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farmhouses to
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French Riviera, Italy; in Tuscany, Umbria,
Italy Lakes District, Italian Riviera, the
Amalfi Coast, Spain, the
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Costa Dorada,
Andalucia, Ibiza, ski chalets, apartments and summer houses in
Switzerland and Austria.
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ITALY:
Amalfi Coast:
Villa Olivia
4 bedroom villa on 4 different levels, private pool near Positano
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AMALFI
Coast. Villa, situated just 3.5 km from Positano, along the
panoramic road leading from Sorrento to Positano, Amalfi and
Ravello. Immersed within a vast olive-grove stretching out over
natural terraces overlooking the sea. The property extends over
7 hectares cultivated with olives and fruit trees, and has a
wealth of fascinating footpaths that clamber up the sea-facing
slope of the mountainside and is developed around the 6x10 m
swimming-pool surrounded by open-air living-rooms with bamboo
furniture, which provide delightful meeting-points for the
guests. The villa is composed of 4 separate units distributed
over the different ground levels; these are connected with each
other by amusing external routes designed by the irregularity of
the surrounding terrain, which has enabled the creation of a
fantastic garden rich in vegetation and full of enchanting
secret corners. As a result of the division of the villa into
several units, each bedroom constitutes a veritable suite; all
are nicely furnished while inspired by different styles ranging
from the rustic, through the eighteenth-century, to the
oriental. The two main suites, fitted with ample panoramic
windows, are also fitted with air-conditioning. Equipped with
all modern conveniences: TV, stereo, dishwasher and
washing-machine, and lies 3.5 km from Positano, 15 from
Sorrento, and 60 from Naples; the nearest beach is at Positano.
Naples, Distance: 50 km. The villa consists of several separate
parts: 1st part: GROUND FLOOR: large living-room with fireplace
and TV, passage through the garden, 1 double bedroom with
bathroom with shower, 1 double bedroom with third bed and with
bathroom with shower. 2nd part: RAISED FLOOR: suite with a large
living-room with access to private terrace, sleeping area with
double bed, bathroom with shower. 3rd part: suite 2 with double
bed and third bed, bathroom with shower, private terrace. 4th
part: RAISED FLOOR: large kitchen with dining area, bathroom
with shower. Large panoramic terraces. |
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Villa Amalfitana, Near Amalfi and Ravello
4 bedroom 4 bathroom Luxury villa, Sea views, Air Conditioned, with
pool, sleeps 9
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AMALFI.
Villa Amalfitana, 4 bedroom 4 bath
luxury villa with pool, Lovely panoramic views of the sea,
sleeps up to 9, villa is 200 m2 on 2 levels, and renovated
recently, with luxurious and tasteful furnishings. Description:
living room with open fireplace and satellite-TV, exit to the
patio. 1 bedroom with 1 bed, 1 double bed and shower/bidet/WC,
exit to the balcony. Kitchen (oven, dishwasher, micro wave) with
dining table. Shower/bidet/WC. Upper floor (ladder): 1 double
bedroom with bath/bidet/WC, exit to the terrace. 1 double
bedroom, exit to the terrace. 1 bedroom with 2 beds, exit to the
terrace. Shower/bidet/WC. Patio. Garden. Terrace furniture,
barbecue. Panoramic view of the sea, the swimming pool and the
resort. Facilities: washing machine Reserved parking for 4 cars,
garage by the house. Located: 2 km from Amalfi: 4 km from the
centre of Ravello, 18 km from the centre of Positano, in a
quiet, sunny, elevated position on a slope, 1 km from the sea, 1
km from the beach. Private: garden with lawn, plants, flowers
and trees, swimming pool (12 x 6 m, 06.05.-30.09.), outside
shower, patio, terrace, garden furniture, barbeque. In the
house: washing machine. Air-conditioning (included.). Parking
by the house, individual garage. Grocers 200 m, restaurant 1 km,
bus stop 200 m. Pebble beach 1 km. ***Please note: main road
closeby. The perfect spot to spend a relaxing holiday relishing
the sea, the sun and the views of the Amalfi Coast. A charming
refuge and ideal area to explore Amalfi, Positano and Sorrento.
