Tired of waiting for it to warm up? We've picked out 23 of our favourite stays around France, Spain and Portugal - beautiful villas, forest cabins and seaside cottages - just perfect for a much-needed dose of spring sunshine.
Casa Lupe
Teguise - Gran Canaria
Sleeps 6
Casa Lupe is a newly refurbished, art-inspired home in the historic centre of Teguise, Lanzarote's charming former capital.
Lamia del Riccio
Ostuni (BR) - Italy
Sleeps 6+2
Traditional Italian farmhouse in the Ostuni countryside with a pool and an outdoor kitchen, perfect for large families or group trips.
Castle Room B&B
Lagarde - France
Sleeps Hotel with 5 rooms
Five guest rooms in a lovingly restored castle with high ceilings, old wooden floors and beautiful contemporary furniture in Lagarde, France
Les Cabanes de Labrousse
Saint-Julien-Labrousse - France
Sleeps 2
Be at one with nature in the spectacular French countryside of Ardeche at Les Cabanes de Labrousse.
Ca’ Longo Palace Velluto
Venice - Veneto
Sleeps 4
Beautifully refurbished Venetian apartment with canal views and a private terrace in the lively north of the city.
The Waterview Alcove Apartment
Venice - Veneto
Sleeps 2
Contemporary apartment overlooking one of Venice’s beautiful canals close to the historic Ghetto, perfect for couples looking for a romantic escape.
Villa do Bosque
Muda - Portugal
Sleeps 6
Kick back in this traditional Portuguese weatherboard poolside villa, set in 20 acres of Carvalhal pine forest.
Villa Quinoa
Comporta - Portugal
Sleeps 6
Retreat to the traditional Portugese home of Villa Quinoa in Comporta, with a private pool and outdoor rainfall shower.
Villa Papyrus
Comporta - Portugal
Sleeps 6
This stylish villa with its own pool in Comporta, on the west coast of Portugal, is a design lover’s dream and the perfect holiday destination.
Casa Do Ferro
Grandola - Portugal
Sleeps 9
Tranquility amongst the pines just minutes from the sandy beaches of Portugal's Comporta region.
Casa Da Vigia
Grandola - Portugal
Sleeps 2
Enjoy romance and privacy at this minimalist-style Casa with luxurious infinity pool close to a glamorous stretch of the Portuguese coast.
Horta Redonda
Estremoz - Portugal
Sleeps 6
Retreat to the unique Horta Redonda, a homely villa steeped in history a mere ten minutes from the village of Estremoz in Alentejo, Portugal.
Quinta Lagares
Lagares - Portugal
Sleeps 4
Relaxing lodge in the Portuguese countryside with a private plunge pool and an outdoor bar overlooking the Serra De Lousa.
Mas des Issarts
Callas - France
Sleeps 10
Relax by the infinity pool and gaze out over the picturesque wooded hillsides of the Massif des Maures.
Chateau de Montoussel
Beauville - France
Sleeps 2-6 per gite
Three elegant gites, and a pretty private pool, situated in the grounds of a stunning 14th Century chateau - in the beautiful Haute-Garonne.
Molino del Carmen
Gaucin - Spain
Sleeps 2-8
Renovated olive mill developed into seven stylish apartments oozing Spanish charm and modern luxury. Molino del Carmen is a wonderful retreat!
Calma Nordica
Ortigueira - Spain
Sleeps 7
Stunning Nordic inspired barn with luxurious interior, multi level gardens and terraces with BBQ and views of the A Capelada mountains in Galicia.
Casa Calvari
L'Escala - Spain
Sleeps 7
Watch the sunset over the Bay of Roses from the rooftop pool of this traditional Catalan Casa.
Ermita del Carmen
Carcabuey - Spain
Sleeps 8
Historical beauty meets modern luxury at Ermita del Carmen, a fully refurbished 15th Century chapel located in the heart of Andalusia and surrounded by a natural park.
Casa Agostos
Santa Barbara de Nexe - Portugal
Sleeps 6
Sleek and stylish villa in Portugal's Algarve with 15 metre pool, fantastic views and a fabulous location in a tranquil nature reserve.
Casa Luum
Santa Bárbara de Nexe - Spain
Sleeps 7
Stylish and contemporary Algarve villa located in a tranquil nature reserve with lots of social spaces and a gorgeous enclosed courtyard swimming pool.
Terre di Bea
Cefalu - Sicily
Sleeps 5
Traditional Sicilian cottage with a pool and panoramic views out to sea, perfect for relaxing and romantic Mediterranean escapes.
Villa Itria
Locorotondo - Italy
Sleeps 6
Complete with private pool, gymnasium and covered terrace, this stunning three bedroom luxury villa in Puglia combines minimal design with traditional Italian flair.
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