGrande 
Villa San Roque
Spacious 8 bedroom 8 bath villa with private pool and close to Spain's best golfing
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Beautiful villa in Sotogrande ideally set just 750 meters from the beach with panoramic sea views that include Gibraltar, the coast of Africa and the Sierra Nevada. This lovely and well-maintained villa offers all the modern amenities in a graceful and grandiose setting and was totally renovated in the year 2000. INTERIOR: Ground floor: 2 large living rooms (with fireplaces), lovely and modern fully equipped kitchen (Viking appliances), comfortable and cool patio room, dining room and 7  bedrooms, 5 double bedded  and 2 twin bedded, ( each with  bathrooms, some facing the sea and all with phones, TV and computer/internet access and a fully-equipped laundry room. Upstairs includes a spacious master bedroom suite with two queen size beds and bathroom, and a spacious furnished terrace with sweeping seaviews. AMENITIES: satellite TV, stereo, phones, laundry room, internet access, central A/C and heating, and lovely outdoor areas with mature gardens, furniture and swimming pool.  Maid service, cook (Spanish cuisine)  LOCATION: Just a few miles from San Roque, an old Spanish town of 20,000 people, with added local attractions such as Gibraltar, 8 miles, Marbella at 37 miles, Sevilla at 100 miles. There are also 6 renowned golf courses within 10 min. drive of the villa, including Vaderama, Sotogrande and San Roque, 3 of the world's finest) and the villa is short walking distance to the seaside, the yacht marine and tennis courts. Tangier, Morocco can be reached by hovercraft in just an hour and the closest international airports are Gibraltar, at 20 min. or Malaga at just over an hour.

GREEK ISLANDS

Mykonos
Villa Kanalia
6 bedrooms, sleeps 12, In the Fashionable Kanalia area of Mykonos,  Unique villa with great sea views
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Outstanding villa in the Kanalia area of Mykonos, one of the most fashionable areas, and on the coast, with sea views facing west and sunset, and side views to Delos and Rhenia, (and Tinos island much further away). Quiet, peaceful location. Steps that lead down to sea level rocks. 2km from nearest beach. Sleeps up to 12 people, 2,700 sq.ft. in size, built with natural stone, overlooking the sea and facing west. About 3 miles to Mykonos town. Satellite TV, and Internet connection. Large swimming pool, surrounded by wood deck in front of the villa. On the side are outdoor dining facilities with barbeque and bar area. Two outside dining areas: one shaded, which connects with barbecue area and kitchen. Another dining table (in stone) is on the other side of sitting area. Separate pool bar. Patios on 3 sides around the villa. 2 story villa with large living room, nicely furnished, fire place, (TV, stereo, CD player) connects with large dining area. The open plan equipped kitchen is behind a large bar (has oven/dishwasher, washing machine, all kitchen equipment). There are 2 double bedrooms, each with an ensuite bathroom with shower. Upper Floor: the master bedroom has double bed and circular tub in the bedroom, balcony, and ensuite bathroom, balcony has sea views. Another double bedroom with ensuite bathroom, with shower. Annex: 2 extra guest bedrooms built under the pool, one with double bed, the other with 2 single built-in beds which connect and share a bathroom with shower, and a shady terrace which faces the sea and rocky coast. Included: Air-conditioning, Daily 2 hours of maid service. Area: Kanalia, Very quiet, beautiful location, in residential area with other villas. Distances: about 4 km from Mykonos Town, 2 km from nearest beach and 4.5 km from airport.

On the island of Hydra
Villa Helios
4 bedroom 3 bath villa, small private pool, terraces, spectacular views, on this island paradise
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On the island of Evia
Villa Petros  island near Athens
Stunning 4 bedroom 3 bath seaside villa, footsteps to nearly private beach
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This stunning seaside villa offers the Greek island life that travelers dream about, just footsteps from the sea and a nearly private beach. The inside is lovingly decorated and boasts 4 bedrooms, (3 double bedded, 1 twin-bedded) and EACH with sea-facing balconies with breathtaking views, the master w/ en suite bathroom. One of the bedrooms has its own private access (perfect for teens) and is joined to the house by a ground floor terrace and has its own shower room. The living area of the house boasts a spacious open plan living/dining room decorated with locally-made hand carved wood furniture and TV, stereo (cd), fireplace, and the fully-equipped kitchen separated by a cozy breakfast bar. The house has marble floors throughout and several antique carpets and many antiques furnishings to accentuate its charming, well-kept character. There are many balconies on both floors and abundant sliding doors to let in fresh sea breezes in summer. The grounds are lush and include many indigenous plants and flowers as well as an olive grove and even the ancient stone ruins from a classical port once located on this property. The property is gated and access to the sea is by a path just 20 steps from the house to a lovely cove (shared generally by only 2 other nearby homes, if any) ideal for afternoon dips before retiring for lunch on the verandah or at one of the near-by tavernas. Water-skiing boats can be rented in town just a mile away and even moored at the house. LOCATION: Evia is the second largest Greek island after Crete and still unspoiled by mass tourism. The house sits just a mile from Karystos a lively and authentic Greek fishing village of 10,000 inhabitants that has shops, restaurants, fresh seafood, and seaside tavernas, traditional bouzoki as well as two nightclubs. The nearby countryside offers a chance to go even deeper into real Greek life,  with many small villages following their classical customs.

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