Best Short Haul Stays for Spring
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Best Short Haul Stays for Spring

27th March 2023

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 Calvari

L'Escala - Spain

Sleeps 7

Watch the sunset over the Bay of Roses from the rooftop pool of this traditional Catalan Casa.

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.

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!

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Casa Do Ferro

Grandola - Portugal

Sleeps 9

Tranquility amongst the pines just minutes from the sandy beaches of Portugal's Comporta region.

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.

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 do Bosque

Muda - Portugal

Sleeps 6

Kick back in this traditional Portuguese weatherboard poolside villa, set in 20 acres of Carvalhal pine forest.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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