Grocers 200 m, restaurant 1 km, bus stop 200 m. Pebble beach 1
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Tuscany
Casa di Vera, Lucca region
6 bedroom 5 bathroom villa, private pool, Sleeps 12
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Lucca region, Tuscany:
Charming restored 18th century home, completely restored a few
years ago. The interior of the house has been furnished very
comfortably, and all of the bedrooms have air-conditioning. The
property is surrounded by vineyards and olive groves and
overlooks a small man-made lake where fishing is possible. In
the garden there is a pergola with a wood-oven and barbecue
ideal for 'al fresco' dining. At the back of the house there is
a large patio overlooking the fenced for child safety swimming
pool (12x6 meters). The pool is surrounded by trees and lawns
and, in a shady position, there is table tennis. INTERIOR: Grd
flr: Well-equipped kitchen; storeroom; laundry; bathroom with
shower room; living room with dining area. On the next floor are
the 6 bedrooms: 4 double bedrooms and 2 twin bedrooms, 4
bathrooms, 2 with shower only. terrace with panoramic views.
STAFF: Maid service is included in the price, 3 hours a day, 3
days a week. LOCATION: Lappato nearest village with shops 1 km,
Capannori (nearest motorway exit) 12 km, Lucca 16 km, Florence
62 km, Pisa Airport 37 km, beaches 40 km. Separate room with
sauna and steam bath in basement. |
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Villa Bibbiena
Arezzo area, Elegant 7 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms Tuscan villa with 3 separate
apartments for privacy for your group, private pool, panoramic views, on top of
hill
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Arrezo area. 17th century, Large fully
renovated villa, 7 bedroom, 5 bathroom, 380 m2 in size, on top of a hill
with panoramic views of the valley. Interior: Divided into 3 separate
apartments, with 2 inside entrances, and a smaller apartment with a
separate outside entrance. Geat for large groups wanting privacy.
Interior: large living/dining room with open fireplace. 2 double
bedrooms. 1 double bedroom with shower/bidet/WC. Kitchenette (4
hotplates, oven, dishwasher). Shower/bidet/WC. Upper floor: large
living/dining room. 2 double bedrooms. 1 double bedroom with
shower/bidet/WC. Kitchenette (4 hotplates, oven, dishwasher).
Shower/bidet/WC. There is an attic floor from the living room on the top
floor of the main building reached by a spiral staircase. Separate
apartment is located on the ground floor with living room with open
fire, double sofa bed and exit to large veranda with panoramic views,
kitchenette, shower/WC/bidet. Top floor with shower/WC/bidet.
Comfortable, antique and stylish furnishings. 5 star rating. Garden.
Terrace furniture, barbecue, deck chairs. Extra: final cleaning,
security deposit. Private: garden, swimming pool (7 x 14 m, depth 150
cm, 15.05.-30.09.), terrace, garden furniture, barbecue. In the house:
sun terrace, central heating. Maid on request (extra). Parking
Supermarket, restaurant, bar 5 km. Golf course 12 km. Area: 17 km from
the centre of Camaldoli, La Verna, 20 km from the centre of Arezzo, 65
km from the centre of Firenze, Siena. Area: Bibbiena is an elegant
little town with old stately buildings, 60 km southeast from Firenze.
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Italian country life at its finest:
Casale di Vorno,
Lucca
5 bedroom, 6 bath luxury air-conditioned villa, sleeps 10, plus 2 bedroom,
1 bath coach house, sleeps 3, private pool and wonderful views - together sleeps
13, or rent the 5 bedroom villa only
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Italy.
Tuscany Luxury
Casale located just 5 kms from Lucca. Luxury (5 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms)
air-conditioned villa and a coach house (2 bedrooms 1 bathroom). The
property is just outside Lucca and sleeps total of 13. Full time maid and
daily continental breakfast included. Chef by request. This ancient casale
has been beautifully restored. Everything has been designed with regards to
the smallest of details and is quite luxurious. Dining room with vaulted
ceiling, stonework and other traditional workmanship. There is a 5 bedroom
villa, plus a 2 bedroom coach house, sleeps up to 13 people. The 5 bedroom,
6 bath luxury villa, is air-conditioned throughout. INTERIOR; Ground floor:
TV room: At the main entrance of the casale, you will enter in the TV room
with stone fireplace, 2 white sofas, satellite TV, furniture with all
brochures about museums, restaurants and place to go during your stay.
