European villa holidays with Villa Plus are relaxed, fun, and great value for families, of all shapes and sizes.
Take your pick from Spain’s sunniest costa to the amazing Algarve. Choose to stay right on the beach or in the heart of the country. Be as active or peaceful as you like. Decide to explore or don’t drive all holiday long.
The options are endless, with one very important constant: all Villa Plus villas, without exception, have a private swimming pool.
If that sounds like your idea of perfection, have a look at some of the loveliest family swimming pools in Europe this year, and the fabulous Villa Plus villas that go with them.
1/9 Villa Los Pinos, Puerto Pollensa, Majorca
Pretty Villa Los Pinos is just a few minutes away from the historic resort of Puerto Pollensa on Majorca’s dramatic and lovely north east coast.
Experts on all things pool-related have plenty to get excited about here. Not only is Los Pinos’ pool huge, it comes with a dinky tropical island in the middle; complete with palm trees and its own little bridge and the wraparound sun terrace makes lazy afternoons irresistible.
- Three bedrooms, three bath/shower rooms, sleeps up to six.
- Short walk from sheltered beaches.
- Five minutes drive from Puerto Pollensa.
- Large enclosed garden with shaded dining terrace and BBQ.
- Outdoor games tables, and lawn for younger kids, with pool fence available on request.
- Aircon and WIFI.
- One hour’s drive from airport.
Find out more about Villa Los Pinos, available to book now with Villa Plus, from £449 per week.
2/9 Villa Mar y Sol, Olhos d’Agua, Algarve
Villa Mar y Sol is set in peaceful open countryside, but only a few minutes from the traditional seaside village of Olhos d’Agua. Lively Albufeira is nearby too, and if you want iconic Algarve beaches, you have the choice of dozens, just a short drive from this pretty, family villa.
Mar y Sol’s pool can be fenced on request and is heated, so it’s wonderful for toddlers and first time swimmers. Older kids and teens won’t be disappointed by the splashing around potential and plenty of room for playing. And it’s a perfectly rectangular shape too, so if anyone’s idea of holiday fun is 40 lengths before breakfast, this is the villa to choose.
- Four bedrooms, three bath/shower rooms, sleeps up to nine.
- Peaceful, countryside setting.
- A one mile walk to Olhos d’Agua for beaches, restaurants, and shops.
- 10 minutes drive from Albufeira and 20 minute drive from Vilamoura.
- Large, enclosed gardens with lawns, outdoor dining terrace, BBQ and outdoor games tables,
- WIFI and aircon in bedrooms.
- 35 minutes drive from Faro Airport.
Find out more about Villa Mar y Sol, available to book now with Villa Plus, from £959 per week.
3/9 Villa Caminho, Almancil, Algarve
Villa Caminho has the best of all central Algarve settings: surrounded by peaceful countryside, close to stunning Atlantic beaches, and a few minutes drive away from great sporting resorts like Quinta do Lago, and Vale do Lobo.
Sporty types who don’t want to stray from Caminho’s enormous gardens, can swim to their heart’s content in the lap-perfect villa pool. Heated, in the colder months, to a perfect temperature it’s a great size for serious lengths; wonderful for lazing round on the huge sun terrace; and just right for idle floating and dreaming under a flawlessly blue Algarve sky.
- Seven bedrooms, four bath/shower rooms, sleeps up to 16.
- Countryside setting, close to lively Amancil town.
- 10 minutes drive from beaches, golf courses, and coastal resorts.
- Huge, enclosed garden with lawns and a pool fence available on request.
- Full-size tennis court and outdoor games tables,
- Large poolside sun terrace, shaded dining terrace, BBQ.
- Aircon in bedrooms and WIFI.
- 25 minutes drive from airport.
Find out more about Villa Caminho, available to book now with Villa Plus, from £769 per week.
4/9 Villa Ses Arcades, Cala d’Or, Majorca
Villa Ses Arcades is just five minutes drive from Cala d’Or, the pretty resort on Majorca’s south east coast, famous for having no less than seven beautiful beaches, all within a mile radius of its lively centre.
If you prefer paddling on home territory, the pretty pool is the star of Ses Arcade’s large, grassy garden. Slightly raised, and overlooked by wraparound sun terraces on the ground and first floor, it has Roman steps; and gorgeous open views make swimming under the Majorcan sun even more heavenly.
- Five bedrooms, three bath/shower rooms, sleeps up to 10.
- Five minutes drive from Cala d’Or Marina and resort.
- 10 minutes from seven beaches on Majorca’s sunny south east coast.
- Large, enclosed garden with safe lawns, dining terrace and BBQ.
- Outdoor games tables, poolside sun terrace, extensive first floor sun terrace.
- Aircon and WIFI.
- One hour’s drive from airport.
Find out more about Villa Ses Arcades, available to book now with Villa Plus, from £1039 per week.