Dining room: From the TV room - enter the dining room with a long table
seating up to 12 people, a stone fireplace, door that opens onto the garden.
Office: From the dining room you can enter the office with a desk with
computer, phone, fax machine and internet. Small bathroom: Off of the dining
room is a small bathroom. Kitchen: Connecting with the dining room is the
kitchen which is large at the center of which is a square table which seats
up to 8 people. The furnishings are made in typical Tuscan style with stone
kitchen and large Tuscan furniture. From the kitchen there is a door that
leads to the stairs to the furnished patio where you can enjoy the wonderful
view of Vorno valley and the small river beside. 1st floor: From the TV room
there are 2 stairways leading to the 1st floor where you will find a small
lounge with a small sofa for 2 people. On this upper floor are five double
bedrooms, each with private bathroom. Three bedrooms face north with views
to the hills and the valley and two bedrooms look southward over the brook
and the garden. Of the five bedrooms, one is a large master suite with
sitting room. All bedrooms have been designed to provide utmost privacy for
guests. Furnishings have been carefully selected to provide complete comfort
and luxury, with period furniture and splendid decorative objects. Bathrooms
are luxurious, fitted with tubs and showers and electric towel driers.
Master bedroom suite with bedroom with queen size bed (180 cm), sitting
room, ensuite bathroom, and views of the valley. 3 bedrooms each with double
bed and en suite bathroom and views. 1 twin bedroom with en suite bathroom
and views. COACH HOUSE: sleeps 3, adjacent to the furnished patio off the
kitchen is the small coach house which has 1 bedroom with 2 single beds, 1
bedroom with 1 single and one bathroom. |
Umbria
Casa Contadina
4 bedroom 2 bath farmhouse,
Heated indoor swimming
pool, Sleeps 10
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Italy.
Umbria. This
lovely house is a staff favorite, due to the sublime combination of such a
tranquil setting and idyllic central location. It is also a 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.
It is set on a gentle slope in the rolling hills overlooking the Chiascio
river valley, fenced with electric gate for privacy, making it a perfect
country retreat. It is light and airy inside, furnished to a high standard,
with antique and designer items. Interior: 2 levels, each level has direct
access to the garden. The main entrance is on the upper floor through an
enclosed patio bursting with plants that leads you into the expansive
living, dining, kitchen area (80sqmt/860sqft) with open gourmet kitchen,
well furnished living room and Satellite TV with home theatre system. The
upper level has extra large luxury bathroom (15sqmt/161sqft) with jacuzzi,
and the library (15sqmt/161sqft) with two beds/sofas (this room if needed to
sleep 9 can be converted into a twin bedded room). The library leads into
the indoor pool room. The indoor swimming pool 8x5x1.40mt has large windows
and large sky lights to make it a light filled room. Among the large potted
plants in the pool room (60sqmt/645sqft) are a sitting area and
multifunction home gym machine. The lower level is connected by 2 spiral
staircases to the upper level: Master bedroom suite (40sqmt/430sqft) which
is accessed by an original arched doorway, with marble floors, canopied king
size bed, with a sitting area, marble fireplace and direct access to the
garden with a private vine covered patio with outdoor round dining table for
4. A large luxury bathroom (10sqmt/107sqft) with shower and deep antique
cast iron bathtub. Also, 1 single bedroom, 1 twin bedded bedroom, a utility
area with washing machine and iron. The villa is surrounded by manicured
grounds, on the south facing side there is the outdoor eating area shaded by
a wisteria plant that covers the entire facade, here there is a dining table
for 12 and an iron barbecue. All around the villa are lawn chairs and
benches to enjoy the outdoors. 1 canoe and 2 mountain bikes at guest
disposal. The Chiascio river is just 1km down hill from the house and is is
stocked with trout’s, carps, pikes, rock bass, eel, and cat fish. AREA:
Explore the medieval town of Gubbio which is just 15 minutes away. Closest
restaurant 5km, closest village with pharmacy, post office and very small
grocery shop 7km. Distances: Assisi: 44km, Perugia: 38km, Golf course in
Perugia: 50km Todi: 68km, Orvieto: 103km, famous caves of Frasassi: 62km,
seaside on the Adriatic cost: 87km. |
Villa Sambuco
11 bedroom 11 bath villa, private pool sleeps 22 or can sleep 26 with extra
apartment in annex, Valfabricca
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Umbria,
Valfabbrica. This dramatic 3 level (11 bedrooms, 11 bathrooms) farmhouse
villa from the 17th century, 500 m2 in size, sleeps 22, (or with rental of
an apartment in an annex that sleeps 4, can sleep 26, and is secluded
in the rolling hills of Valfabricca (4 miles) nestled among trees, atop a
hill. It has sweeping views of the beautiful countryside and overlooks an
artificial lake. This property is in a vast park like setting. Ideally
located in the hills between Perugia, Assisi and Gubbio, 6 km from
Valfabbrica. Fully renovated and tastefully furnished retaining traditional
flavor and character while adding modern requirements for comfort, and
equipped with washing machine, dishwasher, TV, and telephone. Outside there
are private garden areas, a covered veranda, a private swimming pool (5x12
meters). Perugia (18 miles), Assisi (15 miles). Bowls court, Private pool,
Dishwasher, SAT TV, telephone, washing machine. Private: park 3 ha, garden,
swimming pool; secured (5 x 12 m, open 5/8 to 9/25), outside shower,
terrace, garden furniture, barbecue. Sun terrace, central heating, burglar
alarm, washing machine. Motor access to the house. Parking by the house. * 4
star rating. On request, extra: private ancient chapel for weddings, and a
large conference room equipped for up to 45 people, and a commercial
kitchen, on the grounds. **** There is also an apartment that can be rented
only with your group, sleeps 4. (Inquire for extra charge). Shopping 6 km.,
Train Station at Bastia 15 km, Tennis 6 km. Area: Valfabbrica is an
historical village, with shops and restaurants, in the Chiascio Valley, 25
km from Perugia, 24 km from Gualdo Tadino, Assisi 20 km, 150 km from the
centre of Firenze. The area has old villages with lots of charm, all over
the region. Enjoy Lake Trasimeno, one of Italy`s largest lakes. The center
of Valfabbrica, with butcher, grocer, bakery and internet connections, is a
short drive. By plane: airport Florence 175 km, Rome 200 km.
Available on
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Italy Lakes District
Lake Como
Villa Mezzegra
Lake Como villa, 4 bedroom 3 bath, private pool, tennis court, views
over the lake, Sleeps 8
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Italian Lakes area. Lake
Como area. 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. |
Villa Menaggio
4 bedroom villa, 4 km from the lake, on the western side of Lake Como, with
lake view
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Italian
Lakes area. Lake
Como area. 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. |
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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Italy. Venice
apartment. 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. |
France: Cote d'Azur
Villa Mougins
Luxury villa with 9 bedroom 7 bath, sleeps 21, air conditioned,
Cannes Mougins area, private heated pool, private tennis court
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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. Poo -house (60 m˛ 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. |
Chateau Dior
14 bedroom, 11 bath, sleeps 25, Chateau on private estate with pool and tennis court, 16 miles Cannes, 19 miles Saint Raphael and to the sea
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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 Montauroux. |
Palais Grecque Estate
Estate with 2 villas, sleeps 33, 16 bedrooms, 16 ensuite baths, on the
sea front, 2 private pools, boat dock, walk to nearby village, drive 5
minutes Saint Raphael, 30 minutes to Cannes and St Tropez
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French
Riviera. Palais Grecque Estate in Cannes/St Tropez area. This
private seafront estate, sleeps up to 33, plus children, is set
in over 1 acre grounds, and has 2 luxury villas with sea views:
The 6 bedroom 6 ensuite bath Palais Kouros (at the seafront) and
10 bedroom 10 ensuite bath Palais Hermes (set about 100 meters
back from sea) are set in beautifully manicured gardens of over
an acre, each with a private swimming pool. It is possible to
rent both villas together (sleeping 33 adults, plus children) on
this private estate; great for corporate retreats, conferences,
or large groups holidaying together. Private harbor if both
villas rented together otherwise shared use with the other
villa. Elegant, stylish and spacious private villas ideally
located on the French Riviera, just east of Saint Raphael. At
the seafront is the Palais Kouros, Luxury 6 bedroom, 6 bathroom
villa, sleeps 12 adults, plus 4 children, directly at the sea.