5/9 Villa Ladera Mar, Nerja, Costa del Sol
Pretty Villa Ladera Mar sits in a quiet, residential enclave right on the edge of Nerja, one of the most popular, small resorts on the Costa del Sol; known for fantastic beaches, fun atmosphere, and relaxed Andalusian charm.
Swimmers will love the heated pool here. It’s long, wide, south facing and perfect for morning lengths or easy evening laps with a sunset on the side. But, thanks to the villa’s elevated position overlooking the Mediterranean, poolside views are spectacular any time; whether you’re in the water or soaking up rays on the large, sunny terrace.
- Five bedrooms, three bath/shower rooms, sleeps up to 11.
- Minutes away from the centre of Nerja.
- A short drive from Mediterranean beaches.
- Large, poolside terrace with sea views.
- Outdoor games tables, shaded dining terrace, BBQ and extensive first floor sun terrace.
- Pool towels, Bluetooth speaker/iPod dock, aircon and WIFI.
- One hour’s drive from airport.
Find out more about Villa Ladera Mar, available to book now with Villa Plus, from £919 per week.
6/9 Villa Paula Dos, Campo Mijas, Costa del Sol
A classic Costa del Sol family villa from its elegant architecture to the ideal setting within minutes of Fuengirola, Villa Paula Dos is made for large families, perfect for younger kids and teens, and a dream home for passionate golfers.
The villa pool is a classic too: large and rectangular with flawless blue water, gleaming sun terraces, and a south facing aspect, of course. It’s also surrounded by lush and grassy lawns, framed by stately trees, and just needs a flawless summer sky to make it heavenly, and that natural feature is a given in sunny, southern Spain.
- Five bedrooms, five bath/shower rooms, sleeps up to 11.
- Large, landscaped gardens with lawn and sun terraces.
- Outdoor games area with table tennis and pool tables.
- Outdoor dining terrace and BBQ.
- 10 minutes drive from Fuengirola, Costa del Sol beaches and Mijas golf region.
- Aircon in lounge and bedrooms plus WIFI.
- 20 minutes drive from airport.
Find out more about Villa Paula Dos, available to book now with Villa Plus, from £799 per week.
7/9 Villa Hacienda, Vale do Lobo, Algarve
Villa Hacienda is set in the grounds of Michelin starred, São Gabriel Thai Garden restaurant, minutes from Vale do Lobo, one of the Algarve’s great golf resorts, and close to beautiful beaches like Praia do Ancão and Praia do Garrão.
Hard to believe the designers didn’t have tropical lagoon in mind when they drew up plans for Hacienda’s stunning pool. Surrounded by lush gardens planted with palm trees and exotic shrubs, it’s more tropical than Portugal. And although amazing beaches are only a mile away, you may be tempted to spend more time poolside than down on the sand at this particular villa.
- Two bedrooms, one bath/shower rooms, sleeps up to five.
- Enormous, beautifully landscaped, and very private garden.
- Extensive sun terraces, and pretty dining terrace with BBQ.
- Minutes from exclusive Vale do Lobo and Blue Flag beaches.
- Masses of lawn for younger kids.
- WIFI and aircon throughout.
- 25 minutes drive from airport.
Find out more about Villa Hacienda, available to book now with Villa Plus, from £769 per week.
8/9 Villa Primasol, Punta Prima, Menorca
Punta Prima Bay is one of the loveliest, and best loved, beaches on Menorca’s south east coast, and only a gentle, five minute stroll from chic Villa Primasol.
Set eyes on the pool here, however, and you might be persuaded to stay home. It’s surrounded by an enormous, sweeping sun terrace; a cool backdrop for long outdoor lunches and a big part of the perfect view from the villa’s first floor balconies. On an active level, older kids have plenty of splash around space, and there’s even a splash pool built in, just for babies and toddlers.
- Four bedrooms, three bath/shower rooms, sleeps up to eight.
- Five minutes walk from spectacular Punta Prima Bay beach.
- Close to lively Punta Prima waterfront.
- Enclosed outdoor area, with dining terrace and BBQ.
- Outdoor games tables, poolside terrace, first floor sun terrace.
- Pool towels, Bluetooth Speaker/iPod dock, aircon, WIFI.
- 20 minutes drive from airport.
Find out more about Villa Primasol, available to book now with Villa Plus, from £1499 per week.
9/9 Villa Rincon, Cala Blanca, Menorca
Just minutes from the lively resort of Cala Blanca on Menorca’s sunny and sheltered west coast, Villa Rincon is a great choice for families with younger kids.
Gentle Roman steps are a great feature for slowly-does-it, first time swimming lessons. Plus the pool’s gated, and right next to the shaded, dining terrace, so there’s the added bonus of peace of mind here too.
- Three bedrooms, one bath/shower room, sleeps up to five.
- 10 minutes walk from family-friendly Cala Blanca Beach.
- Nearby Cala Blanca resort is fun for safe, family cycling.
- Enclosed outdoor area, with shaded dining terrace and BBQ.
- Outdoor games tables, sun terrace, and gated pool.
- Aircon and WIFI.
- 45 minutes drive from airport.