Less than 100 meters from the sea is the Palais Hermes, with 10
bedrooms and 10 ensuite bathrooms, sleeps 20 to 21, plus
children. Jacuzzi, Solarium. The bedrooms have Satellite TV,
safety box, air-conditioning. Private terraces. Inquire for
rates for the festival de Cannes and le Grand Prix. On request
extra: Chef, Concierge service available. Caretakers on
premises. Walk to restaurants and nearby village. Shop 2 km.
Sandy beach 100 m. St Raphael is 5 minute drive. St Tropez and
Cannes 30 minute drive. Airports: Nice airport is 60 km (45 mins),
Marseille airport is 90 km (1 hr, 30 mins), and Toulon airport
is 60 km (45 mins). St Tropez and Cannes 40 km, 30 minute drive.
Approx 1 hour drive to Monaco. Each villa can be rented
separately. |
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SPAIN
Costa Brava
Villa Montana Mare
4 bedroom 3 bath lovely villa, private pool, stunning views
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Spain. Costa Brava. 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. |
Andalucia
Casas de Castillejos
Enchanting little hamlet for up to 42 people-ideal
for groups, Spanish hamlet, 7 rustic
cottages, with
21 bedrooms all together, making it the ideal retreat for large groups who want
their privacy -- while still being together.
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Andalucia,
Spain. Hamlet. Affordable for large groups. Castillejos is a tiny hamlet of classic Arabic origin,
overlooking the dramatic grandeur of the Spanish countryside and the
lake. Offering tranquility with easy accessibility, an atmospheric local
bodega/restaurant is just a 15 min. stroll away, and the quaint town of
Los Romanes is under 1 mile, and it`s less than half an hour to the
beaches of Torre del Mar, the larger towns of Velez Malaga and Nerja,
and only 45 min. from the Malaga airport. Set against the Axarquia hills
offering panoramic views of the down to Lake Vinuela. The hamlet
overlooking Lake Vinuela consisting of 12 traditional (quaint and
rustic) village houses, (of which 7 are available to rent), sleeping 42
people. The rustic houses are independent and range from 2 to 5 bedrooms
each with living rooms, fully equipped kitchens, and private gardens,
terraces or patios. There is beautiful swimming pool with panoramic
views. The houses are simply furnished in a rustic style. The quaint
town of Los Romanes is under 1 mile (2 bars, 2 shops, restaurant). 5 kms
to La Vinuela, and less than half an hour to the beaches of Torre del
Mar, the larger towns of Velez Malaga and Nerja, and only 45 min. from
the Malaga airport. Facilities include the pool, laundry (extra charge)
room. Small meeting/eating room (450 sq ft), with covered and open
terraces, commercial kitchen, bathroom, (extra payable locally). 2 local
lake side bar/restaurants are just a 15 minute walk. Basic shopping 1.5
kms, shops, restaurants and beaches 20-25 kms. Tennis, 3 miles, Golf, 30
minutes, Granada 2 hours. Your group can enjoy this taste of
Spain together in these rustic houses in your very own hamlet.
(Recommended by Lonely Planet writers) . Great for large
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Costa del Sol
Golden Mile Villa
5 bedroom, 4 1/2 bath villa, private pool, Sleeps 10
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Spain.
Costa del Sol. Marbella. Beautiful, 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. |
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Villa San Roque, Sotogrande
8 bedroom , 8
bathroom lovely villa, Costa del Sol, sleeps 14, private pool, near the
beach, sea views, short drive to marina and close to Spain's best golf
courses
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Spain. Costa del Sol.
Spain. Costa del Sol southern part, Villa San Roque, 750
meters from the beach, is a large (8000 sq. ft.) lovely villa,
with ocean views, which sleeps 14 in 8 bedrooms, 8 bathrooms. Panoramic sea
views as the villa is above the sea and set high, that include
Gibraltar, the coast of Africa and the Sierra Nevada. This
lovely, well maintained villa (8 bedrooms, 8 bathrooms, sleeps
14) offers all the modern amenities in a grand setting, with 2
living rooms. INTERIOR: On the Ground floor: 2 large living
rooms (both with fireplace), One with bridge table and chairs,
library area. Smaller second living room also with large table
and chairs. Modern fully equipped kitchen, Viking appliances,
(microwave, dishwasher and washing machine.), comfortable and
cool patio room, a dining room, and on this floor are 7 of the
bedrooms (5 are double and 2 are single), 7 ensuite bathrooms,
some facing the sea and all with phones, Satellite TV and
wireless internet access. Upstairs is the spacious master
bedroom suite with two queen size beds, ensuite bathroom with a
shower and a tub, opens out to a very large furnished terrace
with sweeping sea views. Basement: Home cinema room, billiard
table, couch, chairs, DVD player, and CD player and snooker
table and bar in the games room. Outdoor tables and lounges.
Mature gardens. AMENITIES: Covered patio for al fresco dining,
Satellite TV, (Sky with CNN, BBC and 60 English channels in the
home cinema room; English channels are also available in the
living room and in 3 of the bedrooms.) stereo, phone, 2 washing
machines, 1 dryer, internet access, central A/C and heating, and
lovely outdoor areas, with mature gardens, furniture and Private
swimming pool (6m x 12m in length, 1.5 to 2.5m in depth) located
in a large, totally private and mature garden of approx. 1000
square yards. Pool is open March to October. Parking for 6 cars.
Nearest houses on each side at l00 meters. Included: 5 days per
week of Maid service, and Cook: Cost of food extra: (regional
Spanish cuisine only, choice of breakfast and lunch or lunch and
dinner). Gardener looks after the grounds and the swimming pool.
Area: Seville and Granada: 2 hours drive, Tangier (Morocco) 1
hour by hovercraft. Distances: Marbella: 62 km, Gibraltar
(airport): 18 km, San Roque: 10 km. Closest airports: Gibraltar
18 km, Malaga 110 km, Jerez de la Frontera 1 hour. There are 6
golf courses within a short drive from the villa, several world
famous. Inquire for winter rates, November through February. The
closest village is about 10 minute drive from the villa and
offers restaurants, supermarkets. A light welcome meal for your
arrival is included in the rent. Rent boats at Sotogrande
marina. Take a ferry to Morocco from Tarifa, about 1 hour. There
are nearby tennis courts, horseback riding, marina, as well as
beaches with beach clubs that have bars/restaurants and children
activities. Just a few miles from San Roque, an old Spanish town
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Villa Victoria,
Malaga 12 km, Marbella 80 km
6 bedroom 3 bath villa, private pool, Sleeps 12, sandy beach 2 km
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Spain.
Costa del Sol.
Villa Victoria. An affordable rental for 12. Villa
with 6 bedroom, 3 bathrooms, sleeps 12, situated on a slope, with
panoramic sea views, 2 km to sandy beach. The villa is set in a quiet,
sunny position on grounds of 54,000 sq. ft. with private swimming pool
with jacuzzi (10 x 5 meters) open year round, garden, lawn and plants,
various terraces, garden furniture, outside bar with freezer, barbecue,
and reserved parking. Access via an unmade road 1 km. Center of Rincon
de la Victoria 3 km. Grocers, sandy beach 2 km. Bus stop, restaurants,
motorway 1 km. Golf course 1.5 km. Horseback riding school 500 m.
INTERIOR: 2,000 sq.ft in size on 2 floors. Ground floor: living room
(300 sq.ft.), Living/dining room (270 sq.ft.). Open kitchen (oven,
microwave, freezer, dishwasher, washing machine). 1 bedroom with 2 beds
(90 cm). 1 bedroom with 1 double bed (135 cm). 1 bedroom with 1 x 2 bunk
beds (90 cm). Shower/bidet/WC. Upstairs: 1 bedroom with 2 beds (90 cm).
1 bedroom with 2 beds (90 cm). 1 bedroom with 1 double bed (135 cm). 2
baths/bidet/WC. Simple furnishings. Quiet, sunny position on top
of a hill. Private: grounds 5000 m2, garden with lawn and plants,
swimming pool (10 x 5 m, open all year), garden furniture, barbecue.
Parking. 12 km east of Malaga and 80 km from Marbella. Long, wide sandy
beach, a lovely sea front with restaurants. Rincón de la Victoria is a
popular fishing village, 12 km east from Málaga, 80 km east from
Marbella. Supermarket, shops, restaurants, bar, evening entertainment.
Railway station `Málaga`. Torremolinos 30 km. Vélez Málaga 20 km.
Airport Malaga. |
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GREEK ISLANDS
Mykonos
Villa Kanalia
6 bedroom villa, sleeps 12, In the Fashionable Kanalia area of Mykonos, Unique villa with great sea views
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Greek
Islands. Mykonos. 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, fireplace, (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 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. |
Paros Island
Villa Athena Hideaway
Luxury Villa, 6 bedroom, 6+ bathroom, Private Gated Location, 10 minutes
to Naoussa, sea views, sleeps 12
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Islands, Paros. 6 Bedrooms/6.5 Bath, sleeps 12.
Absolutely exquisite, brand new, luxury villa with private infinity
pool. The villa is tucked away in a private, gated location 5 minutes
from the village of Kostos, 10 minutes from Naoussa. INTERIOR: Stylishly
designed and furnished in a minimalistic and modern motif. Entry into a
foyer on the left is a large, open plan living room with fireplace and a
fully equipped kitchen. A guest bathroom with WC. A laundry room with
its own outdoor exit is also on the main level. A hallway leads to 3
double bedrooms each with ensuite bathroom with shower and all have
French doors leading to the rose garden terrace with sea views. At the
other end of the ground floor is the another double bedroom suite with
ensuite bathroom with shower and French doors leading to the main
terrace. Upstairs is the master bedroom suite with double bed and
ensuite bathroom with shower. Numerous French doors open onto the master
suite`s private terrace with sea views. There is a separate guest
bedroom suite with double bed, ensuite bathroom and French doors leading
to a small terrace by the main terrace (entry the outside only). OUTDOOR
AREAS: Infinity pool with sea views. Large furnished pool terrace with
couch seating area, sun beds, BBQ area and sea views. Rose garden
terrace with sea views. Covered outdoor dining terrace with sea views.
The large garden has ancient olive trees, fig and citrus trees. Through
the garden is a covered meditation platform set on its own for privacy
whilst enjoying wonderful sea views. Luxury retreat for discerning
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Paros Golden Villa
Luxury 6 bedroom, 4 bathroom air-conditioned villa with private pool, 3 km to
the beach, panoramic sea views.
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Islands. Paros Island. This breathtakingly beautiful seaside villa
is perched right on the seaside and boasts uninterrupted dream Greek
island sea views across to the island of Naxos. The villa has a private
infinity swimming pool (5x10 meters) and a stone paved path to a small
secluded beach (50 meters) just in front of the property. 200m2 of
outdoor terraces surround the villa which include 2 outdoor covered
dining areas, a lounge area with comfy sofa and chairs and an outdoor
kitchen/taverna with barbecue, sink and the swimming pool (5x10) in
front, all have a panoramic sea view and are ideal for enjoying Greek
summer evenings and days. INTERIOR: The villa is tastefully decorated
and comfortably furnished. Entry into a bright, stylish living room
(flat screen TV, DVD, CD), dining room and open fully-equipped kitchen
(dishwasher, oven, gas and electric stove, microwave). A hallway leads
to 3 bedrooms, 2 bedrooms of which have large built-in bunk beds, 1
bedroom has 2 twin beds (can be made as a double) with built-in
wardrobe, desk, sea views and french doors opening on to the terrace. At
the end of the hall there is a large bathroom with shower and WC. Stairs
lead up to the 1st floor master bedroom suite with large double bed,
walk-in closet, and large ensuite bathroom with sunken bathtub, shower
and WC. Two sets of french doors lead to a spacious pergola covered
terrace with built-in couches, lounge chairs and amazing sea views. From
the ground floor steps lead down to the basement level which is very
cool and where there is a large double bedroom with 3 built-in sofas
(can be used as 3 single beds), a bathroom with shower/WC and a laundry
room with washing machine and storage area. There is also a single
nanny/staff bedroom available on this level. The villa also has a
separate air-conditioned guest house below the pool terrace and
overlooking the sea with double bed, 2 built-in couches (can be used as
single beds) ensuite bathroom with shower/WC, a kitchenette with small
oven and electric stove, refrigerator and an outdoor patio. From here
the stone path leads to the sea where there is a small secluded beach
with two sandy areas and sand entry into the water. 5 minutes further
along a path leads you to the lovely Blue Flag sandy beach called New
Golden Beach where you can rent wind surfing equipment and lessons.
Balcony, Cable/Satellite TV, Dishwasher, Patio/Deck, Washer/Dryer,
Waterfront. Sleeps 12 people. Please note that this villa is attached on
one side to another villa, however it is completely independent and
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Evia Island
Villa Petros island near Athens
4 bedroom, 3 bathroom seaside villa, footsteps to nearly private beach
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Islands. Evia. 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. |
AUSTRIA SKI CHALET:
KITZBUHEL
Chalet Kitzbuhel,
4 km from center of Kitzbuhel. Tyrol
5 bedroom, 5 bathroom large luxury ski chalet, Sleeps 10
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Austria. Kitzbuhel Tyrol. Chalet Kitzbuhel, 4 kms from center. Large, elegant ski chalet
with 5 bedrooms (500 m2 on 3 levels).
Sleeps 10. Interior: entrance hall. Open dining room with dining
corner. Open lounge 70 m2 with panoramic window, with open
fireplace and satellite-TV, exit to the balcony. Living room
with library, satellite-TV and stereo unit, exit to the garden,
to the terrace. Kitchen (4 hotplates, oven, dishwasher, deep
freezer) Sep. WC. On the lower ground floor: 2 double bedrooms,
each room with bath/WC and satellite-TV. Top floor: 1 large
double bedroom 60 m2, with bath/bidet/WC, shower, satellite-TV,
stereo unit and DVD, exit to the balcony. 1 double bedroom with
sloping ceilings with bath/WC and satellite-TV, exit to the
balcony. 1 double bedroom with bath/WC and satellite-TV.
Balcony. Terrace. Large garden. Terrace furniture, barbecue,
deck chairs. Lovely panoramic view of the mountains and the
countryside. Facilities: washing machine, dryer, sauna, Reserved
parking, garage. Please note: for non-smokers. The dining room
has 2 dining tables. Enjoy Kitzbuehel in an elegant atmosphere
with the luxury of solitude: Chalet is surrounded by trees and
meadows, above Kitzbühel, 4 km from the centre, in a quiet,
sunny position. Private: large, well-kept garden with plants and
flowers, lawn sunning area, terrace, garden furniture, barbecue.
In the house: sauna, solarium (extra) whirlpool. Ski storage,
central heating. House maid daily on request (extra). Breakfast.
Motor access to the house. Parking by the house, individual
garage. Shop, supermarket 2.5 km, restaurant 600 m, ski bus stop
400 m., indoor swimming pool 4 km, bathing bay 5 km, golf
course, riding stables 4 km, ski lift 400 m, ski sport
facilities, ski school, cross-country ski trail 3 km. The ski
room has a ski boot dryer. Gourmet restaurant just 600 m from
the property. 5 star rating - our best. Kitzbuhel is a famous Alps celebrity resort, 90 km north-east from Innsbruck,
with bars, disco, casino. Indoor pool, sauna, health cures.
Railway station in the resort. 145 km of ski runs. 1 cable car,
5 cable cabins, 27 chair lifts, 20 drag lifts. Halfpipe. Ski
school, children ski school. 40 km cross country ski tracks in
the region, winter walking paths. 2 toboggan-runs. Natural ice
rink, artificial ice rink, indoor tennis hall. Ski bus (free of
charge). Located in the heart of the Alps. Airports: Innsbruck 30 km, Salzburg 80 km. |
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